Wheels to Succeed 'No Such Thing As Impossible' Bike Ride

Reminding everyone that the Wheels to Succeed 'No Such Thing As Impossible' Bike Ride
Saturday, January 16, 2010

On line Registration will close Sunday, January 10, 2010
(There will be 'day of' registration for $5 extra)

Updated Goodies Included with Every Registration:

-Long Sleeved T-shirt (guaranteed to pre-registered only)
-HOT lunch provided by West Feliciana Sheriff's Department
-Raffle ticket for Tifosi Sunglasses & Cannondale Saddle Bags donated by PedalPlay
-FREE tour of The Myrtles Plantation (located across from the Start/Finish)
-Certificate for free basic bike fit from PedalPlay
-Drawstring bag filled with cycling goodies

For more information and to see the posted routes please visit
www.wheelstosucceed.org


Please support our event sponsors:
Alvarez Construction, Hannah, Colvin, & Pipes, Galvan Construction, AAA Rent-All
PedalPlay, Coast Concrete Services, Inc., B&D Electric Company of Baton Rouge, Inc., B&D Plumbing Co., Inc.,
Castille Wood Products, Inc, REMAX Total, The Bicycle Shop, Red Stick Insulation Co.,
Ramos Floors, LLC, McCleary Title, Habitat Digital Enterprises, LLC, J.Wayne Blount & Associates
Marias Cleaning, LLC, Picou Builders Supply Co., Stanton's Ace Appliances
Raising Cane's Chicken, Baton Rouge Parent's Magazine, West Feliciana Sheriff's Department

"Rite of Passage" ride...

The BRBC and CCC invite you to the annual "Rite of Passage" ride, Thursday 31 Dec 2009 at 9AM from Greensburg LA.

This tradition ride is a way to mark the end of the 2009 cycling season, and look forward to 2010. Jim Turner and I have been hosting this ride every New Year's Eve since 2001 (maybe longer, ???) in whatever weather. At the end of the ride we will enjoy turkey gumbo, cabbage, black-eyed peas, and whatever you may choose to bring.

Starting (and ending point) is the parking lot just beyond the the LA-10 east truck stop in Greensburg. Ride departs at 9AM so plan accordingly including clothing for the expected cool temperatures and rain. (between 45 and 55 degrees, and between 20% and 50% chance of rain) Course is the same as last year's (see link) and goes to Gillsburg MS and back for 35 miles and 1200 ft of climbing.

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/21530

Best way to get there for CCC riders is I-55 to the LA-10 exit, then west (left) towards Greensburg.

Others take either I-12 east to the Walker exit (LA-447), then north to Walker and a right turn on US-190. Continue to LA-449 turn left, and follow it to the end at LA-37 (make a jog right then left in Pine Grove). At LA-37 turn right to the end in Greensburg, where you turn right again on LA-10 to the truck stop. (1:15 from BR)

If you live North of Florida in Baton Rouge, you can consider Greenwell Springs road (LA-37) which is the shortest way to Greensburg, but if you do be aware of the enforced 45 speed limit in East Baton Rouge Parish.

Call or reply if you need more information, or have additions or corrections.

Bruce
225.963.8616

Happy Holidays from PedalPlay Bicycles and the Mackey's

Happy Holidays from PedalPlay Bicycles and the Mackey family

Second Annual ‘No Such Thing As Impossible’ Bike Ride

Dear Riders,

I would like to remind you all of the Second Annual ‘No Such Thing As Impossible’ Bike Ride being held January 16, 2010 in the beautiful rolling hills of St. Francisville, LA. The ride will include 10mile, 45mile/72km, and 72mile routes for riders of all skill levels and is open for online registration to any and all interested participants. Please visit www.wheelstosucceed.org for online registration through Active.com. Day of registration will be available for $5 extra.

REUSABLE DRAWSTRING BAG guaranteed to all riders
pre-registered by Jan 10, 2010 filled with:
Long Sleeve T-shirt, Cycling goodies,
Certificate for basic Custom Fitting from Pedal Play
and other treats…

There will be a great hot lunch provided by the West Feliciana Sheriff’s Department free to all riders!!!

All proceeds go directly towards Wheels to Succeed purchasing adapted three wheeled bikes for children with physical disabilities through out South Louisiana.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact me at wheelstosucceed@yahoo.com.

Hope to see you all there,
Ashley Leach

MTB/Road Group Ride, Mobile, AL

Saturday 9:00 a.m. Meet at 741 Hillcrest rd, Mobile Al 36609 which is a krispy kreme. Next to Krispy Kreme is a huge parking lot in which to park. Depart 9:00 a.m. sharp and ride one lap at USA trails (12 miles) and proceed over to Chickasabogue for one lap (11 miles) and then ride back to cars. Total ride should be 23 off road and 21 on the road. Bring money for lunch/beer/margaritas whatever after the ride. There is a good mexican place or there is a texas roadhouse, not sure where we'll go, group decides!

Herring Gas Cycling

Kasas City Cyclocross Nationals helmet cam

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-xtkjZsXZc&feature=PlayList&p=4664A822DD68D330&index=9&playnext=2&playnext_from=PL


By Dean Barger

So you want to be an official?

So you want to be an official? LAMBRA will be conducting a intro level officials seminar in early 2010. Think you can handle it?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87M2LkGGWqA

____________________________________________
Randall Legeai
President, Louisiana-Mississippi Bicycle Racing Association
New Orleans, LA, USA. 504-228-5891
http://www.lambra.org
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The following is an e-mail sent to you by an Administrator of "Bramba.org".

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Due to inclement weather and its effects on the trails, the Comite Classic
scheduled for this Sunday, December 13th, has been POSTPONED to a later
date.

Check the forums for more information and thanks!

BRAMBA

p.s. - BRAMBA general membership meeting this Monday, December 14th at
Brewbacher's on Govt. There's a topic for that too!

Cannondale in the news!

From Bicycling Magazine
Sweet Spot

Lower-end carbon road frames rarely approach greatness, but the new Six Carbon offers a truly superb ride that's everything you expect from a modern carbon road machine: it's lively, smooth-riding and stiff in all the right ways

You can feel the Carbon 6's elite pedigree as it races down fast descents like a freight train, yet it feels grounded, predictable and responsive when you want it to be

Buy It If - you need to spend less but want a bike with the great handling and ride of a modern carbon road machine

Saturday Cycling to Alligator Bayou

Title: Saturday Cycling to Alligator Bayou

Date: Saturday December 5, 2009
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Repeats: This event repeats every month on the first Saturday.
Next reminder: The next reminder for this event will be sent in 2 days.
Location: Starbucks/Walgreen's Bluebonnet north of Burbank
Notes: Tradition ride, not a team event.

Depart Starbucks 9837 Bluebonnet Blvd, each Saturday beginning
October 27th at 9:00am. Please park in the front, facing Bluebonnet Blvd. Start time may fluctuate as the weather changes. Check the Yahoo group, Redstick Racing, each Thursday for time of departure.

Pace will be a moderate, double pacelined ride averaging between 18 and 22mph depending on wind. Distances of 53, 46, and 40 miles are available. New riders are welcome but bring a buddy just in case the group separates.

Copy/paste Map Links (to URL line) for routes:
www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=172065 Starbucks to Alligator Bayou – 53 mile option

www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=172281 Starbucks to Alligator Bayou – 46 mile option

www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=172287 Starbucks to Alligator Bayou – 40 mile option

snake rock vid

I was right behind the guy shooting the snakerock vid. He is a pro dh racer for moorewood. The sick gap pic is my boy scudari from new Orleans on the road gap

http://www.ridemonkey.com/forums/showthread.php?t=226224


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http://www.vimeo.com/7894979

LOCO Fall Fest

It's shaping up to be a great weeken to race, the trail is looking great. On-line registration is availble until Thursday Dec 3 midnight.

