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October 2010 

10-1-2010 GBRA Annual Meeting The Georgia Bicycle Racing Association GBRA will have their annual planning meeting Saturday October 16, 2010 in Dahlonega, GA starting at 4:00 PM at the Hiker Hostel. Meeting agenda will include 2011 board elections and planning of the 2011 road and cyclocross racing calendar for Georgia. Event promoters, team/club Representatives, officials, coaches and supporting members of this USAC Local Association are welcome.

Hiker Hostel
7693 Hwy 19 N
Dahlonega, GA, 30533
(770) 312-7342
http://www.HikerHostel.com

Atlanta Cycling Rides From Don Dutson: Welcome to October … this means that Saturday’s Six Flags ride and the in-town, Vinings Loop, both begin at 10:00 until April. Weekday rides begin at 6:00pm until “daylight time ends November 7th. After DST, we’ll ride Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:30.

Atlanta Cycling Sale Atlanta Cycling is having a huge bike sale!  Check it out, and support a Southeastern Cycling advertiser!! Our advertisers make this site possible!

10-2-2010 Sorella Race Team Looking for Members! From Sorella: We encourage any one who is interested in racing next year to apply. It's not about winning, it's about enthusiasm for racing and getting out there! We want as many Sorella representatives at the local and regional races as possible. The application period goes until October 23. All prerequisites and requirements are described in the application. Click here for the application.

Ladies MTB Ride and Coffee Tour

10-6-2010 Sagged Group Ride From My Cycle Coach: Join us Saturday, Oct 9th for our 8am start time for metro Atlanta's ONLY vehicle SAG'd group ride. NEW routes of 38 & 57 miles are ready and FULLY MARKED!!! These routes are very flat and FAST!!!

DATE: Sat, Oct 9th (and every 2nd Sat of each month)
TIME: 8am start time (moving to 9am start on Nov 13th)
PLACE: Addictive Cycles
DISTANCE: 38 & 57 mile options
FACEBOOK: Jackson County Brevet

PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES
Starting at our Nov 13th group ride, we will have 3 categories of prizes:
1. KOM
2. Sprint
3. Perfect Attendance

The KOM/Sprint winners for each month from Nov to March will be placed in a drawing in March. All those who attend every monthly ride from Nov to March will also have their names placed in a drawing for March. Prizes are being secured as we speak. Now, not only do we fully support you while riding, you also have the chance to be rewarded just for joining our ride!!! Robert Wilhite www.mycyclecoach.com

SORBA Woodstock Raffle SORBA Woodstock is going to be giving away another bike made possible through a grant from Specialized and the cooperation of Outspokin' Bikes. We are giving away a Specialized Hard Rock Disc, 13", on October 23rd at noon. The only way to get tickets to win a chance at this bike for teens is to participate in group rides. There are teen group rides on Wednesdays, October 6th, 13th, and 20th, at 6pm at Rope Mill, and on Sundays, October 10th and 17th, at 2pm at Blankets Creek. Teens/tweens who are in high school/middle school who show up and participate in these rides will get a ticket for a chance to win the bike. Then, at the Woodstock Festival on October 23rd, at 10am, teens will get another chance to win a ticket through competitions and games. The bike will be given away to a lucky ticket holder at noon on October 23rd, and the winner must be present to win. This bike give away is geared towards teens/tweens in high school and middle school. There will be other exciting give aways for adults to be announced soon.

We need your help at the Trail Building Party this Saturday, Oct. 9th, from 9am-1pm, to get Rope Mill ready for the official grand opening. Please come out and help us finish this trail for your riding pleasure. More details are available with directions to Rope Mill/Taylor Randahl Memorial Trails on our website. http://www.sorbawoodstock.org.

Please email me if you have any questions or if you would like to volunteer to help at any of our events. Malanda Murchison vent Coordinator SORBA Woodstock
events@sorbawoodstock.org

KenBikeLaw.com Psycho Cross From the DLV: Had a few people ask this past weekend, and the velodrome will once again be running it's 'cross race this year. It will be on halloween weekend again, with the action hitting that fan on Saturday October 30th. We're making some small changes to the circuit, but it will be 98% the same as 2009's course. The big news really is that we will be hosting a 'cross sprint tournament on the Friday before the main race. The sprint tournament is sponsored by Zipp so we'll have a few bits
and pieces from them for prizes. Sprint heats will be 4-up, Le-Man's start, 200m exactly and one single barrier. It will all go down on the infield of the velodrome, and the brackets will be set-up so that everybody will get the chance to sprint at least 3 times. This event will be free for spectators, Saturday's race will have a $5 spectator entry, $10 for families. Folks who race the Friday night sprints will have priority starting on the grid for Saturday's race, and winners will start absolute front row. Categories for sprints will be A/B
Combined, Women and C. We went with 3 categories in the interest of time. Online registration is open.
Here is the info on our website: http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/pages/psychocross.html
Flier is posted here: http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/sites/default/files/10crossflier.pdf
We'd like to thank the sponsors of course:
KenBIKELaw : http://www.kenbikelaw.com
Peachtree Bikes : http://www.peachtreebikes.com
Zipp Spead Weaponry : http://www.zipp.com
Blue Competition Cycles : http://www.rideblue.com
SEW Cycling : http://sewcycling.squarespace.com, Tifosi Optics : http://www.tifosioptics.com

As with all of our events, any proceeds from the event help us to keep the gates open, and keep our kids riding on the track, of which a few of our track kids are now cross racing!!

GA Cup ACS Wed. Night Info. From the GA Cup:  NEW 6:15 START TIMES for ALL RACES!!
https://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=0AmFV7byEN26qdDVwcXRhQXY3dG1BdVJrZTQwOVEyTlE&hl=en&output=html

****Rationale: Because of we are loosing daylight and do NOT want to decrease the duration of the races.
Please note: The A & B race (ProAm, CAT 3 & Masters) will start at 6:15 SHARP.
The C race (CAT 4 & 5) will be staged right behind the A/B race, be given race instructions with the A/B and then will start approx 45 seconds AFTER the A/B race.
The laps are approx 3 minutes. NEW!!!! 1. We will offer the A/B racers a $50 bonus if they can "Lap" the 4/5 race (Top 3 that lap the entire C field will split the $50).
2. We will offer the C racers a $50 bonus if they can "Catch" the leader of the A race (Top 3 that catch the leader of the A race will split the $50)
** If one person accomplishes this alone, the $50 will be yours alone!

