Mt. Tabor Work Party From SORBA Paulding Who: Everyone is welcome to attend!
Where: Mt. Tabor Park - 1550 East Paulding Drive Dallas, GA 30157
When: Saturday 1/17/2009 9 a.m. till 1 p.m.
Why: We're going to attempt to have the beginners loop finished by 4/1/2009

We're going to continue working on the bench cut sections of trail and clearing corridor throughout the entire loop. This loop will be approximately 1.25 to 1.5 miles long and will follow the Gateways Trails model provided by IMBA.
 

1-6-2008 Sope Creek Trail Maintenance From SORBA Atlanta: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (CRNRA)
ALL trail users welcome!
Saturday January 17th 9am—1pm
Cochran Shoals Car Park (near Powers Ferry / I-285)
Lunch provided. MTB ride following work party.
Please help us rehab the trails and build new ones for running, hiking, biking, etc.

Work days will happen MONTHLY during 2009. Next work day is Feb 28.

Blanket's Creek Work Party From SORBA Woodstock
We will be working on the Dwelling Loop Extention, .6 miles of new singlestrack!!! Saturday Jan. 17th, 9A-1P Lunch will be provided. Please come prepared with closed toed shoes, gloves and water. Note: SORBA Woodstock will be assisting Reinhardt College with building a bridge on their mtb trails. Saturday 1/31/09.

Cobb County News Bicycle and pedestrian improvement plan workshops this month

Cobb County Department of Transportation is conducting a 15-month planning project to identify where Cobb County can improve conditions for bicycling and walking. Residents are encouraged to attend one of three public open house workshops around the county to provide input and ideas. There will be no formal presentations at the workshops, so residents may attend anytime between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m.

* Tuesday, Jan. 20: Cobb County Central Library, 266 Roswell St., Marietta
* Wednesday, Jan. 21: East Cobb Government Service Center, 4400 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta
* Thursday, Jan. 22: South Cobb Community Center, 620 Lions Club Drive, Mableton

For more information, visit http://cobbdot.org/bikeped   or call DOT at 770-528-1679.

1-7-2008 Chilly Dawg Ride from Kevin at Cartecay bikes...January 10th Chilly Dawg Ride!

Meet at the Big Creek Fire Station 10am Saturday Jan. 10th as we will resume the Chilly Dawgmania! Come check out the new 40 mile route led by the Dawg himself, Big Mike. We will have a very scenic 28 mile route available as well. This is a mostly gravel road ride. Mountain bikes most definitely. Don't forget about the Chili! Mike's got it this week, the Palmeri Chili will light you up! 2009 and Ready to ROCK! need more info? call us at the DAWG pound, Cartecay Bikes! 706-635-2453, or email kevin@cartecaybikes.com Thanks, Kevin

1-8-2008  Facebook Group I just created a Facebook Group called Southeastern Cycling. Please join!

1-9-2008 WBL  Lula presented by Atlantis Hydroponics: The details hold on to your hats:
(Tim Stone - we will take you up on your sag offer if still available. Gracias.)

* 95 miles/5 hours
* maps are available at www.winterbikeleague.com (a map is attached to this email)
* 10 a.m. Sunshine Cycles (Athens)

Pros are eligible to sprint: The details:

* Sprint Line - Nowhere Road - Jackson County sign
* Purse: 1st place = $125 plus da box; 2nd = $75; 3rd = $25; 1st Lady = $25
* Points at finish: 10-8-6-4-2: Ladies: 5-3-1
* Intermediate sprints (2 of them):

1. Banks County (just before store stop) - Pros eligible - $25 to winner, Points: 3-2-1 (details at ride start)
2. Homer City Limit - Vets 35 plus (regardless of category), Cats 3, 4, 5, and Juniors - $25, Points: 3-2-1.

Final Attack Zone: Practice the ALTO ATTACK ZONE: the final sprint line is the Jackson County sign on Nowhere Road. It is 9.5 miles long. After leaving Commerce, the pack will travel down 334 towards Athens. After 3 miles on 334, the pack will turn left (Attack Zone opens) on Steep Dog Road and go 1.5 miles to stop sign and hang right (look for painted arrows in road); go 1 mile to stop sign and hang left onto Seagraves Mill Road; go 4 miles to Nowhere Road and hang right at stop sign. Go 3 miles to finish line Jackson County sign--WBL line in road.
Store stop - Lula - Atlantis Hydroponics will pick up the tab for all Zealots at the store stop in Lula (mile 42)! Further details at www.winterbikeleague.com Onward!

Women's Seminar From 55Nine Performance: Atlanta, GA. (January 9, 2009) - Following the lead of USA Cycling's Enhancing Women's Leadership in Cycling seminar is a new seminar coming to Atlanta, GA on February 7, 2009. Presented by USA Cycling, USA Triathlon, Georgia State University, and 55nine Performance, Enhancing Women's Leadership and Performance in Endurance Sports aims to educate and empower women and those that work with women on how best to enhance participation, leadership, and performance in endurance sports (running, cycling, triathlon). The intended audience is male and female coaches and trainers that work with women athletes, club directors, event organizers, and the women athletes themselves.

"The Leadership seminar offers women a great chance to learn and also develop contacts with other coaches and endurance enthusiasts. The presenters are top notch and should increase the knowledge of the participants. USA Cycling appreciates the efforts of the organizers in bringing together women interested in promoting cycling," says Sam Callan, USA Cycling's coaching and education manager.