Race single day - $25

Both days $40

Come and race with us!

4th Annual

LOCO Fall Fest

Mountain Bike Race

December 5-6, 2009

Promoted by Loco and Team LaS'port

Event Held Rain or Shine

At Lake Bistineau State Park

103 State Park Rd

Doyline, La 71023

Directions and information will be posted at www.locomtb.com

Online Registration at https://secure.getmeregistered.com/g...?event_id=2785

Saturday $25.00

Sunday $25.00

Saturday and Sunday $40.00 (Best Deal)

Online registration closes Thursday December 3, 2009 at 11:59 p.m.

Late registration will include fee of $5.00

Scoring will be omnium style

Race Day Registration and number/ packet pickup will be at the pavilion, opens at 7:00am and closes 20 minutes prior to your race.

LOCO Fall Fest

A weekend of mountain bike racing

Saturday – Individual Time Trial on 3.5 mile course and

Short Track Race

Sunday – XC Race on 10 mile course single track

Distance determined by category

On Behalf of our Proud Sponsors, LOCO and Team LaS'port

Have a great Weekend of Racing!!!

2010 LIVESTRONG Challenge Registration Opens Tomorrow!

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Thanksgiving DirtJam in Austin

Thanksgiving DirtJam in Austin: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UA0iNrRYWpo


Tre’

LOCO Fall Fest MTB Race

4th Annual
LOCO Fall Fest
Mountain Bike Race
December 5-6, 2009 Promoted by Loco and Team LaS'port

Event Held Rain or Shine
At Lake Bistineau State Park
103 State Park Rd
Doyline, La 71023
Directions and information will be posted at www.locomtb.com

Online Registration at https://secure.getmeregistered.com/g...?event_id=2785
Saturday $25.00
Sunday $25.00
Saturday and Sunday $40.00 (Best Deal)
Online registration closes Thursday December 3, 2009 at 11:59 p.m.
Late registration will include fee of $5.00
Scoring will be omnium style
Race Day Registration and number/ packet pickup will be at the pavilion, opens at 7:00am and closes 20 minutes prior to your race.
LOCO Fall Fest
A weekend of mountai! n bike racing
Saturday Individual Time Trial on 3.5 mile course and
Short Track Race
Sunday XC Race on 10 mile course single track
Distance determined by category

On Behalf of our Proud Sponsors, LOCO and Team LaS'port
Have a great Weekend of Racing!!!


4th Annual
LOCO Fall Fest


Saturday: Races will consist of both, Time Trial and Short Track for all categories
7:00 am Registration. All Classes. Late registration fees apply.
Time Trial 3.5 mile course
First rider starts at 9:00 a.m.
All riders separated by 30 seconds
No restart, no delayed starts
Tentative start order will be:

1. Expert
2. Advanced
3. Single speed
4. Beginner
5. Women

Short Track On closed course across from the pavilion. Spectator friendly.
Primes will be given away for each race.
Male beginner 20 minutes plus 1 lap - 1: 00 p.m. start
Women 20 minutes plus 1 lap 1:30 p.m. start
Single Speed 25 minutes plu! s 1 lap 2:00 p.m. start
Advanced 35 minutes plus 1 lap 2:45 p.m. start
Expert 45 minutes plus 1 lap 3:30 p.m. start
Kid's race - FREE

Sunday: Races will consist of single track race as indicated below.
7:00 a.m. registration. All Classes. Late registration fees apply.
9:00 am Start
Single Track
First group will go off at 9:00 a.m. with the following groups going off in 5 minutes increments.
Category Sunday Race times/ Distance
Expert 3 Laps 30 miles
Single speed 2 laps 20 miles
Advanced 2 laps 20 miles
Beginner 1 laps 10 miles
Women 2 laps 20 miles

Results posted after all categories have finished.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place for all categories Helmets must be worn whenever you are on your bike. Automatic DQ if you dump your trash along the race courses!!
*For more information please contact David Potter at 318-550-1870 or via email davidp30@aol.com*

4th Annual
LOCO Fall Fest


Friday Nigh! t Registration and Packet Pick up:
December 4, 2009 - Available at Bike's Etc. 3723 East Texas Bossier City, LA 71111 from 6:00 till 9:00pm

Brought to you by these proud spnsor's:
LOCO, Team LaS'port, Bikes Etc., Sport Spectrum, The Bike Pedaler, River City Cycling and Fitness, and Scooter's Bike Shop
__________________
David P

225 Magazine

Below is a link that will take you to an article, the cover story, published in THE Baton Rouge Magazine, 225, this month. As you know, I'm passionate about cycling and safe cycling advocacy so reading this article was like reading the last chapter of all of my favorite books put together!

I want to thank Jeff Roedel, copied on this e-mail, for the fine job he did in writing this article. It is a splendid representation of the variety and growth of this popular recreational activity in our area. Jeff, we are so fortunate that you were inspired enough by us to write this story. We are most gracious.

Also, I want to thank Nicette Goodier of New Orleans. Because she believed so passionately that something great could come of something so tragic, this has been the most outstanding year for cycling awareness in Baton Rouge and in our entire state. Here's to you, Colin!

Taylor Alexander

http://www.225batonrouge.com/news/2009/nov/01/baton-rouge-comes-full-cycle/

Beast Master mountain bike race

http://tunicatrails.org/?q=node/101

The West Feliciana Parish Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the inaugural Beast Master mountain bike race on Saturday, November 7, 2009. This time trial format race takes place on the challenging Beast trail located at the West Feliciana Sports Park on Hwy 61. Race registration starts at 7 am with the Beginner race starting at 9 am. Remaining racers start at 10:15 and thereafter. Entry fee is $10. Visit www.tunicatrails.org or email info@tunicatrails.org for more information or to volunteer to help.

Wheels to Succeed Ride!!!

Dear Riders,

I wanted to invite you all to the Second Annual ‘No Such Thing As Impossible’ Bike Ride being held January 16, 2010 in St. Francisville, LA. The ride will include 10mile, 45mile/72km, and 72mile routes for riders of all skill levels and is open for online registration to any and all interested participants. Please visit www.wheelstosucceed.org or http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1805877&assetId=5396350F-0C30-4CC2-A795-10ACD7EEE150 for online registration through Active.com. Day of registration will be available for $5 extra.

All proceeds go directly towards Wheels to Succeed purchasing adapted three wheeled bikes for children with physical disabilities through out South Louisiana.

Those who would like to volunteer please contact Ashley at wheelstosucceed@yahoo.com.

Hope to see you all there,
Ashley Leach

225 magazine's November issue...

225 magazine's November issue has a very well done cover story on bicycling in Baton Rouge. Jeff Roedel, the author, spoke to a wide spectrum of local bicyclists and city officials to get this story. David Gallent, the photographer, did a great job capturing many aspects of biking in Baton Rouge. If you get a chance to pick up a copy, take it; it's a good read and very hopeful.

--
Mark E. Martin
Baton Rouge Advocates for Safe Streets
BRASS

Pennington Biomedical Research Center is conducting a study

Good Afternoon,

Pennington Biomedical Research Center is conducting a study on the behalf of Gatorade Sports Science Institute to examine the effectiveness of a dietary supplement on cycling performance.

Goals of the study

One: To determine whether a new dietary ingredient will increase the use of body fat during exercise.

Two: To examine whether those using the supplement will increase 20 km time trial (TT) performance after a period of strenuous exercise.

Who is eligible?

