Ride On With BCLC President, Don Mobley

The cycling gods have been smiling and blessing us with some incredible weather, extending the riding season slightly longer, which puts a nice finishing touch on a great cycling season. We have had large turnouts for our scheduled rides. Thanks to all our ride leaders for making our rides fun and safe. It was great to see the return of the Bikes and Bucks ride on Sunday mornings. The goal is to offer a variety of rides, routes, and speeds to meet the needs of all our members. If there are additional rides that you would like to see next year, let us know. It is always fun to ride with friends. The more the merrier!

Manooch Shadnia is organizing a BCLC team to Hustle up the Hancock on February 23rd. Climb to the top of Chicago’s skyline at the former Hancock building. After the 1,632-step journey, you can celebrate your accomplishment with other lung health heroes — all while enjoying sweeping city and lake views. The best part? Money raised from the climb benefits RHA’s work to prevent lung disease and promote clean air. To be part of the team, contact Manooch at manoocher@sbcglogal.net.

The club is looking into hosting an exciting new invitational ride in the fall of 2025. The concept is an organized gravel ride on the Des Plaines River Trail. The proposed distances are 50 miles, 50K, and a potential short loop. REI has offered to support our efforts with staff volunteers and the use of their facilities for registration and the start/finish point. There are no other organized gravel rides in the immediate area, which could be an excellent opportunity to provide a unique experience for cyclists. There are still many logistical questions and details, so stay tuned.

The election of officers was held at the November General Meeting. Your elected officers for next year are Don Mobley, President; Scott Minogue, Vice President; Lynn Havel, Secretary; and Dan Eschbach, Treasurer. I’m looking forward to another great year.

This year’s Holiday Party will be held on Saturday December 14^th at Lamb’s Farm. Start time is 5:00. Cost per person will be $25. With a cash bar. RAMBLE Volunteers will receive 1 free drink ticket. We will also collect toys to support the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. Through the gift of a new toy or book, Marine Toys for Tots’ programs deliver joy and send a message of hope to America’s disadvantaged children.

Please RSVP to Lynn Havel ( you can also pay at the door), or send payment to:
BCLC | Attn: Dan Eschbach | P.O. Box 521  |Libertyville, IL. 60048