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  • PPTC Award Nominations Due Tuesday, Jan. 10 (Tomorrow!) January 9, 2017
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  • Winter Riding Starts….December 2nd?! December 1, 2016
  • Award Nominations Needed — Nominate Our Best! November 30, 2016
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  • December Rides Now Online! November 18, 2016
  • Come to the Potomac Pedalers Volunteers Party! November 18, 2016

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Potomac Pedalers is a non-profit educational, recreational and social organization for bicycling enthusiasts. We are one of the largest bicycle clubs in the United States, and the largest in the Metropolitan Washington D.C. area. Potomac Pedalers Web Page.

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Month: April 2016

Meet the Neal D. Molloy Volunteer Award Winner: LINDA BORST-KOLKO
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Meet the Neal D. Molloy Volunteer Award Winner: LINDA BORST-KOLKO

Linda Borst-Kolko was surprised but pleased to have won, saying “I volunteer for the club, but so do many others so … Continue reading Meet the Neal D. Molloy Volunteer Award Winner: LINDA BORST-KOLKO

Potomac Pedalers Advocacy – The Squeaky Wheel
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Potomac Pedalers Advocacy – The Squeaky Wheel

by Joe Pixley and Dave Helms The Potomac Pedalers Touring Club (PPTC) was founded in 1966, 50 years ago!  For … Continue reading Potomac Pedalers Advocacy – The Squeaky Wheel

ExCom Member Spotlight – Paul Huey-Burns!
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ExCom Member Spotlight – Paul Huey-Burns!

Paul Huey-Burns (Member-at-Large) – Paul first joined Potomac Pedalers about 20 years ago, but, because of family and career responsibilities, … Continue reading ExCom Member Spotlight – Paul Huey-Burns!

PPTC Annual Meeting Recap
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PPTC Annual Meeting Recap

On January 23, 2016, Potomac Pedalers was to hold it’s Annual Meeting. On January 22, the area had one of … Continue reading PPTC Annual Meeting Recap

3rd Annual Ride Leader Meeting ReCap
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3rd Annual Ride Leader Meeting ReCap

by Linda Kolko, Carol Linden, and Martine Palmiter About 40 dedicated club members braved the frosty morning to attend the … Continue reading 3rd Annual Ride Leader Meeting ReCap

ExCom Member Spotlight & a Rookie Ride Leader Award Winner – David Helms!
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ExCom Member Spotlight & a Rookie Ride Leader Award Winner – David Helms!

  David Helms (Member-at-Large) – Growing up, David says “I was always on a bike. The thrill of riding without … Continue reading ExCom Member Spotlight & a Rookie Ride Leader Award Winner – David Helms!

What’s in Your Bike Bag?
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What’s in Your Bike Bag?

by Joel Katz You have probably seen the credit card ad that asks: “what’s in your wallet.” I am changing … Continue reading What’s in Your Bike Bag?

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