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February 2011

2-1-2011 USA Crits USA CRITS Championship Series Announces the 2011 Schedule
Athens, GA - January 26, 2011 – The 2011 USA CRITS Championship Series will race through America’s main streets starting in Athens, GA April 30 and ending on America’s Main Street, Pennsylvania Avenue, in Washington, D.C. October 2. Celebrating its fifth season, the ten-race series will have teams racing through nine states and the Nation’s Capital to determine the best criterium racers in America.
 

Schedule of Events

The Series features the return of eight races from the 2010 season plus the addition of two new events – the Tour de Grove in St. Louis, MO and the Evanston Grand Prix in Evanston, IL. The number of women’s races on the Series will increase from five events in 2010 to eight events this season. Additionally, seven of the ten events are also featured criteriums on the National Racing Calendar and the UCI Criterium Calendar. Once again, the Series begins at one of the most insane criteriums in the country, the 32nd Annual Terrapin Twilight Criterium. No other event defines American criterium racing quite like the Twilight with 30,000 spectators lining the .55 mile course in the heart of downtown Athens, GA. A 5k run, amateur cycling races, a participation ride, and one of the largest kid's criteriums cap off a full weekend of events in the Classic City. New to the Series this year, The Tour de Grove is the highest paying single-day race in Missouri and takes place in one of the fastest growing communities in the state - The Grove. The Tour de Grove features a free full day of family events including competitive races for all levels, a 5k run, a US Handcycling race, children's events, street sprints and a Grove Expo. The event also features criterium racing on Friday and Sunday.

The Giro d' Grafton, stage 3 of the Tour of America's Dairyland presented by Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, features six fast turns across its .85 mile spectator-lined course. Racers will get smacked with the massive roar and frenzy of 15,000 screaming, barricade-pounding fans as they hit the long, flat finishing stretch for a wild final sprint. The popular Mascot Race precedes the Men's Pro Race in Downtown Grafton, which transforms into a massive street festival for the day. Cincinnati’s Hyde Park Blast is part of an entire weekend of racing in Ohio. Seven races will be run in the evening on Hyde Park Square in front of 10,000 screaming fans, with the Men's Pro/1/2 event finishing under the lights. Since its inception in 2001, more than $200,000 has been raised and donated to various charities. One of the founding events of the USA CRITS Championship Series, the Iron Hill Twilight Criterium has become one of the most popular cycling events in the Northeast, growing in size and importance year after year. The day-long festival features possibly the largest kids criterium in America with 500 kids participating in 2010. The event culminates with the Women's and Men's Pro criteriums in front of 10,000 fans.

Started in 1987 as a grassroots effort to create a premier cycling event that would attract more participants to the sport, the Boise Twilight Criterium provides an enjoyable family-oriented event for the community, while also attracting the best in the sport. The electric atmosphere and fast-paced, high-stakes drama draws more than 20,000 spectators to downtown Boise each year. Boasting one of the largest prize purses in the country for a one-day event and 40,000+ spectators, it's no wonder that the Presbyterian Invitational Criterium is a favorite among the best criterium riders. This event benefits the Brain Tumor Fund of the Carolinas (BFTC) and has raised more than $4 million dollars for The BTFC since the race's inception in 2006. The Evanston Grand Prix is new to the Series in 2011, but it is a well-established event in this vibrant Chicago suburb - featuring a full schedule of pro and amateur racing, kid’s events, an Expo Area, and family-friendly entertainment. Almost 20,000 fans gather in outdoor cafes around Evanston’s downtown to watch cyclists from all over the country and overseas navigate a tight, technical, and exciting course in their quest for $25,000 in prizes. Now in its 28th year, the Chris Thater Memorial was founded in 1983 by Jim May in honor of his friend Chris Thater, a cyclist, who was killed after being hit by a drunk driver. The Chris Thater Memorial also includes a national class 5K run and music festival that benefits Broome County's Stop-DWI's mission to improve highway safety through the prevention of drunk driving.  The Series will end Sunday, October 2 at the Capital Criterium presented by the Washington Convention and Sports Authority, which races down the world-renown Presidential inauguration route framed by the U.S. Capitol Building. The CapCrit p/b WCSA provides a fitting finale on a world-class stage to crown the best criterium racers in America.

