SDBC does a great job at all levels (1-5, junior, masters, women, even some para) nuturing team culture with off the bike events, like banquets, dinners, bbq's, hosting races and other volunteer activities. Having a 70+ year history and funding from 600+ club members and big sponsorship $$$ helps.
This does is create an environment where people become friends - more than just individuals wearing the same kit. It's a community that extends into the local racing scenes on road, mountain and track.
Personally I will remain SDBC as long as their remains participation in racing and a positive atmosphere, which doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. The club has managed to nurture a culture that extends beyond racing alone. Of course there are race and volunteer requirements to obtain the benefits that extend all the way down to cat 4's.
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Last edited by TMonk; 05-09-18 at 12:51 PM.