Mountaintown Work Party From SORBA: Work party starts at 9 a.m., Saturday, August 23rd, and ends at 1 p.m. EMBA is providing a great lunch for the volunteers. And, I mean a GREAT lunch!!! Meet on FS 90b (Stillhouse Road), which is off Gates Chapel Road, outside of Ellijay, Ga. The work to be done is trimming and slingblading. Other trail needs will be accomplished by means of a contract. SORBA's objective will be to create a trail clear of brush and vegetation at least 4 feet wide and 8 feet high, more is better than less. The more people, the better. Mountaintown is important, and a lack of volunteers for this effort will not look good, as the FS is considering what to do about mountain bikes on the trail.
8-12-2008 Central
Park work Party From RAMBO: RAMBO will be having a work party
this Saturday 8/16 from 9am to 1pm at Central Park in Forsyth County. Lunch
will be provided. The Free Ride park needs a majority of the work and most
of that work is cutting back the grass and bushes. If you can please bring
gas powered weed eaters, trimmers, garden rakes and shovels. Anything that
can be used to clean out the Free Ride Park so it can remain open. Any weed
sprayers would help as well.
Address:
2300 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming, GA 30040 or 400N to exit 17. Take a left
off the ramp. Park is just down the road on the left. Trail head is straight
to the back of the park.
Frazier Cycling News From Frazier Cycling: We are excited to announce
that our Junior Development Program has produced 2 national champions!
Frazier Cycling Juniors took nine medals at the USA Cycling Junior Road
National Championships in Orange County, CA on August 6-8, 2008 including
two first place finishes.
Podium Results:
Individual Time Trial
National Champion-First Place - Philip O'Donnell (Suwanee GA) Men 10-12
National Champion-First Place - Zoe Frazier (Suwanee GA) Women 13-14
Third Place - Dominique Shore (Suwanee GA) Women 10-12
Criterium
Fifth Place - Philip O'Donnell, Men 10-12
Fifth Place - Zoe Frazier, Women 13-14
Third Place - Dominique Shore, Women 10-12
Road Race
Fifth Place - Philip O'Donnell, Men 10-12
Third Place - Zoe Frazier, Women 13-14
Fourth Place - Dominique Shore, Women 10-12
8-15-2008 Pepper Place Crit Join the Alabama crew for the Smith and Nephew Pepper Place Crit in Birmingham, AL on Sept. 13th. Southeastern Cycling is proud to be a sponsor of this wonderful race!
8-18-2008 Share
the Road Century Trish's note: I usually don't cover centuries, but this
is a worthy cause for ALL metro Atlanta Cyclists. My family will be there!
Labor Day morning kicks off an important effort benefiting all road
cyclists. I hope you will make every effort to attend this ride by sending
your registration dollars in support of the effort to add Georgia to the
growing list of states that have passed legislation requiring motorists to
provide a 3 foot minimum passing distance. Please consider a donation even
if you are unable to attend.
Will having such law on the books stop motorists from passing cyclists in a
dangerous or harassing manner? This is like asking if motorists will stop
running red lights. However, having a specific, enforceable, safe passing
law on the books will advise motorists that it is their responsibility to
pass other and all road users in a safe, responsible manner – share the
road. Find out more about this effort by participating in this ride or by
contacting ABC or GA Bikes.
Event Flyer :
http://atlantabike2.org/content/Register-now-2008-Share-Road-ride
Event Registration Form :
http://atlantabike2.org/files/ABC%20STR%20Ride%202008_fw%20v3.pdf
Spartanburg Bike Commuting Class Spartanburg Cyclists - Please pass
this event information on to anyone you
know who may be interested in becoming a road cyclist or commuting by bike.
Let me know if you have any questions!
What: Bicycle Commuter Workshop; a how-to guide for making travel-by-bike
practical and convenient
This is a free public workshop on bicycling for transportation and, in
particular, commuting to work by bike. Topics such as attire, personal
hygiene, inclement weather, choosing a route, safe road cycling and more
will be covered. The class will be followed by an optional instructional
bike ride at a leisurely pace for five miles around town.