SORBA Woodstock Women's Day From SORBA Woodstock SORBA Woodstock and Outspokin' Bikes is hosting a Women's Day event on October 16th at Blankets Creek. This will be a full day of skills clinics and group rides devoted to women of all skills level, so bring your friends, sisters, daughters, and moms. The schedule of events is listed below.

9am-1pm Beginner's Skills Clinic We will spend half the class working on bike set-up, basic mechanics, maintenance and basic repairs. We will then split the class based on skill level to ride the trail that is best for you. Class is open to women of all ages and is designed to accommodate the newest riders. You must have a bike, helmet and basic riding clothing. Space is limited to 20 participants, so please RSVP by sending an email to Gibsonra@juno.com. The class is free, but please consider a $10 trail donation to Blankets Creek Trails. This clinic will be hosted by Marcia and Alan Gibson.

9am-11am Advanced Group Ride This group ride will be led by Lisa Randall on VMT (Van Michael Trail) and South Loop. This ride is intended for advanced level riders who are already familiar and comfortable riding these two trails and is not a skills clinic. If requested by participants, then the group may stop at particular sections of the trails to build and share techniques with each other. Bring plenty of water.

1pm-2pm Lunch provided by SORBA Woodstock for participants in any of the events. The cost to participants in these events is free, but please consider a $10 trail donation.

2pm-4pm Intermediate Group Ride This ride will be led by Marcia Gibson on VMT and South Loop. This ride is intended for intermediate level riders who are able to ride Dwelling comfortably and who are moderately familiar with VMT and South Loop. This is not a skills clinic, but if requested, the group can stop at particular sections of the trails and work together on clearing those sections of the trail.

2pm-4pm Beginner's Bike Maintenance Clinic This clinic will be held by Alan Gibson to include the following topcs: Bike Set Up and Controls, Cleaning and Lubrication, Tire Repair, Brake Set-up and Adjustments, Chain Repair, Basic Shifting Adjustments, and Shock Pressure Adjustments. This class is appropriate for beginners who want to learn more about their bikes to keep them working correctly to avoid long walks out of the woods. We will cover the above mentioned subjects plus any other questions students may have. There will be no riding during this class but each student should bring their bike so individual needs can be met. Due to the demand for this event, participants must pre-register by emailing gibsonra@juno.com. A $10 donation at the clinic would be greatly appreciated, but not necessary to attend. All donations will go to SORBA-Woodstock to support trail construction. Also, bring a lawn chair to make working on your bike more comfortable.

If you have any questions, please email me at events@sorbawoodstock.org.  Come out and join us for this all day event devoted to Women!

-7-2010 Tour De Pink The Young Survivor's Coalition Tour De Pink is coming up next weekend! The only bike ride for breast cancer in Atlanta, YSC Tour de Pink is the fastest growing charity cycling event in the metro area. Take part in routes from 1 to 100 miles, exploring the northern suburbs as we ride to fight breast cancer in young women. Bring your family and experience our community expo, featuring entertainment, food and more! YSC Tour de Pink Atlanta is more than an event with cyclists. It’s a chance to honor survivors, raise local awareness and support important Atlanta programs for young women with breast cancer. Details are here! It's not too late to register!!

Atlanta Bicycle Coalition ITP/OTP Ramble Whether you're inside the perimeter or outside the perimeter, we can all agree on one thing - bikes are great. ABC's ITP/OTP Ramble is all about coming together around the thing we share - riding bicycles. Join us for this new ride to support the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition's work making metro Atlanta a better place to do just that! Sunday, November 7th with staggered start times of 8 am & 9 am, and route options including 22, 47, 62, 75, and 100 miles (read route descriptions). All routes begin and end at Atlantic Station - easily accessible from MARTA. *Limited parking available - we appreciate your help biking, using transit or carpooling to this event. http://www.atlantabike.org/ramble2010

Women's Clinic in NC I found this on Carolina Cycling News: "A three-day women’s camp is being offered October 22 through the 24th in Asheville, North Carolina and is also featuring Allison Powers as well as the 2009 NRC’s most improved, Robin Farina. The camp will include such topics as strategy, training, and riding skills. Don’t worry about fitness level as the purpose of the camp is to show campers how to race their bike."

Eurand CF Cycle for Life November 13, 2010 Peachtree City, GA – Leaves from the Atlanta Trek Parking Lot Registration 8 am, Ride Start 9 am
Join us for our FIRST annual bike tour in Georgia! A memorable ride through some of the most scenic terrains in Georgia, starting and finishing in Peachtree City and traveling through Fayette & Coweta counties. You have a choice of two mileage options; 65 miles or a less challenging 30 mile route. Cycle at your own pace…this is not a race!  Your registration includes training rides, commemorative t-shirt and a one of a kind experience! Raise $750 or more to receive your The Eurand CF Cycle for Life jersey! We require cyclists to raise a minimum of $165 to participate in The Eurand CF Cycle for Life. With the help of volunteers like you, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is able to fund vital research and therapies for those affected by CF.  http://georgia.cff.org/cycleforlife 
 

Tour De Tugaloo From the promoter: "I am part of a committee that organizes a bike ride in Stephens County the first Saturday in November (Nov 6, 2010). We are a relatively small event (200 riders in 2009 and expect 250+ this year) but attract riders from all over GA, NC, SC, FL and beyond. We offer 22, 42 and 62 mi routes through the beautiful NE GA and western SC countryside, with little traffic and scenic river views. Our rider bags are packed with goodies and our signature SAG snack is BROWNIES!! We would love for your riders to join us and explore all Toccoa-Stephens County has to offer, including our annual Harvest Festival Nov 6th and 7th! I've attached a write up on the history of the event, and our website is www.tourdetugaloo.com.  You may register on-line or mail in your registration form."