The Series features a simple points system that is constant throughout all races, with points being awarded to all starters and to finishers based on finish placing in the men’s and women’s races. Additionally, a point is scored for each lap a rider leads throughout the year, with additional multi-place points for mid-race sprints.
Series Leaders' Jerseys by Champion System will be awarded at each race and include:
The Champion System Overall Leader's Jersey presented by Maxxis Tires, worn by the rider with the greatest amount of points
The Sportsbase Online Lap Leader's Jersey presented by VeloNews, worn by the rider who has led the most amount of laps in the Series
The Best Young Rider Jersey presented by bicyclemonkey.com, worn by the highest placed U-25 rider in the overall
The Most Aggressive Rider Jersey presented by Cyclingnews.com, awarded by the fans at each event and in the overall
After 900 laps, 4500 corners, and an accumulated 60,000 miles of pedaling by the peloton, the 2011 Series will decide the best criterium rider in the US.

2-2-2011 Dauset Work Party From SORBA OMBA:

OMBA will be hosting a trail work day at Dauset on Sunday 2/27/11. We will be repairing and re-routing sections of the Brownlee trail and we will need lots of help. We all enjoy riding Dauset while they do almost all of the trail maintenance themselves. Please consider joining us to help out Dauset in re-opening Brownlee. We will ride Sat. afternoon, camp Sat. night, and start work at 9 AM Sunday morning. More information to follow. Please post up here or PM me if you think you can attend.

Jack Rabbit Trails Grand Opening

2-3-2011 Heritage Park Trails Closed FROM SORBA Athens Heritage Park Trails will be closed Saturday Feb 5th and Saturday Feb 12th for scheduled events. Please plan your rides accordingly...After the foot race this Saturday the trail will reopen, not sure about the time.

2-4-2011 SB&T Albany Race Weekend The 2011 SB&T Bank Bike Race Weekend is back as a part of the Albany Mardi Gras celebration. This year more categories are being offered and a new, shorter criterium course will take you closer to the crowds of the Mardi Gras Festival. The Criterium and Road Race will also be points-earning events for the new Georgia Championship Series. Two events make up the weekend with $8,500 in prize money. Events feature race support, wheel trucks, neutral mechanics, race announcing, and secured courses. All entrants receive an event T, free tickets to Mardi Gras, and other goodie bag items provided by Albany.

Don’t miss this event that enjoys full community support and a festive atmosphere. Let the Good Times Roll!!

DLV Schedule 2011 Pro Race Series Schedule
The 2011 version of our Pro Race Series will continue in much the same format as it was in 2010, and here's hoping we can increase the crowd size and noise!
http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/pages/proraceseries.html

Friday May 13th - Need for Speed Sprints Saturday May 14th - WayPoint Systems presents 'The Keirin'
Friday July 8th - Need for Speed Sprints Saturday July 9th - Outback Bikes presents 'The Omnium'
 Friday September 9th - Need for Speed Sprints Saturday September 10th - KenBIKELaw.com presents 'The Madison'
Regional Championships Regional Championships will be on once again: Saturday August 13th http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/pages/regionalchampionships.html
Junior Track Classic We've moved the date for this years Junior Track Classic to be held before Junior Track Nationals which will be going on from July 7-10 in Frisco, Texas. It will be held on Saturday June 11th. http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/pages/juniorclassic.html
Working Man's Madison We'll be running the Working Man's Madison's again this year. The dates for the two events are: Tuesday May 31st & Wednesday June 1st
Tuesday August 30th & Wednesday August 31st A couple of the major changes for the madisons are: - D riders will race both nights - All non-madison categories will race completely individually
- Non-madison categories will do a 1 Lap individual TT instead of the team sprint style that we did in 2010 More info here: http://www.dicklanevelodrome.com/pages/workingmansmadison.html

2-5-2012 Georgia Ride to the Capitol From Georgia Bikes: Mark your calendar & save the date: Tuesday, March 22, 2011. The 6th annual "Georgia Rides to the Capitol" event is coming!
The "Ride to the Capitol" is a fun, relaxing way to show elected leaders that bicycling matters for Georgia. This year, we're pushing for two important pieces of legislation that will improve bicycle safety in Georgia. One, a "Three Foot Safe Passing" bill, will clearly relay to motorists the need for adequate room when passing a cyclist. The second bill, already introduced as HB 101, will clean up a host of Georgia's antiquated bicycle codes for improved safety. By participating in the "Ride to the Capitol," you can meet fellow cyclists from around the state and proudly display your support for these advocacy efforts. A large turnout will demonstrate to Georgia's lawmakers that its citizens care about bicycling and that investments in bicycling improvements are good for our health, our economy, and our environment. We hope you will join us for "Georgia Rides to the Capitol," and please pass this announcement along to your cycling friends and family! To learn more and to register, please visit http://GeorgiaRidesToTheCapitol.org.

