A few weeks ago we spread some ZOIC love with a warehouse sale that sold off last season's samples and old inventory. Local riders got great deals on sharp threads and we donated 10% of the proceeds to Outdoor Outreach (link). We also poured FREE BEER for anyone who bought an SDMBA (link) pint glass, funding trail advocacy and development in San Diego County. And as a topper, all of the quarters from playing our arcade table went to SDMBA as well! I could say more, but sometimes others say it best:

A great big thank you to ZOIC! You and Eric really did a great job with the sale event and promoting
good causes. I saw many SDMBA members shopping there, and this past weekend I saw several people out riding in their new ZOIC Clothing. SDMBA appreciates your support and certainly the donated funds help
our organization do what it takes to open more trails in San Diego.

Thank you!
Minette Ozaki
San Diego Mountain Biking Association

If you have a cycling event that you think ZOIC should be involved in, please contact us (link). Just know what you want and be ready to tell us how your event promotes trail advocacy and having fun on bikes!

Check out 2 upcoming events this weekend!

Event: Bicycle Warehouse Re-Grand Opening
What you will find: Jeff Lenosky Giant Mountain Bike Trials Stunt Show, Advanced Road Road Ride Led by Giant Rider Mari Holden, The Giant Demo Rig, and a Bike Raffle!
When: Saturday, June 11th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Bicycle Warehouse, Pacific Beach Location, 4650 Santa Fe St, San Diego, CA 92109
More information: http://bicyclewarehouse.com

Help them celebrate their 17th anniversary. It's an all day event with prize giveaways, a killer stunt show with world-famous rider Jeff Lenosky, a free BBQ, and tons more! Come for the shows, come for the food, and of course come for the DEALS!

Event: Beyond Bikes 7/11 Summer Sale
What you will find: Cycling deals deluxe, FREE bbq food and drinks, & FREE STONE BEER on tap starting at noon.
When: Saturday July 11th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: BeyondBikes Shop, 12310 World Trade Dr. Suite 107, San Diego, CA 92128
More information: http://www.beyondbikes.com/bb/hours.asp

This is a great opportunity to save HUGE on all our cycling products, connect with onsite manufacturers and cycling groups like the San Diego Mountain Bike Association (SDMBA), & score incredible deals on everything instock.

A few weeks back on National Trails Day, we hosted a ride and sponsored raffle to raise money for our local non-profit we support, Outdoor Outreach.

What an amazing turnout! Through the support of industry sponsors that donated to our raffle and the friends and family who came out to support, we were able to raise over $1200. Thank you Bike Magazine, BOB Trailers, Carve, Clif Bar, Dakine, Electra Bicycles, GIRO, Gregory Mountain Products, and Niterider for donating such wonderful prizes!

“By having ZOIC put their energy and resources into this event, it allows Outdoor Outreach a venue to create local community awareness for the youth we serve as well as an opportunity to raise donations. All donations will allow us to grow capacity throughout our organization and help us continue to transform the lives of at-risk youth through comprehensive outdoor programming," said Chris Rutgers, executive director of Outdoor Outreach.

ZOIC Clothing will be featured in the San Diego County Fairgrounds' eco fashion show this Saturday, June 20th at 12 p.m. Featured products include the Dose Short, Gravitee Jersey, andT-Back Jersey from our Mountain Bike Collection and the Loudan Short, Asylum Tee and StreetsideTee from our Streetside Collection.

Get the deal you've been waiting for all year. We are having our annual warehouse sale and you can get up to 70% off retail. Only once a year, so don't miss out. Bring this coupon for an additional 10% off.

When: Thursday, June 11th, 12-6 p.m. and Friday, June 12th, 12-6 p.m.
Where: ZOIC Warehouse, 10280 Camino Santa Fe, San Diego, CA 92121

Clothing for Men, Women, and Kids for Sale:
Mountain Bike Shorts and Jerseys
Liners
Knickers and Breeches
Casual Tops and Tees
Gloves and Socks

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When: Saturday, June 6th, 2009
What: National Trails Day, 9-11 a.m. trail work with SDMBA, REI and SD County, 11-2 p.m. music, lunch, and pony rides, Outdoor Outreach/ZOIC ride will begin at 11:30, followed by the giveaway, around 1 p.m.
Where: Los Pensaquitos Adobe Ranch House on Canyonside Park Drive (12122 Canyonside Park Drive)
More information: www.zoic.com/ntd

Every year in the spring, we host a ZOIC and Outdoor Outreach trail ride in San Diego. It's a great way to get everyone together, raffle off some prizes, and ride some trails! Support Outdoor Outreach by purchasing your raffle ticket ahead of time.

Bike to Work week has officialy started! From Monday, May 11th to Friday, May 15th, grab your cruiser or bike and join the masses on the road. With May officially being National Bike Month, there are many events to check out. Find events in your area. For us locals, San Diego is hosting Bike to Work Day this Friday.

On Sunday, April 19th, EarthFair will be celebrating it's 20th anniversary in Balboa Park, San Diego. It's one of the biggest environmental fairs in the world, drawing around 70,000 visitors. Earth Fair will feature more than 200 exhibitors, special theme areas, a Food Pavilion, a special Kids’ Activity Area, five entertainment venues, the Children’s Earth Parade, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Parade and Show. More information can be found at the EarthFair website.

It's officially spring, dust off those bikes, and plan your next ride. If you're in need of a new route, check out MapMyRide. It is a community website that connects road cyclists and mountain bikers, allowing them to plan and map their next routes, share rides, and train more effectively.

As part of our Commuter Corner section, we wanted to provide national, regional and local resources on commuting. If you have a great website you would like to share or suggest, comment on this post and we shall add it shortly!