The previous women's leadership clinic, brainchild of Kristen Dieffenbach, assistant professor of athletic coaching education at Western Virginia University and Lynda Ransdell, professor and chair of kinesiology at Boise State University, saw 32 female leaders from all levels of cycling converge to share experiences and resources. The pair, along with Sam Callan, used the session to help empower more women to enhance the sport of cycling and to get out and do something in their own communities. Namrita O'Dea of 55nine Performance in Atlanta, GA, is joining with Kristen Dieffenbach to bring the same type of education and empowerment to endurance coaches, trainers, and women athletes in the Southeastern US. "Cycling has a rich history of empowering women. I am very excited about the growing energy in the world of women's endurance sports and all the wonderful things that are being done to provide education and networking in the field. The Enhancing Women's Leadership and Performance in Endurance Sports conference will provide an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in working with women and enhancing the area of women's endurance sports," states Dieffenbach.

Topics will include Sport Physiology and Training Female Endurance Athletes, Sports Nutrition and its Current Issues in Female Athletes, Sport Psychology, and an Elite Athlete discussion panel with leaders such as Donna Garcia, Tina Pic, and Stephanie Herbst-Lucke. Michael Engleman of the USWCDP will also be present as a panelist. "Most women athletes come into cycling on an entire different path then the men as so many of the athletes we work with came from other sports. They also are very educated so it takes a special approach and relationship to work with women athletes who are postponing working careers with real incomes to try and reach the most Elite levels in a sport where the monetary reward will never be high. It is the same work ethic and drive to be the best as the men, it is just that women find different driving forces. It is important as coaches and support staff that we understand those compromises," he said.

The seminar will also count for Continuing Education hours (CEUs) for both USA Cycling and USA Triathlon coaches. Registration is online at www.bikereg.com

TBRA Schedule TBRA has released their schedule.

1-12-2009 GA Cup News  From the GA Cup:  There are quite a few 'Enhancements' to the 2009 GC. Bottom-line - we have really worked hard at consistency. We will be releasing online in the next couple of weeks.

Here are the pre-released links about the 2009 GC. Georgia Cup  http://www.georgiacup.com

2009 Georgia Cup Schedule Includes TT Series, TTT's & Bike Race Series!
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pmg6a6GEO4gaJAbJZke58Ow

2009 Georgia Cup Enhancements Snap shot of 2009 Enhancements
http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=ddwtz97t_237gsdvz8dv


2009 Georgia Cup Time Trial Series
Information, Rules & Guidelines for the 2009 Georgia Cup Time Trial Series
http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=ddwtz97t_232c2kr9vd3

2009 "NEW" Georgia Cup Bike Race Series GRID
2009 the Georgia Cup will use a participation Grid System. ProAm, Elite, Masters & CAT 4 will all be on the GRID for 2009!
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pmg6a6GEO4gb_UqcjItopFgv

2009 Georgia Cup Bike Race Series New & Improved Rules and Guidelines for the 2009 Georgia Cup Bike Race Series!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=ddwtz97t_229fhqjqkct

1-13-2008  Jimmy Carter's Bikes Stolen How sad! From the AJC.

1-14-2009 Chicopee Work Party From SORBA Gainesville: Join us for a work party on Sunday, January 25th at 1:00 PM at the Chicopee Woods MTB parking lot. We'll be working on the new Copperhead Gap (Zig Zag) reroutes. We should be able to get the last bit of work done so we can open up Copperhead Gap! Supper will be provided afterwards.

Please dress appropriate for the weather and wear closed toe shoes (Hiking/work boots recommended). Bring gloves, water and snacks for 4 hours of work. All tools will be provided. Thanks for your support! Steve Johnston, Secretary - Gainesville SORBA

1-15-2009  Midland Teen Indicted in Cyclists's Death There is a reprint of the article here. The teen driver that killed a cyclist and injured another in Columbus, GA last year has been indicted " bya Harris County grand jury on four misdemeanor counts — second-degree vehicular homicide, failure to maintain lane, improper passing of a vehicle and following too closely, said Assistant District Attorney Don Kelly."

 1-16-2009 Offline for a Bit I will be offline for a few days without access to email. I'll answer all emails when I get back. (Everything is fine, just need a few days off from computer duty! Real life calls even me sometimes.)

 Myogenesis p/b United Health Care 2009 From the team: Coming off a very successful season that include over 50 podium visits, several state championships, and the overall victory in the Tour of Jamaica, the 4th year Pro/Am squad of Myogenesis Nutrition.com, has partnered with United HealthCare, to bring the battle against childhood obesity to the forefront.
The team will be racing a full schedule of races in the Southeastern US, as well as numerous NRC races, and National Championships. Team Myogenesis.com p/b United HealthCare has benefited from the pool of talented pro racers without contracts this year. Key signings included Ryan Sullivan from Jittery Joes, Thad Dulin, Top 15 USPro time trial, from DLP/Kane, Michael Wolf, formerly of Navigators and in a mentorship role, but racing as well, Doug Ollerenshaw, from Rock Racing. The addition of these four only bolsters the talent laden roster consisting of Eric Murphy, who will fulfill the director role as well as racing; Cleve Blackwell; Oneil Samuels, multi time Jamaican National Champion; Adam Ray winner Tour of Jamaica, 2nd Edgar Soto stage race; Sandy Rosell from Johan Bruynel Cycling Academy; Chris Ernst; Geoff Mina, Georgia RR Champion; Brady Rogers; Georgia Cyclocross Champion; Nick Housley and David Hutton, from Hincapie/ Barkley Devo Team.

