THE VOICE OF NORTHWEST JULY 97 • FREE Heading for the 1997 NORBA National Championships nside is the Official Program for the 1997 NORBA National I Championship Series at Snoqualmie Pass, WA. An estimated 2,500 of the best mountain bikers will be riding, Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, August 3, Downhill, Slalom, Observed Trails and Cross Country on some of the most challenging courses. The weekend also includes clinics, demon- strations, even a Shimano Kids Race. Check out the Official Program inside for directions, event times, and other informa- tion to make your weekend complete. Head out to Snoqualmie Pass and witness the action!

See “Race Program” on page 11 Athletic Medicine Eat with your mouth, breathe with your nose Part II

BY MICHAEL LEWIS, D.C., C.C.S.P. ast month I introduced the idea of improv Ling performance and health through nose breathing. The idea is not a new one, but one that has been recently refined in a new book by Dr. John Douillard (Body, Mind and Sport, Crown Trade, NY,NY). So just why is the nose better for inhala- tion? The nose is a specialized tool built for breathing. The following are some anatomical benefits that the nose has over the mouth: The interiors of the nasal passages are made

See “Breathe With Your Nose” on page 20 Fresca Continues Racing Tradition

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2 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper OPINION

VOLUME 2 7 • NUMBER 5 An open letter to Washington State Ferries JU L Y 1997

PUBLISHERS Paul Clark BY GORDON BLACK Bob McCall ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Bob McCall I hate to pick on an easy target. But, like will load first; late arriving bicyclists will seem intolerant of bicyclists. Some let you EDITOR Alison Bohan Oscar Wilde, I can resist everything ex- load last but that loaders will provide an load at a lull in the vehicle loading; oth- GRAPHIC DESIGN Dave Shaw cept temptation. Besides, the state ferries additional opportunity for bicyclists to ers make you wait. Nevdon Jamgochian have had this coming, for a long time. board. Some do. Some don’t. Some load- As the ferries become ever busier, bicycle Kate Pak I’m talking here about their treat- numbers have grown. They will continue ILLUSTRATION Rik Davit to grow. The new vehicle ferries commis- WRITERS Tim Engle ment of bicyclists and bicycles. For Estelle Gray a long time I’ve included myself in sioned by the state (and to which all tax- Maynard Hershon the camp of regular ferry users payers are paying) should have been a Gordon Black who placed faith in the ferry great opportunity to accommodate these Brett Stav system’s bicycle advisory commit- Outspokin’ swelling ranks of bikes. It wasn’t for lack PRINTING Consolidated Press tee. What a nice idea. Instead of a of bicyclists trying to provide input. One Grosse Mailing BY GORDON BLACK MAILING verbal war over issues, both sides commuter who is a naval architect even get together every month or so and put forward suggestions on to how mod- Cover: Photo by estly modify the design to accommodate Steve Barnett talks it over in a civilized fashion. And there’s the rub—it’s mainly bike storage. This would have created talk. Despite the best intentions of storage for 60 bikes or so. “Niet,” said those who participate on the ad- the ferry system architect. visory committee, very little or Consequently, the Tacoma and nothing seems to get done. I con- Wenatchee car ferries won’t have any cede, there is the bicycle pass pro- better provisions for bikes than the Spo- gram. Kudos to those who pushed kane and the Walla Walla. As for foot that through. The pass is a big advan- ers make bicyclists wait until the final ferries, they allegedly will better cater to tage to bicycle commuters, but could vehicle has been packed on, requiring bikes. I hope so. The other week I saw a probably be more effectively managed bikers to carry their bikes overhead past rider clad in lycra through and administered by NowBike than it can the cars at the back of the ferry. downtown Seattle, bound for the ferry be by the ferry system. Bicyclists get to unload first. That’s con- terminal. She lived on Vashon Island and Bicycle Paper is published ten times a year, monthly The pass frees bicyclists of the bother of venient, except when the crews have al- had been denied boarding because of the February through November by Clark-McCall Com- munications, Inc., 1205 East Pike St., Suite 1A, Se- buying 50 cent daily tickets but it still lowed motorcycles to pile up at the front current limited capacity of the existing attle, WA 98122. Phone 206-323-3301 Fax 206-323- leaves them at the mercy of the ferry of the boat, making it difficult and dan- passenger ferries. 2905. E-mail [email protected] Sub- scription rates: $12.00 per year; $20.00 for two crews, and the general intransigence of gerous to squeeze past. One day I What’s missing with the ferry system is years. the ferry system’s commanders. The thanked a loading officer for requiring an inability to see itself not as an iso-

POSTMASTER Send address changes to: irony here is that the ferry system is a all motorcyclists to wait in the wings of lated glorified navy but as an integral Bicycle Paper, 1205 East Pike St., Suite 1A militaristic organization - big on uni- the ferry. He was surprised at being part of the transportation system, cater- Seattle, Washington 98122 forms with gold braid - but surprisingly thanked. To my question about getting ing to a variety of passengers. Only a All articles, photos and artwork appearing in Bi- poor at passing along orders. Take the this to become the standard procedure I concerted effort to change attitudes and cycle Paper are the sole property of Bicycle Paper. No reprinting or any other use is allowed without obtain- issue of loading. As part of the negotia- was told that it’s up to the crews. Now shake-up the organization will achieve ing the written permission of the publisher or editor. tions to get the pass program going, the there’s democracy. Perhaps the crews - that. Instead of the bluster about being Unsolicited editorial contributions about person- alities, touring, racing, advocacy, equipment, health ferry system insisted on getting all appli- among the less well-paid members of the the largest ferry system in the United and events are welcome. All manuscripts should be cants to sign an agreement saying pass ferry system staff - have the power to States, let’s have it claim to be the best accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Write or call for editorial guidelines and deadlines.All holders would follow ferry system rules. make other decisions too! ferry fleet in the country. Now that’s a advertising inquiries should be directed to Bob McCall. That would be fine if they were evenly That’s the great frustration with the ferry claim, if attained, I’d certainly lift my Bicycle Paper is listed in The Consumer Magazine & applied. The agreement says bicyclists system. Some crews are great, others glass to. Agri Media Source SRDS.

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Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 3 Championships. “Fresca Invitational” from This year’s Fresca Invita- tional culminates the 1997 Page 1 Tour of America, and will Championships. This year, Seattle’s crown the overall men’s tradition for producing big-time bicycle champion of the six-race races continues on July 13, when Alki professional cycling series. Point hosts the Fresca Invitational, pre- America’s top professional sented by Saturn. and amateur teams are ex- “The Fresca Invitational represents pected to compete, includ- our commitment to keep national-cali- ing Team Saturn, with ber bicycle racing in Seattle,” said Peter Olympians Steve Hegg and Kaye, Fresca Brand Manager, Coca-Cola Mike McCarthy; the USA. “Seattle has proven itself as a leader United States Postal Ser- in the promotion of the sport, and we vice Team; Team Shaklee; are proud to continue that tradition.” Plymouth; Richbrau; Fresca sponsored the 1996 U.S Olympic Comptel-Colorado Cy- Team Trials - Cycling, and the 1994 and clist, with Pullman’s Kirk 1995 Fresca National Cycling Champi- Willett; Saturn of Bellevue, onships, held in Seattle. with Tacoma’s Kenny Wil- Set at West Seattle’s picturesque Alki liams and West Seattle’s Point, the Fresca Invitational will feature Doug Carlton; Ray’s Boat- three criteriums, highlighted by a Men’s house, with Redmond’s Pro/1 event. The Men’s Invitational will Paul Dahlke and Seattle’s At the 1995 Frsca National Cycling Championships PHOTO:MARIANNE MCCOY feature the nation’s best professional cy- Ron Schmeer; and Naviga- clists as they race for $20,000 in cash tors, featuring Milwaukee, Oregon’s Todd America event. If you are unable to catch of top-class sprinters as they dash for and prizes on the Fresca Invitational’s Littlehales, who has already scored two big the monumental race or would like to catch cash and prizes. Expect to feel a bicycle- fast, four corner, 1.1-mile beach front wins at the Redlands Tour and the Athens it again, the race will be broadcast on Fox induced wind of 40 m.p.h. along this course. Twilight Criterium this season. Sport Northwest on July 19 at 3 p.m. and stretch. At the Fresca Invitational’s third “The Fresca Invitational encompasses “We’re pleased to be a part of the Tour on July 22 at noon. and fourth corners, at 63rd Avenue SW Alki Point’s unique atmosphere and cre- of America,” said Penny. “The Fresca There are many prime viewing areas and Beach Drive SW and Beach Drive ates a perfect setting for national-caliber Invitational, as an addition to the Tour within walking distance along the Fresca SW at Alki Avenue SW, spectators can bicycle racing,” said Steve Penny, Vice of America, is a big step in our quest to Invitational’s short, 1.1-mile route. The watch in awe at the speed, tactics and President of Bob Walsh Enterprises, the broaden Seattle’s visibility and increase Start/Finish and first and last corners, cornering techniques of professional cy- event’s organizers. Alki Point has hosted the popularity of cycling through a pres- located along Alki Avenue SW between clists at their best. several cycling events in the past, includ- tigious national series.” Seattle is the first the Alki Point Lighthouse and 63rd Av- As part of the Fresca Invitational’s ing the 1995 Fresca National Criterium city on the West Coast to host a Tour of enue SW, will capture the intense speed festivities, a full afternoon of activities

