Guru News: Swami's Newsletter, March 2026

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Swami's Cycling Club: Guru News

March 2026

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President's Corner

As many of you have likely heard, I had a small spill on the Swami’s ride a couple of weeks ago. Nothing major, but I do have some fractures in my fingers, third and fourth metacarpal for those who know what that means. While that heals, I’ll be off the bike, at least on the road, for the foreseeable future. To that end, I think it’s prudent that we promote Michael Reich to the president role. Michael has been such a vital part of the day-to-day tasks that it takes to keep Swami’s running, so it is a role he very much deserves. I will continue on the board as Vice President and will do my best to support the club, off the bike, the best I can. My friendly reminder to you all, one that I didn’t pay enough attention to: protect your front wheel! I let a moment of inattention get the better of me. Don’t be like me - keep the rubber side down!! 😀

Mark Steele

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3/1 Social Ride

On Sunday, March 1, we're hosting our monthly Swami's Social Ride. It’s a conversationally-paced ride where you can meet long-time as well as new Swami’s members. You can check out all of the details here. We start and finish the Social Rides at Bird Rock Coffee Roasters in Bressi Ranch (map). Wear a Swami's kit from any year to get a coffee and baked good, on Swami’s! Have a classic bike you like to show off? This is the ride.


3/11 Hoppy Hour 2026 begins!

Wednesday, March 11 is the first Wednesday after the clocks change, and that can only mean that it’s time for Hoppy Hour 2026! This mid-week challenge is the perfect ride to keep you in shape between the weekend rides, show you areas of Carlsbad that are surprisingly low-traffic at that time, and provide you with new maximum power efforts on Strava.

The fun begins at The Lost Abbey Brewing Co, in Vista (map). We’re looking forward to seeing you there! As always, the Hoppy Hour ride will roll at 5:30.

Route: 22.1 mi/2059' https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49428490

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3/28 Thug Ride

On Saturday, March 28, we’ll join the Thug Ride leaving from Cadence Cyclery(map) at 8:15. The route will be posted as the date approaches so check our Facebook page for the event listing. There will be A, B, and C groups leaving at 2-minute intervals, with leaders for the B and C rides.


For a complete schedule of our rides, see the Swami's ride calendar.


Columbia Employee Store Spring Discount

Our partners at Columbia are offering their Spring discount, valid 3/6 - 3/29, at the Columbia employee store in Carlsbad. Here are the details:

  • Store Pricing: all products are current season merchandise and are discounted 40% off regular retail pricing on the Columbia family of brands - Columbia | SOREL | Mountain Hardwear | prAna
  • Guests must show their valid offer (link here) plus a photo ID for access and can bring up to 4 additional people with them.
  • The offer is valid at the Carlsbad location, 3209 Lionshead Ave, Carlsbad, 92010.
  • Kiosks are available in-store to order items online at Employee Store pricing.

See the web site for the Columbia employee store in Carlsbad.


Save the Date

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The joy of cycling

is the joy of living.

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