The teams sponsors this year included Myogenesis Nutrition, United HealthCare, Blue Competition Cycles, SRAM, Louis Garneau, Maxxis, Tifosi Optics, Thompson, Industry Nine, Serfas, Northwave, Georgia Cup race series, Connect First, www.got19fruits4u.com, Smyrna Bicycles, Glory Cycles, and former shop sponsor to Jittery Joes, The Hub.

Not only is the team funded by the sale of the Myogenesis Nutrition product line, but will be supported by the sale of their own private labeled coffee beans from cafeinecafe.com .

For full details on the team and to follow their success through the 2009 season, go to www.myogenesis-racing.com 
 

WBL Saturday This weekend's WBL Ride, Rollin to Royston, will start at 11 a.m. Forecasted high = 47 degrees. We ride! So bundle up early and strip down late. All the details below. See www.winterbikeleague.com for the interactive map. Text map posted shorty. Papal Pardons available for $100 cash, small bills.

*January 17 (Ride # 8) Royston
*Time: 11 a.m. (window open) [ START DELAYED 1 HOUR]
*Whar: Sunshine Cycles (downtown Athens)
*Length: 90 miles/4.5 hours
*Pee break: @ 1 hour in/1 hour after store stop
*Store Stop: Royston (halfway)
*Interactive Map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=2491956
* Text Directions [coming]
*Final Sprint: Pros eligible (Points: 10-8-6-4-2) $100 plus da box! Women: $25/ pts: 3-2-1; Vets 35 plus, Cats 3, 4, 5: $25/ pts: 3-2-1*Final Attack Zone: Gene Dixon Attack Zone (9 miles): Attack Zone opens at other end of Hargrove Lake Road/Gene Dixon Road. Go straight for 6 miles. There is an Intermediate sprint 3.5 miles in the Attack Zone in front of Gene Dixon Manor. Take right on Beaverdam, go less than 1 mile and turn left on Smithonia. Go 1 mile and turn right on Melton Road. Sprint is 1.5 miles ahead at top of long riser. Line in road. All turns marked with arrows.
*Intermediate Sprints:
1. Royston City Limits (All eligible) - climb Mur de Royston, tunr left, go 2 miles. Store stop after sprint. $25:(3-2-)
2. Royston City Limits: Women: $25 (pts.:3-2-1)
3. Oglethorpe Count: Vets 35 plus, Cats 3, 4,5. $25 (3-2-1)
4. Gene Dixon Manor (all eligible - insideAttack Zone): $50 (3-2-1).

Updated Calendar I updated the 2009 Calendar Page and the calendar at the top of this page through the first weekend of April. I still have heard nothing about the Georgia schedule except the Tundra TT is on Feb. 14th.
 

1-20-2009 Velodrome Work Party From the DLV: There will be a work party at the Dick Lane Velodrome on Feb. 7th 9 am-3 pm.  Email info@dicklanevelodrome.com for more information Leafing and Bagging and other things needed to make the velodrome looking nicer for 2009. No experience needed.

1-21-2009

Clinic in Dalton on Thursday
 

1-22-2009  GEORGIA RIDES TO THE CAPITOL Save the Date March 3, 2009

Mark your calendars now for Tuesday, March 3, 2009 when Georgia (again) Rides to the Capitol. We want this year to be bigger than ever. All are welcomed. Co-sponsored by the Metro Atlanta Mayor's Assoc, elected officials & government policy makers are encouraged to participate. This will be a great opportunity to display our community's solidarity for cycling & demonstrate at the State Capitol the grass-roots support that exists for their efforts on our behalf.

On March 11, 2008 thirty-five cyclists from our area, including Covington Mayor Kim Carter and Conyers Councilman Vince Evans, participated in Georgia Rides to the Capitol. The Covington to Conyers to Decatur route was featured
on the event website. Our group from Covington & Conyers converged with thousands of fellow cyclists from metro Atlanta streaming to the capitol.

For general information keep an eye on this website for updates: http://www.georgiaridestothecapitol.org

1-23-2009 Charlotte News From Charlotte Sports Cycling Break out the bike this weekend.

We had a great race the in the 18th with close to 190 people attending the first race.
Next four Sundays: January 25, February 1, 8 & 15

Team Competition
The team competition was huge hit. Check out the website for updated team standings
www.charlottemtnbike.com
1st Place Team - $250, Winners Trophy and a year of braggin rights!
2nd Place Team - $155
3rd Place Team - $100


Our Sponsors
15 of the local shops have team up to support the 2009 Winter Short Track Series.
We currently have 15 of the local bike shops sponsoring the 2009 series: SouthPark Cycles, Carolina Bicycle Company, Bike Line of Charlotte, Bicycles East, Bicycle Sport, Ultimate Bicycle, Cool Breeze Cyclery, First Flight Bikes, Trek Bikes of Charlotte, The Spirited Cyclist, Luna Cycles, BikeSource, Bolt Brothers, Blood, Sweat and Gears and The Cycle Path. Jesse Brown's Outdoors is also supporting the series. We also just added another bike shop, Belmont Bicycles.

We also have product support from Blackdogbikes.com, Clif Bar, Hydrapak, Cane Creek, American Classic, Defeet, Giordana and prizes from www.TotalCyclist.com

Raffles for all racers, every time you enter an event.
American Classic is providing a set of their sweet Mtb26 wheels as grand prize raffle for the series. Cane Creek is providing a 110 headset for the raffle. Every time you race, you are entered into the raffle. I am also working on a couple more cool prizes for the series raffle. Stay tuned for more detail.

