Sponsors.....and the LVBC

Since its inception in 1993, the LVBC has benefitted greatly from sponsoring organizations. In particular, three individuals and their firms deserve recognition for contributions over the years.

Gary Mead, a founding member of the Club, provided “seed money” and an initial
meeting location at his restaurant, Mi Amore Pizza & Pasta. Located at 1321 North
H Street in Lompoc, Mead has considerably enlarged and modernized his facility.
Presently, besides his full menu Italian meals, Mi Amore has video games and
family entertainment.

Steve Miller, owner of Bicycles Unlimited at 660 North H Street in Lompoc, was
another “ground floor” member of the LVBC who generously provided funds for
Club organization and projects. Over the years, his shop has become a local mecca for
LVBC riders and Valley cyclists of all abilities. Miller is an acknowledged “master
wrench,” with particular expertise in wheel building. Among his quality road and
off-road products are TREK, Diamondback, Gary Fisher, and Santa Cruz machines.
Along with periodic donations, Miller has provided Club member price discounts
for years. His “seed” funds assisted with the original design and purchase of LVBC
jerseys and jackets, and his Bicycles Unlimited logo appears on the right sleeve of
Club apparel.

Another cycle store owner, Chuck Cryor, was a Club member when a Lompoc
resident, and he helped develop a number of local riding trails. Now a Santa Marian, Cryor describes his business, Pedal Power Bicycles,1740 South Broadway, as an
“enthusiast’s shop” dealing with “anything on wheels.” His product line includes
Gary Fisher and Yeti mountain cycles, as well as Greg LeMond road and Redline
BMX machines. Still an active racer, Cryor heads Team Pedal Power, an off-road
competition group. Club members receive discounts at Pedal Power, and its logo
covers the left sleeve of our eye-riveting colors.

The Club especially appreciates the assistance our sponsors have provided. Although no longer active with the LVBC, Gary Mead helped launch our organization. Steve Miller and Chuck Cryor still offer members valuable technical aid and cycling product discounts.

HISTORIAN NOTE: This is the 11th in a monthly series to be published in 2006 dealing with the heritage, activities, and members of the Lompoc Valley Bicycle Club. Data for the articles comes from personal interviews and, when existing, club record documentation.