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4 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper are scheduled. Full Sail Bicycle Racing: From noon to 7:00 p.m., a Race Expo will feature local vendors, sponsors, cy- Charting a Course cling clubs and other organizations re- BY TIM ENGLE tailing and sampling their services. Also at noon, the Pyramid Beer & The Burke-Gilman trail winds its way Johnsonville Brat Fry, hosted by KJR FM, sedately through some of the best views begins at the corner of 63rd Avenue SW to be had from a bicycle in Seattle. From and Alki Avenue SW. the autumn brilliance of the UW cam- Cascade Bicycle Club will host a Bi- pus to the sun-reflecting waters of Lake cycle Rodeo from noon to 2:00 p.m., Union and Lake Washington, the path where children can learn proper bicycle offers wondrous sights for recreational safety habits. At 2:20 p.m., two Kid’s riders and racers alike. Such scenery Races will be held for children ages 5 - 9 serves to soothe the mind and generates and 10 -13. All participants will receive a feeling of good will to fellow cyclists. medals, and an approved safety helmet Such was the case one afternoon with is required. local Cat II racer Jodie Allen winding To highlight Seattle’s diverse cycling down from a training ride on the trail community and reduce parking/traffic near the UW campus. congestion, event organizers are encour- “I was riding behind this little girl and Fresca Criterium Start 1995 PHOTO:MARIANNE MCCOY aging cyclists to take part in the Ride to her father and it seemed like she was the Race. Several local cycling clubs are struggling to keep up,” explains the coordinating rides to West Seattle’s mother of future NORBA racer Ritchie Fresca Invitational the morning of the Tour of America Standings (after five of six events) Allen. “When I came up to them, I asked the father if he would be offended if I event, including Cascade Bicycle Club. 1. Norm Alvis, (USA) ...... Team Saturn ...... 62 pts. were to offer some advice. To the con- For more information on CBC’s Ride to 2. Cezary Zamana, (POL) ...... MROZ...... 61 pts. the Race, contact George Buck at (206) trary, he was very open to the thought 3. Massimiliano Lelli, (ITA) ...... Saeco-Cannondale ...... 59 pts 524-6032. of raising his daughter’s saddle but hadn’t Alki Point is located on the west end 4. Scott McGrory, (AUS) ...... Die-Continentale ...... 57 pts. been able to do so before their ride.” of West Seattle. From I-5, take the West 5. Bart Bowen, (USA)...... Team Saturn Thus began a friendship that would re- Seattle Freeway to SW Admiral Way. sult in the sponsorship of a cycling team. Take a right and follow SW Admiral Way Former Tour of America Overall Champions You see, the gentleman who was out to the race course. Parking is limited, so 1993-Lance Armstrong, ...... Team Motorola ...... Austin, TX riding with his daughter was Bill Curley, Area Sales Manager for The Full Sail arrive early, or even better- ride!! 1994-Steve Bauer, ...... Team Motorola ...... Fenwick, Ontario Brewing Company. Noticing the Thomas Call Seattle Transportation at 684- 1995-Lance Armstrong, ...... Team Motorola ...... Austin, TX ROAD for a free Seattle Bicycle Guide Kemper jersey that Jodie was wearing, 1996-Chris Horner, Nutra ...... Fig Cycling Team...... San Diego, CA Map that details the many bicycle routes Continued on Page 6 to and from West Seattle. See you there!

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Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 5 THE STEEP DIFFERENCE “Full Sail” from previous page Bill was curious of her con- nection to the company. Once it was learned that Thomas Kemper was a sponsor but was not continuing the con- tract, thoughts of a possible future sponsorship with Full Sail Ales were entertained. “We had received numer- ous proposals for sponsorship Brand name of beer festivals, sailing regat- tas, and car races, but the men’s and ladies’ sport of cycling invokes the most of what we were look- Full Sail Racers bike clothing at ing for in a representative of our beers. The healthy lifestyle coupled a proposal with Trek and Carter with the fun-loving nature of cyclists Volkswagen explaining our goals and 40% OFF meshes well with our product, “ ex- they stepped up almost immediately! plained Curley. The fact that Bill is no This helped with our proposal to The Full REGULAR stranger to the saddle, having ridden un- Sail Brewing Company, for it was the supported across the U.S. in 1977, didn’t visibility and exposure that they were PRICES harm the chances of a sponsorship. looking for in a sponsorship.” The next step was to draft a proposal Thus, a professional package was cre- to The Full Sail Brewing Company. Jodie ated. Though The Full Sail Brewing enlisted the help of team founder Steve Company is the primary sponsor of the Poulter. Poulter, a six-time Great Britian road team, other sponsors must be com- National Team Member who represented mended. They are Market Associates, his birth country in the 1984 Olympics INC., Sachs Bicycle Components, Pace and has numerous U.S. Masters’ Cham- Cycles, Powerbars and Chameleon pionship jerseys stepped up to the task. Sportswear. In addition to The Full Sail FACTORY OUTLET Using his cultured demeanor learned as Brewing Company, off-road sponsors are a professional racer in both Europe and Trek, Carter Volkswagen, Giro, Oakley, Factory Stores at North Bend the U.S., the Redmond-based father of Rock Shox, Time Pedals and Shoes, Con- North Bend, WA 206•831•1602 Monday–Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-6pm twins worked with Curley and Allen on trol Tech, Clif Bar, Sachs Bicycle Com- a sponsorship proposal. The road team ponents, Bontrager Wheels and Tires and was on its way to gaining a sponsor, but Gregg’s Greenlake Cycle. Allen was not done, for she races off- Many riders see sponsorship as a road as well. The logical move was to means to pay for race fees, parts dis- incorporate her connections with the counts, or simply a free ride. The key to ride a masterpiece community in hopes of obtaining and retaining a sponsor is to garnering sponsorship for local be a professional and gratuitous emis- Coast to Coast Bicycle Classic™ standouts. sary of the sponsors. If you’re looking Seattle WA to Asbury Park, NJ ¥ June16ÐAugust 2, 1997 TK&A, the The off-road players involved were for some pointers, observe The Full Sail Don’t miss this opportunity to cycle across the USA—a cyclist’s dream. After 3 mountain most ranges, 12 states, 3,400 miles, 48 days and dozens of new friends and countless adventures, Andrew Gagne and Joseph Brown, both Brewing Company Team riders at the the CTC will be remembered as one of the most powerful experiences of your life.. experienced expert-rated mountain bikers. “What we next race. They’ll point your ship in the Wheeling Washington IV™ bicycle thought was what if we did a western right direction. 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6 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper Opinion

Tuxedos and Bicycles: Looking for a fit

BY ESTELLE GRAY I bought a tuxedo yesterday. It is a long story but I have always wanted one and I finally decided to spend the big bucks. I didn’t know much about tuxes so I asked my buddy, Steve, for help. He is the conductor of a large symphony and he has a closet full of monkey suits. If any- one knows about tuxes it’s got to be him. When I asked Steve what to look for he was quite telling you a true story! bend over or how straight you sit up. Be sure this is a adamant in his advice. He told me that the name There are a number of components necessary for a comfortable position. This is the place in the process brand was extremely important. He strongly recom- proper bicycle fit. First, there is the task of selecting a where it is important not to get hung up on a brand mended that I look for a Christian Dior. No two bike that is the best fit for you and then there is the name. Don’t limit or restrict yourself to a certain ways about it, it had to be black...no trendy fashion process of adjusting it to fit you. Bikes are built brand until you know that it fits well. colors, and preferably it should be wool. He said that overseas, put in a box and then shipped to the United Once you have picked a bike that fits well, be sure I should also get a real bow tie and he promised me a States. Mechanics assemble the bike by putting the that you get it individually set up for you. Confirm tying lesson. His last words were that I had to get a saddle anywhere they want to, angling the bars any that the seat is at the right height as well as in the “fit” cummerbund and braces, and that the proper which way, selecting the stem height and the brake right position forward and aft. (The salesperson will shoes would be needed or all would be wasted. lever position. Are these all right for you? If you drop a plum line to determine this.) If you need to tilt I took his words of wisdom and headed to Tuxedo didn’t come in the box, specifically for that bike, the the bars or raise or lower the stem to feel more Depot. I had a very nice salesman who asked me bike probably doesn’t fit you very well and is most comfortable, go ahead. Also make sure that the brake what I wanted. I repeated the above information and likely not adjusted for you unless your salesperson levers are at the right height, angle and adjustment added that I had a 32" inseam. He was surprised that carefully spent time to measure and position every- for your hands. my legs were so long as I am only 5’6". He took me thing. Let’s start from the beginning. Last but not least, pay attention to the saddle. Lots to a rack that had lots of tuxedos with 32" leg It is important that you have clearance to stand of people ask about derailleurs where, in fact, the lengths. We held them up to me and confirmed that over the top tube, most people size their bike on this part of the bike noticed the most is the part you’ll be indeed that was the length that I needed. We cruised alone. However, clearance over the top tube has sitting on. Most manufacturers put on cheap seats the rack until I found one that had all the right nothing to do with the reach to the handlebars. Every because they know that no matter what they supply it features. (I learned that braces was just a fancy word bike of the same seat tube size does not necessarily won’t be right for everyone. If the stock seat doesn’t for suspenders!) I took it to the checkout counter and have the same size top tube or stem. It’s easy to raise feel great during the test ride it probably won’t feel away I went!! or lower the saddle a few inches but if the top tube is any better 30 miles later. You can probably guess the rest. I was so excited too long or too short it will make for a very uncom- The next time that you are out riding, make it a about all the features and buzzwords that I didn’t pay fortable ride. It’s similar to buying a pair of jeans point to look at other any attention to the fit of the suit. Of course the only with the proper length inseam but then discovering cyclists. You’ll begin to notice that everyone is part that fit properly was the leg length. I suggest that the waist is 2 inches too large or too small. positioned differently. that if you bought your bicycle by looking for all the When you purchase a bike, be sure that the salesper- Some riders will look comfortable, others will not. right “buzz words” and standing over it to see how son spends time measuring your upper body and And If you’re out on the Burke Gilman Trail and you much room you have then your bike probably fits arms and works with you to be sure that the reach to notice someone riding in a poorly fit tuxedo, please you as well as that tux would have fit me, if I was the bars is correct. Also pay attention to how far you wave. It might be me!!

Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 7 NEWS & NOTES Do you have a regional note? Rack & Roll Tour •Raise money for pro-bicycle advo- miles each, briefing on diet, racing tac- Call Alison Bohan, Bicycle Paper Edi- cacy efforts in the face of dwindling re- tics and training regimens. tor, and perhaps we can get you into our highlights transportation sources Palmer’s specialty is climbing and she next issue. Call (206) 323-3301. August 29, the Rack & Roll Tour • Illustrate to Federal funds holders the is owner to 17 best climber jersey’s. The team begins its week long trek from Se- Mukilteo/Everett area need to increase, not cut funds for bike area around Saragosa is great for Palmer attle to San Francisco. This tour is dif- facilities to demonstrate how to improve climb- The MS Society needs volunteer me- ferent than most cycling tours in that •Researching facilities and services ing skills and the route chosen for the chanics on the Tour De-Light. If inter- 60% of the tour will utilize public tran- provided to bicycle riders by transit agen- event uses paved logging roads, devoid ested call Tori at (206)( 284-4236 or sit buses from city to city, connecting cies and provide that information to of traffic. (800) 800-7047. with 20 transit sytems altogether. agencies seeking to improve their own After the fundamentals, there will be Bikes can fly The tour is the brain-child of George facilities. a party in the forest with live entertain- Whether you are going across the Allen who stumbled on the idea during The last goal being one of the most ment and refreshments. country or to another continent, taking a casual conversation. Allen began call- important to Allen. “This event really An early registration for the weekend a bike may be easier and cheaper than ing several different transit agancies. helps to create a bridge between transit is required. For more information call you think. The International Bicycle Upon receiving a positive reception from systems and bicycle groups. The only (800) 778-4838. all of the transit systems contacted, Allen Fund has produced “Bikes Can Fly: Sur- way we can benefit each other is through Cancelled vey of Airline Baggage Regulations for decided to put the plan into action. “The communication and this Tour has already The Tualatin Crawfish Criterium Bicycles”. tour created itself. Everyone was so posi- opened the doors,” concludes Allen schedule for August 9 and the Governors This bi-annual report describes in de- tive about the idea that it has just fallen Pierce Transit and SportRack were a Cup Criterium scheduled for August 10 tail how to fly with your bike, relays into place,” said Allen. “ In fact, all 20 big help in creating the tour. Personal have been canceled. Both promoters wish packing options and gives step by step of the transit agencies have committed contributions to the Tour can be made to participate/spectate and support the instructions to stay within particular air- themselves to promote and spread the by purchasing a t-shirt or sweatshirt. For stop of the national EDS track series at lines’ cycle guidelines. word about the tour to local media and more information call (206) 782-6323 Alpenrose that weekend. Both promot- While bicycles are widely subcharges local bicycle groups.” Tips from a Saturn Pro ers reiterated that this is not a perma- on domestic flights, there is good news To make the tour complete, the day nent cancellation and that both races for international travelers; bikes gener- the team arrives in San Francisco they at Saragosa would be back in 1998. ally fly for free. will aid Golden Gate Transit and Bart in Outside of Eugene there is a Wild The report also points out that each celebrating 25 years of service. West-style ranch, Saragosa, that sits amid Correction airline has its own policies for particular Besides heightening awareness in re- some of the best traffic-free paved roads ED Note: In the June Bicycle Paper, destinations and these can change at any gards to alternative transportation, the a cyclist could want. The weekend of July incorrect information was given regard- moment. tour has four other goals they hope to 26-27, Sue Palmer, member of the Sat- ing Chris Snyder in the Padden Mt. Pedal You can order “Bikes Can Fly” for accomplish: urn Cycling Team, will be passing along article. Snyder is an American who rides US$4 by writing to the International • Promote bicycling and highlight the racing and training tips at Saragosa for WA Dental Service Cycling. Bicycle Fund, 4887 Columbia Drive S., benefits of bicycle accommodations on Weekend. The weekend will also include We apologize for any inconvenience. Seattle, WA 98108. buses a daily training ride of approximately 60

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8 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper RacingRacing SectionSection A Special Section on Bicycle Racing Events in Oregon & Washington

Contents for July:

Washington Racing (Pages 9-10)

Seward Park Spring Classic

Mutual of Enumclaw

Mercer Island Time Trial

Oregon Racing (page 15-16)

Oregon Race Calendar Hutch’s Hustle

Alpenrose Series

Team BAR Totals Silver Creek Falls

Masters PIR

Pickett’s Charge

Washington State Races & Results Oregon State

Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 9 Washington Race Results 5Jeremy Bader ...... Gs Charly Mo “I attacked because I’m not in very good shape 5Rich NelsonW. Richland, WAChinook. Mutual of Enumclaw 6Paul Roney ...... Ti Cycles Juniors (42 miles, 3 laps) 5/17/97 yet,” Smith said, “and I knew that with the horsepower 7Allan Prazskit ...... Atomic Racing in that group, there would be alot of hard accelerations, 1Dustin BennettClarkston, WATwin Rivers. Enumclaw, WA 8Ted Zderic ...... Five Valley Vello Women Cat 1/2 9Jeff Westlund ...... Ti Cycles which would wear me down. I wanted to ride a more 1,2,3 (42 miles, 3 laps) 1Paul Dahlke ...... Ray’s Boathouse 10Steve Worcester ...... Ti Cycles even pace. Two people bridged up to me, and I was 1Tina WillettPullman, WAQual-Med/Saturn. 2John Grochau ...... Cinzano 11Ryan Perlman ...... Liquid Sun hoping to just keep it steady until the group caught up Cat 4 (42 miles, 3 laps) 3Paul Willerton ...... Bontrager 12Colby Siemens ...... Pettit Oil with us. But my breakaway companions wanted to 1Lisa ThompsonKennewick, WAChinook. 4Kenny Williams ...... Saturn Of Bellevue 13Aaron Ostrovsky ...... Husky Racing hammer, and we stayed away until I couldn’t go any- 2Allison BeallLewiston, IDSeattle Express. 5Ben Jacobsen ...... Ray’s Boathouse 14Jerry Brown ...... Saturn Of Bellevue 3Robin SullivanRichland, WAChinook. 6Ron Schmeer ...... Ray’s Boathouse more.” 15F.S. Mitchell ...... Raleigh/Spot Bagels Local Walla Wallan Ray Miracle, riding in his first 4Nicole SlagleRichland, WAChinook 7Min Van Velzin ...... I.C.S.F./Volkswagen 16Spencer Barclay USCF race in several years, was impressed with the III 8Doug Carlton ...... Saturn Of Bellevue 17Andrew Josephson ...... Club Jack 9Eric Roesinger ...... Bike Gallery/Sequent 18Trevor Mays field. Mercer Island Time Trial 10Rusty Beall ...... Ray’s Boathouse 19Dan Liberator ...... Greg’s-Specialized “The first two laps we went up the hill at 20 or 21 June 1st, 1997, Mercer Island, WA. 11Mike Taylor ...... Team Oregon 20David Harris ...... Escape Velocity (mph), and that was fine,” Miracle said, “but on the The race was organized by Liquid Sun/Northern 12Michael Rosenberg ...... Hutch’s/Powerbar third lap we chased a couple guys that got away, and we 13Scott Goguen ...... I.C.S.F./Volkswagen Life Racing and attracted over 70 participants. 14Randy Belles ...... Saturn Of Bellevue Seward Park Spring Classic were going 22.5. That was it for me.” Senior 1,2 RESULTS 1Ronnie Schmeer 15Scott Lalibertor ...... Black Cat 5/31/97- Seattle, WA 16Maurice Worsfold ...... R.H. Men 2Russel Stevenson 17Paul Henderson ...... Escape Velocity Thanks to all those who came out and raced in the Cat 1,2 (68 miles, 5 laps) 3Brad Ryno 18John Bravard ...... Ray’s Boathouse dumping rain!!! Special thanks to Odwalla for provid- 1Jason SchnieppPullman, WAChinook. Master A 19Christian Jordaan ...... I.C.S.F./Volkswagen ing free juice for all who entered and Wright Bros. 2Rob FrostCollege Place, WADiet Rite. 1Glenn Bunselmeyer 20Adam Walker ...... Norco Cycle Works for providing prizes and primes for the 3Leif ClarkePullman, WASaturn. 2Mike Burdo Women Cat 1/2/3 4Terry McLeodSandpoint, IDSaturn. 3Larry Shannon event.Product Sponsors- Control Tech & Power Bar. 5Kirk WillettPullman, WAColorado Cyclist. 1Kathty Gunter ...... Qualmed/Saturn Cat 1 & 2 Men- 70 mins. - 25 riders (Not Senior 3 2Andrea Hannos ...... Team B.C. Cat 3 (68 miles, 5 laps) 1Jan Heine raining) 1Matt WeyenKendrick, IDRay’s Boathouse. 3Laura Reed ...... Gregg’s/Specialized 1Kenny WilliamsSaturn of Bellevue 2Dan Johnston 4Cybil Deguistini ...... Team B.C. 2Paul RoneKirkland, WATi Cycles. 3Rory Muller 2Doug CarltonSaturn of Bellevue 3Donnelly MillerBellevue, WASaturn of Bellevue. 5Ward Griffiths ...... Qualmed/Saturn 3Dale KnappEllsworth Cycles Master B 6Sara Graham ...... Gregg’s/Specialized 4Chris GiedtMoscow, ID, 1 Franz Hammer 4Brad RynoSeattle Express/Marian College 5Mark PubolsPullman, WAMSB/Twin Rivers. 7Stephanie Hannos ...... Team B.C. 5Randy BellesSaturn of Bellevue 2Jeff Patterson 8Leah Goldstein ...... Team B.C. 4,5 (42 miles, 3 laps) 3Rich Levandowski 6Steve HigginsSaturn of Bellevue 1Britt RobinsonYakima, WAChinook. 9Suzie Forsyth ...... Mi Doule Cycling Team 7Terry BuchananPacific Fin. Services Senior 4,5 10Leigh Fulwood ...... W.S. Physical Therapy 2Chad WoofterCollege Place, WAWalla Walla College. 1Erik Olson 8Kyle BrodersonSpot Bagel/Raleigh 3Dave LawsonPullman, WATwin Rivers. 11Cindy Carroll ...... Ti Cycles 9Chester LamCanada 2Craig Hanna 12Amber Frymier ...... Aurora Cycling ,S4 tuart Bryson 3Steve Angell 13Jill Murray ...... Ti Cycles 5Dave HagelganzClarkston, WATwin Rivers. Tandem 14Deneen Tripplett ...... Bike Gallery/Sequent Walla Walla Masters A (55 miles, 4 laps) 1Don Hatch, Leich Fulwood 15Kristin Cole ...... Ray’s Boathouse 1Don LewisKennewick, WAFinley Flyers. 2Robert Pitcardo, Heather Johnston 16Michele Pfeffer ...... Ti Cycles WALLA WALLA, WA - Sixty-eight cyclists from 2 Dan Brown Spokane, WABaddlands. 3David and Jane VanGalen 17Heather Johnson ...... Ti Cycles around the northwest competed in the first USCF- 3Clint AndringRichland, WAChinook. Women 1,2,3 18Jennifer Davis ...... Ti Cycles sanctioned race here in several years on Sunday, June 1. 4Marc BrownKennewick, WA, Finley Flyers. 1Wanda Howlett 19Linda Moul ...... Ti Cycles The skies were cloudy but the roads dry all day for 5Mike FadichWenatchee, WAunatt. 2Kristin Cole 20Sharon Hall ...... Baddlands Cycling the Vuelta a Onion Country road race. Masters B (42 miles, 3 laps) 3Katie Yankula Cat 4/5 1Ted HohlKennewick, WAChinook. WOMEN 4 The I-II field included professional rider Kirk 2Lloyd DumanHayden, IDCDA Velo. 1Matt Seeley ...... Five Valley Vello Willett, and his presence affected the strategy of the 1Deb Huie 2Rion Shurer ...... Unat. 3Randall ColemanKennewick, WAFinley Flyers. 2Amy Baribeau race. Portlander Steve Smith accelerated away from the 3Jordan Siemens ...... Pettit Oil 4Alex RennerSpokane, WABaddlands. 3Janet Myers 4Derek Tripp ...... Shaftebury field early in the 68 mile race. A RALEIGH OR GET Soaked. SURE, YOU CAN BUY SOMEONE ELSE'S BIKE. BUT WHY? GETRALEIGH'S M50 OFFERS BETTER COMPONENTS FOR THE SAME MONEY.