WBL Hard Labor Classic! What:: The Litespeed Bikes-BMW Hard Labor Classic (www.winterbikekeague.com)
When: Saturday (5 February)
Where: Sunshine Cycles in Downtown Athens
Time: 10 a.m. (window open)
Interactive map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=4264679
Directions: Print
Length: 90 miles (83 w/out optional Pink Church Loop) / 4.5 hours (4 hours w/out Pink Church Loop)
Exit Route: Milledge > South Milledge > Watkinsville > Bishop > Bostwick
Store Stop: (Gratis: Mile 48)
Pee Break: approx. 1 hour in (Mile 22)
Points / Prizes: 3 points for signing in (1st: $100 cash! + da berry big box + 10 pts/ 2nd: 8 pts. / 3rd: 6 pts. / 4th: 4 pts. / 5th: 2 pts.
-Ladies Finish: 1st: 5 pts. / 2nd: 3 pts / 3rd: 1 pt.
-Non Pro 1, 2 Finish: 1st: 5 pts / 2nd: 3 pts. / 3rd: 1 pt
Intermediate Sprints:

* Bishop / Ladies only (Mile 12): 1st: $25 plus 3 pts. / 2nd: 2 pts. 3rd: 1 pt
* Bear Creek Reservoir Sprint (Mile 64-same as Ladies Day sprint) / Non-Pro, 1, 2 only - look for WBL line in road 800 meters after bridge over dam. 1st: $25 plus 3 pts. / 2nd: 2 pts. 3rd: 1 pt
* Pink Church Line (Mile 75-first time across-inside Final Attack Zone) / Pros eligible! - 1 mile uphill sprint. Cross the line and keep going for final sprint. 1st:$25 plus 3 pts / 2nd: 2 pts. / 3rd: 1 pt

Final Attack Zone - the Pink Church Circuit Loop (8 miles / Opens at Mile 75): Pros eligible! Final Attack Zone opens at right hand turn at Alligator Pond. Ride up hill 1 mile to the Pink Church line, sprint across line the first time for cash and points (see above) and keep going. Take the next 4 right hand turns and come around and sprint at Pink Church again for the win.
Final Sprint Line: Pink Church Line (2nd time across)

GIHP Work Party From SORBA: We will be working on the 2nd section of the New Beginner Trail, trying to get it done for the Chain Buster Race in March.
We will meet in the parking lot & begin at 9AM, bring a snack & water will work till 1PM, or later for those who want to stay. Lets have a Good crowd! "Many Hands Make Work Light" We have posted some flyers at C-Town Bikes in Conyers & also some at the Horse Park to try and get some good help!!

Charleston Park Work Party From RAMBO: RAMBO has received official notice from Forsyth County Parks and Rec that we can restart the Charleston Park Project so RAMBO's first Charleston Park work party in two years will be held 9 AM-1 PM, Saturday Feb 19th. We need all available hands to help us rediscover this lost 6 miles of beautiful single track on Lake Lanier and make a 2011 trail opening a probability. A map of the trail can be found on RAMBO's Facebook Page (go and "Like" us!) or on this page at www.rambo-mtb.org.  
The Park address is 5850 Charleston Park Rd, Cumming, GA. This street is on Hwy 369, approximately 1.25 miles east of Hwy 306 and .5 mile west of Brown's Bridge (there's a small sign). We'll meet in the parking lot. Please bring: 1) water & snacks 2) gloves 3) closed-toe shoes or boots As always, tools and lunch provided.