When: Saturday, August 23rd
3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Presentation & Discussion
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Optional Instructional Bike Ride
Where: Spartanburg County Public Libraries Headquarters (151 S. Church
Street); Irwin Room
Who: Led by nationally certified cycling instructors; Designed for adults
and teens
Hosted by Partners for Active Living; Sponsored in part by the
Preservation Trust of Spartanburg
Fine Print: Participants are asked to sign-up in advance by calling 598.9638
or e-mail info@active- living.org. Bikes and helmets may be borrowed for the
ride, but arrangements must be made 48 hours in advance. This event is rain
or shine.
Jean Crow
Partners for Active Living
864.598.9638
Article on Local MTBers Competitor Southeast Magazine recently had an article on 3 of Georgia's mountain biking couples and families.
Tucker Native Wins Mt. Evans Hill Climb
http://www.velonews.com/article/81865/phillip-gaimon-wins-mount-washington-climb
GA Cup Women's News The Atlanta Crit Series will have both 3/4 and
PRO123 Women's racing at a reduced rate with 1/2 REG paid. We are very
excited to offer these races and look forward to participation. All 4 races
are on the North West side of town too.Thank you in advance.
Jay Lowe
Upcoming events:
Atlanta Criterium Series - Labor Day Weekend - August 29, 30 and 31st
Augusta - September 6 & 7
Dahlonega - September 12 & 13
State TT and Metric Century (Ringgold/Catoosa County - North Georgia) -
October 18 & 19.
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THE 2008 ATLANTA CRITERIUM SERIES - LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Site: www.georgiacup.com
Register: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=6959
Flier, Bible & Payout: http://georgiacup.com/files/08atlantacritbible.pdf
Atlanta Crit Series HOME page:
http://georgiacup.com/index.php?page=images/LM/GeorgiaCup/races/atlantacrit/home
Lisa and Carey Win the Transrockies! Lisa Randall of Woodstock and
Carey Lowry of Tennessee have won the Women's division at the
Transrockies
Challenge mountain bike stage race in Canada. Congratulations!
8-20-2008
Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic Sponsored by Sorella and Gainesville State
College Mountain Biking Club.
Level beginning intermediate August 23 10:00-1:00
Gainesville College trails
Join Sunny Sandidge and Anne Ledbetter on Sat 23 to learn and improve your
Mountain Biking skills. We will focus on efficiency in cornering. The day
will begin with Drills to learn or refresh your memory on maneuvering skills
and then we will go out on the twisty turny trails of Gainesville College to
practice and fine tune our skills. Clinic is open to all Women
Charlotte News
Looks like the weather forecast has changed and they are calling for
beautiful weather for this weeks mountain bike races.
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Wednesday, August 20
The Charlotte Summer Mountain Bike Series will visit Fisher Farm Park this
Wednesday evening. The race will be the last visit to Fisher Farm this
season. Many of the race participants really enjoyed racing at Fisher Farm.
The first 100 race participants will receive a FREE water bottle compliments
of The Cycle Path. The Cycle Path is a great bicycle shop located on Hwy
115, right on the Davidson/Cornelius City limits.
Make up races: We are working on securing dates for the rain out races.
Below are the scheduled and proposed dates for make up races. As soon as we
get the green light, we will make that dates official.
Renaissance Park #1 - Wed., Sept 3 (Scheduled)
USNWC - Wed., Sept 10 (Proposed)
Renaissance Park #2 (Double Points) - Saturday 10AM, Sept 13 (Proposed)
Col Francis Beatty - Sunday 10AM, Sept 14 (Proposed) finals with ceremony
and food afterwards
For more info on the series, visit www.charlottemtnbike.com
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Saturday, August 23
Cackalacky Cup presented by First Flight Bikes
Lake Norman State Park - Troutman, NC
Fun for the whole family!
The 2008 Cackalacky Cup presented by First Flight Bikes will be highlighted
by two very different mountain bike time trials and a afternoon of fun and
games. The first time trial will be a technical time trial held on the four
mile Itusi loop. There will be four different obstacles on the course. The
second time trial will be an all out speed time trial. The winners will be
determined by the combined times of both time trials.
The first 100 people who register will receive a complimentary gift bag load
with Hammer Nutrition products, compliments of Lowry Drug.
This is a great event for kids and opportunity to test yourself against your
peers without the chaos of a mass start race.
Online registration is open, check out the website www.charlottemtnbike.com
The person with the fastest combined laps will win a new 2008 Fox Float R
140mm disc only fork.