• Men between 18 and 35 years of age

• Capable of attaining a V02 max: 50 ml/kglmin. This would be equivalent to a good Category IV or Category III+ rider.

• Must be willing to commit to a testing protocol that will last -40-days.

What the test entails

The following tests will be performed before and after four (4) weeks of supplementation:

• A V02max test with the determination of VO2max, lactate thresholds and the corresponding power output associated with each.

• A two (2) hour ride at an established percentage of your lactate threshold. Several blood samples will be taken during this portion of the test; however, we will take no muscle
biopsies.

• A 20 km TT to see how fast you can complete the TT.

Upon completion of the study you will receive:

• $200

• A full report detailing your V02max, lactate threshold, heart rates, and power outputs associated with your test.

• A report detailing your time to complete each time trial along with your average heart rate and average power output during each test.

• Various schwag courtesy of Gatorade

Because of the upcoming holidays we will enroll participants until approximately the 15 of November. Following the Christmas break we will start enrollment again after about 10 January.

If you know of someone who might be interested in the trial, please forward this to them.

Thanks so much for your time and consideration,

Conrad
--
Conrad Earnest, PhD
Division of Preventive Medicine
Director of the Exercise Biology
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
6400 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4124
Tel. (225) 763-2923
Fax: (225) 763-0905
EM. Conrad.Earnest@pbrc.edu


If you are interested in participating in our study please contact me for a more detailed study timeline.

Thank you,
Melissa Lupo
Exercise Testing Core - Research Associate
Gatorade Performance Study - Coordinator
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
6400 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Direct: (225) 763-2924
Fax: (225) 763-0905

LAB "Bronze" to be presented at 4PM Wed at Metro Council Meeting (28 Oct, 3rd floor of EBR Government Building)

Gil Morin of City Parish Planning will be presenting Mayor-President Holden the "Bronze" Bicycle Friendly Community award from the League of American Bicyclists. This will occur as part of the Presentations and Special Recognitions section on the Metro Council Agenda. (5th of on the agenda, and will occur shortly after 4PM start of the meeting)

The Bronze status is a result of bicycle friendly progress (including plans) by DPW, Mayors Office, BREC, BRASS, and CRPC. If the commitment continues, there are Silver, Gold, and Platinum bike friendly awards to aspire to.

I hope to see you there, but if not, tune in METRO 21 (Cable) for a replay.

Bruce

Chris Lemoine wins bronze in S. Olympics!!!

BRBC is partnering with Louisana State Parks for the Fall Century

BRBC is partnering with Louisana State Parks for the Fall Century, Sunday 11 October from Centenary College in Jackson (4 blocks north of LA-10 on LA-952).

We have rest stops at Audubon State Park (Oakley) and Rosedown which have tours availalbe (and are included with the ride), plus two more traditional SAGS's and a roving SAG.

Port Hudson will have a Civil War cannon demonstration at 12:00 after the ride. Quarter, Half and Metric century routes have time to tour each of the parks, and still make it back to Centenary for a the traditional BRBC post ride meal. (Pastalaya, Taco Soup, Black Beans and Rice, Drinks and Dessert)

Site opens at 7 AM, and enter by the north gate. Preregister on line at Active.com or at the event. (save $5 by registering on line)

Please visit website for links. http://www.batonrougebikeclub.com/

Maps provided at registration, and available on the club website for the curious.

Directions from Baton Rouge:
1. Take I-110 North to Hwy 61 (Scenic Hwy) At the intersection of Hwy 61 and I-110 take a right on Hwy 61 (north) towards St. Francisville/Natchez, MS.
2. Continue on Hwy 61 to LA-68. Turn right onto LA 68 (LA 68 is south of St. Francisville).
3. Continue on LA-68 until it intersects with Hwy 10 at the red light. Turn left onto LA-10
4. Watch your speed through Jackson, then at the hill after the "bottom" turn right on College Street LA-952. Centenary College will be 4 blocks past the turn on the right.
5. Pass the college, and enter via the north gate. (Watch for BRBC Century banner)

Rocktoberfest Criterium on Sunday, October 11, 2009

Come join us for the 10th annual Rocktoberfest Criterium on Sunday, October 11. This year we return to Lakeshore Drive for the first time since 2004. We'll be using the same course we used for the Tour de Louisiane. You can pre-register online at http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=9438. This will be the last race of the 2009 LAMBRA road racing season and rumor has it that everyone will be meeting at the Kona Cafe' (7306 Lakeshore Drive between Robt. E. Lee and the lake) afterwards for a little end-of-season gathering. Please come out and support the race and celebrate another successful road season with us.

REGISTRATION
Pre-register online at BikeReg.com (online registration closes at midnight on Friday, Oct. 9). Race day registration opens at 7:00 a.m. and closes 15 minutes before each race. Race day entries are $5 additional. Entry fees include USCF insurance surcharge. Riders without USCF licenses purchase 1-day licenses ($10 additional) at registration.

DIRECTIONS
Coming from the West on I-10, continue east 1.8 mi. past Causeway Blvd. in the CENTER LANE to I-610 (I-10 curves right here, so just continue straight). Take the first I-610 exit, Exit 1A, to West End Blvd. Go North on West End Blvd. and across Robert E. Lee Blvd. 2 miles until you hit the lake and park in the parking area to the right. Coming from the East on I-10, take I-610 to Exit 1A, to West End Blvd. Go North on West End Blvd. and across Robert E. Lee Blvd. 2 miles until you hit the lake and park in the parking area to the right. [See Map to Criterium.]
COURSE and EVENT INFORMATION
The 10th annual Lakeshore Rocktoberfest has developed into the area's classic end-of-season road event. This year we will be racing on Lakeshore Drive, using the same course as this year's Tour de Louisiane. This is a challenging 0.9 mi. L-shaped circuit that crosses the levee twice each lap. [See the course map].


Event Website: http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org/2009/rock_09.htm
____________________
Randall Legeai
New Orleans Bicycle Club
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org/
http://nola_racing.blogspot.com/
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough."
Mario Andretti

LIVESTRONG Day...

Help LIVESTRONG commemorate October 2, 1996, the day Lance Armstrong was diagnosed with advanced testicular cancer and began the fight of his life.

Being a part of LIVESTRONG Day is simple. Use the map link below to search for and RSVP to events already happening near you. By taking part in LIVESTRONG Day, you can help your friends and neighbors understand that fighting cancer isn’t just up to doctors and researchers—it’s up to all of us.

www.livestrongaction.org/map

Craig Steven's Wins!

A good friend of mine (Criag Steven's) wins his age group in the Bayou country Cyclist & Bayou Runners Race this past weekend!

Parrot Head Ride October 3, 2009

Title: Parrot Head Ride

Date: Saturday October 3, 2009
Time: 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Mary Ann Brown Nature Preserve in St. Francisville, LA.
Notes: http://www.brphc.org

The Fall 2009 Velo! Velo! rides...

Yes friends, the Fall 2009 Velo! Velo! rides are ready to go! We've got city history, Beauregard and Spanish Town, Shreveport trees (yes, Shreveport!), and Florida Blvd. These rides are going to be really entertaining,educational, and full of fun. Just go to

http://www.brsafestreets.org/2009-velo-velo-rides

to get the low-down, find the link to online registration, or download your very own PDF registration form.

Let's go for a ride!

Mark M

Join B.R.A.S.S.!
http://www.brsafestreets.org/joinbrass

TRAINED CYCLISTS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY

TRAINED CYCLISTS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY

Hi! My name is Helena Rietschier and I am a Master's student in the Exercise Physiology department at LSU. We're conducting a cycling study to investigate the effectiveness of a natural carbohydrate source (sun-dried raisins) versus sports jelly beans on promoting endurance performance. The study will involve you cycling on your own bicycle mounted on a Computrainer in our lab. There will be a VO2 max test, a lactate threshold test, and 3 experimental trials in which you will cycle for 2 hours followed by a 10-km time trial. Every 20 minutes during the 2 hour cycling bout, you will receive either sun-dried raisins, sport jelly beans, or water-only. For more information, please contact me (hriets1@lsu.edu). Thanks!!