2-8-2011 Events Not Covered Just a quick reminder that Southeastern Cycling covers all types of bike racing in the Southeast from all road racing to mountain biking to cyclocross. We do not cover in-line skating, running, triathlons, or adventure racing. We regret that we cannot post those types of events, but we must maintain our focus on our core cycling coverage.

Carla Swart Memorial A memorial for Carla Swart will be held at the Banner Elk Presbyterian Church in Banner Elk, NC on February 11 at 1:00 pm.

Assault on the Carolinas The Pisgah Forest Rotary Club presents the 12th Annual Assault on the Carolinas (AOTC) Bike Ride, a great early season training/recreational ride. This year's event will be held on Saturday, April 9 at 9 a.m. and as in past years, the AOTC will feature three rides, 100k, 60k and 40k. New this year: all rides will begin and end in downtown Brevard, NC on E. Main. You can register on line at www.active.com/cycling/brevard-nc/12th-annual-assault-on-the-carolinas-2011. Each ride offers spectacular scenery, traffic support, well stocked rest stops, and a fantastic lunch after the event. The 100k which is our signature ride provides breathtaking scenery, thrilling descents, and a challenging 6.1 mile climb up and over Caesar's Head. This ride provides some of the best cycling that the NC/SC mountains have to offer. Check out our Website: www.assaultonthecarolinas.com

2-10-2011 Motorist Charged The motorist that allegedly killed an Augusta surgeon was charged with reckless homicide this week. The SC Solicitor explains the charges as reported by the Augusta Chronicle.

2-11-2011 Atlanta Cycling Rewards! Introducing: Atlanta Cycling Rewards! A program to reward frequent customers for their loyalty. With $30 annual dues, members will receive discounts with almost every purchase, in addition to several other benefits and specials that come with the membership. Read on for more information and to learn how to join.
As a member of Atlanta Cycling Rewards Club, you will receive in-store and online discounts, member's only specials, weekly e-newsletters, and monthly prize giveaways. The membership pays for itself and if you don't believe us, we'll give you your money back! Here is a complete list of Rewards Club benefits:

* 10% off clothing and accessories - in store and online
* 15% off Atlanta Cycling logo clothing and accessories - in store and online
* Discounted coaching services with Athletic Training Services, Atlanta Tri Club, and Get Fit Atlanta
* 15% off Atlanta Cycling cycling seminars.
* $100 monthly gift card giveaway to club members only
* FREE online shipping
* Weekly e-newsletter with weekly specials and product news
* FREE access to downloadable GPS Ride files

WBL What: The Team Type 1 Great Hudson River Gallop
When: Saturday (12 February) Cool
Where: Sunshine Cycles in Downtown Athens
Time: 10 a.m. (window open)
Interactive map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=4275821
Directions: coming
Length: 80 miles / 4 hours
Exit Route: Prince > Acess Road > J River
Store Stop: (Danielsville: Mile 50)
Pee Break: approx. 1 hour in (Mile 20)
Points / Prizes: 3 points for signing in (1st: $100 cash! + da berry big box + 10 pts/ 2nd: 8 pts. / 3rd: 6 pts. / 4th: 4 pts. / 5th: 2 pts.
-Ladies Finish: 1st: 5 pts. / 2nd: 3 pts / 3rd: 1 pt.
-Non Pro 1, 2 Finish: 1st: 5 pts / 2nd: 3 pts. / 3rd: 1 pt
Intermediate Sprints:

* Banks County / Non Pro only (Mile 27): 1st: $25 plus 3 pts. / 2nd: 2 pts. 3rd: 1 pt
* *CHANGE: KENNY ROGERS HILL JAM (2.5 miles Inside Final Attack Zone--at top of Big Hill 100 metrs from first right hand urn - line in road - next to yellow sign) / Pros eligible: 1st: $25 plus 3 pts. / 2pts / 1 pt.