Food, food and more food!
Nothing but Noodles brought out TONS of great pasta. They will once again be bringing food to the race. Nothing but Noodles has two great locations in Charlotte, one on Rea Rd at Stonecrest at Piper Glen and the other on Elizabeth Ave near Presby. Visit the Nothing but Noodles website at www.nothingbutnoodles.com

Hope you all are looking forward to another fun race event. Results for the race are posted on http://m1e.net/c?44778155-0zc8GbTDqaLWE%403920693-f1h1knKwwEbdA and pictures of the race can be found at http://m1e.net/c?44778155-BWjk28Tj0KQOs%403920694-tW7HRWe9quXbY

March 21 and 22
Out Like a Lion Race Weekend
Albemarle Road Race and Salisbury City Park Criterium

Save the date for this great weekend of racing. www.charlottesportscycling.com for more info

Saturday, April 11
2nd Annual 6 Hour Grind on the "Greenway" presented by SouthPark Cycles and BlackDogBikes.com
Back by poplar demand, The 6 Hour Grind on the "Greenway" is an awesome mountain bike race on the sweet singletrack mountain bike trails at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Ft Mill, SC. Do NOT let the name "Greenway" fool you, these are super sweet singletrack trails on an absolutely beautiful piece of property. After the event, we will have lots of great food and entertainment for the whole family.
Save the date for this great event. Much more info to come soon.
www.charlottemtnbike.com


January 31 and February 7
Triangle Velo will again host the Winter Speedway Series at Orange County Speedway. Races are on Saturdays 1/31 and 2/7 this year. We hope to see everyone out there!


Greenville Springs Series
The new cycling season is already here! The 2009 Spring Series has just been posted. You can find all the details on the event website: http://m1e.net/c?44778155-CK/11/8/4Jkr.%403920698-VzXL4qikkA3Tk

Registration is open, so sign up early and remember that you will receive a discount if you register for the whole series.

February 14 and 15
Wolfpack Cycling Classic
This event returns for the 2009 season bigger and better with more categories and a larger purse. Come out and test your legs a week before the Greenville Training Series.
Race Website: www.geocities.com/crazybikerfromtheaccc/
Race Registration: http://m1e.net/c?44778155-Z2eR2MaHEusX.%403920699-Z0qSXnCaLGPhU

Saturday, February 14
Wolfpack Cycling Classic Road Race in Chatham County, NC (just north of Sanford)
The new and improved course is an 18 mile loop that will be run in a clockwise direction. Terrain will be rolling with several short steep climbs per lap and a slightly uphill finish.

Sunday, February 15
Wolfpack Cycling Classic Criterium in Raleigh, NC
Located on NC State University's Centennial Campus, the course is a fast 1 km D-shaped course with a short uphill, tight chicane, and two left hand turns. This is the same course that has been used the past 7 years

WeeklyRides.com is all new...same spot on the web but a new enhanced site.

Here are the highlights;

The site is now searchable. Just type in a search phrase and hit the button...Whalah! It's like magic.
I've added a "Links of Interest" page. Those are links of interest to me...send me yours and maybe I'll include them.
There is a new posting format for Charity and Challenge Rides & Events. The format makes it easier to post the highlights. You can then follow a web link if you're interested in more. Keep in mind that many ride sites won't be updated until the actual ride gets closer.
The 2009 "Assault on Morrow Mountain Series" is posted. Seven rides are set from March thru September.
Currently rides posted include:
19 Weekly Rides
9 Charity Events
31 Challenge Events
7 Morrow Mountain Rides
Plus much, much more.
I still have a lot to post and as the season gets closer the weekly rides posted will increase.

Check it out and let me know how it works on your end. Good, Bad, or Ugly...I need to know.

I'll look forward to your comments...until then,

Ride Safe,
Jeff
WeeklyRides.com
***********************************************
See you on the bike. Neal Charlotte Sports Cycling Inc. www.charlottesportscycling.com

Cobb County Bike/Ped Open House I went to the Cobb County Bike/Ped Open House tonight. They had the proposed Bike/Pedestrian plan out for public comment. One thing I was glad to see were some specific recommendations for Silver Comet extensions/connectors going towards downtown Atlanta. This will make riding into Atlanta much safer. The best one for access to downtown was along Atlanta Road from the current Silver Comet Connector to the Atlanta Rd. Bridge and the Fulton County line. For more information, www.dot.cobbcountyga.gov/bikeped.
 

WBL: Alto Pushed Back One Week NEWSFLASH: ALTO PUSHED BACK 1 WEEK BECAUSE OF THREAT OF RAIN. BUT WE RIDE! This week's misadventure will be a possible 3 loop 90-100 mile sortie. We will do 3 loops, all slightly different, with each loop ending in a sprint at the Pink Church line for points and cash. The 1st sprint is for women, the 2nd for Vets, Cat 3's, etc., and the last for the Pros. The Pros will have in intermediate sprint in the Attack Zone. All sprints for $25 bucks plus points. Final sprint for win $100 bucks plus da box. (See details below). If rain comes, this allows us to double up on sprints at end of any loop, then head for home. All riders have option of heading for home after each sprint. Stay tuned to sight as we watch the whether.