We are also going to raffle off a pair of Cane Creek Zonos Disc 26" wheels
to all race participants. Also, all race participants will receive a Hammer
products bag of schwag from our event sponsor Lowry Drug.
REGISTRATION
If you plan to do the race, please remember there is no race day
registration. We have to have all registrations the night before so that the
start times can be determine before the event starts. The earlier you can
register the better, it allows me to set the start times and post them on
the internet. Registration will be capped at 200 riders.
You can also drop off the registration forms at First Flight Bikes in
Downtown Statesville, NC.
My father and I are going to be cooking up a special lunch...spaghetti and
also cold pasta. My dad is a kick ass cook!
Volunteers: We are need of a couple more volunteers to help score the
technical features. If you would like to help out, email Neal at nealboyd@charlottesportscycling.com
Check out www.charlottemtnbike.com for more info.
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Sunday, September 7
The Widmer Brothers
Rivers Edge Mountain Bike Marathon
Presented by US National Whitewater Park and SouthPark Cycles
REGISTRATION IS OPEN
We will crown 12 southeast champions at the Rivers Edge.
The Rivers Edge Mountain Bike Marathon is the Southeast Mountain Bike
Marathon Championships. The 50 mile race will test you both physically and
mentally. We will also have duo categories at the event. Info can be found
at www.charlottemtnbike.com
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Sunday, September 14
It's the Historic Downtown Wake Forest Criterium on Sunday 9/14/08.
www.hdwfcrit.com has the race
flyer and other info about the race.
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Sunday, September 28
Can’t Wait Till Cross Starts Race # 1
Presented by Carolina Masters Cycling & Windsong Bike Shop
Salisbury, NC
Racing starts at 9:30 am at Salisbury Community Park with all categories.
Can e-mail me at shieldssign@bellsouth.net Check
www.carolinamasterscycling.com for details.
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Saturday, Oct 4 - NEW DATE
The 3rd Annual Tree Shaker 12 Hour Mountain Bike Challenge will once again
take place at Anne Springs Close Greenway. Anne Springs Close Greenway is
home to some of the sweetest singletrack in the southeast. Located in Ft
Mill SC, the beautiful ASCG is conveniently located just off I-77.
We are going to have live music at the event with Streetwise School of Rock.
The event start and finish will be held at the Field Trial Barn on
Springfield Parkway.
Make sure to put this date on your calendar.
www.charlottemtnbike.com
SFS Ride Saturday in Athens Toccoa this Saturday, 23 August 2008.
Depart at 8 a.m. from Jittery Joes in Athens (5 Points). Details at
www.winterbikeleague.com
And don't forget, $25 cash each will be going to the top 3 finishers (WBL
sprint line--Nowhere Road).
And if that's not enough to rev yo engine, Roberto Rivers will be offering
sponge baths in the parking lot after the ride for the low, low price of $1!
Remember, Roberto scrubs all those hard to get at places. Prepare to get yo
bell rung. Carney
8-21-2008 Pizza
and Northlake Rides Summer days are sadly becoming shorter. Please save
this email for reference….
Daylight Saving Time (DST) will end Sunday 11/02/08. DST will return again
in the Spring on Sunday 03/08/09
In order to have enough daylight to ride Tuesdays and Thursdays- approx 90
minutes is needed. The sunset will be 8:18 tonight, and will continue to set
a minute (or more) earlier per day.
Week of 09/01/08 Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday)
will be 6:15 PM. The Northlake ride will be normal summer- 2 loops. The
Pizza loop will be will be normal summer- 2 loops.
Week of 09/08/08 - sunsets 7:40s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and
Pizza (Thursday) will be 6:15 PM. The Northlake ride will be shorter- we
will do one small counterclockwise 4.75 mile loop and one intermediate
counterclockwise loop (normal 7 mile loop that we typically do 2 times). The
Pizza loop will be one large clockwise 8.75 mile loop (normally we have been
doing almost 2 of these loops)
Week of 09/22/08 - sunsets 7:20s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and
Pizza (Thursday) will move to 6:00 PM. The Northlake ride- we will do one
small counterclockwise 4.75 mile loop and continue with one intermediate
loop. The Pizza loop will be one large clockwise 8.75 mile loop.
Week of 10/06/08 - sunsets 7:00s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and
Pizza (Thursday) will move to 5:45 PM. The Northlake ride- we will do one
counterclockwise intermediate loop. The Pizza loop will be one large
clockwise 8.75 mile loop.