10-8-2010 Charlotte/NC Happenings From Charlotte Sports Cycling: TREE SHAKER 12 & 6 Hour Mountain Bike Challenge presented by BikeSource
Heartwood Tree Service Saturday, October 9 12 Hour: 9AM to 9PM 6 Hour: 9AM to 3PM  Anne Springs Close Greenway Mountain Bike Trails
Ft Mill, SC ww.charlottemtnbike.com

North Meck Cross Series Tuesdays in November before Turkey Day Nov 2, 9, 16 and 23 North Meck Park

Dates are set for the 2010 Cyclo-Cross Training Series at N Meck Park. The first four Tuesdays in November, 2, 9, 16 and 23. We narrowed down the start times to 6:00PM and 6:40PM with five different categories. Yep, "Under the lights" at North Meck Park. You do NOT need lights on your bike as we will be using the ball field lights at the park to light up the course.  First race: $15, second race $5, series: $45 e will be setting up online registration for all four races. Register online for the four race series and race one event for FREE.
Super sweet Cyclo-Cross trophies will be given to the top three finishers in each category.
http://www.charlottemtnbike.com/CycloXFlyer10.pdf

October 16 and 17 Greenville Spinners CYCLOCROSS Weekend RACING ON A Golf Course!!!! Juniors Race Free
$15 per race ($5 late fee day of race.)  Register online at www.pre-reg.com  Race Contact: Randy Hutchison rhutchis@gmail.com 864.884.7162
When: October 16th and 17th, 2010
Where: 2959 New Easley Hwy
Greenville, SC 29611-7132 How Much?
Register Today Online at www.pre-reg.com
Presented by: Charter High-Speed® Internet
Driving Directions: Formerly Mill Stone Golf Village Academy/ Easley Bridge Rd/ Hwy 123 E. towards
Clemson/Easley, cross White Horse Rd/ Hwy 25, race course is 1.1 miles on left. From Greenville
Important Race Information
All USCF Rules and Regulations apply. Races will be held rain or shine. Mountain bikes allowed, but no bar-ends. Remove before entering course. USDOT, ANSI or other approved helmet required at all times, including warm-up and cool down. USCF license required. One day and annual license applications will be available at registration. Water bottles, banana peels, gel wrappers, etc. shall not be discarded on the course or the parking areas. Littering will result in a DQ. Use the restroom facilities provided--failure to do so will result in a DQ. NO REFUNDS. SPONSORS Greenville Spinners, Horton Law Firm, Greenville Custom Bicycles, Thomson, SYS Communications Juniors Race Free
Course opens at 9 A.M. for practice

A Race = 60 minutes 11:00 (Men & Women P/1/2/3 & Masters)
B Race = 30 minutes 10:00 (Men & Women 4's, Beginners & Juniors)
Prizes 3 Deep Prizes will not exceed $499

SAVE THE DATE!!! SC State Cyclocross Championships Nov. 13

Sunday, November 7th Big Stampede Big Stampede is the biggest bicycle expo and swap to hit the Southeast! Big Stampede features 25,000 square feet of manufacturers, retailers, clubs/teams, and individuals buying, selling, and swapping new and used cycling and triathlon equipment. A place for YOU to sell your old gear, and buy or swap for new gear, plus a whole lot more! WHEN: The expo/swap is from 9AM until 3PM. WHERE: Charlotte Motor Speedway in Charlotte, NC, will host the 2010 Big Stampede Southeast Bike Expo & Swap in the NASCAR Nationwide Garage located in the infield of the Speedway. Admission = $5.00 12 and under = FREE Parking = FREE
The official beneficiary for the Big Stampede is Trips for Kids. www.tripsforkidscharlotte.org

10-9-2010 SE Cycling Magazine Photos  SE Cycling has several photos in a great article on cyclocross in the latest issue of the Southern Bicycle League's magazine Freewheelin. Pick one up at any Atlanta area local bike shop!

Atlanta Streets Alive Atlanta Streets Alive will be happening Oct. 17. http://www.atlantastreetsalive.com/

Go Silver Comet Grandmas! http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/grandmothers-bike-62-mile-661056.html  (Trish's note: None of the "Grandmas" is "old." I have friends both younger and older that have done what they did in one day but good for them.)

Women's Bike Maintenance Clinic-Greenville, SC From the organizer: Free Ladies Bike Maintenance Clinic Hosted by GHS Every Woman Cycling Team & Carolina Triathlon Wed, 10/13, 6:30 p.m.Carolina Triathlon 928 South Main St. Come by for refreshments & learn basic bike maintenance that you can do with your own hands or a simple tool that will help you be safe on the road. Bring your bike ...if you prefer hands on practice with your own bike. RSVP to donnepedala@yahoo.com Walk ins welcome

CSRA MTB Festival From the promoter: The Central Savannah River Area chapter of SORBA is having its annual mountain bike festival on November 6 at the Lake Springs Recreation Area on the shore of Lake Strom Thurmond. It is a family event with trail-riding on the nearby Bartram Trail and at Forks Area Trail System which is about a 20-minute drive from there. There will also be various fun events such as a innertube-popping contest for the kids and bike-bunny-hopping for everyone. A big cookout is also planned. In the past one of the Augusta shops has had demonstrator bikes at the event but I am not sure if they will be there this year. Some will come only for Saturday's events while others will make a long weekend of it. My plan is to set up camp at nearby Petersburg Campground on Friday morning (Nov 5) and ride the Bartram trail for 2-3 hours that afternoon. On Saturday I will do an early morning ride at Bartram followed by a lunch break and an afternoon ride at FATS. Will ride again at FATS on Sundary morning. If you have never ridden two of the premier trail systems in the Southeast, here is your chance. The there-and-back ride on Bartram from the parking area at Petersburg to the dam is very beginner friendly.

