TWBC May Newsletter

News & Events

The 2026 Peninsula Metric Century: Climbs and Breathtaking Views Get ready for a summer favorite! The Peninsula Metric Century is back for 2026, offering its signature blend of challenging climbs and absolutely breathtaking views of the Puget Sound. This ride is a must-do for anyone looking to test their legs and be rewarded with some of the best scenery the Northwest has to offer. Choose your distance, find your rhythm, and come prepared for a truly memorable day on the bike. Whether you're tackling the full metric century or a shorter loop, this ride promises an unforgettable experience. Read More

Ashford Bicycle Week Festival - 2026 Join us for the fourth Ashford Bicycle Week Festival! Enjoy scenic rides, hiking opportunities and camping under the stars at the Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp. Join us for four nights of camping at the horse camp, or make your own reservations for lodging in Ashford. We have reserved group campsites #2 and 3, each of which will accommodate several campers. Campsites #24 through 27 are first come-first served. All campsites are free. Read More

May President's Report Greetings my fellow cyclists. April was a crazy weather month as usual, but we lucked out with some good days. Tom Butler attended the Walk and Roll Summit in Wenatchee on our behalf. He had good weather and some inspiring sessions. Read More

April Membership Updates We would like to acknowledge our new and returning members who have recently joined or renewed their club membership. Read More

The Cannibal at 81: What Eddy Merckx Teaches Us About Growing Old on a Bike  Image: Bert Verhoeff for Anefo  When you've won 525 races, five Tours de France, five Giros d'Italia, and a Vuelta, you've earned the right to slow down. Most people would. But Eddy Merckx — the greatest cyclist who ever lived, now 81 years old — never really stopped. He couldn't. Cycling wasn't what he did; it was who he was. That's what makes his story over the past four months so quietly remarkable. And it's what makes it resonate so deeply for those of us who ride not for trophies, but because we simply can't imagine stopping. Read More

May General Meeting - May 12th Greetings to all Tacoma Washington Bicycle Club members and enthusiasts! We cordially invite you to attend our upcoming General Meeting, which will be conducted both in-person and virtually via Google Meet. Read More