Week of 10/20/08 - sunsets 6:50s- Start times for Northlake (Tuesday) and
Pizza (Thursday) will stay at 5:45 PM. The Northlake ride- we will do one
counterclockwise inside small loop (4.75 miles). The Pizza loop will be one
counterclockwise inside small loop (4.75 miles). .
Week of 10/27/08 - sunsets 6:40s- This will be the final week for the
Northlake (Tuesday) and Pizza (Thursday) rides - all start times and ride
routes remain at 5:45 PM.
Comet Celebration September 27, 2008
Grand Opening of America’s Longest Paved Trail
The last foot of concrete for this trail will be poured on September, 27,
and we're celebrating!
The Silver Comet/Chief LaDiga Trail 95 miles one-way From Atlanta to
Anniston, Alabama
Join PATH for an historical 61.5 mile ride to the Georgia/Alabama state line
Send Off at 7:30 AM at Mavell Road
Break stations at Rockmart (Mile post 37) Cedartown (Mile post 50) Grand
Opening Ceremony at the state line at 2PM (mile 61.5) Hospitality tent,
festival, food, entertainment at the Stateline from 12-3 Limited shuttle
service
Plan your corporate and team rides now For additional information call
404-875-7284
http://www.pathfoundation.org
Fool's Gold Cyclingnews has a great article and photos on this past weekene's Fool's Gold mtb endurance race.
8-22-2008 Sunday Silk Sheets Parking NOTICE!!! "Please spread the word there is a revival this Sunday at Campbellton Methodist that will last most of the day. Anyone riding from that area should park across the street. Neil Fleming" Please respect the churt this Sunday and park across the street or in the field across from Charlie's store.
Georgia
Cyclocross Clinics We will hold the clinic rain or shine!! Yes! Here they are! When: Sunday, August 24th
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Where: Conte’s bike shop, Conyers, GA (less than 2 miles from the
International Horse Park)
1927 HWY 138 NE
Conyers, GA 30013
Note: This is Co-ed so everyone is welcome, we will split into
groups to work on skills. (we will have several volunteers there to
work with men, women, juniors, and all skill levels) The clinic is
FREE.
Are you wondering what this Cyclocross stuff is all about? We have
the perfect clinic for you!!
Please join Kari and Shey Lindner and Trish Albert for a beginnner's
cyclocross clinic and learn to dismount, hurdle barriers, carry your
bike and remount. (Yes! You can do all of this!) We will discuss
cyclocross bike setup and rules for the races. You may practice and
compete on a cyclocross bike or a mountain bike bike, as long as
there are no bar ends. This is all set in an co-ed environment that
is relaxed and full of encouragement. This is also a great clinic
for second season cyclocrossers to 'brush up' on 'merging with the
bike'. We will have several knowledgeable racers to work with you on
your skills, and Trish Albert will give an in depth review of cross
frames and set-up. So, bring your questions.
.
THERE WILL BE A LARGE FLEET OF DEMO BIKES FOR THE CYCLOCROSS SERIES,
THIS YEAR. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN TRYING A DEMO BIKE DURING THE
CLINIC PLEASE EMAIL ME TO SEE IF WE RECEIVED THEM AND ANY ARE
AVAILABLE.
Come join us and see what all the buzz is about! CYCLOCROSS RAWKS!!!!
(please bring mtb or cyclocross bike, helmet, plenty of water to
stay hydrated and a snack in case you get the munchies)
Tips: Remove bar ends before the clinic
Removing bottle cages before the clinics will make it easier to lift
your bike. (we are always near water)
Pick your hardtail over your full suspension if you have a choice.
(if you don’t ....who cares! We’ll have a blast anyway!)
Wear mtb shoes instead of road shoes and lycra instead of baggies if
you have them. (so you don’t get caught on the seat)
(as tennis shoes worked just fine for a couple people last year, so
come as you are!)
There are several places to eat that are close to Conte’s and the
International Horse Park it right down the road. One awesome burrito
place is Mad Cactus on Salem Road! (directions available at the
clinic) If you have any questions please email Kari at
klindner1@bellsouth.net
or Trish at
sttarlite@hotmail.com
*Trish's note: There will be a second clinic Sept. 13th. It will
offer a Juniors and Coed Clinic. Details to follow.
