Blind Stokers Club

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Oh, the places you'll go . . . with the Blind Stokers Club Today, BSC members celebrate and promote the joy of GUIDING in many forms.

The Blind Stokers Club (BSC) began as a group to enable blind and visually impaired (BVI) cycling by pairing two cyclists on a tandem bike. The "stoker" or rear cyclist is blind or visually impaired, and is partnered with the "captain" or "pilot" on the front of the tandem. BSC tandem partnerships are formed anytime and anywhere - and most often convert strangers into friends. Founded in 2005 by Dave White, from a legacy movement he called VISTA (Visually Impaired Stoker Tandem Alliance), the BLIND STOKERS CLUB chose and continues on an unconventional path, compared to high-octane organizations serving the large and growing practice of enabling sporting activities for people with physical limitations. The BSC chose the purest path of philanthropy - capturing significant in-kind contributions (people and equipment) along with relatively small amounts of cash. The result is a lean-and-efficient unincorporated club, with a simple mission and a no-frills approach. Many sports and activities need a sighted companion and/or adaptive activity, to navigate the endeavor at hand. In the BSC, guides partner with BVI members to enjoy a wide range of recreational pursuits - like swimming, running, rock climbing, sailing, kayaking, lawn and pin bowling, train+bike touring, acro-yoga, river and outrigger canoeing, adaptive farming, and more. What you may not know about the BSC:

BSC awarded Golden Gear Award and named Bike Club of the Year (2021) by the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition. BSC maintains about 140 active local (San Diego County) members;
Annual budget is about $15,000, to outfit and sponsor members and maintain equipment. BSC has $0 overhead, no paid staff, no facilities, no member fees or dues. BSC operates as a non-profit charity without the burden of incorporation. The club has:
Mission Statement + Policy & Guidelines for members to follow;
Director and supporting Coordinators (all volunteer positions);
Website, social media, email, Calendar of Events, Roster;
Annual Meeting and State of the Club. BSC has IRS 501(c3) partner - the San Diego Center for the Blind. BSC attracts high-achievers to its model of philanthropy through teamwork - "BETTER TOGETHER!"

Why you should join or donate to the BSC:

Since formation, the BSC has included and benefited thousands of individuals, using a true community service model, built into the organization and practiced by members. No comparable organization has done more with such austere financial resources. BSC Adventures program brings more cultural diverse experiences to members - especially those with limited means. BSC receives an average of 8 quality performance tandems per year, plus support equipment - to drive its Captain-in-Training and Tandem Cycling programs. To become a member of this unique and rewarding organization, click JOIN HERE at blindstokersclub.org
To donate tandem resources or dollars in support of the BSC, contact founder Dave White [email protected]

10/24/2026

BSC fall feature ride to RSF.

10/17/2026

Columbian musical entertainment by La Maquina Vigil with Dale Vigil . . . proving again BSC is much more than a bike club.

10/09/2026

Join BSC members for lunch.

White Cane Luncheon You're Invited Honoring Strength, Resilience, and Independence The San Diego Center for the Blind invites you to our 2026 White Cane Luncheon, celebrating the independence and acco

10/04/2026

Blind Stokers Club sailing adventure around and outside San Diego Bay. Thanks to skippers and crew for brilliant day on the water! Silver Gate Yacht Club Coronado Yacht Club

09/22/2026

Add Outrigger Canoeing to long list of activities enjoyed in partnership . . . thanks Kanaka Outrigger Canoe Club for the cultural and team enrichment.

09/12/2026

BSC track experience at SD Velodrome enjoyed by 15 members, with expert coaching from Pat Murray and Thomas Kezas. Thanks to SDVA and coaches.

08/08/2026

Refueling and hydrating at SDMBBSC with full service by San Diego Parrot Head Club - thanks to both and many membrrs for supporting the 22nd Cycling for Sight with the Blind Stokers Club . . . we are better together!

08/03/2026

BSC Adventures traveled by Amtrak Pacific Surfliner with tandem and single bikes, for 4 days of fun in Ventura and Central Coast. Photos at

2026 Amtrak Bike Adventure Ventura

07/19/2026

Offshore adventures for BSC members and guests, on daytrip to Catalina Island. Where and how do you adventure? Special thanks to Ability Central for sponsoring a variety of activities for members while on the island.

Address

285 Industrial St.
San Marcos, CA
92078

Website

http://blindstokersclub.org/, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gpQ4IA6evxqN-j3Ua4ZeCSCPLAL7lXawyeQ3-FkWmAU/viewform?c=0&

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