The weekend continues with the Winter Bike League at Sunshine Cycles, The Loose Nuts CrossCat Messenger Race and our own event, the 3v3 Athens Hardcourt Bike Polo Tournament. The Log Pull and the awards ceremony at the Hub Bicycles round out the weekend of fun and festivities. http://malletsofathens.com/pentathlon
date: Jan 23 - 25 where: athens, ga

Chili Dawg Ride From Cartecay Bikes: Meet at Big Creek Fire Station for a 30 & 50 Mile option Chilly Dawg Ride! 10am RTR. Gravel roads! Good Company! Terry's making the white chicken chili! :Awesome.. For more info call Cartecay Bikes 706-635-2453 Thanks, Kevin

1-24-2009  WBL CANCELLED on Saturday Late Breaking from the WBL: The WBL regrets to inform all that the regularly scheduled ride with sprints is canceled, but enough riders will probably show up to have a ride. Doppler radar shows the rain will continue through the morning. And reports are rain is falling in Atlanta.

2 points for all who show up, sign, and ride.

Be sure at join us next week for the Porterfield Tire -Cyclesport Concepts Alto World Cup. Details soon. Don't forget the remaining events of the Pentathalon--those participants are required to ride today.

Cycleworks Ride Moved to Sunday From Cycleworks: It wouldn't be Saturday if it weren't raining, eh?

Well, this week only, we've moved the ride to Sunday. Same place and same time.

Kennesaw/Beyond Allatoona, Rolls at 9 am on Saturdays (except for this week). 55 or 75 miles-Training-Definite A (18-19 mph) and B (17-18 mph) groups after restroom break. Not for casual riders. Rolling terrain from Kennesaw towards Cartersville. Course is well marked with white "CW"s. One restroom break and one store stop. Take I-75 to exit 271-Chastain Rd. Go west on Chastain Rd approximately 1/4 mile and take a left onto Town Point Dr. Bear right at first intersection and park in Pacesetter Steel parking lot-3300 Townpoint Dr. Watch out for the the low-clearance bar! From I-75 and 285 expect about a 15 minute drive to the start of the ride.

1-26-2009 Race Calendar Updated I updated the 2009 race calendar with the Georgia information that I have. It includes Georgia Cup and Georgia Cycling Grand Prix races. Please note, see the Georgia Cup website for their latest schedule.

Alto WBL From the WBL: 31 January 2009: The Porterfield Tire-Cycle Cycle Sport Concepts Alto World Cup Event: The Biggest cash giveaway ever! $725 GIVEAWAY! Details Below (see www.winterbikeleague.com)
*Whar: Sunshine Cycles (downtown Athens)
*Length: 110 miles/5.5 miles
*Sponsor:http: http://www.porterfieldtireinc.com/
*Sponsor: www.cyclesportconcepts.com
*2 Store Stops: (1st) in Alto after sprint; (2nd)after Crackback Hill (see below)
*Interactive Map: coming (see map page)
* Text Directions: coming (see map page)
*Final Attack Zone: The Alto Attack Zone:
1. The final sprint line is the Jackson County sign on Nowhere Road. This is the same Attack Zone used as that for Alto the last five years. It is 9.5 miles long. After leaving Commerce, the pack will travel down 334 towards Athens . After 3 miles on 334, the pack will turn left (Attack Zone opens here—listen for the whistle scream) on Steep Dog Road and go 1.5 miles to stop sign and hang right (look for painted arrows in road); go 1 mile to stop sign and hang left onto Seagraves Mill Road; go 4 miles to Nowhere Road and hang right at stop sign. Go 3 miles to finish line. Remember: Go right-left-right at each stop sign you come to (the first two will be at a dead-end, the last Nowhere Road). This is a tough person Attack Zone and should bring a smile to all.
2. Points and Prizes explanation for final sprint:
*Win: $200 cash plus box (Points: 15-12-9-6-3); 2nd place = $100; 3rd = $25

*1st 35+, Cat 3, 4, 5: $100 (Points: 7-5-3-1)
*1st Lady: $100 (Points: 7-5-3-1)
*Points to sign in: 3 points
Intermediate Sprints:
1. Ist Sprint: Alto City Limits: $100 to winner (Points: 5-4-3-2-10; $25 to 1st Non-Pro, 1, or 2 (Points: 3-2-1); $25 to first lady (Points: 3-2-1)
2. 2nd Sprint: Crackback Hill: $50 to winner: (Points: 3-2-1).
 

Blanket's Creek In The News Blanket's Creek made the Cherokee County AJC.

DLV Youth Program The Dick Lane Velodrome has started their Youth Program on Sunday afternoons. It ends on March 29th. See their website at http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com for details.

1-27-2009 State Road Race Championships Team Cycleworks p/b HDR will be hosting The State Road Race Championships will be on Saturday 05/16 on the Cherokee County Road Race course and then the action will be to John's Creek for a criterium on Sunday 05/17. Keep checking www.ngca.us for further details.

Versus Tour of California Coverage Ok, I normally don't post stuff like this, but I just got DISH. For the first time, I can watch Versus's cycling coverage. Ah, if only the TdG was being held this year. Note the LIVE coverage!

VERSUS' on-air schedule for the Amgen Tour of California follows:
February 7 Preview Show 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT)
February 14 Prologue - Sacramento (live/same-day delay) 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT)
February 15 Stage 1, Davis to Santa Rosa (live/same-day delay) 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT)
February 16 Stage 2, Sausalito to Santa Cruz (live) 12:30 p.m. ET (9:30 a.m. PT)
February 17 Stage 3, San Jose to Modesto (live) 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT)
February 18 Stage 4, Merced to Clovis (live) 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT)
February 19 Stage 5, Visalia to Paso Robles (live) 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT)
February 20 Stage 6, Solvang time trial (live) 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT)
February 21 Stage 7, Santa Clarita to Pasadena (live/same-day delay) 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT)
February 22 Stage 8, Rancho Bernardo to Escondido (live/same-day delay) 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT)
* Times subject to change

New Georgia Racing Series (Strangely, SE Cycling is not on their email list....hmmmmm) From a press release: New Racing Series For Georgia!
Georgia Cycling Gran Prix: TopView Sports and Swagger.us Create New Georgia Points Series.