8-25-2008
Think you know bicycle law? Take the Bike Roswell! quiz online! It
is only 7 important questions. Takes less than a minute (unless you don't
know the answers). After you take the quiz pass it on to your non cycling
friends so they learn also.
http://www.bikeroswell.com/quiz/quiz.html
Cyclocross Clinic Seventeen new riders came out to the first Georgia Cyclocross clinic on Sunday. The clinic was held in the field at Conte's Bikes of Conyers, a series sponsor. Women's A racers Kari Linder and Trish Albert put clinic participants through a series of skill drills focusing on dismounting, remounting, lifting the bike, and shouldering the bike. Shey Linder assisted the Juniors with proper technique while Adam Jones made adjustments on the day's loaner bikes. After practicing, participants tested their new skills on a mock cyclocross course including a barrier section and a run up.
The Georgia Cross Series welcomes all levels of riders to race. There are races for all experience levels from C (Beginner) to A (Expert/Professional).
Another clinic will be held at Contes on September 13th. Demo and loaner bikes will be available. Details will be coming soon!
Kari has some photos up on her
blog.
Trish Albert watches a CX Clinic participant fly over the barriers on Sunday.s
8-26-2008 How to Convert A Bike to SS Shey Linder has a great video on how to convert a mountain bike to a single speed. It's perfect for learning how to get a bike for the GA State Single Speed championships!
DLV News www.dicklanevelodrome.com
Contact: Jeff Hopkins FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
jeff@dicklanevelodrome.com
Trent Wilson Confirms and Women’s Keirin added to Festival of Speed
2 time Giro D’Italia finisher and Jittery Joes professional Trent Wilson
confirms his appearance for September 20th Festival of Speed at Dick Lane
Velodrome
East Point, GA (August 25th 2008) – 8 year professional and 3rd year rider
with Athens, GA based Jittery Joes Professional Cycling Team, Trent
Wilson has confirmed his start for Septembers Festival of Speed to be held
at the Dick Lane Velodrome in East Point, GA. Said Wilson of the
confirmation: “It’ll be a great chance to get back on the track, its been a
while. I love racing the track so hopefully I can get out there and have
some fun and come away with a win or 2 while I’m at it”. He will join
teammate Tim Henry of Atlanta, GA to take on the rest of the professional
field.
Race Director Jeff Hopkins also confirmed the addition of the Women’s Keirin
to the schedule of events for the evening. “Our women’s racing at the
velodrome is really competitive, so it’ll be good opportunity for the them
to hone their skills at such a fast paced and exciting event” said Hopkins.
Also appearing during the evening will be the crowd favorite Bicycle Little
League riders, as well as amateur racing. Professional racing begins at 6pm
and entry for spectators is just $5 and families cost $10.
www.dicklanevelodrome.com
for more information.
The East Point Velodrome Association (EPVA) is an established 501c3
nonprofit corporation governed by a volunteer board, which manages the Dick
Lane Velodrome and provides youth and community services and a professional
racing series. Through the EPVA’s active commitment to community riders and
races, the growth of cycling continues in the Atlanta area.
Cross Line Up Preview I have it straight from Shey Linder that there WILL be a Single Speed division this year in the GA Cross series!
Paulding SORBA Work Party From Paulding SORBA: Who: All are welcome
What: Corridor clearing
When: 8/27/2008 @ 6 p.m.
Where: Rambo Nursery Trailhead (S.C.S.T.)
The plan is to host several imprommptu work parties to ensure this section
is ready before Assault on Brushy Mountain. We will be corridor clearing
this time around and probably cutting single track over the next few. We
will be working on a new section of trail between Rambo Nursery and
Buchannon Hwy. Tunnel. Hope to see ya'll on the trail!
Good Luck Ron Williams! Alabama resident Ron Williams is heading to the Paralympics in Bejing. Good luck Ron! You can keep up with him on his new website at http://ronswilliams.com/
8-30-2008 Gainesville College Trails Closed From Gainesville SORBA: The Gainesville College trails are closed until the College Plant Operations has deemed that the trails have been cleaned up enough to safely ride on. Plant Operations is handling the clean up and has asked us to get the word out that they do not want any unauthurized people on the trail with chain saws or other equipment doing clean up. We will post if the Plant Operations needs any outside help.