➢ Male and female cyclists/triathletes needed for research study comparing the effectiveness of a natural carbohydrate source (sun-dried raisins) versus sports jelly beans on promoting endurance performance

➢ Cycle on your own bicycle mounted on a CompuTrainer

➢ You may qualify if you are between the ages of 18-35 and have no history of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or peanut allergies

➢ Benefits: Complimentary VO2 MAX and Lactate Threshold Testing

➢ Contact Helena Rietschier (hriets1@tigers.lsu.edu) for more information

Hey Scott!

Thanks so much for helping me recruit cyclists for the study! I attached the flyer to this email. Please let me know if you need additional information.

Thanks again!
- Helena

BRBC Fall Century October 11, 2009

Baton Rouge Bike Club Fall Century

If you want to be guaranteed a t-shirt you must register by October 1,2009.

Baton Rouge Bike Club Fall Century

The BRBC Fall Century will take place on Sunday, October 11, 2009. The ride
will start from the Centenary College in Jackson, Louisiana. Louisiana State
Parks has offered to host the riders at Centenary College, Rosedown Plantation,
and Oakley House at Audubon State Historic site. There will be SAG stops at
these locations and other sites along the route. Your entry fee will cover the
fees to tour the buildings and grounds of these historic sites. There will also
be a cannon demonstration by members of the Port Hudson Historical site on the
grounds of Centenary College around 11:30 am. A post ride meal will be provided
by the club, along with maps, road markings, pre-ride announcements, and full
SAG support.



Fee is $30 if pre-registered, and $35 if registering the day of the ride. Fee is
per rider. T-shirts guaranteed to riders who register by October 1.
Registration the day of the ride opens at 7:00 am. The century riders (100
miles) depart at 7:30 am, and all other riders (62, 50, 25 miles) depart at 8:00
am. Since SAGs will be coordinated with these historic sites, please depart at
the times specified above.

Online registration is available at www.active.com. For printable registration
forms go to www.BatonRougeBikeClub.com

Should cyclists share local roads?

All,

225 Magazine is running what looks like will be a fabulous article on cycling in the BR area next month. There is now an online survey with the following question:

"Should cyclists share local roads with motor vehicles or only use dedicated bike lanes and paths?

Please take 5 seconds and go to:

http://www.225batonrouge.com/polls/2009/sep/poll91509/

and vote SHARE ROADS!

Thanks, Taylor

Photographer at training race

Everyone,

There will be a photographer for 225 magazine at the split today and Thursday taking pictures of the training race for a story the magazine is doing on cycling on Baton Rouge. He also plans to take some pictures from his vehicle as we ride around the loop.

Please make every effort to make it to the training race today and Thursday so we can have as big a group as possible for the picture. Also, for you guys starting from the split, please try to join the training race for a little while before and as we go through the split to make the group bigger.

If you are on a race team, it's probably a good week to wear your kit to get your sponsors some press.

Thanks

Dustin Flint

Cycle for Sixty-Five Roses

Dear Riders,

This year the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is hosting its first annual “Cycle for Sixty-Five Roses” fundraising event on September 26th, 2009 in St. Francisville, Louisiana. The ride will include 10,20,40,65, and 100 mile routes for riders of all skill levels and is open for registration to any and all interested participants. Registration fees are listed below and on the attached flyer as well.The goal of the ride is to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation through rider registration. Monetary donations and pledges are also welcome from non-registering donors. This ride will be a great oppurtunity to get a nice training ride in between races, or to just come out and enjoy yourself while being part of a great charitable cause. Riders will receive pre & post-ride meals along with a t-shirt. Prizes will be given to select riders in each category. Riders can register on active.com or by calling Anna Cassanova, the Director of Special Events with the CF Foundation at (225) 769-9994 or (877) 753-9990. I look forward to the success of the foundations’ first cycling fundraiser and hope to see y’all out there.

Sincerely,
David Tarnow

Texas State Road Race weekend

Hello ...

Andy Hollinger here from The Racing Post. I'd like to personally invite
you and your group to the State Road Race weekend on October 10/11 in
Copperas Cove, TX on post at Fort Hood. The Road Races will be on an
incredible 33 mile course, COMPLETELY CLOSED TO TRAFFIC - that's right no
center line and no cars. The course is simply the most impressive
championship course I've ever seen.

The race needs you. After four years of effort we finally go the Army to
say yes and we're benefiting the Resiliency Center - a new concept in
training and treatment for our soldiers and their families - trying to
reduce the negative impacts of our two foreign wars. The registration
site also has an option for a tax deductable donation.

To help convince everyone (not just those in contention) to come we've
included a "NonCompetitive" event on Saturday for those of us who are Too
heavy, too busy to train ... too almost anything but want to pin a number
on and race this incredible course.

To make it even easier to come .. The Racing Post will comp every 5th team
member who registers for both days. BikeReg the first four and send the
5th to this email > that one will RACE FREE

The whole weekend of racing only costs $50 till October 1 Check out
theracingpost.us for more details.

We're always in need of more sponsorship, so if you know anyone or an
organization that need recognition among racers, let me know.

Call me with questions.

Andy


Andy Hollinger
The Racing Post
817-980-7787 cell

theracingpost.us

Crescent City Cyclists 2009 Fall Century

Crescent City Cyclists 2009 Fall Century
Sunday, September 27, 2009

Stewart's Seafood & Steak House
Corner LA 16 & LA 450, Franklinton, LA
"Cucumber Corner"

Registration begins at 6:45 am
Ride starts at 7:30 am

Ride lengths:

Century 100 mi Half Century 50 mi
Metric Century 63 mi Quarter Century 25 mi

Last year we tried out a new starting location and completely new set of routes for our annual fall century ride. The new location received very favorable reviews from riders so we are returning there this year. Registration and the after-ride party will take place at Stewart's Seafood & Steakhouse which is on the corner of LA 16 & LA 450 near Franklinton in Washington Parish. This location is commonly known as "Cucumber Corner."
All four of the century routes will be on quiet, scenic, rolling to hilly roads of western Washington Parish and northeastern Tangipahoa Parish. Route maps and road markings will point the way, and helpful volunteers at strategically placed rest stops will stand ready with cool water and tasty snacks. Once back at Stewarts Seafood, you will enjoy a hearty post-ride meal with beer and soft drinks.
While the century is designed to be an enjoyable experience, the event is held on public roads open to other vehicles. Riders should expect to encounter motorists and be prepared for road hazards. Participants should operate their bicycles in a safe and lawful manner and obey traffic laws throughout the ride. The CCC requires the use of ANSI or Snell approved helmets for all club rides including the century. Everyone is encouraged to ride with a partner; children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration

The registration fee for the Crescent City Century is $35. You may register online at active.com, or at http://www.crescentcitycyclists.org/online_century_reg.html . The century fee includes SAG support, restroom facilities at the start, maps, road surface markings, and lunch with beer and soda following the ride.
All pre-registered riders will receive a free Polar brand insulated water bottle with Crescent City Cyclists logo. Water bottles will not be provided for day of event registrations. To receive a water bottle, your pre-registration must be postmarked by Saturday, September 12, 2009. Members of Crescent City Cyclists who pre-register by September 12 will pay a discounted price of $30. This discount is valid for pre-registration only. All registrants will pay $35 on the day of the century. Non-members may join CCC and save $5 on their century fee by submitting a membership application and dues ($18/yr individual, $25/yr family) along with their century pre-registration.