Directions To Lake Springs Rec Area From the J. Strom Thurmond Visitors Center, take US 221 across the dam to the Georgia side of the lake continue for 4 miles and turn left onto Lake Springs road, follow the road to the end where the park begins. After entering the park proceed to the Deer Run picnic area.
FATS Located between McCormick and Augusta (1.75 hours from Greenville), The Forks Area Trail System in Sumter National Forest contains six loops and a connector totaling around 35 miles. Toilets and an information kiosk illustrating all the trails are located at the parking area/trailhead The trails are well marked and quite easy to follow and since each loops back to the starting point you’d have to try really hard to become lost. For more information and a map of the trails go to this website; http://www.sctrails.net/trails/ALLTRAILS/MountainBike/FATS.html  PETERSBURG CAMPING:
Petersburg Camp Ground is located on Strom Thurmond Lake just across the border in Georgia and about seven miles from the FATS parking area/trail head (which is back across the dam in South Carolina). Heading out of McCormick toward Augusta on Hwy 28, go about 19 miles and turn right onto Hwy 221 which goes to the Thurmond Lake dam, power house and visitor’ s center. After crossing the dam, the sign to Petersburg Camp Ground will be about three miles on your right. Bath houses with toilets and hot showers, two swimming beaches, fishing pier, hiking/cycling trail, boat ramp and 70,000 acres of water.

10-11-2010 Augusta CX Thanks to the Augusta Cross Coalition for a fun race in Augusta today!

Augusta CX Photos My Augusta CX photos are up at http://sadlebred.smugmug.com.

A Men's Cat. 4 racer is easily seen in Augusta with those socks....

Terrapin Ale Charity Ride From the WBL Email list:

Saturday, October 30, 2010 @ 10:00 AM
Terrapin Brewery 265 Newton Bridge Road Fees: $30 per person before 10/15/10; $35 after and on event day. Family Fun Ride only $10 regardless of group size
Registration Closing Date: Thursday, October 28, 2010 @ 12:00 PM
Brief Description: Fall Classic Century Featuring a Terrapin Beer Tour Benefiting Athens Area Habitat for Humanity This is a metric century ride with two course lengths, 62 miles and 31 miles, as well as a 6 mile family fun ride. All proceeds benefit Athens Area Habitat for Humanity.
Additional Information: Fun Ride: This 6 mile family friendly fun ride is only $10 regardless of group size. Shirts purchased separately. Family Festival: Bring everyone for a FREE family friendly event including children's activities, food, music, and drinks. Registration and packet pickup begins at 8:30 am on 10/30. For riders 21+, registration includes t-shirt, special edition Terrapin pint glass, and Terrapin tour. For participants under 21, registration includes a t-shirt and water bottle.
For additional information contact Athens Area Habitat at 706-208-1001.

Fun Ride: This 6 mile family friendly fun ride is only $10 regardless of group size. Shirts purchased separately. Family Festival: Bring everyone for a FREE family friendly event including children's activities, food, music, and drinks.  Registration and packet pickup begins at 8:30 am on 10/30 For riders 21+, registration includes t-shirt, special edition Terrapin pint glass, and Terrapin tour. For participants under 21, registration includes a t-shirt and water bottle. For additional information contact Athens Area Habitat at 706-208-1001.
http://www.active.com/cycling/athens-ga/fall-classic-century-bike-ride-2010

10-12-2010 Allatoona Work Party From SORBA: We will be doing finish work on the trail this Saturday. We are trying to get this trail open by January 1, and need your help!
9AM - 1PM.
Please bring:
1. water & snacks -- not sure yet if lunch will be provided.
2. gloves
3. closed-toe shoes or boots
4. Tools provided
NOTE: New address, we are no longer meeting at the dog park on Pitner Rd!
Allatoona Creek Park 5690 Old Stilesboro Rd. Acworth GA 30101. There may be a weekday workparty after this one, and the next scheduled workparty will be on November 20.

FATS Trail Closed From SORBA CSRA: Wear hunter orange. FATS will be closed Oct 11-16 and Oct 18-23. These are the first two weeks of rifle season. The17th, which is a Sunday, you can ride BUT it tends to be busy that day. Bow season started last week. Wear hunter orange! Just given everyone the heads up in making plans. Oh did I mention hunting season started, you need to wear hunter orange now.

10-13-2010 Rock Hill Cycling Center It looks like the Rock Hill, SC Cycling Center is a step closer to reality.

Beginner MTB Skills Clinic at: Skills Clinic for beginner/intermediate women mountain bikers (non-Sorellas welcome)
Where: Tribble Mill Park, 2125 Tribble Mill Parkway, Lawrenceville 30045
(Meet in the field by the playground and restrooms – see link for park map or follow signs for GATR festival after entering park) http://www.gwinnettcounty.com/static/departments/parks_rec/pdf/tribble_mill_trail_map.pdf
When: Saturday, October 16th at 9:30 a.m.
Please join Sorellas Linda Demma and Jackie Ledoux for skill drills and riding at Tribble Mill. We’ll go over some drills that help you learn how to position your body weight when descending, cornering, and overcoming obstacles. After about 30 minutes of drills and discussions, we’ll practice what we learned and ride the chain buster race course.
This clinic is for beginner/intermediate mountain bikers. You need to be comfortable with an 8 – 9 mile bike ride, and we will wait for everyone and regroup as needed. Please bring water and snacks for the ride.
Also, the GATR festival will be going on from 9 - 3 and there will be a time trial, lunch, bike rodeos/games, trials demo and raffles. The festival schedule can be found at:
http://www.sorbagatr.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/2010-GATR-Fest-Schedule.pdf

Sorella Women's Ride Time New start time for the ride this week, 6/13 is 5:45 PM. Bring your lights if you have them. Next week will be the last intown ride for this year. We will also leave at 5:45.

Kennesaw Beyond Allatoona Ride From Team ATLRoof.com: Friends of Ksaw/Beyond Allatoona Ride: We're losing daylight and must plan accordingly. Saturday 10/16 will be the last Saturday for 8 am start. 10/23, 10/30 and 11/6 will be 8:30 starts. Saturday 11/13 will be the kick off for winter pace and the ride will begin at 9 am until Spring.
Hope you all can make it from time to time!