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Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 11 1997 NORBA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Spectator Info

Snoqualmie Pass, WA July 31, 1997-August 3, 1997 The Events Spectator Tips 6. Weather is variable on the moun- Directions to the Race Site REI Cross Country - A 5.5 mile loop 1. Possibilities abound for viewing all tain. Be prepared for rain, sun, wind, From downtown Seattle, take I-90 consisting of 75% single track. Course events. Please remember to keep a heads cool, hot, but mostly perfect weather!! east to exits 52, 53 or 54. Follow signs winds through old growth timber, trav- up for all racers, stay off the courses dur- to parking and venue. els along some access road, climbs any- ing race times, and give athletes plenty There will be plenty to do and see Parking/Traffic where from 6% to 15% grades and gains of room to maneuver. They will be go- during the weekend. When not tracking Part of State Highway 906 will be 1,000 feet of elevation per lap. ing at top speed, so if you’re bringing your favorite races be sure to check out closed down between July 29th and Au- Visa Downhill - Pros will be compet- small children, hold their hands and keep one of the exhibitions or clinics being of- gust 4th, as it will become our start/fin- ing on a new 2 mile course, designed by them by your side! If you hear “Rider fered ish area. This will affect traffic between Greg Herbold, which promises to offer Up” make sure you’re off the courses. Expo and Tech Exhibitions Exits 53 and 54 off of I-90 during that the gravity fed racer plenty of challenge. 2. Please leave your dogs at home! If July 31 - August 3, 9am - 5pm period. Spectators and athletes are en- Pilots should be ready to rock and roll, there is no other choice, they must be Surry on down to this stone soul tent couraged to tune into the traffic radio as the ground cover consists of rocks and kept on a leash. city! Check out the latest in state-of-the- reports along I-90 and to watch the boulders in a variety of sizes, and some 3. Great viewing is to be had along art bicycle gear and wear. Come and talk readerboards on I-90 for parking direc- nice medium compound shale loam. the cross country trails. Please stay to the to the mechanics who take care of the tions. As indicated on the Snoqualmie There is a milder version of the down- side of the course, and if possible, walk pro riders...GT Bicycles, Giant/Answer, Pass NCS Site Map, please note desig- hill for beginner and sport riders. Access towards oncoming riders, so they are vis- Volvo Cannondale, Diamondback, nated parking areas. to the downhill course is on Silver Fir ible at all times. Bontrager, RockShox, Cane Creek and Volunteers Chairlift. Spectators wanting to view the 4. Premier parking is available close so many more. Visit the expo area and Lots of volunteer help is needed for downhill from above the finish area will to the venue. There will be a $5 per car shop for your favorite mountain wear! the event. There’s something for every- be charged $5 for chairlift access. charge for paid parking. See map for lo- Max Jones Race Clinic one, from course marshaling, to serving Dual Slalom - Designed by Pro rider cations. Free parking is also available. Free training clinic for beginner and food in the VIP tent, assisting the media, Keith DeFiebre, this promises to be an Limited shuttle service will be operating sport riders. Join 2-time veteran cross construction and more. To volunteer, exciting, spectator-friendly course. Ama- on Saturday and Sunday. Feel free to country champion Max Jones in a real please call (509) 535.4757. All volun- teurs race Thursday. Pros race Saturday. bring your bike...it will be your best time adventure where you’ll learn tech- teers, upon check-in, will receive a t-shirt, Hillclimb - Fastest one to the top wins means of transportation! niques for successful racing. Learn when lunch and parking passes. Volunteer this 1 mile odyssey! 8%-12 % grade, 900 5. A variety of food and beverage ser- to push and when to conserve, how to headquarters will be located in the base- - 1000 feet of elevation gain. Start line is vices will be available on-site. $5 pasta adjust to effects of altitude, deal with feed ment of the registration building. Look near the Hyak base and goes onto Trail dinners will be served from 5pm - 8pm zones, nutritional hints, bike handling, for signs. Volunteer parking will be avail- #11. on Friday and Saturday evening. See map training and more. able at the Mountaineers Lodge parking Observed Trials - Great spectator ac- for food/beverage areas. Team Fat Traction Observed Trials lot. (Take Exit 53). tion! These events are conducted over a Demonstration!! Haven’t Registered Yet? Head to Reg- variety of man made and natural objects Wednesday, July 30th, 12 noon, Wa- istration Headquarters at REI! such as mud, rocks, tables, logs, pallets, terfront Park, Downtown Seattle, Pier The cool thing about the NORBA spools, etc. The riders attempt to nego- Pier 62 & 63. Wednesday, July 30th, Nationals is that there is a race for every tiate each section without putting down 6pm, REI Flagship Store, Seattle age and every experience level from be- a foot, known as a dab. Each dab adds a Join the pre-event excitement as the ginner to pro. REI’s flagship store has point to the riders score. The rider with Canadian National Champion Observed race registration forms that you can fill the lowest total score wins the event. Trials Team balances their act through out and send in. Head on down and get Shimano Kids Race - A free race for downtown Seattle. These two-wheeled registered! all kids 12 and under. Sign up on-site at acrobats will set up an obstacle course INFORMATION LINE: Phone: the Shimano Tent before noon on Sun- that you’ll find most amazing. Team Fat (509) 535.4757 Fax: (509)533.9354 (of- day. No pre-registration necessary. Race Traction, consisting of John Musicco and fice hours are 8am - 5pm) is on Sunday, August 3rd at noon. Age Michael Colwill, will offer a world class groups include: 6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, 11- trials biking demonstration that you 12. Prizes for all! won’t want to miss! NORBA National Champion Series Schedule Snoqualmie Pass, WA July 31-August 3, 1997

Tuesday, July 29 Friday, August 1 1:23 ...... Vet Expert Women 35-44 Sunday, August 3 9:00am-8:00 pm ...... Late Registration 7:00am-6:00pm ...... Packet Pickup 1:25 ...... Jr Expert Women 12-18 7:00am ...... Packet Pickup ...... Cross Country Course Inspection 8:00am Cross Country Competition Begins 3:00pm ...... Cross Country Awards 8:00am Cross Country Competition Begins ...... Rider Packet Pickup ...... Laps 3:00pm-6:00pm.Downhill Practice - Pro/Semi-Pro/Expert CAT 2 9:00am-1:00pm..Downhill Practice Pro/Semi-Pro/Expert CAT 3 6:pm-8:00pm ...... Downhill Practice - Beg/Sport 8:00am ...... Sr Beg Men 19-24 1:00pm-4:00pm ...... Downhill Practice Beg/Sport 8:00am ...... Sport Men 19-24 6:00pm ...... Pro Downhill Meeting 8:03/8:06 ... Sr Beg Men 25-29 / Sr Beg Men 30-34 8:03 ...... Sport Men 25-29 8:08 ...... Jr Beg Men 15-18 Wednesday, July 30 8:06 ...... Sport Men 30-34 Saturday, August 2 8:10 ...... Vet Beg Men 35-44 9:00am-6:00pm ...... Late Registration 8:09 ...... Sport Men 35-44 7:00am-5pm ...... Packet Pickup 8:12 ...... Master Beg Men 45-54 ...... Cross Country Course Inspection 8:12 ...... Sport Men 15-18 8:30am ...... Hill Climb 8:14 ...... Master Men 55-64 ...... Rider Packet Pickup 8:14 ...... Sport Men 45-54 7:00am-9:30am ...... Downhill Inspection 8:16/8:18 ...... Clydesdales / Master Men 65+ 9:00am-1:00pm..Downhill Practice Pro/Semi-Pro/Expert CAT 2 10:00am ...... Pro Women Downhill 1st Run 8:20 ...... Beg Wom 19-34 1:00pm-4:00pm ...... Downhill Practice Beg/Sport 8:18 ...... Sport Women 19-34 10:30am ...... Pro Men Downhill 1st Run CAT 1 8:20 ...... Sport Women 35-44 11:45am ...... Pro Women Downhill 2nd Run 8:22/8:24 ... Jr Men 14 & under / Beg Wom 35-44 Thursday, July 31 CAT 5 12:30pm ...... Pro Men Downhill 2nd Run 8:25/8:26 ..... Jr Wom 12-18 / Master Wom 45+ 7:00am-6:00pm ...... Packet Pickup 10:15 ...... Semi-Pro Men 1:15pm ...... Pro Downhill Awards 8:27/8:28 ...... Tandems / Single Speed 9:00am-12:00pm ..... Beg/Sport/Expert Dual Slalom CAT 4 1:00pm ...... Semi-Pro Men Downhill 10:00am ...... Beginner Cross Country Awards Qualification Race 1:00 pm ...... Sr Expert Men 19-24 . Expert Men Downhill and Expert Women Downhill CAT 4 9:00am-12:00pmDownhill Practice - Pro/Semi-Pro/Expert 1:04 ...... Sr Expert Men 25-29 .. Sport Men Downhill and Sport Women Downhill 11:00am ...... Pro Women Cross Country 1:00pm-4:00pm ...... Downhill Practice - Beg/Sport 1:08 ...... Sr Expert Men 30-34 .... Beg Men Downhill and Beg Women Downhill 12:00pm ...... Shimano Kids Race 1:00pm-3:00pm ...... Pro/Semi-Pro Dual 1:11 ...... Jr Expert Men 15-18 ...... Athletes 12:00pm-3:00pm ...... Observed Trials ...... Slalom Qualification Race 1:14 ...... Vet Expert Men 35-44 1:00pm-5:00pm ...... Observed Trials CAT 5 5:00pm-7:00pm .... Beg/Sport/Expert Dual/Wheelchair 1:17 ...... Master Expert Men 45+ 2;00pm ...... Max Jones Clinic 2:00pm ...... Pro Men Cross Country ...... Slalom Finals CAT 3 5:00pm ...... Amateur Downhill Awards 5:00pmPro Cross Country & Trials Awards 7:15pm ...... Dual Slalom Awards 1:20 ...... Sr Expert Women 19-34 6:00pm ...... Pro/Semi-Pro Dual Slalom Finals Dual Slalom Awards Immediately Following Finals 12 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper 1997 NORBA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Site Map