Please note:

The century will be limited to 500 riders. To be sure you are able to ride, please send in your registration as soon as possible.


This is a "rain or shine" event; not much short of a hurricane bearing down on us will force a postponement. If the unthinkable should happen be sure to call the CCC Hotline (888-901-9581) for rescheduling information.
Please fill out the registration form and mail it in with your registration fee while you are thinking about it. Or you can register on our website: www.crescentcitycyclists.org.
If you have any questions, e-mail century@CrescentCityCyclists.org or call Joe Berthelot at 504-469-7900.

BRBC Fall in the Felicianas Century Ride

BRBC Fall in the Felicianas Century Ride
The BRBC Fall Century will take place on Sunday, October 11, 2009. The ride will start from the Centenary College in Jackson, Louisiana. Louisiana State Parks has offered to host the riders at Centenary College, Rosedown Plantation, and Oakley House at Audubon State Historic site. There will be SAG stops at these locations and other sites along the route. Your entry fee will cover the fees to tour the buildings and grounds of these historic sites. There will also be a cannon demonstartion by members of the Port Hudson Historical site on the grounds of Centenary College around 11:30 am. A post ride meal will be provided by the club, along with maps, road markings, pre-ride annoucements, and full SAG support.



Fee is $30 if pre-registered, and $35 if registering the day of the ride. Fee is per rider. T-shirts guaranteed to riders who register by October 1. Registration the day of the ride opens at 7:00 am. The century riders (100 miles) depart at 7:30 am, and all other riders (62, 50, 25 miles) depart at 8:00 am. Since SAGs will be coordinated with these historic sites, please depart at the times specifed above.

Online registration is available at www.active.com. For printable registration forms, click here.



Below is a brief history of the Louisiana State Parks that are hosting this ride:

Centenary State Historic Site (East College and Pine Street in Jackson) - This is the former site of Centenary College. Visitors may tour the old West Wing dormitory or a professor's cottage, and learn about the history of education in Louisiana. A Confederate cemetery is located on the grounds. Originally opened as the College of Louisiana in 1826, the school occupied an old courthouse and other buildings in the town of Jackson. The college steadily grew and two dormitories were built on new property in 1832 and 1837. The West Wing, the latter of these two buildings, remains today.

Audubon State Historic Site (South of St. Francisville on LA 965) - The nearly 200-year-old Oakley House is where John James Audubon drew inspiration and sketched many of the birds found in his famous Birds of America. The visitor may tour the house-turned-museum, formal gardens, an outside kitchen building and barns, walk the trails and enjoy a picnic lunch at the large pavilion nearby. This lush natural setting, with a variety of birds singing throughout the 100-acre forest, still inspires visitors. In these peaceful environs, it is easy to imagine the artist filling his sketch pad with notes and drawings for his famous series of bird illustrations.

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site (In St. Francisville on La. Hwy. 10) - Built during the 1830s, Rosedown had one of the largest private gardens in the U.S. in the 19th century. Daniel and Martha Turnbull began construction on the main house at Rosedown in 1834, completing it by May the following year. The home was furnished with the finest pieces available, most imported from the North and from Europe. In addition to the gardens and many original structures, visitors can see many furnishings and items that the Turnbulls themselves brought into the main house. Rosedown Plantation is located in the West Feliciana Parish community of St. Francisville along one of the most historic corridors in South Louisiana. The historic presence of the River created deep soil deposits to form uplands that became, in the days of the cotton boom, extremely productive and valuable. In addition to the natural flats, creeks draining to the River created some expanses of rugged, heavily tr!
eed terrain that became profitable as timberland.

Port Hudson State Historic Site (US 61, 30 minutes north of Baton Rouge) - This 909-acre site encompasses part of the Port Hudson Battlefield Civil War Site. Featured are six miles of hiking trails, 1 and 1/2 miles of trenches, a museum and interpretive programs. Fort Desperate, a primary Confederate position, is accessible by a concrete walkway and elevated wooden boardwalks. (The ride will not visit this site, but the members of this site will do a cannon demonstration at 11:30 a.m. at Centenary College)

LAMBRA Road Race Championship Sept 12-13

Ladies and Gentlemen,
This is a reminder about the upcoming LAMBRA Road Race Championship Sept 12-13 and to serve notice that ONE DAY LICENSES WILL BE ALLOWED. This allowance is granted by special dispensation by the LAMBRA Administrator. However, racers participating under a one day license will be ineligible for points and championship medals. Please see Championship Eligibility for details in the rules.

Looking forward to seeing you at Natchez State Park. http://www.natchezbike.org/lambra.htm

Thanks,
Allen Richard
Chris Trippe
co-promoters


8B. Championship Eligibility

8B1. Championships are open only to riders who hold USA Cycling rider annual licenses and meet other qualifications stated in these rules. International licenses are not required to compete in National Championships.

(a) State championships are open only to USCF, UCI Men‟s Continental, or UCI Women‟s Team members who are USA citizens or permanent residents and reside in the state as shown on their licenses. Riders who, at any time in the current year have been members of Men‟s UCI Pro Teams and Professional Continental Teams may not enter these races. (b) National Championships for Junior 17-18, Under 23, and Elites may be entered only by riders who are USA Citizens or are members in the US Armed Forces. (c) Regardless of any general rule pertaining to National Championship eligibility, any National Championship that is a direct qualifier for the World Championships or Olympic Games may only be entered by riders who are eligible under international regulations to enter those events as part of the U.S. team.

8B2. At the option of the Administrators, State Championships may include riders who are ineligible for the championship but championship medals will be awarded only to riders who are eligible.

"Save Alligator Bayou"

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mtnbikeriders.com test KHS XCT 555

Click on the link below to read about the KHS XCT 555.

http://www.mtnbikeriders.com/2009/08/25/khs-xct-555-the-best-bang-for-the-buck/

It's all about performance...

This is funny!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn29DvMITu4

2nd Annual Wheels to Succeed Kid's Bike Race

2nd Annual Wheels to Succeed Kid's Bike Race
Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009
10am-12pm
(first race starts at 10:30am)

FREE!!!

Where: In front of the LSU Field house on Nicholson Drive

*Please visit www.wheelstosucceed.org for online registration and more information*

*All pre-registered by Sept. 24, 2009 will get a finishers award*

*Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for each age category*

*First 25 registered will receive a free helmet*

*Adapted bikes will be provided for those who do not have one of their own yet*

Sponsored by:
McMains Children's Developmental Center
Tiger Cycling Foundation
LSU Gymnastics Team
Safety Council LCA


Ashley Leach, Physical Therapist
aleach@mcmainscdc.org
McMains Children's Developmental Center
1805 College Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Phone: 225-923-3420
Fax: 225-922-9316

LAMBRA Time Trial Championship Results

Results of the LAMBRA/USAC Individual Time Trial Championship are available on the LAMBRA website:

http://www.lambra.org/results/2009/LAMBRA_TT_2009_r.htm

____________________________________________
Randall Legeai
President, Louisiana-Mississippi Bicycle Racing Association
New Orleans, LA, USA. 504-228-5891
http://www.lambra.org

LATEST NEWS: CFR's Roel Paulissen, Marathon World Champion 2009

Roel Paulissen just did it again today and won the Mountainbike Marathon World Champion Title the second time in a row after 2008. Roel finished a spectacular and exciting race with about a 50 second gap in front of Alban Lakata from Austria and XC World Champion Christoph Sauser from Switzerland.

Roel piloted a custom build and painted SCALPEL to this huge succes for Cannondale Factory Racing, and is proud to have earned the jersey again for CANNONDALE!