10-14-2010 Big Creek Night Rides From RAMBO: This Winter marks the 5th year RAMBO has hosted night riding at Big Creek. With this being the only legal way of riding the trails at Big Creek at night, this is always a very popular group outing. Our first ride will be Wed Nov 10th, and that will be the first of 18 scheduled rides. We usually go out afterwards for food and drinks, possibly using the new Tilted Kilt as our apres biking location this year. Registration is now setup, and available through the Roswell Park & Rec website. Word has it that one of the local bike shops will even provide rental lights for those folks that want to give it a try, but have not decided on which light setup they would like to own. Please check out the link below for all the needed information, and lets see if we can start this years night ride season with 50 riders. http://www.rambo-mtb.org/?page_id=780

GATR Festival From GATR: GATR Festival is less than 4 days away...Saturday, October 16th
* Starting at 7:30 a.m. with setup and free coffee & doughnuts.
* Swap begins at 9:30, so bring out your new/used bike items starting at 8 a.m. for entry
* Sorella Cycling Race team members will be putting on a Women's Skills Clinic and Ride beginning at 9:30 a.m.
* UCI Pro Trials Demo by Dave Campbell at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and a Clinic at 1:30 p.m.
* Are you the fastest? Time Trials start at 11 a.m.
* Run events with the Bike Rodeo...Slow Race, Longest Coast, Paper Boy, Stop on a Dime
Please join us for what is sure to be a fun fall day!
Schedule of events:
http://www.sorbagatr.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/2010-GATR-Fest-Schedule.pdf

Georgia Bike Summit News From Georgia Bikes: If you missed the First Georgia Bike Summit you can still glean the information from the presentations here. Also Ray Lahood recorded a special video just for our summit!

10-15-2010 Hunting in GA and Trails SORBA has a list of what trails in Georgia will be impacted by hunting season this year.

10-19-2010 Dahlonega CX Photos My Dahlonega CX photos are up at http://sadlebred.smugmug.com. It was a gorgeous day at Montaluce!

Brady Rogers (Ion Nutrition) takes in some "adult carbohydrates" during the Men's A race at Dahlonega.

The Single Speed racers run the hill at Dahlonega. It was very steep.

Rome Gran Fondo  From the promoter: After many conversations and questions concerning the price of next weekend's event we have decided to cut the cost of the all the events
accept the VIP Event(100% goes to the foundation). We are contacting all our pre-registered riders to let them know that the morning of the event, we will be refunding them money to match the new prices. Our goal from the beginning has been to put on a great event and for people to enjoy a gran fondo and all that comes along with it. We have listened to the concerns and are adjusting accordingly. The new rates are as follows:
Gran Fondo: $50
Short Fondo: $50
Family Fondo:$50
Sprinter's Clinic with Ivan Dominguez: $50
Package Deals: Sprinter's Clinic and Fondo - $75
Package Deals: Sprinters Clinic, Fondo, and VIP Event: $125
COUPON CODES ARE STILL GOOD WITH THESE PRICES!!!!!
Please let your people know about the changes, and let them know that they can still use the codes that I sent you. We have a lot going into this ride and want to see it packed out and people having a great time. Please have people contact me directly if they have specific questions. -Jared Nichols Event Coordinator info@southeasterngranfondoseries.com 

Coupon code: PRMLLC

Discount Amount: 15% off
Start Date: 10-14-10
Expiration Date: 10-21-10
Categories: Gran Fondo, Short Fondo, and Family Fondo, sprinters clinic with Ivan Dominguez
Can it be combined with other coupon codes? No

You can register here: http://www.southeasterngranfondoseries.com/ I've heard the route is going to be great!

10-20-2010 DLV Work Days  From the DLV:  We're going to be running a short mini work day this coming Saturday. On the menu will be prepping some of the track for the track painting session coming up in November, and prepping the grounds for the KenBIKELaw.com Psycho Cross race coming up on Halloween weekend.
Saturday October 23rd Mini Work Day @ 2pm:
Note: We'll be starting at 2pm and going till 5-ish or whenever we get things done!
Bleach and pressure wash/track paint prep
Hedge Trim side of cross start line(Anyone have a hedge trimmer?)
Move bleachers for cross configuration
Remove dead tree branches etc.
Clean bathrooms
Saturday November 6th Track Painting Party @ 9am: We're going to try to finish all the painting in one day if we can, so we're gonna need all hands on deck for this one. Help us make your velodrome look awesome!

Dauset Trails From Dauset: Folks, as many of you know, we are in the process of constructing a trail to Indian Springs State Park. That trail is NOT COMPLETE!
THAT MEANS THE TRAIL IS NOT OPEN! Even if you tear down the ribbon at the trail entrance IT IS STILL NOT OPEN! The trail crosses private land where DEER HUNTING IS ALLOWED! I had a trail user contact me and tell me there was a deer stand off the trail! THEY HAVE PERMISSION TO BE THERE... YOU DO NOT!
We close our horse trails during deer season. Please do not ride closed trails or we will consider closing the bike trails during deer season as well!
When the trail is complete, there will be no hunting allowed along the route. There will also be a posting here as to when it officially opens.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT RIDE CLOSED TRAILS!!!
I know it's only a handfull of folks using this trail. Don't ruin it for everyone.

Chilli Dawg Rides The Chilli Dawg Rides rides start this Saturday, 23 Oct @ the Big Creek Fire Station in Ellijay. This first ride will have 20 and 28 mile options and of course chili will be served after the ride. Contact Mike Palmeri of Cartecay Bikes in Ellijay if you are interested. You can also ask for Terry or Jim at the shop 706-635-2453.

Savannah CX For Immediate Release Racing in Savannah has returned at the Oglethorpe Speedway Park in Pooler, GA.! The Savannah Wheelmen and TEAM OSP are proud to present the SAVANNAH SUPERPRESTIGE CYCLOCROSS WEEKEND! So, once again racers, clean up that rig and pullout your best duds ‘cause a new slighty altered course is waiting, ready to create those good and bad memories again……………The event begins on Saturday with races starting in the afternoon leading up to the main events under the lights!!! Yep, once again racers will give it a go on a modified version of the main course that still includes the Two Fingers Flyover! Plus, the OSP Pub will be open to provide your adult beverages and make it a real party! So, get ready for nighttime FUN!! And if night racing is not enough, then be there again on Sunday to watch another knock-down drag-out fight! DJ Josh Barrett (DJB) is set to return and spin tunes for your listening pleasure………. and plan to stop by the Belgian Waffle Stand and donate money for a waffle. Best of all, Royal Restrooms has once again provided a shower trailer! That’s right, a restroom/shower trailer so you won’t need to drive home stinky! Finally a BIG thanks to Spooky Bikes, Quality Bike Shop, Bicycle Link, and Bluffton Bike Shop for kicking in swag for the prizelist!!