Athens, GA - Two of the most experienced event producers in the southeast have joined forces to bring a fresh perspective to racing in the state of Georgia. TopView Sports, Swagger.us, and the Gwinnett Sports Commission are pleased to announce the creation of the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix, a year-long series that will take professional and amateur racers across the state.

The Georgia Cycling Gran Prix is excited to bring racers in the region great venues, fast results reporting, friendly registration staff, and most importantly, fun and safe racing. Other features of the series include an overall points competition and prize money and an end-of-season awards banquet to recognize the winners of each category.

Anchored by the 30th Annual Athens Twilight Criterium, held the last weekend of April, and the Third Annual Gwinnett Bike Fest to be contested in July, the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix will boast ten events.

The Athens Twilight Criterium has been steadfast in its mission to not only provide the highest caliber of racing for professional riders, but to increase involvement in the sport among amateur riders, as well as to grow community initiatives. The Twilight weekend includes amateur category bike racing, kid's events, festival activities, the UGA/Twilight Jazz Festival, a 5k run, and a cycling participation ride. Within its 30 year history, the Twilight has heralded such accolades as "The Criterium Not to Miss" by VeloNews Magazine, "The Best Road Cycling Race of 2008" by Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine, and will appear in the March issue of Outside Magazine as "One of the Best Races in America" feature .

The 2009 Gwinnett Bike Fest has expanded to seven stages in six days, starting on July 21 with the final race on July 26. The Bike Fest will begin at Road Atlanta on July 21, followed by the Gwinnett Center Criterium on the 22nd. Two road races will take place on the 23rd and 24th. On Saturday the 25th, a time trial will be held in the morning, followed by a criterium in historic Downtown Norcross. The final day of racing will take place on a 2.5 mile loop in the Gwinnett Progress Center.

Georgia cycling is thriving throughout the state, inspite of the discontinuation of the Tour de Georgia, and participation and spectator appeal is blossoming. "The events that comprise the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix have been around for several years, with the Athens Twilight hosting its 30th year of racing, as well as the 3rd Annual Gwinnett Bike Fest," Pete Sherrard of the Gwinnett Sports Commission noted. "We are extremely excited to bring racing to all skill levels across the entire state."

2009 Georgia Cycling Gran Prix Race Schedule:

02/28-03/01 TopView Classic - Lawrenceville, GA
03/7-8 Regions Bank Race Weekend - Albany, GA
04/25 Athens Twilight Criterium - Athens, GA
04/26 Augusta Downtown Criterium - Augusta, GA*
05/03 Sandy Springs Cycling Classic - Sandy Springs, GA
05/30-05/31 Tour Dahlonega - Dahlonega, GA
06/6-7 Low Country Classic Weekend - Beaufort, SC**
06/27-28 Cycle for Parkinsons - Dacula and Lawrenceville, GA
07/21-26 Gwinnett Bike Fest - Various Locations, GA
08/29-30 Summer Finale Weekend - Lawrenceville and Loganville, GA

For more information regarding race details, please visit www.GeorgiaCycling.net, the new home for the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix. *Tentative location

**This will be the state time trial championships for Georgia and South Carolina.

About the Georgia Cycling Gran Prix
The Georgia Cycling Gran Prix is a series of first-class bicycle races produced primarily in the state of Georgia. These races bring provide great venues, fast results reporting, friendly registration staff, and most importantly, fun and safe racing. Anchored by the 30th Annual Athens Twilight Criterium and the third annual Gwinnett Bike fest, the GCGP is excited to combine these great events into a solid racing series. There will be an overall points competition and overall prize money, with an awards reception at the conclusion of the series to recognize the winners of each category.

1-28-2009 Old Memories A few years ago, I rode for Boneshaker Bicycles race team. I'm still a loyal customer! One of my current teammates found a Boneshakers Team Jersey at the Beef O Brady's in Grayson, GA and shared a few photos with me. It brings back some great memories! I'd say the picture and jersey are from about 2003 or 2004. Remember the old Zaxby's team from the early 2000s? I still see a jersey in some of the older Zaxbys franchises when I'm on the road.

Boneshakers Team jersey and photo. Courtesy of a friend.

1-29-2009 Free Flite Sale and Mountain Bike Demo Free Flite is having a sale of 30-50% off all winter clothing. They are also hosting a Mountain Bike Demo Day Feb. 28 at Blanket's Creek from 9 am to 3 pm. Fisher and Trek bikes will be available to try.