More detailed press releases to come!

Thanks all for the support



www.cannondale.com

Guru Bicycles star "Viktor Zyemtsev" Wins Ironman Louisville, KY

http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20090830/SPORTS/908300359/1002/sports/Men+s+Ironman+comes+down+to+one+late+rally

Great news: Viktor Zyemtsev beat out some tough competitors yesterday to win IM Louisville in record time. Once again, the custom Crono makes a difference during and after the ride: he ran an impressive 2:43:49 marathon after putting in a smooth, top 5 bike leg. Proof once again that a Guru bike, first and foremost, is about precision serving performance.

We are happy to have Viktor on our side; the guy is a throw-back. Take a look at his last e-mail to us last week:

Hi Roberto!
I'll start IM Louiseville this weekend. I stiil don't have my race-suit from my sponsor. Can you send me a logo, that I can print off and iron on to my race-suit. I would buy special paper at Wal-Mart, to print the logo on to. Then use this paper to Iron on to my race suit. Do you think this would work?
Cencerely.
Viktor.

Priceless. We’re glad it worked, Viktor. Please join us in congratulating him.

Cheers,

Rob Rossi

p.s. Though you shouldn’t reproduce any of the photos featured on-line – we are working to buy-out an appropriate bike shot – feel free to spread the good news to your customers.

Tandem Tour

Well, this time, My wife and I rode the Icefields Parkway and Glacier-Waterton Peace Park in the Rockies in July. Below is the link to the blog on "Crazyguyonabike.com". Crazy Guy is Neil, who set up a cool site for touring cyclist to share their ride with others. You are welcome to go to the site, refer others to the blog if you would like. The blog is filled with pictures and some text recounting our experiences.

http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/TandemMountainTour2009

Later,
Alvin J.

Southern Magnolia 100: Oct 3rd- Gulf Coast of MS

Help us get the word out and come check out our event on October 3rd. Last year's event was great. Discounted rooms at the Palace Casino and it's the first weekend of Crusin the Coast.

Thanks,

Jeff DeLuke
Gulf Coast Bicycle Club
228 697-5598

Southern Magnolia 100

When: Saturday, October 03, 2009

Where: Latimer Community Center 110908 Daisy Vestry Rd, Ocean Springs. 3.5 Miles north of Exit 50 up Tucker Rd

Cost: $25 until Sep 27th, $30 from Sep 28th to day of ride

Register on line at: http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1721270&assetId=A122DA89-AC7C-4B1D-982B-74A3AFD3723F

Time: Registration at 7:00 and Roll at 8:00 AM

Distance: 25, 50, 62, 100 Miles

Vibe: A ride to raise funds for Bike Walk Mississippi, our state advocacy agency

The Southern Magnolia 100 covers mostly flat, fast roads with a few rollers. Fully supported rest stops, door prizes, SAG vehicles, goodie bags, t-shirts, free massages, and post ride food all for only a $25 registration fee ($30 after September 28, 2009). Distance options are 25, 50, 62.5 and 100 miles. RIDE OCCURS RAIN OR SHINE.. NO REFUNDS

Stan Prutz takes on Lance at Leadville 100

The Leadville Mountain Bike 100 is one of those must do races for the
serious racer. In it's 16th year, this race runs from 9,500 to 12,500 feet
elevation with about 12,000' of climbing, including a 7 mile 3000' climb to
12,500'.

This race brings out the best in mountain biking - this year Lance
Armstrong set a course record (with a flat tire the last three miles).
There were riders from 48 states and 18 countries.

You line up at 5:00AM; racing starts at 6:30AM. The first two hours this
year where rainy and cold - you could feel the sleet on your face. Toward
the top of the main climb, about half way thru the race there was more rain
- a cold and windy peak. Some sections you will definitely be pushing your
bike thru the rocks and steep grades.

Of the 1250 or so entrants that showed at the start, less than 900 finished
within the cutoff time of 12 hours. If you finished between 9 and 12
hours, you earned a silver belt buckle. If you finish in under 9 hours,
you'll earn a larger gold and silver buckle. Less than 10% of the starters
finished within 9 hours. They even give awards for consistency - huge 1000
mile belt buckles and jackets for 1100 milers and beyond, There are
several people who have raced Leadville every year for the last 16 years.

The race is professionally run - a big rally / check-in Friday morning;
pasta dinner that evening, a Saturday of racing and an awards ceremony
Sunday morning that everyone attends. They used ankle timing chips this
year. Each finisher got a large souvenir medallion placed around their
next at the finish line. The next day there were hooded sweatshirts
personalized with the riders name and finishing time. Most appreciated is
the support - there are people along the whole course encouraging everyone
they see - this race about doubles the population of Leadville - the town's
people are truly supportive of each rider.

Definitely ranks with the best available race events in this country.
Riders were limited to 1400 this year, about all the course can handle. A
lottery in January determines who gets entrance. Checkout
www.leadvilletrail100.com

I finished 10:36, about the 40th percentile. Matt Davis finished in an
incredible 8:02 with mechanical issues at that - 22nd overall.

Pic was sent seperately.

Stan Prutz, P. E.
QDS Systems, Inc.
11833 Industriplex Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225.755.2255 x120 or 1.888.273.7483
direct: 225.706.0290
fax: 225.755.2266
email: sprutz@qdssystems.com
web: http://www.qdssystems.com
Process Control and Variable Speed Drive Systems
Licensed Engineering and Contracting Firm
CSIA Certified Control and Information System Integrator
CSIA website: http://www.controlsys.org/about/regmem_program.htm

Tarpon Tri in Houma

This is a new triathlon in the Houma. Please come out and support the Tarpon Swim Team.

Thanks

Craig Stevens

3rd Annual Independence ride on Friday July 3rd

Join us on our 3rd Annual Independence ride on Friday July 3rd. The ride is approximately 92 miles starting from Rivertown and ending at Albertson. The pace will be in the 16 – 20 mph range with no one being left behind. We will stop at stores along the way to refuel

Carpool leaves the Albertsons at Bluebonnet and Burbank at 4:45am to arrive at Rivertown for a 6:00am clip in. Any questions, you may call me @ (225) 678-3620.

Rivertown is located just 1/2 mile from the New Orleans International Airport.
Take I-10 to the Williams Blvd. South exit and head towards the river.
Once you cross the railroad tracks (about 2 miles), you'll be in Kenner's River town! Free parking

http://www.rivertow nkenner.com/

Andy Picou

Photos: Tour de Louisiana

Here are a bunch of photo's from all 3 stages this weekend. They are from my camera, so of course they are heavy on the 123 field but there are a bunch of pictures from all categories in the Road Race. Also, my camera is the one I had in Katrina, so it's finally starting to act up, especially in the hands of Candy the photographer.

Go here: http://s196.photobucket.com/albums/aa56/kenbellau/Tour%20de%20LA%202009/?albumview=slideshow

And a quick video from the crit is here: http://s196.photobucket.com/albums/aa56/kenbellau/Tour%20de%20LA%202009/?action=view¤t=TourdeLA713.flv

Feel free to take what you want or ask me for the original.

Kenny

Results of the 2009 38th Annual Tour de Louisiana

Results of the 2009 38th Annual Tour de Louisiana are now available on the NOBC website:
http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org/2009/tdl09_res.htm

Thanks to all of the riders, club members and volunteers who helped make this year's event so much fun.