Make plans to be at Oglethorpe Speedway Park October 23rd & 24th for racing that will have you wanting more! Free camping will be offered to racers as well. And, for those that do not want to camp, The Sleep Inn (912-748-8545 105 San Drive Pooler, GA 31322) is our official race hotel offering discounts to racers, just mention “cyclocross race” to receive your discount. Further information can be found at www.savannahwheelmen.org  or www.georgia-cross.com,  or by calling 912-508-2560. See you there!

Demo Bikes at GA CX From Alpha Bikes and Snyder Cycles: Snyder ‘Alpha II’ Demo Bikes & Neutral Support Want to podium? Jump on a Snyder Alpha II. For the second year, Snyder Cycles and Alpha Bikes are pleased to bring hand-made steel bikes for you to demo and race. New geometry, new technology. Three bikes are available, 52, 55 and 58. Platinum OX frames with SRAM Rival bits. Bring your own pedals. They’ll also have neutral wheels and a repair stand to help keep you rolling. To reserve a demo, email:
Seth@snydercycles.com  or Michael@RideAlphaBikes.com 

Race Across the Sky Thursday, November 4, 2010
Race Across the Sky 2010
Hollywood 24 @ North I-85
3265 NORTHEAST EXPY NE
CHAMBLEE, GA 30341
770-936-8235
8:30 p.m.
$12.50
Other theatre locations available.
Go to www.FathomEvents.com for info.

Leave your bike at home and come out to see Race Across the Sky 2010, a special in-theater Fathom event. Race Across the Sky 2010 features behind-the-scenes stories from the August 14, 2010 mountain bike race in Leadville, Colo., where world-class and amateur athletes tested their strength, faith and endurance as they compete, along with those aspiring ‘Leadmen’ and ‘Leadwomen’ who go beyond this one-day cycling event to conquer merciless running races during their ambitious five-race endeavor.

Race Across the Sky 2010 will include the all new documentary of tales and tears from the cycling and foot races held this summer and will also feature a live discussion with famous blind adventurer Eric Weihenmayer who rode in this year’s Leadville Trail 100 on a tandem; Olympian cyclists Levi Leipheimer and Jeremy Horgan-Kobelsk; Solo World Female Champion Rebecca Rusch; and Mountain Bike Hall of Famer and six-time Leadville Trail 100 (LT100) champion Dave Wiens, among others.
Tickets to both the live and encore events are available at participating theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com. For a complete list of theater locations and prices, visit the web site (theaters and participants may be subject to change).

10-21-2010 Autographed George Hincapie Jersey George Hincapie has donated an autographed USPRO Championship jersey to auction off for the Spin for Kids ride this weekend to benefit Camp Twin Lakes. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the jersey will be donated to Camp Twin Lakes. Auction ends Friday. Thanks!
 

Tribble Mill Work Party From GATR: We really need to get the trails at Tribble Mill finished up this fall. Where: Tribble Mill Park (meet at Playground parkin, first right at stop sign, then left into lot) When: Saturday, November 6th at 9 a.m. Why: Build new trails

GRITS Moonlight Ride Weblink: http://www.silvercomet.org/id7.html
MOONLIGHT TRAIL RIDE
It's time again for another Moonlight Ride and we will be riding on Saturday night October 23, 2010.
Where and when:
Georgia riders will meet at the Cedartown Welcome Center in Cedartown, Ga. at 5:30 pm EDT.
Alabama riders will meet at the Eubank Welcome Center in Piedmont, Al. at 4:30 pm CDT.
Our prognosticator of moon phases has said that this should be a full moon (Hunters Moon) and provide good visibility for night riding. He hasn't come out and predicted perfect weather as yet, but he's working on it.
We would like to begin the ride before dusk so that the ride out is during daylight hours. The meeting place for riders from both Alabama and Georgia will be at Borden Springs. We will have a setup there to serve hot dogs, BBQ, chips, Chili, etc along with both hot and cold drinks.
This a fun ride with no fee for riding although any and all donations are welcome and appreciated.
GRITS will be selling T-Shirts at the event.
All participants must be registered and wear a wrist band in order to receive a meal at the Springs.
All riders must have both a headlight and a tail light and bikes will be inspected at registration.

10-24-2010 DLV Break Some low lifes broke into the DLV's storage room on Friday. Help find the missing items! Notify Jeff Hopkins if you see any of them. http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/content/2010/10/dlv-bike-room-break.html

On Friday 10/22 at around 5:30pm our bike room at the velodrome was broken into. Several things were stolen and damaged during the break-in. Here is the equipment that was stolen:

Fuji Track-SE 650c
This bike is one of our small 43cm 650 wheel bike that is used exclusively for our Bicycle Little League kids program.

Stihl BR340 Back-Pack Leaf Blower
This is our favorite(and only) leaf blower and would love to have it back in order to keep the leaves off the track this fall.

Kazane Steel Track Bike
This bike is black in color and it's unique features include a red colored crankset, white saddle and handlebar tape and gold letters on the top tube reading "Jeff Hopkins".

If you see any of these items or have any relevant information regarding the theft, please contact the East Point Police at (404) 763-8477 or DLV staff, 404 769 0012 or jeff@dicklanevelodrome.com .

10-25-2010 USGP Photos I went to the US Grand Prix of Cyclocross in Louisville, KY this weekend. It was great! The crowds were huge, the fields were huge, and it was so much fun! The course for Worlds in 2013 has a lot of potential. My USGP Photos are up at http://sadlebred.smugmug.coms

Ride Partner Needed for Fundraising Ride Across U.S. (Trish's note: I'm posting this for an Atlanta based friend) Andrew Parks, President of Engineers Without Borders Atlanta (www.ewb-atlanta.org) will be riding a bamboo frame bike from San Diego, CA to Savannah, GA in May 2011 and is seeking a ride partner. Promoted by www.BikeRaising.com, the purpose is to raise the remaining funds needed for EWB’s village water supply construction project in Haiti. Travel expenses will be covered. The ideal candidate would be able to ride 80 to 100 miles per day for 3-4 weeks, have a positive attitude, and be comfortable with media attention. For further details, please contact Andrew at andrewparks2000@yahoo.com .

