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1.5 days ’til X Games

Let’s take a quick look at some more pics of Syd, in the Mud. Take a close look and you see Catherine Walberg (Kenda-blk/red).

Why was Syd tired after the race…HMMM?


HO HO HO! Christmas is here already. The smell of pine, … Continue Reading

Spinning Tonight


Just wanted to get the map out there for anyone wanting to attend the trainer night tonight. Bring your bike and a trainer or call Carrie to see if we’ve got extras.

The meeting/social last night was awesome and we’ll have some updates soon…stay tuned. Thanks to all that joined us!

**Also, it’s worth noting that the “soapbox” issue, from last week is still getting comments and views daily. I encourage everyone to periodically check that. There’s a new comment from a pessimistic “anonymous” skeptic. It got me hot under … Continue Reading

Psycho-Cross Nationals

“There were hundreds of wrecks. At one point the announcer figured the average for each rider was running 3 spills every 10 minutes. Forks were broken, wheels flew off and it was just quite the eye opener for yours truly. In fact, the race winners were those who were able to keep the tire side down the most.”
Read more of Syd’s account at Sydspinnin

Syd managed a podium for her masters race (2nd!) and finished the women’s elite (which is an accomplishment that should not be under appreciated). … Continue Reading

Hope


(wow, that’s a hokey image!)
A quick update and thank you to all that have read and given feedback on this issue. We’re excited about the positive talk that’s happened and I give kudos to the mayor for being incredibly receptive to our suggestions and feedback.

There’s still hope for the Tour of Elk Grove to give women two races that weekend. We’ll keep our fingers crossed do some so heavy lifting to get a good show of women if that opportunity should arise.

While this issue is far from its … Continue Reading

Soap Box

It’s been a tough few days. I’ve rather suddenly taken a more political stance than usual. I’ve been in a few conversations trying to defend women’s racing and it’s continued support. After a heated conversation last year with the Tour of KC director about his negligence in properly addressing women’s fields, I’m on the soap box again with the coordinator for the Tour of Elk Grove.

You can read the point of my concern here.

It’s a difficult position to be in; to feel like you’re running around, doing … Continue Reading