Final Attack Zone (9 miles / Opens at Mile 60): Pros eligible! Ride straight on Colbert-Smithonia for 3 miles (Oglethorpe County Intermediate Sprint 2.5 miles in at top of hill by Kenny Rogers' pad), turn riht on Crawford Smithonia Road and ge less tha 1 mile (Passing old UGA retsored brick barns on right) and turn right on Beaverdam Road, go 3 miles and turn right on Smithonia, go down hill and up Mur de Winterville and turn right on Billy Melton Road. Go 1.5 miles to final sprint (WBL line in road--same final sprint as used previously).
Final Sprint Line: Billy Melton Road (WBL line in road)

GA Legislative Update From Georgia Bikes: "Great news on the legislative front! The two bills supported by Georgia Bikes! have been introduced in the legislature: 1) HB 180, the "Three Foot Safe Passing" bill is currently in a status of "House First Readers." To keep up with the latest status & version of this bill, visit http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/display.aspx?Legislation=32438  We're also very excited to announce that when HB 180 passes, the resulting legislation will be called the "Tony Serrano Act," in honor of the triathlete who was struck and killed by a passing motorist in 2004. Our sincerest thank to the Serrano family for their willingness to associate this important legislation with Tony's name and memory. 2) Our second bill, HB 101, aka the "Better Bicycling Bill," is at a status of "House Second Readers." To keep up with the latest status & version of HB 101, visit: http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/display.aspx?Legislation=32251 I am in close contact with our lobbyist at the state capitol. Stay tuned for white papers on these bills and action alerts for how you & your club/organization members can make sure these bills become reality! All best & safe riding, www.georgiabikes.org 

Shorter University Cycling Team Shorter University has announced that a cycling team has been added to their club sports roster.

Women's Winter Cycling Seminar (Greenville, SC) The Bi-Lo Women's Cycling team will have their annual Women's Winter Cycling Seminar at The Great Escape on Laurens Rd. in Greenville, SC on Feb. 22.

IMBA Trail Care Crew From SORBA: IMBA is coming to Georgia! Steve and Morgan Lommele of the Subaru/IMBA Trail Care Crew will be in Winder, GA (near Atlanta) Feb. 18-20 and you're invited.  The visit, hosted by Ft. Yargo State Park and the Yargo Area Biking Association (YABA), features IMBA's Better Living Through Trails presentation on Friday evening, IMBA's Trail Building School on Saturday and a social MTB ride on Sunday. This is your opportunity to rub shoulders with the IMBA crew while learning about sustainable trail building and the community benefits of mountain biking.  Details and registration are here.

2-14-2011 Realcyclist.com Team Presentation I went to the Realcyclist.com team presentation at Montaluce in Dahlonega, GA on Friday night. Bruce Dickman (everyone's favorite race announcer) MCed an evening with this new pro team. Realcyclist.com spent last week at the Hiker Hostel for team training camp. It's great to have a second pro team based in Georgia (Team Type 1 is based out of Atlanta). We will have a lot of local riders to cheer for in the peloton this year.

The photos are up at http://sadlebred.smugmug.com.

The Realcyclist.com team jersey.

Atlanta resident Cesar Grajales and Francesco Mancebo (Top 4 in the Tour De France a few years ago) look on at the team presentation.

Augusta Chronicle Editorial The August Chronicle ran an scathing editorial this weekend about the death of Dr. Burke. (Trish's note: It's a very interesting read.)

2-15-2011 SB&T Albany Race Weekend The 2011 SB&T Bank Bike Race Weekend is back as a part of the Albany Mardi Gras celebration. This year more categories are being offered and a new, shorter criterium course will take you closer to the crowds of the Mardi Gras Festival. The Criterium and Road Race will also be points-earning events for the new Georgia Championship Series. Two events make up the weekend with $8,500 in prize money. Events feature race support, wheel trucks, neutral mechanics, race announcing, and secured courses. All entrants receive an event T, free tickets to Mardi Gras, and other goodie bag items provided by Albany.

Tundra TT! Everyone's favorite TT is this Saturday! Can you conquer the Tundra Time Trial? http://www.surgesports.com/

Charleston Park Work Party From RAMBO: lease come on out and help RAMBO and Forsyth County Parks rediscover Charleston Park this Saturday Feb 19th from 9 to 1 pm. Please bring rakes and blowers as we would like to reclear off the whole trail and define what needs to be done to get it open in 2011. Charleston Park is up 400 to Exit 17. Take a right at the end of the ramp. Take a right on Browns Bridge. About 1 mile down you'll see a brown County park sign for Charleston Park. After the sign take a right onto Charleston Park Rd. We'll gather by the restrooms. Please park on the left away from the boat launch.