- Randy.
___________________________________________
Randall Legeai
New Orleans Bicycle Club
New Orleans, LA, USA. 504-228-5891
http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org
http://nola_racing.blogspot.com

TOUR DE LOUISIANE STAGE RACE, JUNE 13-14

TOUR DE LOUISIANE STAGE RACE, JUNE 13-14
=====================================
Reminder: Online registration closes at midnight on Thursday (tomorrow) and there is no additional fee to register online. (Race-day entries are $10 additional.) If you will be in the Mandeville area on Friday night, you can pick up your race numbers and/or register at Spokesman Professional Bicycle Works,1848 N. Causeway Boulevard in the shopping center from 7 pm - 10 pm. Pre-registering saves us a lot of time on race day.

The 2009 Tour de La Race Bible is available on the NOBC website. The maps will look a lot better in color, so if you can print a color copy for yourself it will be easier to read than the black and white version you will receive at registration.

Registration: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=8700
Website: http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org/TDL/tourdela.htm
Race Bible: http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org/TDL/TDLPRO09_booklet.pdf
Friday Night Registration: http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Mandeville&state=LA&address=1848+N.+Causeway+Boulevard

Thanks!

- Randy.
____________________
Randall Legeai
New Orleans Bicycle Club
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
http://www.neworleansbicycleclub.org/
http://nola_racing.blogspot.com/
"If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough."
Mario Andretti

Guru on Discovery / Science Channel TV

http://science.discovery.com/videos/how-its-made-carbon-fiber-bike-frames.html

Hello,

You will find above a video excerpt from a recent episode of the show How It’s Made. Guru was fortunate enough to be featured in their segment on the fabrication of carbon fiber frames. The link below cites
the schedule for the show’s re-airing on the Science Channel (How It’s Made 6, Episode 2). The Canadian broadcast on Discovery Canada won’t be until September ’09 – it always takes longer for good things to find their way up here…

http://science.discovery.com/tv-schedules/series.html?paid=48.14293.126455.16541.1&start=20

There will be other reruns of the episode, but we do not have those dates and times available yet (check the attached website for details moving forward). If you have a chance to see the show, you’ll get a good glimpse into the work that goes into making GURU carbon frames for each of your clients. If nothing else, you’ll get to place some of the faces that make up GURU.

Regards,

Rob Rossi

1st Annual West Feliciana Memorial Day Classic

For more information about these weekend events, visit
www.westfelclassic.org, www.batonrougebikeclub.com, or www.bikebr.org



1st Annual West Feliciana Classic
West Feliciana Classic Stage Race is Saturday & Sunday, May 23-24th, 2009.
Jerseys will be awarded for stages and KOM.

Over $6,500 Cash Purse.
Course Information:
Time Trial (Sat morning 8 AM): 8k one way on slightly rolling, good to excellent roads beginning
from Hemingbough Plantation.
Criterium (Sat afternoon 2 PM): 0.9 mile downtown loop with 6 turns, 1 long climb, and 2 fast downhills.
Road Race (Sun morning 8 AM: 7 miles out and back to a 21 mile loop through the hills of West Feliciana. Excellent roads through rolling hills including a KOM climb up Red Bug Hill on Hwy 421. Road closures at intersections, feed zone at Hwy 421 and Peterson Road. Start and finish at Bains Elementary School.
Register for the West Feliciana Classic at www.active.com (West Feliciana Classic) or go to www.westfelclassic.org

First TT rider off at 8 AM Saturday morning
NOTE: If you are registering for the West Feliciana Classic Time Trial,
Criterium, and Road Race, then you can ride the BRBC Spring Century and BRASS Velo Feliciana free.
Registration includes lunch and dinner Saturday and passes to the catered awards ceremony Sunday.

Website will be updated soon with course maps and race bible.


Baton Rouge Bike Club Spring Century
As part of the 1st Annual West Feliciana Classic, the Baton Rouge Bicycle Club will hold its Spring Century on Monday, Memorial Day, May 25th, at the West Feliciana Sports Park, north of St. Francisville, La. Join us for a day of riding in the beautiful Feliciana Parishes' tree covered, rolling terrain.

Ride lengths are 9, 21, 50, 61, and 100 miles.

Post ride meal included, full SAG support, and rest stops manned by local bike shop volunteers from Pedal Play, Capitol Cyclery, The Bicycle Shop, Mid-City Bikes, and Dave's Bike Repair.

Free t-shirt (guaranteed if you are pre-registered by May 15th, and while they last the day of the ride) and free one-year membership in the Baton Rouge Bike Club with participation.

Fee: $25 before May 25th, $30 day of ride.
Register online at www.active.com (no active.com fees will apply) or view and print a mail-in form at www.batonrougebikeclub.com

Proceeds from the BRBC Spring Century will go toward Bicycle Safety and Education.

Velo Feliciana
After the road race Sunday, have the whole family join the Baton Rouge Advocates for Safe Streets (BRASS) for the Velo Feliciana ride, Sunday, May 24, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.

The ride starts and ends at the West Feliciana Sports Park. BRASS guides will lead riders on a tour of historical sites in and around the St. Francisville area.
Longest route is a little over 12 miles but no one segment of the ride will exceed 2 miles, which should be easily accomplished by almost anyone.

The ride requires a $20.00 donation per rider.

Registration and prep for the ride starts at 1:30 pm. For more information visit www.brsafestrees.org


For lodging, we reccomend:
Quality Inn St. Francis on the Lake (LA212)
7059 US Hwy 61 North , St. Francisville, LA, US, 70775 | Phone: (225) 635-3821 Fax: (225) 635-4708
--There are rooms blocked off for the race

or any of the picturesque B&Bs you'll find on a google search

if you have any additional questions feel free to contact me:

Chris Clark
percist@gmail.com

Road Bike Action Magazine Article

Road Bike Action Magazine Article

NICE article in the Baton Rouge Advocate this morning about Wheels to Succeed

http://www.2theadvocate.com/features/people/43256547.html

Well done Ashley, Jairo, Darren, and all..
Maybe we need to all put Jan 16, 2010 on the calendar?

Cheers,
Laura

Colin Goodier Protection Act Bill

Attached is the bill in its pre-filed form. It's even more than we asked for--a HUGE accomplishment in itself! However, our work is far from done. After a lenghty conversation with Karen Mogridge, ED of Bike Walk MS, I realized we've got to keep the ball rolling. They have tried and failed three times to get a bicycle protection act passed. Let's keep focusing for just a few weeks longer Louisiana. Also, if we pass, it helps Mississippi's chances next year.

The next step is the House Transportation Sub-Committee. The date has not been named yet, but it will be important that voting members from these Representatives' areas be present when they discuss the bill as it's possible our presence will be announced.

Please look at the attached spreadsheet to see if you have a connection to any of the members, especially the Chair, Nita Rusich Hutter from St. Bernard Parish. She will lead the discussion and will have the power to direct the conversation in a positive direction. We NEED her on our side!

If you want to see more info about these members, go here: http://house.louisiana.gov/H_Cmtes/H_Cmte_TR.asp

If you and your family members have not written to your local house and senate seats, there is still plenty of time. Please take 5 minutes to write three e-mails. www.louisiana3feet.com

Thanks, Taylor

Bike Polo in Baton Rouge!!!

For anyone looking for something new, exciting, and different:

Bike Polo in Baton Rouge!!!

It's not just for hipsters anymore, come out and knock around a ball while on the bike. Fixies (track bikes) encouraged but not necessary, all skill levels welcome and encouraged. Great practice for better handling skills!!!

Sure you can sprint up to 40+ but can you stay on the pedals at 2mph while smacking a ball with a mallet???

Polo mallets provided, all you need is your body and bike.

Helmets are reccomended and expect to use it at least a little.

Sunday afternoons at Expressway Park (South St. and East Blvd, under the I10-/110 interchange)--its safe and fun, really!