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Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 13 1997 NORBA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Rider Info NORBAN ationaCl hampionshipS eriesT elevisionS chedule Rider Information Feed Zones Registration and Course Inspection Each of the six NCS cross-sountry races and downhill races will be televised on ESPN and espn2. The first five races will Feed zones will be provided for all each be broadcast on half-hour shows, and the cross-country and downhill Finals will be shown on an hour-long program. To race at the NORBA Nationals, all cross country events. Each feed zone will it takes is a registration form, NORBA Event Air Date Time be marked off into areas for neutral sup- license, a helmet and you might want a Snow Summit, Calif. port (staffed by volunteers), and team May 10-11 mountain bike! If you’re looking to get Cross-Country(ESPN)July81 :30-2:00 am support. Team managers will be provided July83 :30-4:00 pm in a little pre-race practice, Dave Dou- Downhill(espn2)July 148:00-8:30 pm glas will be holding the Pacific Crest Cup credentials for feed zone areas. July 192:00-2:30 am Red Wing, Minn. on July 19-20th on the NCS courses. To June 7-8 register for that event, give him a call at Awards Cross-Country(ESPN)July 151:00-1:30 am (206)932-5921. If you can’t make that Awards ceremonies will take place at July 161:30-2:00 pm race, courses will be open for inspection the end of each event. Please have pic- Seven Springs, Pa starting Tuesday, July 29th. June 14-15 ture ID available for cash prizes, as you Cross-country(ESPN)July 211:00-1:30 am To register, pick up an entry form at will be required to sign for your award. July 232:00-2:30 pm REI; our registration headquarters, your Downhill(espn2)July 218:00-8:30 pm Prizes must be claimed on-site, they will July 263:00-3:30 am favorite bike shop, the May issue of not be mailed after the event. Mount Snow, Vt NORBA News, or call Round & Round June 21-22 Downhill (espn2)August 7 11:30pm-12:00 am Productions at (509) 535-4757 between August 153:00-3:30 am 8am and 5pm. Registration must be post- First Aid and Rescue Mammoth Mountain, Calif. The Ski Acres Ski Patrol along with July 26-27 marked no later than July 10th. After Cross-country(ESPN)August 121:30-2:00 am July 10th, you must register in person, American Medical Response will be on August 211:30-2:00 pm hand to provide medical support. Please Downhill(espn2)August 288:30-9:00 pm on site starting Tuesday, July 29th at the September 53:00-3:30 am Ski Acres Registration area. No other see site map for First Aid Facility areas. Snoqualmie Pass, Wash. August 2-3 person may register for you. You must Cross-country(ESPN)September 201:30-2:00 am show your valid NORBA license or pur- NORBALicenses September 261:00-1:30 pm Downhill(espn2)September189:30-10:00 pm chase one on-site. On-site registration Norba Licenses may be purchased on- October 22:00-2:30 am hours are: Tuesday, July 29, 9am - 8pm, site. Prices are as follows: Deer Valley, Utah Wednesday, July 30, 9am - 6pm. No reg- August 23-24 One day license $3 Beginners only Cross-country(ESPN)September 2412:30-1:30 am istration after Wednesday. may purchase a one day license October 21:30-2:30 pm Pre-registered riders may pick up Downhill(espn2)September 259:30-10:00 pm 30 day license $15 Beginner or October 10 3:00-3:30 am packets from Tuesday through Sunday Sport riders only (if a full year license is *Tentative braodcast schedule-please check local listings. All times listed are EDT. during registration hours. purchased within 30 days of purchasing this license, the $15 will apply towards Rider Particulars that license) Helmets must be worn at all times Full year license $35 For all riders during races. Race numbers may not be cut, folded or altered in any way, includ- Media ing placing stickers on the numbers. Rid- Members of the press are asked to ers missing their assigned start time will check in at the Media Center located in not be allowed to start without the Chief the Ski Acres Lodge on the 2nd floor. Official’s approval. Field limits will be Please call Kim Boston at (509) 467-1567 in effect for all classes. in advance for press credentials. Tele- phones, fax machines and copiers will Race Staging be available for your use during the Please stage for the event at least 15 event. minutes prior to the start of your race. Look for the signage that indicates your category/class. Downhill start lists will be posted 24 hours before the race.