2-16-2011 Final 2011 WBL! What: The www.athenschirohealth.com Maysville The Old Way Fantastic Finale:
Top 5 Overall who are present win boxes and bags: $100 for Overall Win plus da Big Box! Big Bag for Top Lady Finisher (Bag Lady?), all boxes and bags filled with gold bullion, silver dollars, pearls, and one chicken claw for good luck.Don't miss this historic event!
When: Saturday (19 February)
Where: Sunshine Cycles in Downtown Athens
Time: 10 a.m. (window open)
Interactive map: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=4291702
Directions: coming
Length: 70 miles / 3.5 hours
Exit Route: Prince Avenue > Access Road > Cane Creek > J River
Store Stop: (Homer / Mile 36)
Pee Break: approx. 1 hour in (Mile 23)
Points / Prizes: 3 points for signing in (1st: $100 cash! + da berry big box + 10 pts/ 2nd: 8 pts. / 3rd: 6 pts. / 4th: 4 pts. / 5th: 2 pts.
-Ladies Finish: 1st: 5 pts. / 2nd: 3 pts / 3rd: 1 pt.
-Non Pro 1, 2 Finish: 1st: 5 pts / 2nd: 3 pts. / 3rd: 1 pt
Intermediate Sprints: sponsored by: www.athenschirohealth.com 

* Maysville City Limit (Non Pro, 1, 2): 1 kilo sprint zone / Mile 28: $50 massage compliments of www.athenschirohealth.com (Points: 3-2-1)
* Seagraves Hill Jam (Pro Sprint / 4 Miles Inside Final Attack Zone): $50 massage compliments of www.athenschirohealth.com (Points: 3-2-1)
* First Lady Finisher: $50 massage compliments of www.athenschirohealth.com plus points!
Final Attack Zone: 7 miles / Opens at Mile 57): Pros eligible! Pack will turn onto Seagraves Mill Road and Attack Zone will open. Go 4 miles to stop sign. (Intermediate Sprint at top of hill 400 meters before stop sign / WBL line in road / beside sign.) Take right on Nowhere Road and go 3 miles to finish line (Jackson County / WBL line in road).
Final Sprint Line: Nowhere Road / Jackson County sign (WBL line in road)

Georgia 3 Foot Bill From Georgia Bikes:  Dear Georgia Bicycling Supporter, Now is the time to act for better bicycling conditions in Georgia! Thanks to the efforts of Georgia Bikes!, the state House of Representatives is poised to pass two important bills that will significantly improve bicycling in our state. HB 101, also known as the "Better Bicycling" bill, cleans up and modernizes a long list of outdated codes related to bicycling. For details, see our HB 101 white paper. HB 180, the "Three Foot Safe Passing" bill, defines three feet as the minimum safe distance a motorist must use when overtaking a cyclist. When passed, this legislation will be called the "Tony Serrano Act," in honor of the triathlete who was tragically killed by a passing vehicle in 2004.
You can easily demonstrate your support for better bicycling conditions in Georgia in three ways:
1) Voice your support for HB 101, the "Better Bicycling" bill, at http://www.capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=27880501.
2) Then, urge your representative to support HB 180, the "Three Foot Safe Passing" bill, at http://www.capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=27856516&type=ST.
3) Register for and donate to the upcoming Georgia Rides to the Capitol Event: GeorgiaRidesToTheCapitol.org. You'll be joining over a thousand cyclists in showing our lawmakers the widespread support for better bicycling conditions in Georgia.
Thank you for showing your support for improved bicycling conditions in Georgia- it can't happen without you!
All best & safe riding, Brent A. Buice Executive Director Georgia Bikes! www.georgiabikes.org

Roswell Passes 3 Foot Resolution From Bike Roswell: Last night at the Roswell City Council meeting by unanimous vote a resolution supporting passing a cyclist with a 3 ft clearance was passed. This resolution is making its way around to other cities that plan to also show their support for the HB180 and SBxxx that makes passing a cyclist with 3ft of clearance law.
We need your help. Ask your representative and senator to vote yes for the Tony Serrano Law. Tony was tragically taken from us when a car struck him from behind while traveling on a 4 lane road. If you know your local shop ask them to help contact their local representatives and senators. This means business to them. One thing you can do all year that will have a lasting effect on all cyclists is pick up the phone or send an email and contact your representative. You can go www.georgiabikes.org and find a spreadsheet of all the senators and representatives.
 