American Diabetes Association's Tour de Cure - Saturday, May 30

Hey! I just wanted to see if anyone wanted to ride in the Tour de Cure on Saturday, May 30 in St. Francisville. Riders choose from a 25, 50 or 100 mile route. Sign up at www.diabetes.org/tour

cforbes@diabetes.org

Baton Rouge Bike Club Spring Century

Baton Rouge Bike Club Spring Century
As part of the 1st AnnualWest Feliciana Classic, the Baton Rouge Bicycle Club will hold its Spring Century onMonday, Memorial Day, May 25th, at the West Feliciana Sports Park, north of St. Francisville, La. Join us for a day of riding in the beautiful Feliciana Parishes' tree covered, rolling terrain. Ride lengths are 9, 21, 50, 61, and 100 miles. Post ride meal included, full SAG support, and rest stops manned by local bike shop volunteers from Pedal Play, Capitol Cyclery, The Bicycle Shop, Mid-City Bikes, and Dave's Bike Repair. Free t-shirt (guaranteed if you are pre-registered by May 15th, and while they last the day of the ride) and free one-year membership in the Baton Rouge Bike Club with participation. Fee: $25 before May 25th, $30 day of ride.
Register online or by mail at the club website: www.batonrougebikeclub.com Routes are posted on the website, also, for viewing.
Proceeds from the BRBC Spring Century will go toward Bicycle Safety and Education.

1st Annual West Feliciana Classic
West Feliciana Classic Stage Race is Saturday & Sunday, May 23-24th, 2009. Jerseys will be awarded for stages and KOM. Over $6,500 Cash Purse.
Course Information:
Time Trials: 8k one way on slightly rolling, good to excellent roads beginning from Hemingbough Plantation.
Criterium: 0.9 mile downtown loop with 6 turns, 1 long climb, and 2 fast downhills.
Road Race: 7 miles out and back to a 21 mile loop through the hills of West Feliciana. Excellent roads through rolling hills including a KOM climb up Red Bug Hill on Hwy 421. Road closures at intersections, feed zone at Hwy 421 and Peterson Road. Start and finish at Bains Elementary School.
Register for the West Feliciana Classic online at the BRBC website www.batonrougebikeclub.com or go towww.westfelclassic.org
NOTE: If you are registering for the West Feliciana Classic Time Trial, Criterium, and Road Race, then you can ride the BRBC Spring Century for free

Inspired Bicycles - Danny MacAskill April 2009

Check This out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z19zFlPah-o

Alligator Bayou Tours talk about the draining of Alligator Bayou issue

Meet at Alligator Bayou for clip in at 4 p.m. The ride is not a race. Instead it is geared for folks who ride at a leisurely pace. The ride will head down Manchac Bayou Road towards Bayou Paul Rd. One can either continue straight & follow the road as it turns into Bayou Paul Lane or turn left onto Bayou Paul Road & head towards Nicholson (but first turning onto Bayou Paul Lane right before Nicholson).

The distance can be as short as 14 miles or longer if you want to cross Nicholson & head towards RR as long as you're back in time to hear the operators of Alligator Bayou Tours talk about the draining of Alligator Bayou issue. This is not a BRBC ride. I'm leading it as a Sierra Club event.

ncgrush@yahoo.com


Alligator Bayou is a jewel of our area. I am very interested in hearing
what the operators of Alligator Bayou have to say. I have been trying
to keep up with the issue in the media.

Thanks for organizing this event.

buddy

Baton Rouge Battle MTB Race at Comite Trails

Memorial Day Classic Stage Race

Power Man Alabama

PedalPlay Kick off, Tour De Cure

Q&A with Mirinda Carfrae: The World Champ Is Setting Her Sights on Kona

Written by Liz Hichens
Photos by Brad Kaminski




The 70.3 and Ironman World Champion Gear Up For a Battle in Kona 2009




Q&A with Mirinda Carfrae: The World Champ Is Setting Her Sights on Kona

Written by Liz Hichens


Carfrae will be competing in Kona in October. Photo by Brad Kaminski.
With Chrissie Wellington dominating the last two years at the Ford Ironman World Championships in Kona, many have raised the question as to who will challenge Wellington in the 2009 race. After sticking strictly to half-Ironman distance races, former Ironman 70.3 world champion Mirinda Carfrae is adding her name to the list of contenders who will challenge for the top spot in Kona.

We sat down with Carfrae to talk about her decision to take on Kona, as well as how she will approach her season leading up to the big event.

Triathlete: How do you feel coming off of 2008?

Carfrae: I was pretty disappointed with the Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater and how that ended up, but last year was a mixed bag and I did have some good results early last season. In the first ten races, I was on the podium nine times and that was great. Having said that, I would trade all of that for a world title. Looking forward, I'm pretty excited about this whole season with the Ironman World Championship in Kona being the big goal. It is a different focus for me than it has been over the last few years and I'm very excited for what's to come.

Triathlete: What will your race schedule be leading up to Kona?

Carfrae: I will be doing a lot of 70.3s again. I'm racing Ironman 70.3 California at Oceanside, St. Anthony's Triathlon, and St. Croix Ironman 70.3. Then I will have a heavy race schedule in June with Revolution Three, Eagleman Ironman 70.3, and Ironman 70.3 Buffalo Springs Lake. After that, I'm going to be getting ready to do Kona.

Triathlete: Do you enjoy having a heavy racing schedule?

Carfrae: I love racing. I think that was one of my problems last year. I definitely needed to sit down with my coach and say, when are we going to get quality training and rest, and when is the best time to race? I try to get in as many races as possible without hurting my training program and my improvement.

Triathlete: Why did you choose this year to go after Kona?

Carfrae: I always had in the back of my mind that 2009 would be the year that I would do Kona. I'm 28 this year, so I figure it's a good year to give it a shot. Most women peak in their low- to mid-30s, and I definitely think you can stay strong into your late 30s and 40s. I didn't want to do Kona too early in my career, and I enjoyed racing the 70.3 series. I'm ready to take the big leap.



Along with Wellington and Sandra Wallenhorst, Carfrae is part of Cannondale's trio of female triathletes competing in Kona this year.
Triathlete: Will you focus on one area over another leading up to Kona?

Carfrae: I think the bike will be the focus for me. I feel like women's racing in Kona has really taken a step up over the past couple of years. We've got Chrissie, who has really raised the bar, and there are a bunch of women who can run sub-three-hour marathons and are still riding very strong. I think if I can have a strong swim and a really good bike, I just need to be there on the run.

Triathlete: Leading up to Kona you are still focusing on the half-Ironman distance races, will your training throughout the season be any different?

Carfrae: I will be upping my long ride and my long run. With 70.3s you can really get away with training with the mindset that you're training for an Olympic-distance race. The half is so much closer in distance to an Olympic than it is to an Ironman. The last few years I have been putting in longer runs and rides just to see how my body would handle it. I always knew I would do an Ironman.



Carfrae is still considering competing at Clearwater after Kona. Photo by Brad Kaminski.
Triathlete: Will you still be doing Clearwater?

Carfrae: I would like to think so, but everything is geared towards Kona at the moment and I will reassess after the race. I feel like I probably will race Clearwater, but anything can happen in Kona.

Triathlete: How do you feel about Cannondale's recent announcement that Chrissie Wellington will be riding Cannondale for the next three years?

Carfrae: I love Cannondale. I've ridden on their bikes my whole career. Any athlete of her caliber who wants to ride a Cannondale shows the high quality of the product. Any way that we can get Cannondale in the spotlight is a good thing and I'm all for it. I also get along very well with Chrissie. I think she's great.

Wellington saught the advice of Carfrae when making her decision to go with Cannondale. Photo by Brad Kaminski.