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Sport Veteran Men Pro Expert Veteran Men 9Bailey, Lance 5Patrick Porteous, Presto Velo Silverton Festival Criterium Hutch’s Hustle 1Michael NybergMountain Bike Mag. 1Mike WilsonLabor Power 10Brown, Mark 6Ray Elting, NW Velo Silverton, Oregon -Sport Racers 2Peter Gilbert 2Bryan McBridgeHutch’s Powerbar Beginner Master Men 7James LaMew, River City/Cyclisme June 8, 1997 Sport Senior Men 3Stuart KatterHutch’s 3Jerry HortonMarantha/Cyl.Analys. 1Berry, Patrick 8Jon Burns, Compucom Pro 1/2 1Mark SwartzfagerCyclotopia 4Tony McGettigan 4Tom Broznowski 2 Godlasky, Chuck 9William Baker, Fat Tire Farm 1Paul Dahlke, Ray’s Boathouse 2Justin Strand 5David Shepherdson 5Thane JenningsKlamath Heat 3Pollard, Peter 10Jim Sunderland, Nw Velo 2Robert Frost 3Jason BoyntonOSU 6Thomas Smith 6Scott SeatonHutch’s Cannondale 4Cheeney, Ed Cat 5 3Donald Reeb, Ray’s Boathouse 4Michael KeepZoey the Dog 7James Wellington 7Doug KerkochHutch’s Cannondale 5Michelon, Robert 1Virke Riviere, High Sierr Cyclist 4Kelly Wieber, QualMed/Saturn 5Jason GoodardArtichoke 8Jim Goss 8Doug SmithFat Tire Farm 6Pederson, Jim Rcw 2Chris Mays, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5John Frey 6CJ Rench 9Terry MallonMountain View/HR 9Philip EmersonCinzano 7Arend, Randy 3Jon Lutho, Bike Gallery/Sequent 6John Mitchem, Cinzano 7Scott McClellandBurrito Heaven 10Paul RenningerMountain Bike Plus 10David Boyd 8Karas, Chris 4Justin Graybeal, Presto Velo 7John Bravard, Ray’s Boathouse 8Chris ThomasBike Gallery/Klein 11James Stephens Pro Expert Master Men 9Wagner, Kelly 5Tracy Baker, Fat Tire Farm 8Steve Holland, QualMed/Saturn 9Swee Lee 12George Goodrich 1Mike Beal 10Getlin, Stephen 6Madie Stocke, River City Cyclisme 9Jeff Mitchem, Cinzano 10Rick MartinPedal Power Bicycles 13Scott PennellCustom Bikes 2Dave Cook Beginner Senior Men 7Matea Basts, Compucom 10Aaron Olsen, Ray’s Boathouse 11Jeff Sellers Alabama Wheelman 14Colin YatesBob’s Bicycle/P 3Bernard RateKlein/Bike Gallery 1Sheagley, Eric 8DeAndrea Perry, River City/Cyclisme Masters 35+ 12Cory Jones 15Jim BoweyCyclotopia 4Steve JudaTommy’s Bike Shop 2Olmstead, P Sean Alpenrose Thursday Night 1Chuck Jerabek, Fat Tire Farm 13Robert HernandezRiver City Cycles 16Dan HansenCascade Mt. Racing Pro Expert Women 3Devries, Paul River City Series 2Marcel Russenbarger 14Anthony CreeMTB Plus 17Mike Orem 1Marisa Bollman Klein/cyclesport 4Stonich, David Opening Night Omniums 3Steve Holland, QualMed/Saturn 15Chris Brandt 18Jonathan Phelan Shasta Valley Bikes 2Julie WoseMerlin 5Snowbeck, Paul June 5, 1997 4Clark Metcalfe, Cinzano 16Jonathan AlexanderMothers Lament 19Michael Conrad 3Kristi Keep 6King, Michael Pro/1/2 Omnium, 14 riders, 5Mike Wilson, Labor Power 17Eric MeglassonAlpenglo Velo 20Eldon CoatsEdge Helmets 4Lisa Verke 7Blakely, James 3 events 6Dave Hayes, Logie Velo 18Mark MatsonOSU Sport Master 5Sarah Tonna 8Harvey, Brian 1Chuck Jerabek, FAt Tire Farm 7Mike Rosenberg, Hutch’s 19Chris BowmanBike Gallery/Klein 1Tim Wehrly 6Myria Gautreaux Pedal Power Fisher 9Pyszka, Mike 2Jamie Mikami, QualMed 8Ed Garfield, Sim’s 20Bryan JorgensenFat Tire Farm 2Steve LeboeufPedros/Peak Sports 10Smith, Dan 3Mark Ginsberg, Bike Gallery/SEquent 9Mark Nurre, Capitol Velo Sport Women Senior 3Craig PennellCustom Bikes Beginner Veteran Men 4David Godfrey, QualMed/Saturn 10Chris Martin 1Victoria Christensen Women on Wheels- 4Daryl Alosa Hutch’s Hustle 1Swartzendruber, Steve Logie Velo 5Clark Metcalfe, Cinzano Juniors Ashland 5Mike Wonder May 25th—Bend Oregon 2Coash, Scott 6Drew Nelson, Bike Gallery/Sequent 1David Johnson, Bike Gallery/Sequent 2Joan McClelland Burrito Heaven Cross Country 3Duncan, Dave 7Darrel Provencher, Team RCW 2Sam Taylor, QualMed/SAturn 3Kristi Green Pro-Expert Beginner Junior Women 4Carrick, Woody 8Brian Abers, Logie Velo 3Nick Skenzick, Umpqua Velo 4Stephanie LeningerBike Gallery/Klein Pro Expert Senior Men 1Groesz, Valerie 5Plank, Jim Women, 9 riders, 3 events 4Cody Koretsky, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Debbie Sproull 1Steve LarsenSchwinn/Toyota Beginner Master Women 6Rafter, MichaelPump 1Laura Suditu, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Matt Veatch, Hutch’s 6Michelle Groesz Bike Gallery/Klein 2Ryah Radomski 1Rohr, HilloahPedal Power/Jamis 7Earnest, David 2Lynn Hughes, Bike Gallery/Sequent 6Tom Colett, Bike Gallery/Sequent 7 Amy Smoker Cyclotopia 3Jeff BurnardMrazek 2Eriksson, Dagmar 8Saruwatari, MattMalt-O-Meal 3Nina Strika, Bike Gallery/Sequent 7Scott Wynne 8Penny PisaneschiWildwest 4Marcel RussenbergerMrazek Beginner Senior Women 9Bailey, Lance 4Terry Ellis, Bike Gallery/Sequent 8Sean Murray, Bike Gallery/Sequent Sport Women Veteran 5Alex McClaranMrazek 1Lestock, LynnPedro’s Angeles 10Brown, Mark 5Amy Arroyo, Bike Gallery/Sequent 9 Luke Behmke 1Lisa Ellingson 6Jonathan MyersFat Tire Farm 2Broznowski, LoriTeam Broz Clydesdale (+200lbs) Men 6Charissa Garret, Compucom Cat 5 2Andrea SharerCustom Bikes 7Sean DoyleMud Creek Cyclery 3Kubota, Clare 1Nye, ClintMt Bachelor Bike & F Cat 3 13 riders, 3 events 1John Ross 3Betty TuckerCyclotopia 8Chris DeckerMrazek 4Hazlewood, Tiffany 2Munselle, Loran 1Lance Coffel, Fat Tire Farm 2John Henry 4Elena Bollinger 9Craig DemarsHutch’s 5Larsen, Korena 3Haffner, RogerPedros/Peak Sports 2Ted Haskell, Team RCW 3Jim Theabolt Sport Junior Men 10Michael MouleMrazek 6Michelon, Renee 4Howard, Tony 3Steve McLaughrey, Hutch’s 4Nick Craig 1Bryce HuckSagebrush Cycles Pro Expert Junior Men 7Marchi, Gina 5Crawford, Kenneth 4David Oliphant, Fat Tire Farm 5Brian Gilbert 2Jesse Faunce 1Brian MerrittMountain Speed 8Hattenberger, Beth 6Babcock, Ron 5Mitch Weaver, Team RCW 6Yossi Kuz Davidson 3Barry Wicks Wrong Way 2Chad Cheeney 9Maccormack, Lani 7Niehaus, VernTeam Maranatha 6Brad Ross, Fat Tire Farm Women Cat 4 4Dima KukushkinBike Gallery/Klein 3Josh Onarheim 10Shannon, Lori 8Flanders, Laroy 7Eric Voldengen, Compucom 1Emily Thurston, River City/Cyclisme 5Brett SeylerPedros/Peak Sports 4Timmy EvensFat Tire Farm 11Bahrman, Carolyn 9Jordan, Andrew 8John Lombard, Bike Gallery/Sequent 2Terry Ellis, Bike Gallery/Sequent 6Nick SkenzickUmqua Velo 5Tom Jones 12Bond, Kassidy 10Golles, Paul Cat 4/5 15 riders, 3 events 3Rebekkah Boyd, Bike Gallery/Sequent 7Jesse GraunitzTeam Fat Chance 6Luke NewtonNo Problem 13Blair, Helen B Single Speed Men 1Jon Bridenbaugh, Hutch’s 4Amy Arroyo, Bike Gallery/Sequent 8Jim Springer 7Brett LuellingSim’s/RipCats 14Mendelow, ShaunaPresto Velo 1Singleton, Jason 2David Johnson, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Donna Yutzy, Captiol Velo 9Andy EnserTeam Fat Chance 8Jan Brown Mom & Dad 15560Luelling, Carrie 2David, Michael 3Graham Hill, Bike Gallery/Sequent 6Julie Koester, Hutch’s 16459Jordan, Jessie 3Sigfrid, JasonBreakaway Bicycles 4Jason Vance, Hutch’s 7Donna Voldengen, Compucom Beginner Veteran Women Tandem 5Steve Ridgeway, NW Velo 8 Amaya Basta, Compucom 1Loew, TeriHutch’s/Powerbar 1Raymond, Matt Breakaway Racing 6Justin Serna, River City/Cyclisme Cat 3 2Moloney, Molly 2Ruegammer, BrentBreakaway Racing 7 Mike Gomez, Compucom 1Craig Hetherington 3Pfund, Carla Kiddie Kilo 2David Root, QualMed/Saturn 4Pype, ReneeFat Tire Farm Bike Gallery 1Nolan Thompson 3James Newman, Bike Gallery/SEquent 5Earnest, Cheryl 2Kara Hughes 4David Vanskike 6Kazmirski, GayeCoda PIR May Series 3Sierra Reid 5Brian O’Neal, Bike Gallery/Sequent Expert Senior Women Final Totals 6Shaun Jensen, Hutch’s TEL.(206)938-0273 1Bollman, MarisaKlein/Cycle Sport Series 1 May 6- May 27, 1997 7Chad 2Wose, JulieMerlin Cat 1/2/3 Team BAR 8Tim Marcotte, Hutch’s ORDER LINE HOURS MON-FRI 9:00 AM-7:00 PM 3Keep, Kristi 1John Grochau, Cinzano Competition Totals 9Masa Ikajima 4Tonna, SarahMrazek 2Eric Roesinger, Bike Gallery/Sequent Bike Gallery/Sequent 3828 10Ryan Perlman GROUPOS 5Gautreaux, MyriaPedal Power CAMPY RECORD ERGO 9SPD ...... $1649.99 3Jihn Browning, QualMed Hutch’s1736 Cat 4 CAMPY CHORUS ERGO 9 SPD...... $1099.99 Beginner Junior Men 4Brad Gebhard, Logie Velo Cinzano1637 lErik Voldengen SHIMANO DURA ACE STI 9 SPD....$1299.99 1Grzybowski, JeremeDallas Bicycle Co. 5Todd Littlhales, Navigators NW Velo1377 2Scott Kelley SHIMANO ULTEGRA 600 8 SPD...... $599.99 2Howells, Jon 6Chris Hamilton, Cinzano Fat Tire Farm1305 3Matt Veach 3Moore, Kevin 7Steve Holland, QualMed Compucom 763 4Justin Serna H O SYSTEMS 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Velo Team Artichoke105 2Bill Groves, QualMed/Saturn 15Wong, MatthewMac Club 8Duncan Oliphant, Fat Tire Farm Hood River Velo100 3Raam MacDonald, Fat Tire Farm WHEELS 16Myers, Eric 9Jim Sunderland Breakaway92 4Steve Holland, QualMed/Saturn 17Chipps, Trevor 10James LaMew Umpqua Velo75 5Richard Ensworth, QualMed/Saturn 18Dion, John-Paul 6Tom Powers, NW Velo FRONT...... $299.99 11William Baker, Fat Tire Farm cyclovets22 MAVIC 19Foreman, Dylan 12Paul Fisher Santa Clarita97Brad Ross, Fat Tire Farm MAVIC REAR...... $449.99 20Carnell, Cameron 13Tom Powers MAC15 8Chauncey Curl, QualMed/Saturn SPINERGY REV X FRONT...... $299.99 Beginner Senior Men SPINERGY REV X REAR SHIM 8 SPD...$399.99 14Scott Harman Klah Klanee11 9Paul Mautner, Capitol Velo 1Sheagley, Eric Bike Gallery PIR Weekly Cheetah410Calan CwmCwlamare, Bike Gallery/ 2Olmstead, P Sean Series Sequent TIRES 3Devries, Paul River City June 3, 1997 Masters 40-49 GRAND PRIX 3000 FOLDING $49.99 4Stonich, David Senior 1/2/3 Silver Creek Falls 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Forgeron, Team RCW 2Coash, Scott 9Brad Gebhard, Logie Vel0 5Mike Wilson, Labor Power 10Bruce Northrup, ICCC 3Duncan, Dave 10Chris Hamilton, Cinzano 6John Leonard, Team Cinzano Women & Master 50+ 4Carrick, Woody Cat 4 7John Browning, QualMed 1Nina Strika, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Plank, Jim 1Duncan Oliphant, Fat Tire Farm 8Paul Dahlke, Ray’s Boathouse 2Dick Richardson, Capitol Velo 6Rafter, Michael Pump 2Jay Cho 9John Mitchem, Team Cinzano 3Stephanie Lorenz, Cinzano 7Earnest, David 3 Mike Gomezm Compucom 10Michael Rosenberg, Hutch’s 4S. Lynn Hughes, Bike Gallery/Sequent 8Saruwatari, MattMalt-O-Meal 2611 CALIFORNIA AVE S.W. 4Cale Pelton, QualMed WEST SEATTLE . TEL. 206-938-3322 Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 15 OREGON RACING RESULTS Oregon Teva Fat Tire Race Series Current Oregon race schedule: Update your lists! How does the Points Series Work? After each race in which you place in the top 15, you will be awarded points in your individual category. Points will be July 1 Pir Series Aug. 5 PIR Series awarded within each series category. The number of points July 2 Tabor Series Aug. 7 Alpenrose Weekly Series you receive will be determined your placing as follows: July 3 Alpenrose Weekly Series Aug. 8-10 EDS Track Cup-National Track Series July 3 Burley Duet-Tandem Stage Race Aug. 9 Crawfish Criterium-Tualatin Hilly criterium 1st ...... 3 0 (goes until July 6th) Aug. 10 Governor’s Cup Criterium 2nd ...... 2 5 July 7 Masters/Women PIR (Flat criterium in Salem) 3rd ...... 2 2 July 8 PIR Series Aug. 12 PIR Series 4th ...... 1 9 July 9 Tabor Series Aug. 14 Alpenrose Weekly Series 5th ...... 1 7 July 10 Alepnrose Weekly Series Aug. 16 Oregon Masters Track Championships July 12 Sharp’s Creek Road Race Aug. 17 Oregon Masters Track Champsionships 6th ...... 1 5 (Same Course as Tour of Willamette) Aug. 18 Masters/Womens PIR Series 7th ...... 1 3 July 13 Looking Glass Road Race-Roseburg Road Race Aug. 19 PIR Series 8th ...... 1 1 July 13 State Games Track Races Aug. 21 Alpenrose Weekly Series 9th ...... 9 (Omnium racing for all categories) (Last Omnium Racing Night) 10th ...... 7 July 15 PIR Series Aug. 23 Oregon Hillclimb Championship July 16 Tabor Series (Climb up Timberline Road) How many races must I race to Qualify to be part of the Se- July 16 Cascade Classic-Stage Race in Bend Aug. 25 PIR Series ries? (for Pro 1/2, Masters, 3’s & 4’s) Aug. 28 Alpenrose Weekly Series - Sprint Night In order to qualify for the overall prizes you must race and July 17 Alpenrose Weekly Series Aug. 29-31 Oregon State Track Championships finish at least five of the seven races. If you race more than five, July 19 Oakridge Fat Tire Festival Sept. 1 Masters/Women PIR Series we will take your best five results. July 21 Masters/Women PIR Sept. 2 PIR Series July 22 PIR Sept. 4 Alpenrose Weekly Series-Madison Racing Which races qualify for the Oregon Teva Fat Tire Race Series? July 24 Alpenrose Weekly Series Sept. 7 Oregon Time Trial Championships *Mudslinger *Coast Hills Classic *Shredtopia July 26 Mt Tabor Annual Criterium (Peoria Road 40 K Time Trial) (mandatory) *Spring Thaw *Klamath Heat (Hill Circuit around a volcano-plus tandems) Sept. 9 PIR Series *Hutch’s Hustle *Oakridge Fat Tire Festival July 27 Woodland Team Time Trial-Another Road TTT Sept. 11 Alpenrose Weekly Series - Madison July 28 Alpenrose Six Day-Track Stage Race Sept. 16 PIR Series What is the overall Prize List? July 29 PIR Series Sept. 18 Alpenrose Weekly Series - Madison The overall prize list is $2,000 cash plus additional prizes. July 31 Alpenrose Weekly Series Sept. 20,21 Raindates for State track championships When will I learn what my standing is in the Points Series? Aug. 3 Oregon Criterium Championships Sept. 25 Alpenrose Weekly Series-Madison At each race in the series the current series placing will be (Downtown Gresham Criterium) Sept. 28 Jean Chinn Hillclimb Aug. 4 Masters/Women Pir posted. If there are less than 5 racers that qualify in your series (Ashland challenge Road against Mtn Bikes) category, your category will be combined with the closest appro- priate category.