2-21-2011 Bike Expressway This is an interesting article about a proposed "bicycle expressway" in North Fulton County.
 

Carolina Happenings From Charlotte Sports Cycling

Heart of North Carolina Race Weekend - NEW event for 2011
$9,000+ in CASH and PRIZES
April 9th - Asheboro Criterium
April 10th - Denton Criterium
www.charlottesportscycling.com

Charlotte Mountain Bike Series
Kick off, Wednesday April 20 @ Col Francis Beatty Park
www.charlottemtnbike.com

6 Hour Grind on the Greenway
Ann Springs Close Greenway, Ft Mill, SC
Saturday, April 23
http://www.charlottemtnbike.com/GrindontheGreenway/grindonthegreenway.htm

University City Duathlon
5k Run - 19K Bike - 3k Run
Charlotte, NC - University Research Park
www.UniveristyCityDuathlon.com

Dilworth Criterium
Saturday, May 7
www.dilworthcrit.com

Crossroads Cycling Classic
July 26 - July 30, 2011
www.crossroadscyclingclassic.com

Tree Shaker 12 and 6 Hour Race
Saturday, October 15
www.charlottemtnbike.com

Road Events:
Great source for upcoming rides and races:
www.weeklyrides.com

Greenville Spring Training Series presented by Hincapie Sportswear and Road ID:
January 19 - March 6, 2011

The 2011 Greenville Spring Training Series presented by Hincapie Sportswear and Road ID will kick off with a Donaldson Center road race on Saturday, Feb 19 and a BMW Performance Center race on Sunday, Feb 20. Two more weekends of racing for every category will follow Feb 26-27 & Mar 5-6, with races at familiar venues like Donaldson Center, Fork Shoals and River Falls. Over $12,000 cash in prizes is available, including an overall series prize payout for each category. The Spring Series is still the most popular way to jump start your road racing season, so we hope you will plan to join us for the events in Greenville. You can register online or mail in the standard release form. See the Greenville Spring Training Series website for details. http://www.hincapie.com/events/springseries/
Schedule of Events:
Feb 19 Donaldson Center RR
Feb 20 BMW Performance Center
Feb 26 Fork Shoals RR
Feb 27 Donaldson Center RR
Mar 5 River Falls RR
Mar 6 Donaldson Center RR


Blythewood Bike Race March 12th 13th March 12th and 13th is the 3rd annual Blythewood Bike race. This year the weekend has become an omnium with all three events taking place in Cobblestone Park subdivision. Saturday morning is a 7 km prologue, the course is fast but has some climbs and one very fast turn, because it is so short, has a sharp turn and a steep uphill, a TT bike will probably not offer much time advantage. The prologue will be followed by an afternoon 1.5 km loop criterium. Then Sunday you can race in a road race on a 7 Km circuit in which hills are one part of the course, and great roads are the other as all three races take place on newly paved roads within the subdivision. You can stay withiin riding distance of the race by staying at the Comfort Inn in Blythewood, SC. Blythewood is located 75 miles south of Charlotte, NC and 15 miles north of Columbia. For race registration and to download the flyer with hotel and other contact information please go to www.pre-reg.com or to http://www.ncsccyclingassoc.com/. 

IMBA Trail Care Crew The IMBA Trail Care Crew will be in Greenville, SC March 10-13.

2-22-2011 Sunny King Crit The Sunny King Crit could benefit from the Tour of Battenkill's non-UCI status according to an article in the Anniston Star.

George Hincapie (BMC) and Andy Lougher (Iron Data p/b Apto Solutions) in the pack at the first Greenville Spring Training Series last weekend. Photo courtesy of Joe Greenfield.

Allatoona Work Party From SORBA Atlanta

There's only a little more work to do before opening the first trail loop at Allatoona Creek in Acworth, GA. Come be a part of the action! This will be the first purpose-built mountain bike trail in a Cobb County park so we need your positive support to show that riders care about the resource and desire trails that are sustainable for all uses. Address: 5690 Old Stileboro Rd. Acworth, GA 30101 Date: Sat. February 26, 2011 Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm Tools & lunch will be provided. Just wear your closed-toe shoes, and bring gloves, water, & snacks for the trail. We will meet in the main parking lot (NOT the Pitner Road Dog Park lot). See address above. You can reply to this post for more info and/or just sign up at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=1 ... 4087132289. Thanks!