Bicycle Racks in Dunwoody The Reporter News had an interesting article on bike racks in Dunwoody.

10-26-2010 Halloween MTB Ride From SORBA Woodstock: Come join us this Sunday at Blankets Creek at noon (Halloween) for a costume contest and group ride on Dwelling. Free-Flite will have a bike demo from 9am-2pm. The costume contest and group ride is for adults only, and there will be a $50 gift card to REI awarded to the best male and the best female costume. Participants will ride Dwelling in their costumes, and there will be food after the ride. So, come on out and join us for the costume contest and ride, or just come out and get a good laugh watching us.

10-27-2010 Breaking News! A local cyclist that lives in East Point saw a high school kid on one of the stolen DLV bikes. The police arrested the kid red handed! Now to find the other thieves...(Disclaimer: The kid is innocent until proven guilty, etc., etc.)

This Weekend's CX From GA CX: Just want to send a heads up to everyone just in case you weren't aware. The velodrome is having a CX race on Saturday. Info can be found here: http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/pages/psychocross.html. Come out and support the velodrome. Great fun was had last year.

And of course GA Cross race # 6 at Life University. Concessions (food, coffee, etc) will be available for purchase. Bring the family! Come hang out on Sunday... after your Saturday Halloween party, ring a Cowbell, cheer on the racers, and enjoy the music and (hopefully) nice weather. There is also a Halloween Costume Contest for both the racers
and the spectators! Wear your best costume and win a prize!!

The DLV has been broken into AGAIN. http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/content/2010/10/bike-room-break-part-2.html
As it turns out the thieves weren't quite happy with their haul the first time around, so they've struck again. At around 3pm on Sunday afternoon 10/24 a group of thieves broke into the bike room and stole 3 of our 24" wheel kids bikes and several hand tools, cutters, pliers etc. The bikes look like these: So far it seems as though we have some good leads, but if anyone knows any more information regarding the thefts, please contact the East Point Police at (404) 763-8477 or DLV staff, 404 769 0012 or jeff@dicklanevelodrome.com

The stolen DLV bikes. If you see them, contact the DLV!

Tuesday Trainer Nights are Back! Look over there! It's Miss Lonely Shorts again. Training in her basement, reading her romance novel.  She doesn't know she can come in to Alpha Bikes on Tuesday nights and train with friends.
When: Starting Tuesday November 9 at 6:30 pm.
What: Bring your road or hybrid bike and trainer.
How: We'll spin to training DVDs. Instructors are being lined up.

We'll provide bottled water and lots of encouragement. Need a trainer? We've got a couple we can loan for the evening. We've also got some great new models from Blackburn and CycleOps that are sure to fit your budget and training needs.

Big Creek Closed Nov. 6 RAMBO reports that Big Creek will be closed the morning of Sat., Nov. 6. The Dirty Spokes Xterra Battle at Big Creek trail-running race will be held on Saturday, November 6 so the trails will be closed to bikes that morning until Noon. This annual event is a significant fundraiser for RAMBO; we appreciate your understanding and support!

Sope Creek Work Parties From Charles Myrick: If you want to help with the new trails at Sope Creek but cannot make Saturday work parties, I have a great opportunity for you. Every Friday, the National Park Service is doing trail work at Sope Creek. Start time is 9am and end time is whenever you need to leave. Meet at the Paper Mill Rd / Sope Creek car park. If you want to help on Fridays, call Dave Thomas, Volunteer In Parks (VIP) Coordinator at 7.318.9387 to confirm that they are working on a particular Friday.

I am doing trail work during the week as well, but in the evenings. If you want to help with that, let me know a day in advance so I can be sure to have the tools needed. Send me an email (charles at atlantaoutfitters dot com) with your phone number so we can coordinate meeting location. Or call me at 6.361.2520. Details and updates on the project can be found at www.sopecreektrails.com  Directions to the Paper Mill Rd / Sope Creek car park can be found on the site above and at http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/sopecreek.htm

10-28-2010 GA CX Venue Change The Cloudland Canyon race on Nov. 14 has been changed to Camp Jordan in East, TN. Yes, we know it's in TN, but the venue did not work out. Plus, it's at Exit 1, just a few miles across the state line. It's promised to be a fun course!

Casting Call I found this on a local forum: http://jasonmaris.com/blog/?p=331  Info posted on the website
May name is Tony Emmons writing on behalf of Jason Maris Photography / Method 3. We are a commercial photography studio here in Atlanta. I'm writing because we are trying to cast for an upcoming ad campaign for a national food product (not processed, all natural and generic - this is more for agri-business than any brand name). I'm not allowed to mention which one as we've had prior applicants calling them, which is not good!

Anyway, we need some women between the age of 20-20 who are REAL cyclists (among other fitness types). They need to be in shape and the also need to know what it means to have been in a race. The principal photographer, Jason, was chosen for this campaign for his work's gritty realism. As such, he wants the real thing, the models who have applied thus far are just not getting it. Any models chosen will be monetarily compensated. This is not a joke, or scam, please visit Jason's website at http://jasonmaris.com and the blog at http://jasonmaris.com/blog/?p=331with the particulars. All who fit the description are welcome to audition! Regards, Tony Emmons Jason Maris Photography / Method 3 LLC
O: 404-378-9795 C: 404-402-6567 (Trish's note: I think I know who the photographer is. If it is who I think it is, he is pretty well known for his photography and has a lot of experiethe nce photographing cycling.)

Airport Ride The esteemed Airport Ride will start on Sunday, Nov. 7 at 10:00 am at the Trinity Lofts on Peachtree St. This is a serious training ride for racers and very experienced cyclists. Expect a pace of 25+ mph. There are no sag stops, no maps, and you will be dropped! Map.