(Continued from page 15) 5Jerry Powell, MAC 4Mike Murray/Graham Hill 9 Aaron Boone 8Voldengen, Donna Compucom 3 2Whitrock TobyTeam Oregon 6Larry Frieman, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Brian Abers/Rambo Harrison 10 Jerry Horton Pro/Elite/Expert Men 3Miller Darris 7Kirti Walpole, Bike Gallery/Sequent Cat 4/5 11 Michael Moule 1Russenberger, MarcelMrazek/Deschutes Brewery Cat 4 8Emily Thurston, River City/Cyclisme 1Nathan Coffey, Bike Gallery/Sequent 12 Bob Brady 2 Radomski, RyahFat Chance 1Kline JosephRiver City/Cyclisme 2 Mike Gomez, Compucom 13 Russell Cree 3Myers, JonathanFat Tire Farm 2Hailey JoeCampione Bike Gallery 3Jason Vance, Hutch’s/PowerBar 14 Matt McClung 4Larsen, StephenSchwinn 3Oswald AndreasRiver City/Cyclisme 4Steve Ridgeway, NW Velo 15 Troy Tucker 5Tonkin, ErikKlein/Bike Gallery 4Alexander ScottDelta Dental PIR Tuesday Night 5Robert Marx 6Mcclaran, AlexMrazek/Deschutes Brewery 5Christman Joseph Compucom 6Matt Veatch, Hutch’s/PowerBar 7Doyle, Sean 6Koretsky CodyTeam Oregon Series 7Greg Potter Alpenrose Track Series 8Prebus, PeterArrow Racing 7Shanks DamianEmerald Velo June 10, 1997 8Garret Shields, Hutch’s/PowerBar June Point Totals 9Moule, Michael Mrazek Cycles 8Weaver RyanTeam Oregon Pro/1/2 Cat 3 Category 4/5 10Plant, Dale 9 Lamew James River City/Cyclisme 1John Browning, QualMed/SAturn 1Steve McLaughrey, Hutch’s/PowerBar 1Coffey, NathanBike Gallery/Sequent21 Beginner Senior Men 10Jones AdamTeam Oregon 2Steve Wright, Bike Gallery/Sequent 2Jon Bridenbaugh, Cinzano 2Bridenbaugh, JonHutch’s16 1Olmstead, P Sean Cat 3 3Eric Roesinger, Bike Gallery/Sequent 3Eric Voldengen, Compucom 3Vance, JasonHutch’s16 2Blakely, James 1Fricke JoeBike Gallery/Sequent 4John Leonard, Cinzano 4Bill Groves, QualMed/Saturn 4Gomez, Mike Compucom 16 3Sheagley, Eric 2Pinter JonBike Gallery/Sequent 5Chuck Jerabek, Fat Tire Farm 5David Johnson, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Johnson, DavidBike Gallery/Sequent12 4Snowbeck, Paul 3Ensworth RichardQual Med 6Jon Walpole, Bike Gallery/Sequent 6Teran Martin, Compucom 6Hill, GrahamBike Gallery/Sequent11 5Duncan, Todd 4Porreco LeoTeam Oregon 7John Mitchem, Cinzano 7John Lombard, Bike Gallery/Sequent 7Ridgeway, SteveNW Velo7 6Tyler, Michael 5Gardner GeorgeTeam Oregon 8David Auker, River City/Cyclisme 8Lance Coffel, Fat Tire Farm 8Serna, JustinRiver City/Cyclisme3 7Smith, Dan 6 Newman James Bike Gallery/Sequent 9Steve Marcy, Logie Velo 9Mitch Weaver, Team RCW 9Marx, Robert38Jenkins, Pete 7Bietz MattCinzano 10Steve Holland, QualMEd/Saturn 10Graham Hill, Bike Gallery/Sequent 10Potter, Greg19Mahoney, Matt 8Macri PaulCinzano Cat 4 Women 11Shields, GarrettHutch’s/PowerBar1 10Devries, PaulRiver City 9O’Neil BrianBike Gallery/Sequent 1Scott Harmon, Logie Velo 1Laura Suditu, Bike Gallery/Sequent 12Veatch, MatHutch’s/PowerBar1 Pro/Elite/Expert Women 10Berner BretWild West 2William Fleece 2Kirti Walpole, Bike Gallery/Sequent Category 3 1Bollman, Marisa PRO/Cat 1 and 2 3Troy Tucker 3Charisa Garret, Compucom 1*McLaughrey, StephenHutch’s29 2Simenstad, Hillary 1Weeks MartinRay’s Boathouse 4Joe Kline, River City/Cyclisme 4Amy Arroyo, Bike Gallery/Sequent 2Coffel, LanceFat Tire Farm14 3Gingles, Nicole 2Browning JohnEmerald Velo 5Richard Carter, Gregg’s Greenlake 5Donna Voldengen, Compucom 3Haskell, Ted Team RCW 10 4Gautreaux, Myria 3Hainsworth MichaelRay’s Boathouse 6Sam Taylor, QualMed/Saturn 6S. Lynn Hughes, Bike Gallery/Sequent 4Voldengen, Eric Compucom 10 5Wose, Julie 4Wilson MichaelCorvallis 7Lee Bonfiglio 7Nina Strika, Bike Gallery/Sequent 5Oliphant, DavidFat Tire Farm8 6Tonna, Sarah 5Bravard JohnRay’s Boathouse 8Cale Pelton, QualMed/Saturn Cat Pro/1/2 6Bridenbaugh, JonCinzano8 7Mcconnelong, Mary 6Gann GlenTeam Sims 9Jim Wade, 1Clark Metcalfe, Cinzano 7Weaver, Mitch Team RCW 7 8Brubaker, Tina 7Beall RustyRay’s Boathouse 10Patrick Porteous, Presto Velo 2Chuck Jerabek, Fat Tire Farm 8Groves, BillQualMed/Saturn6 9 Briggs, Miranda 8Mikami JamieQual Med Cat 5 3Mark Ginsberg, Bike Gallery/Sequent 9Lombard, JohnBike Gallery/Sequent5 10Cortell, Jessica 9Sutton StephenBike Gallery/Sequent 1R. J. Newmund 4Drew Nelson, Bike Gallery/Sequent 10Johnson, DavidBike Gallery/Sequent4 Cat 4 Women 2Mike Forsi 5Chauncey Curl, QualMed/Saturn Pro 1/2 1Arroyo AmyTeam Oregon 3Giff Hancock 6Mark Godfrey, Compucom 1Jerabek, ChuckFat Tire Farm31 Bike-A-Fair 2Beall AllisonSeattle Express 4Chris Mays 7Jamie Mikami, QualMed/Sequent 2Ginsberg, MarkBike Gallery/Sequent17 Cat 1/2/3 Women 5Rob DeCastro 8John Mitchem, Cinzano 3Mikami, JamieQualMed/Saturn14 Criterium 1Richards VirginiaLombardi 6Justin Graybeal 4Metcalfe, ClarkCinzano13 Portland, Oregon 2Carrol CindyTi Cycles Racing 7Jim Rantala 5Nelson, DrewBike Gallery/Sequent9 June 22, 1997 3Valente NoreenEmerald Velo 8Bill Mellon Pickett’s Charge! 6Godfrey, DavidQualMed/Saturn8 Masters 35+ 4Harwood DarienQual Med 9Elwood Reed Memorial MTB Race 7Curl, ChaunceyQualMed/Saturn7 1Jerabeck ChuckWild West Jackson,ErikaCinzano 10Nestor Flores June 15, 1997 8Godfrey, Mark Compucom 5 2Holland StevenQualMed Bend, OR 9Provencher, Darel Team RCW 2 3Wilson MichaelCorvalis Overall Results (Pro/Expert & 10Abers, BrianLogie Velo1 4Auker DavidRiver City/Cyclisme Alpenrose Velodrome Sport) Women 5Rosenburg MichaelHutch’s Weekly Series 1 Jonathan Meyer 1Suditu, LauraBike Gallery/Sequent36 6Graves BillQual Med Portland, Oregon 2 Alex McClaran 2Hughes, S. LynnBike Gallery/Sequent17 7Murray MikePerformance June 12, 1997 3 Marcel Russenberger 3Walpole, KirtiBike Gallery/Sequent15 8Nurre MarkCapitol Racing Madison 4 Peter PrebusPro/Expert Men 4Strika, NinaBike Gallery/Seqeunt13 9Bennett GregLabor Power 1Chuck Jerabek/Paul Mautner 5 Carl Decker 5Garret, Charissa Compucom 13 10Garfield EdTeam Sims 2Jamie Mikami/Chauncey Curl 6 Jeff Adkins 6Arroyo, AmyBike Gallery/Sequent6 Cat 5 3Noreen Valente/David Godfrey 7 Donald Reeb 7Ellis, TerryBike Gallery/Sequent5 1Shanks DameonEmerald Velo 8 Brian Wilson 16 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper CALENDAR