~Annabeth, 2011 President
SORBA Atlanta Chapter

WBL Final Results Special thanks to all our WBL sponsors: Porterfield Tire, Full Circle Real Estate, Cappy’s Custom Cabinets, Atlantis Hydroponics, Sunshine Cycles, Litespeed Bikes-BMW, Ken Bike Law, Reality Bikes, Athens Chiropractic Health Care, Ion Sports and Nutrition. A big thank you also to anonymous sponsors and philanthropists everywhere.
Gracias to our Sag Drivers: Kara Crowe, Mims Cross, Len Slote, Ashley Trevesio. But mostly, thanks to the Zealots for making it one mighty fine year!
2011 Awards: * MVP: Thomas Brown
* First Lady: Catherine Peacock
* Rookies of the Year: Jonathon Atwell, Steve Kogan, Clark Hurst
* Most Dramatic Win: Alto: Thomas Brown Hard Labor: Thomas Brown
* Best Attacks of the Year: Ty Magner: Alto – the 8.9 mile solo in the 9 mile Attack Zone
Michael Stone/Nick Housley – Hard Labor, Clark Hurst: The tennis shoe attack (Maysville)
* Yellow Hairnet Holders: Jamie Dinkins Michael York Crowe Ty Magner T Brown
* Stage Winners:
Ladies Day Statham Classic: Jamie Dinkins
Maysville - Igor Rudola and Michael York (tie)
Bowman: Joey Rosskopf
Philomath: Ty Magner
Alto: Thomas Brown
Hard Labor: Thomas Brown
Hudson River: Thomas Brown
Maysville: Brendan Cornett
* Best Hair: Brett Magner
* True Grit: Scott Morris,Rich Nelson, Steve Koga, Ruben Jacobo-Rubio. Sean Carroll
* Broken Arm Award: Parker Smith
* Comeback Rider of the Year: Christian Foster
* Youngest Zealot: Asa B Shirey
* Left Coast Liason: Professor Scotty Thomas
Complete Overall Results posted at www.winterbikeleague.com

2-23-2011 4 Ways in a Day TT Announcing RAMBO's 4 Ways in a Day Time Trials on March 26th at Big Creek Park! Sponsored by Platinum Sponsor Alpha Bikes and Gold Sponsor Roswell Bikes. 4 Chances at 4 Ways in a Day 4; XC, Downhill, Slalom, & Uphill "El Scorcho". Do one, or do ALL. Hang out all day with your friends to race or watch the races, check out the sponsoring shops and have a lot of food and fun. Who knows? Win them ALL and you'll become 2011 King or Queen of Big Creek!
All donations to benefit RAMBO's trail building efforts.
Schedule:
8:00 AM Registration starts
9:00 AM Start XC clockwise direction
11:00 AM Start XC counter clockwise direction
11:30 AM Lunch Starts - Donations Accepted
1:00 PM XC Racing ends
1:30 PM XC Awards
2:00 PM Start Downhill, Slalom, El Scorcho races
6:00 PM Downhill, Slalom, El Scorcho Awards

More details at http://www.rambo-mtb.org

2-24-2011 Georgia Chix Megan Melgaard and her teammate are doing RAAM solo this year. Both are from the Atlanta area. Fox 5 did a very inspirational story on them.

2-25-2011 Fire at Bull Mountain According to Greg Heil, there was a 440 acre fire at Bull Mountain this weekend. He spoke with firefighters, and it was not a controlled or prescribed burn. The firefighters suspected that someone may have set it. The Jones Creek trail is affected.

2-28-2011 April Fool's Century The Asylum City Psychlists invite you to join the Bicycling Club of Milledgeville and the Milledgeville Rotary Club for a scenic country ride through central Georgia. Beautiful 2, 8, 35, 48, 64 or 103 mile routes. SAG and well stocked and staffed rest stops provided. After-ride party at the Oconee River Greenway with plenty of good food, giveaways and music. Proceeds will benefit bicycling advocacy projects locally and state-wide. An official BRAG training ride.

Georgia Championship Series From GABRA: