Blind Stokers need experienced Tandem Captains in these ZIP codes:
The Blind Stokers Club (BSC) has roots from 2005, based on teamwork and volunteerism, to introduce and share the simple pleasures of recreational bicycling with those who cannot see well enough to pilot a bike. Birthplace and base camp for the BSC is San Diego, California USA, however you can live anywhere and be associated with the Club. The Club operates by forming teams and conducting rides. Teams are composed of 3 parts: stoker, captain, and tandem bike.
stoker (noun) The rear cyclist on a tandem bicycle; power-maker.
About the protection of personal data and partner finding: All personal data will be hidden from users, and protected by the BSC Director. Remote partner finding will be initiated and controlled by prospective stokers, who will individually be provided with contact data for prospective captain(s). Other than prospective tandem captains, personal information will not be released, unless specifically authorized.
(Below from left) BSC members David Shalinsky joins Elf David Kuttnauer and Daniel ’Santa’ Powell getting ready to deliver toys for area youth on the annual SDBC Holiday Toy Ride to the Salvation Army Center.
7th Annual Cycling for Sight
(click on photo above to view CFS-2011 album)
(Above from left) John Howard, Andrew Burr, Dave White, Jim Miller, Bill Walton, Jeremy Poincenot, among 20 BSC members at the Challenged Athletes Foundation 18th annual Celebration of Abilities San Diego Triathlon Challenge; 44 mile bike relay and high-density inspiration at La Jolla Cove.
Registration is open for the
8th annual Cycling for Sight with the Blind Stokers Club
click HERE for information.
Download the application for BSC-CFS travel support via the