January 2026 News

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Winter Bike League
From the WBL
What: WBL #5 Normaltown Brewing’s New Year’s Day
When: Thursday, January 1st
Start: Where: The HUB (5 Points)
Parking: Don’t park in the Hub’s parking lot! Park on a side street or ride your bike down!
Finish: Prizes and Photo at Normaltown Brewing (2 miles from The HUB. ride with gps route finishes at the HUB)NOTE: No SAG Follow car. Plan accordingly.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49280067, Length: 62 miles, Time: 10:00 am (Window Open)
MUST SIGN IN: https://forms.gle/e2qFumEzxqSq9TaH7, Exit Route: University, College Station, Old Lexington
Attack Zone: Nowhere. Opens at mile 46 on Neese Commerce Road. Continue straight for 2 miles. Slight Right on to Nowhere road. Continue straight for 2 miles (careful at the 4 way stop with Seagraves road). Continue straight again for 2.5 miles. Sprint for the WBL line in the road at the Jackson County line sign (aka: Alto Nowhere Finish Line).

To qualify for this Non-Pro only attack zone: You must be one (1) of the following: 40+ years old as of today, under 18, a cat 3,4, 5, or a female of any age. The board is also instituting an amendment to our handicap point system that allows everyone to compete on an equal footing. Henceforth known as the double dipping ceiling rule. Any “non-pro” that scores more than ten (10) points from a “Pro” finish or sprint in a season will be forced to compete for points solely in either the “Pro” category or “non-pro”. They will still hold those ten (10) points for the overall.

News for 12-29-2025
Kirk Corsello Passed Away
For those who have not heard, beloved Atlanta racer Kirk Corsello passed away on Christmas Day. He was helping a neighbor with trying to catch their dog. A car began rolling down the hill and pinned him between it and another object. Despite a swift response from the fire department Kirk succumbed from his injuries. My heart goes out to his wife, children, and all of his friends. Kirk as a very giving person and would do anything for a friend. 

A story–a few years ago I had an underground wasp nest in my front yard. Kirk owned a pest control company and came over to get rid of it for me. I was grateful as I’d gotten stung about a dozen times the previous weekend. He was always helping someone-his heart was that big. 

News for 12-23-2025
Trail Armor Developed in Georgia
Singletracks.com has a great article about how Jarrod Harris (Jarrod’s Place bike park) developed Trail Armor. It’s intended to help keep features from eroding. It’s in use locally a Blanket’s Creek and Big Creek as well as projects nationally.

https://www.singletracks.com/mtb-trails/trail-armor-is-the-carpet-like-material-that-could-revolutionize-trail-maintenance

What: WBL #4 Moxie-Mom Maxeys Ladies Day
From the Winter Bike League
When: Saturday, 27th December
Where: The HUB (5 Points) Don’t park in the Hub’s parking lot! Park on a side street or ride your bike down!
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53564269
Length: 85 miles / 4.25 hours
Time: 10 AM (window open)
Points: 4 (1 per hour – must sign in)
MUST SIGN IN: https://forms.gle/e2qFumEzxqSq9TaH7
Exit Route: Milledge ->Simonton Bridge -> Colham Ferry
Store Stop: Woodville (Mile 48) (CJ’s BBQ + regular store)
Pee break: @ (Mile 18, 65) – Please go slow after stop to regroup.
Sprints: Finally Yes!
Women’s Sprint:
Opens at mile 73 on Arnoldsville Road. Continue straight for 2.5 miles to mile 75.4. Sprint line is the Winterville City Limit sign (same as Thursday night group ride)
Women’s Finish sponsored by Moxie Cycling Clothing: https://moxiecyclingcompany.com/

News for 12-20-2025
Paracycling Coming to Outdoor Capital Classic
USA Cycling announced an expanded Paracycling calendar today. Quote: “This expanded calendar is about opening more doors for current and future para-athletes,” said Eric Bennett, USA Cycling’s Director of Membership. “By adding more classification sites and building Paracycling into major events, we are making it easier to get started in the sport and stay on a clear development path.” The event in Georgia is the Outdoor Capital Classic in March.