Massage

     I think just about everyone can benefit from an occasional massage to work out a few aches and pains.  That goes double for people spending a lot of hours on a bicycle.  If you are looking for professional massage therapy in Rexburg, consider Kate Little at Advantage Therapeutic Massage.  Kate is a marathon runner and very in tune with the issues afflicting runners and cyclists.  Her practice is located in the Madison Ridge Chiropractic Building.  She is currently working in Rexburg every other week. I have been going to Kate for ten years or so and can give her a wholehearted recommendation.

     You can call (208)656-3205 to make an appointment or visit here website. www.rexburgmassage.com

 

Tate Finishes Strong at Crossvegas

Held annually in conjunction with Interbike, Crossvegas draws 10,000 spectators and advertizes itself as the largest cyclocross event in the United States.  Participation in Crossvegas is by invitation only.  I think Brian had something to do with getting Tate into the USA Cycling race at Crossvegas and he did not disappoint.  Tate started in the second to last row in 101^st position.  In the first lap, another cyclist hit a barrier.  Tate got smacked by the bike which lacerated his leg, but he did not go down.  Tate rode the entire race at red line finishing 17^th overall, a fine result in a very prestigious event.

Registration Link for The Cube

http://rexburgrecreation.sportsites.com/player/homeplayer.aspx

Register Now. Get This Shirt.

          We are committed to keeping the registration to the Cube as inexpensive as possible ($10 for kids, $20 for adults) but still putting on a top quality race.  Here is one thing to sweeten the deal.  Tate’s wife Allison designed this very cool shirt.  We will attempt to provide a shirt to everyone who participates, but we can only guarantee them to the people who preregister by Saturday, September 21^st.

 

Tonight's Ride Cancelled

Due to weather conditions

 

 

Bear Lake Monster Cross News and Update

We are less than two weeks away from the inaugural Bear Lake Monster Cross event and we know many of you have several questions - because we've received those questions in emails and Facebook messages.

So here's the scoop.

As you should know, Bear Lake Monster Cross was postponed from its original June 29 date because of a serious car accident that sent me, your event director, to the ICU for a few days. We know the date change was not ideal and has caused many of our pre-registered riders to rethink their participation in the ride. We totally understand that.

Some of you have asked for refunds and we will be processing those shortly after our September 28 event has concluded. Our registration company will process those refunds, but has told us they can not do that until after the event has occurred. Everyone who has preregistered will receive a complimentary entry to our 2014 Bear Lake Monster Cross as a sorry-thank you gift. Those who have requested refunds for the 2013 ride will get that, too.

For those of you who are coming, we're going to make it well worth your entry fee.

Our numbers will not be huge - the date change is primarily responsible for that. But we had already ordered a ton of gear and SWAG. What this means is everyone who does show up to ride is going home with a boatload of stuff. We've got jerseys, hats, t-shirts, stickers, pint glasses, shot glasses, etc.

Long story short: Those who request a refund will get one. Those who show up for the ride will go home with a lot of stuff to help promote the race for next year. EVERYONE gets a 2014 entry.

Also, we've been asked what kind of bike is best for Bear Lake Monster Cross. We recommend a cyclocross bike because the vast majority of the ride will be on gravel/dirt roads. We'll have about 15 miles of paved road and about 5 miles of semi-rough double-track jeep trail. A mountain bike will handle everything perfectly well, but a CX bike will get you through the course faster and with very little difficulty. Just load up the Stans and bring an extra tube or two with you.

The 2013 Bear Lake Monster Cross event will be fairly low key. We'll still provide full-supported aid stations and SAG, but some of the other bells and whistles at the start/finish line will be kept to a minimum. One thing is for sure, the route is beautiful and those who do ride with us will experience a century ride like none other.

Hope this answers your questions.

bearlakemonsterride.com

 

Time Change Pending for the TNR

Tomorrow night will be the final 6 p.m. departure of the season.  The following week, (September 24^th) we will be moving the start time up to 5:30 p.m.  If you have lights, it would probably be good to start bringing them since the days will only continue to get shorter.

Chris Horner Seals the Deal on the Angliru

In the end, Vincenzo Nibali did not give up without a fight.  He attacked and gapped Horner four times on the Angliru, the final climb of the 2013 Vuelta.  The fifth attack came from Horner and it was the one that stuck. 

copyright Bettini/Cyclingnews.com

 

http://www.cyclingnews.com/vuelta-a-espana/stage-20/photos/279586

http://velonews.competitor.com/2013/09/news/chris-horners-patience-pays-off-on-the-ascent-of-the-angliru_302858

 

The Start of the Cyclocross Season is Only a Week Away.