Reinhardt Work Party From SORBA Woodstock: We are tuning up the Reinhardt Trails this Saturday at Reinhardt College in Waleska. We will be meeting at 10am at the Mountain Bike TrailHead Kiosk behing the Athletic Center on campus. We will be building a 35 foot bridge over Moore Creek and blowing all the leaves off the trails from fall. Work party will be from 10am to 4pm. Food will be provided. Thanks for your support! Jay Wilkes

Harbins Work Party From GATR: GATR’s and Friends of GATR,
We have a work party scheduled for Saturday Jan 31, 2009 from 10-3. We have had a great deal of support from a core group of GATR’s and have accomplished a lot. We would like to have a lot of folks involved in the building of this trail system, so COME ON OUT and JOIN in the FUN....it is a PARTY atleast that is what the name says. This work party will focus on section MB3 ~2.5-3 miles. Steele and Associates has done a great job of clearing the corridor and rough cutting the trail. Our focus will be on creating Back-slope (where appropriate), cleaning the trail bed and creating the out-slope.

GATR will provide all the necessary tools (mccleods, pulaskis fire rakes, and loppers). If you have a favorite tool you want to bring feel free to do so. Also you will need to wear appropriate clothing for outdoor work. Sturdy shoes / workbooks are a must. Also bring snack and water for the day. Since this is the only work party this weekend the time is extended, if you cannot be there for the entire time please let Dave Greenwell know when you will be arriving. We will make sure you have directions to the worksite. You can pm Dave or you can reply to this post. PS… if we don’t get too much rain this week and the trails are dry, we may try to put some wheels on the trail :rock: …so bring your bike! NO PROMISES trail conditions will dictate whether we ride or not.

Southern Cross on CN Southern Cross got some coverage on Cyclingnews.com.

Alto is ON! From the WBL: Attention All Zealots: Alto has been given the green light and all systems are Go-Go-Go! The countdown had begun to the most prestigious ride of the season. If you would like to read a description of the course, and the Attack Zones, and a brief history of Alto, a short narrative is attached. Or you may go to the WBL site--the description is now posted: www.winterbikeleague.com

The Cylcesport-Porterfield Tire Alto World Cup is proud to announce the biggest cash giveaway in the history of the WBL with cash going not only to the winner, but the 1st lady and Non pro, 1 or 2 also. Check out the details on the site.

The Top 60 are now posted on the site. Who will win? The world watches and waits. Briggs Carney

Read the entire course description and Alto history here.

1-30-2009 Charlotte News From Charlotte Sports Cycling
Nothing but Noodles Winter Short Track Series
Wow, what a great turnout last Sunday, especially with the juniors. We had 30 junior boys and girls line up in the bitter cold winter weather. Looks like the weather is going to be great for the race this Sunday. The series is such a great place for kids to give mountain bike racing a try.

Next three Sundays: January 25, February 1, 8 & 15

Team Competition
The team competition continues to be a huge success during the series. Check out the website for updated team standings: www.charlottemtnbike.com

Our Sponsors
15 of the local shops have team up to support the 2009 Winter Short Track Series.
We currently have 15 of the local bike shops sponsoring the 2009 series: SouthPark Cycles, Carolina Bicycle Company, Bike Line of Charlotte, Bicycles East, Bicycle Sport, Ultimate Bicycle, Cool Breeze Cyclery, First Flight Bikes, Trek Bikes of Charlotte, The Spirited Cyclist, Luna Cycles, BikeSource, Bolt Brothers, Blood, Sweat and Gears and The Cycle Path. Jesse Brown's Outdoors is also supporting the series. We also just added another bike shop, Belmont Bicycles. We also have product support from Blackdogbikes.com, Clif Bar, Hydrapak, Cane Creek, American Classic, Defeet, Giordana and prizes from www.TotalCyclist.com

Raffles for all racers, every time you enter an event.
American Classic is providing a set of their sweet Mtb26 wheels as grand prize raffle for the series. Cane Creek is providing a 110 headset for the raffle. Every time you race, you are entered into the raffle. I am also working on a couple more cool prizes for the series raffle. Stay tuned for more detail.

Food, food and more food!
Nothing but Noodles brought out TONS of great pasta. They will once again be bringing food to the race. Nothing but Noodles has two great locations in Charlotte, one on Rea Rd at Stonecrest at Piper Glen and the other on Elizabeth Ave near Presby. Visit the Nothing but Noodles website at www.nothingbutnoodles.com

Limited number of tickets available for:
“Racing around the World” Appearance and Presentation by Jeremiah Bishop
Saturday, February 7
6PM to 9PM
Nothing but Noodles on Elizabeth Ave in Uptown Charlotte
$20 per person includes dinner, drinks and presentation
Beer and wine is available for purchase

Jeremiah Bishop, current USA National Champion of Short Track and Marathon Mountain Bike disciplines, will share stories, highlights and photos from his experience traveling and racing around the world. From South Africa to Switzerland to Andorra to Patagonia, Jeremiah’s quest to make the 2008 Olympic team was exciting and rewarding, an adventure that is sure to inspire everyone.

Jeremiah will also briefly speak about World Bicycle Relief, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through the power of bicycles.

A moderated question and answer session will conclude the presentation. Following the presentation, attendees are invited to view unique trophies, medals, jerseys and other souvenirs collected from around the world, meet Jeremiah and receive autographs and photo opportunities. During the event, one of Jeremiah’s 2008 racing jerseys will be raffled in support of World Bicycle Relief.

Brief history on Jeremiah:
In addition to representing his new industry trade team, Jeremiah is a twelve-time member of the USA Cycling National Team, which represents the USA at international competitions including Continental and World Championships, and the Pan American Games. On seven occasions, Jeremiah has lead the US National Team, producing the team's highest achievement of the competition, including his gold medal winning performance in the 2003 Pan American Games and his eighth place finish at the 2006 World Championships, which remains the highest placing of any US male at World Championships in over 12 years.

The reigning USA National Marathon Mountain Bike Champion, Jeremiah excels in long-distance racing. He has won numerous endurance and "ultra" events including the Firecracker 50, the American Mountain Classic stage race, the Fools Gold 100, the Wilderness 101, and the Off-Road Assault on Mt Mitchell. He is a multi-time winner of the Shenandoah Mountain 100, a National Ultra Endurance Series classic, which takes place near his hometown of Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Also the reigning USA National Short Track Champion Jeremiah is quite possibly the most versatile racer and a star on the national scene. In 2008, his victories include cross-country, marathon, short track, stage races and ultra-endurance events.

The Special Evening Agenda
The evening will start at 6PM with a brief introduction. Food will be served at 6:30PM with the slideshow to begin shortly there after. Nothing but Noodles is preparing an incredible meal that will consist of a salad with mixed greens and vegetables, pasta bar consisting of their American, Asian and Italian pastas with break sticks and your drink of choice. They have a good selection of beer and wine for purchase.

On Sunday, Jeremiah is going to stick around and break out the Stars and Stripes Short Track National Champions jersey and race the Winter Short Track event at Renaissance Park.

To register, visit the link below on BikeReg.com
http://m1e.net/c?44778155-wu9uFczobtzJw%403938956-D.yyl2LBJfKvI

March 21 and 22
Out Like a Lion Race Weekend
Albemarle Road Race and Salisbury City Park Criterium
Save the date for this great weekend of racing.
www.charlottesportscycling.com for more info

Saturday, April 11
2nd Annual 6 Hour Grind on the "Greenway" presented by SouthPark Cycles and BlackDogBikes.com
Back by poplar demand, The 6 Hour Grind on the "Greenway" is an awesome mountain bike race on the sweet singletrack mountain bike trails at Anne Springs Close Greenway in Ft Mill, SC. Do NOT let the name "Greenway" fool you, these are super sweet singletrack trails on an absolutely beautiful piece of property. After the event, we will have lots of great food and entertainment for the whole family.
Save the date for this great event. Much more info to come soon.
www.charlottemtnbike.com

Other events around the area:

January 31 and February 7
Triangle Velo will again host the Winter Speedway Series at Orange County Speedway. Races are on Saturdays 1/31 and 2/7 this year. We hope to see everyone out there!

Greenville Spring Training Road Race Series
The new cycling season is already here! The 2009 Spring Series has just been posted. You can find all the details on the event website: http://m1e.net/c?44778155-tysXrTXUmo032%403938959-rcozhGcTaTsZQ

Registration is open, so sign up early and remember that you will receive a discount if you register for the whole series.

February 14 and 15
Wolfpack Cycling Classic
This event returns for the 2009 season bigger and better with more categories and a larger purse. Come out and test your legs a week before the Greenville Training Series.
Race Website: www.geocities.com/crazybikerfromtheaccc/
Race Registration: http://m1e.net/c?44778155-m2yibQu3kMY62%403938960-LyMwpMoc.mqnc

Saturday, February 14
Wolfpack Cycling Classic Road Race in Chatham County, NC (just north of Sanford)
The new and improved course is an 18 mile loop that will be run in a clockwise direction. Terrain will be rolling with several short steep climbs per lap and a slightly uphill finish.

Sunday, February 15
Wolfpack Cycling Classic Criterium in Raleigh, NC
Located on NC State University's Centennial Campus, the course is a fast 1 km D-shaped course with a short uphill, tight chicane, and two left hand turns. This is the same course that has been used the past 7 years
 

Tundra TT Photography I am happy to announce that I will be the unofficial photographer for the Tundra Time Trial on Feb. 14th. I will have photos available for purchase a few days after the event on my photography website at http://sadlebred.smugmug.com. Early 2009 prices will be the same as 2008 prices! 

Page to Represent US at CX Worlds Yeah!! Let's see if he can better his 2007 Silver. Also, Katie Compton is a serious contender for the women's gold. Rachel Lloyd and Georgia Gould also have a chance to podium.

Insomnia Share your cures for insomnia with me at sttarlite@hotmail.com. I've had a bad case of it lately....

Team Terrapin Beer Terrapin Beer team ready for second year

Undergoing a metamorphosis over the winter following its first year, The Terrapin Beer mountain bike team will emerge in March with a stronger team and renewed passion. Two key riders, Maria Carrelli and Wild Bill Lanzilotta, will return to lead the squad while new to the team are Chris Janiszewski, Anna Kelso, Jeremy Edge, David Hall and Shey Linder.

Of the old guard, Carrelli is a two-time Georgia singlespeed state champion while Lanzilotta remains the senior member of the team and returns as the current Georgia State Champion (men's expert 40+).

Janiszewski, a native to the southeast, comes to the team from Gainesville Florida, and is a regular on the National Ultra Endurance (NUE) series while Kelso is making the move from the DCMTB after winning the Terror of Teaberry, finishing second at the Tour de Tykes and third in the Fool's Gold 50 miler. Edge is a local rider who impressed management at 24-hour event last season, and Hall is an established roadie who had collected two road race state championships (North Carolina), four criterium state championships (South Carolina) and two cyclo-cross titles (South Carolina and Georgia). Finally, former SoBe-Cannondale rider Linder is a veteran of the sport who runs the Cycleyouth Development and FFCC Development teams. He consistently finished in the top ten in the National Ultra-Endurance Series.

Former team member Rebecca Tomaszewski, who won the US 24 hour national championship in the duo pro co-ed category and two collegiate national titles, leaves the team for 2009.