Winter Pizza Ride From Mark Linenberg: The first Winter Pizza ride will start on Thursday November 11 @ 6:00 PM. We will meet at the same location we currently meet for the Thursday Pizza ride. Use your discretion about the very cold/windy/wet days. The ride is a winter pace (i.e. moderate) to and from Stone Mountain Park. While in the park, we will do 2 small counterclockwise loops (9.6 miles in the park). The pace has been historically (and should remain) between 22 mph and 23.5 mph in the Park- mainly a steady rotating paceline (you don't have to be in the paceline, if you don't want to be). If you want to attack, drop the group, etc., this ride is not for you. Should you want to sprint on the final lap- no attacking the paceline until the base of auto museum hill (last hill of the final loop). Stone Mountain Park Police will not let you ride in the Park after dusk- unless you have some type of front and rear light! Winter Pizza ends March 10, 2011.

Other Rides-
Tucker- goes to 10:00AM November 13. Tucker ride resumes at 9:00AM April 2, 2011 (per the much wiser and elder tribal leaders)
Airport Ride- starts 10:00 AM Sunday, November 7 - meet at Trinity Loft area off of Peachtree

Disclaimer: Cycling is a dangerous sport. These rides are sponsored by no one and affiliated with no organization, group, business, club, team, individual, or any other entity. Mark Linenberg and anyone else are not responsible if you get lost or hurt while riding your bike. You ride at your own risk and assume all responsibility for yourself and your equipment.

Solicitations Southeastern Cycling regrets that we cannot post solicitations for donations for individuals riding/competing in charity cycling events. We wish everyone the best in their fundraising efforts.
 

10-29-2010 Rome Winter Series From Bob Kuhn: The Rome Winter Cyclocross Series registration will go live November 10th on BikeReg.com.  There will be a large discount for buying the 3 race pass. Individual races may be registered for at a higher cost and race day registration will be $5 more. The last race (Jan 23rd) is the state championship
race. Trey and I are working hard to make this a great experience at a good bargain. Both of us are and have been supporters/promoters/ participants in the GA Cross series and we hope that all of you will come out to the winter series. For more information go to www.romewintercross.wordpress.com you  or see one of us at the remaining GA
Cross races. I will have fliers this weekend as well. Questions? email me at bobkuhn3@netzero.com

Trish's Note: I'm the official photographer for the series and am going ot be at all the races.

NRC Schedule USA Cycling has released the 2011 NRC Calendar. A total of 29 events are listed. The southeastern events are:
Apr. 9 Sunny King Criterium U. Z. Z. Z. and in the in and you have no Crit Anniston, AL
Apr. 30 May 8 USA CRITS Speed Week Omnium GA, SC
Aug. 6 Presbyterian Hospital Invitational Criterium Crit Charlotte, NC
Sept. 2 5 Labor Day Omnium Omnium GA, SC

10-30-2010 Cyclists Needed for Study Volunteers needed for motor control research using cycling at Georgia Tech.

This study uses cycling to study how the nervous system controls the legs in people with and without an amputation. Knowledge gained from this study will be used to better understand the fundamental changes underlying differences between those with and without amputation. This feeds right back into developing better prostheses and rehabilitation methods.

We are currently recruiting volunteers with intact limbs i.e. able-bodied or people without an amputation. The study will take about 3-4 hours total. In that time, you’ll pedal a stationary bicycle for about 30 minutes at power outputs around 150 watts and cadences between 60 – 120 rpm.

The intact cyclists we’re recruiting are being matched to an amputee volunteer. Therefore, we are looking for volunteers that have certain characteristics. If you are interested and fit into the characteristics below, please contact Lee Childers at lee@gatech.edu for more information. Please include your contact information as well as age, height, weight, cycling experience, and shoe size.

Intact subject characteristics
#1 – A male, well trained, competitive triathlete that cycles at least 6 hrs/wk and runs or swims at least 15 hrs/wk. Height between 5’10” and 6’2”, weight between 150-175 lbs, and age between 20 – 44.
#2– A male, competitive triathlete that cycles at least 8 hrs/wk and runs or swims at least 15 hrs/wk. Height between 6’2” and 6’8”, weight between 190-250 lbs, and age between 30 - 44
#3 – A male, recreational cyclist that cycles at least 6 hrs/wk. Height between 5’8” and 6’0”, weight between 165-210 lbs, and age between 35 - 44.
#4 – A male, competitive cat 2 or greater level cyclist that cycles at least 20 hr/wk. Height between 5’10” and 6’2”, weight between 155-175 lbs, and age between 25 - 35.

10-31-2010 Race Across the Sky Race Across the Sky 2010 - Nov. 4, 2010 Hollywood 24 @ North I-85, 3265 Northeast Expy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341
Leave your bike at home and come out to see RACE ACROSS THE SKY 2010, a special in-theater Fathom event. RACE ACROSS THE SKY 2010 features behind-the-scenes stories from the August 14, 2010 mountain bike race in Leadville, Colo., where world-class and amateur athletes tested their strength, faith and endurance as they compete, along with those aspiring ‘Leadmen’ and ‘Leadwomen’ who go beyond this one-day cycling event to conquer merciless running races during their ambitious five-race endeavor. Tickets cost $12.50, and are available to both the live and encore events at participating theater box offices and online at http://www.FathomEvents.com.  For a complete list of theater locations and prices, visit the web site (theaters and participants may be subject to change). For more information, visit our website http://www.fathomevents.com/sports/series/raceacrossthesky2010.aspx?utm_source=R,  or call 770-936-8235.

Psychocross Pumpkin says Happy Halloween!

Psychocross Thanks to Jeff Hopkins and the volunteers at the Dick Lane Velodrome for a fun race on Saturday! The course was fast and fun. My photos will be up probably on Monday night.

Joshina Frank (Ummm...Sorella Cycling??) in the Men's (??) B at Psychcross.

Martinis and IMAX From the SBL: Martinis & IMAX® - Nov. 12, 2010 Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 767 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Cocktails 6:30 p.m.; Movie 8:00 p.m. $7 to enter museum for cocktails, or $10 for cocktails and the movie. Cocktail hour is a cash bar and food is extra. Movie is GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE. Thanks to BRAG headquarters for organizing another fun night out for the cycling community. With special pricing from Fernbank, come out and mingle with members of Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG), Southern Bicycle League (SBL), PATH Foundation, Metro Atlanta Cycling Club (MACC), Atlanta Bicycle Coalition (ABC), plus many others. For more information, visit our website http://www.fernbankmuseum.org, or email BRAG headquarters, or call (770) 498-5153.