     The first race in the Victor cyclocross series, The Kross Kickoff, is scheduled for next Saturday September 21^st.  The Victor guys have never put on a bad race.  If you can go, you will have a great time.  If not, please help spread the word by forwarding this message to everyone you know.  For scheduling details and registration, please use this link:

http://victorvelo.blogspot.com/

     As most of you know, in Rexburg, we are working on the return of The Cube.  We have placed the responsibility for designing the course in the very capable hands of Tate Litchfield.  At six p.m. on Monday night, we will be meeting at the Nature Park to do a ride through of some of the course options.  Anyone who is interested is welcome to come and brainstorm with us.

     The undisputed king of local races is Moose Cross which is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday October 12^th and 13th.  I am happy to give you your first look at their 2013 poster.  There is also a sweet pink version of this poster which I will be posting later.

http://www.moosecross.com/

 

 

Ride the Sidewinder Trail

     After many years mostly on the road, I guess I am pretty out-of-touch with the local mountain bike scene.  A few days ago, I posted a comment mostly bemoaning the state of the Stinking Springs Trail.  Tony called tonight to tell me about the Sidewinder Trail.  It is closed to motorized vehicles and more or less parallels Stinking Springs which is a multi-use trail.  The two trails meet about three quarters of the way to the top. Tony says Sidewinder is a sweet trail.  Access to the Sidewinder Trail is through the swinging gate directly north of the Stinking Springs parking area (just left of the SS trail).

     You can find more information on Sidewinder and other local trails at the web site of the Snake River Mountain Bike Club.   

http://www.snakerivermountainbikeclub.com/

 

Chris Horner On Regaining Vuelta Lead for the Third Time

"I didn't lose any sleep last night about being three seconds behind, so I'm not gonna lose any sleep tonight about being three seconds ahead, At my age, I'm used to winning and used to losing. To be in the lead of the Vuelta with two days to go, it's not the first surprise of my life, but it's a very good one."

http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/horner-back-on-top-and-eying-overall-vuelta-a-espana-victory

Horner Moves Within Three Seconds of Regaining Vuelta Lead

     If you have not been following the Vuelta, let me give you a little recap.  After briefly leading the race, Chris Horner struggled in the Stage11 time trial.  Following the TT, Horner dropped to fourth overall, 46 seconds behind race leader Vincenzo Nibali.  Nibali, the current Giro d'Italia champion, continues to hold the race lead, but just barely.

     On the strength of outstanding climbing, calm demeanor, and unfailing optimism, Horner has managed to claw back time a few seconds here, a few seconds there in a style that is in sharp contrast to the high-octane exploits of the Armstrong Era.  With two very difficult climbing days looming tomorrow and Saturday, Horner is looking like the favorite for the GC win when the Vuelta concludes Sunday in Madrid.

     You can read the details of today's stage here:

http://www.cyclingnews.com/vuelta-a-espana/stage-18/results

Photo copyright Bettini/Cyclingnews.com

Some Photos and Video of Tate's New Bike

 

Another Lotoja Shout Out

Tonight on the Tuesday Ride, Guy Robertson told me that he had completed another Lotoja on Saturday along with his friend Gary Wight.  I think it is a big deal when anyone finishes Lotoja, but at age 66, Mr. Wight deserves special recognition. Congratulations to both of you.

2013 Season Announcement from UTCX

 

I see fall in the trees and the smell of waffles in the air... CROSS COMETH!!

2013 UTCX will be kick off in 18 days!!

The almost official schedule looks like this...Sept 28...Draper
Oct 5... The Fort Buenaventura
Oct 12... SLC Fair Park or Soldier Hollow
Oct 19... Weber County Fair Grounds
Oct 26/27... Big Cottonwood Sports Complex for Spooky Cross (Double)
Nov 2... Rocky Mountain Raceway
Nov 9... Weber CFG & Cross Out Cancer
Nov 16... Wheeler
Nov 23... Weber CFG Utah State Championship!!!
Nov 30... The Fort
Dec 7... Wheeler
(More Details... go to www.utahbikeracing.com)

New this year....
Pro purse at each event...
New timing system...
New courses and new barriers!?!?

Season Passes and 8 race passes are now available online
http://utahbikeracing.com/utcx-season-pass

We have seen many of you at cross practice and racing at some early season events.  We have seen new CX bikes under new and old faces on the web...  answered tons question about the Who, What, When, Where, and How....

Finally it is (almost) here!!