This is believed to be the first TBC Patch design, probably from about August, 1972. These patches were printed reversed for use as iron-on patches.

The first meeting of the Tulsa Bicycle Club was held 5 January, 1972 at the Whiteside Recreational Center. Bob Mercer was acting President pro tem and Eileen Baile acting secretary.

Among those attending and mentioned in the minutes were: Burton Gregg, Ken Driessel, Pat Hubbard, Norman Barrow, Bob Mercer, Eileen Baile, Tom Abbot and Dale Cook.

The first club ride was held on 11 March, 1972 to Jenks, Oklahoma.

TBC members of record on April 25th, 1972 were charter members (about 25 persons).

By July of 1972 there were over 50 members. A very active schedule was maintained in 1972. There were 90 rides, races, meetings and parties held that year. The annual election and dinner was held December 6, 1972 at the Casa Bonita restaurant.

In 1973 the membership passed 100 and has since never fallen below that number.

There have been many wonderful rides in the years that followed. Who can forget the great backyard parties, the New Years celebrations and the annual December dinners with the election of officers.

As the miles and the years have rolled away we have acquired friends and memories that will last forever.