the Oregon Teva Fat Tire Race Series Shane Harris, Events 2220 Angle St., Klamath Falls, OR, 97601. (541) 882— 1001 or Fax: (541) 882-8841. Jul 24: Mt Bike Boot Camp. St. Edward State Park, Kirkland, WA. Learn better off-road riding skills, drills, Aug 1-3: NORBA National Series at Snoqualmie Pass. pre-ride maintenanceamd IMBA rules of the trail. Fee: Snoqualmie Pass, WA. Downhill, dual slalom, cross $20 for non-BBTC members, $10 for members. 6pm to country, observed trails, kids races. All cats. Call for 9 pm. Web Address: http://www.compumedia.com/ entry form. Wendy Zupan, Round & Round, 2704 S. ~agb/bbtc or email : [email protected] Leonard Stone, Spokane, WA, 99223. (509) 535-4757 Francies, Backcountry Bicycle Trails Club, 11116 NE Aug 2-3: 1997 Jeep National Championship Series. Se- 111th Place, Kirkland, WA, 98033. (206) 283-2995. attle. Cross-country #5, Downhill #7, Dual Slalom #5 Aug 17: Danskin Women’s Triatholon Series Champion- NORBA, One Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO, ship. Seward Park, Seattle, WA. The largest triatholon 80909. (719)578-4596. event in the Northwest. Women only triatholon designed Aug 2: Lower Big Quilcene - Greatest Hits Ride #6. Elisa for both novice and experienced athletes. There is also Shostak, Backcountry Bicycle Trials Club, P.O. Box a Women’s Health & Fitness Expo tied in with the event. 21288, Seattle, WA, 98111. (206) 283-2995. The Expo will beheld at Factoria Square Mall in Bellevue, Aug 8-10: Specialized Cactus Cup. Blackcomb, BC. Dual August 16. (800) 452-9526. slalom, time trial, cross-country, criterium and kid’s Aug 21: Mt Bike Boot Camp. St. Edward State Park, race. Kirkland, WA. Learn better off-road riding skills, drills, Nicole Siow , Specialized Bikes, (800) 465-8887 (Canada) pre-ride maintenanceamd IMBA rules of the trail. Fee: or (800) 245-3462 (USA). $20 for non-BBTC members, $10 for members. 6pm to 9 pm. Web Address: http://www.compumedia.com/ Aug 10: The 3rd Annual KONA Hell of the Northwest. North ~agb/bbtc or email : [email protected] Leonard Fork DRV Area, Mt. Baker HWY (549). Kulshan Cycles, Francies, Backcountry Bicycle Trails Club, 11116 NE (360) 733-6440. 111th Place, Kirkland, WA, 98033. (206) 283-2995. Aug 10: The 10th Northwest Mountain Bike Legendary Series. Cliffdale, WA; Manatash Ridge. (206) 565- 9050. Aug 16-17: Whistler Challenge. Whistler, B.C. . Claire Off Road Bonin, ProCom, 2074 Henry Ave., PO Box 2175, Sydney, B.C. CANADA, V8L 3S6. (250) 656-6165 or Fax: (250) Jul 5-6: Schweitzer Dirt & Rock Tour. Sandpoint, ID. AMBC 655-4334. Western Circuit Gino Lisiecki, Team Round & Round, 1012 W 23rd Avenue, Spokane, WA, 99203-1221. Aug 16: Shredtopia. Yamhill, OR. Fianl race #7 (manda- (509) 838-3707 or Fax: (509) 455-3945 tory) of the Oregon Teva Fat Tire Race Series Bill Thomas, 4214 NE 72nd, Portland, OR, 97218. (503)288- Email: [email protected]. 3018 or Email: [email protected]. Jul 5-6: Dual Eliminator Downhill. Downhill mountain bike Aug 17: Hop Cup Race. Bonney Lake, WA. X - country race. race with pro purse. Top 32 times from Saturday’s Fee: $12 per race entry. Doug Cartwright, Kelley Creek qualifiers advance to Sunday’s Dual Eliminator Down- Brewery, 20123 Old Buckley Hwy , Bonney Lake, WA, hill. Blackcomb Mountain Race Department, 4545 98390. (206) 862-5969. Blackcomb Way, Whistler, B.C., V0N 1B4. (604) 938- 7595 or (604)938-78527, Email: Aug 23: Ragin’ Circuit. Capitol Forest, Olympia, WA. Fee: [email protected]. $20 4 mile loop Ric Greenwalt, (360) 943-2998. Jul 11-13: Oregon Championship Series #2. MT. Hood Ski Aug 25: Cascade Cruise. Mt. Bachelor to Bend, OR. Bowl, OR. PO BOX 320, Government Camp, OR, 97028. Approx. 30 mile mountain bike ride from Mt. Bachelor to . Bend. After one major climb, mostly downhill mixed 50/ 50 with single track and fire roads. 10:00 a.m. meet at Jul 12-13: 2nd Annual Sea to Sky Mountain Bike Trail Mt. Bachelor nordic center. Fee: $5. Hutch’s Bicycle- Ride. Whistler, B.C.. Ride the newly developed 150 km Bend, (541) 382-9253. mountain bike trail in Super Natural British Columbia with an overnight at Whistler Resort. Limit 500. Pro- Sep 12-14: Oregon Championship Series #5. MT. Hood Ski ceeds to Sea to Sky Trail Society. Visit our web site at Bowl, OR. PO BOX 320, Government Camp, OR, 97028. http://www.mbronline.com/mbr_html/canada/ . sea2sky.htm Robin McKinney, R.E.M. Event manage- Sep 13-14: UCI Mountain Bike World Championships. ment, 1-1816 McNicoll Ave., Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1A6. Switzerland. NORBA , NORBA, One Olympic Plaza, Colo- (604) 878-8800 or (604) 738-7655, email: rado Springs, CO, 80909. (719)578-4717. [email protected]. Sep 20-21: Belfair Mountain Bike Festival. Belfair, WA. Jul 12-19: The Gorge Games. Hood River, OR. 100% All Rock & Road Cyclery’s 3 rd Annual Mountain Bike natural sports and music festival. Festival: Fun music & lots of racing for all ages. Fee $15 : 7/18/97, Downhill, taking place at Ski for preregistration with 5 canned goods. Cross country Bowl. Open to everyone.7/19/97, X-Country, open to race, observed trails and dirt criterium. Gordon Swetland, peddlers of all abilities.Cash and prizes awarded for top 5076 N. Third, Fort Lewis, WA, 98433. (206) 964-0960 The Lake Washington Velo cycling team performances. NORBA sanctioned or Email: [email protected]. Also includes guided MT. Bike rides, clinics, live music, daily Sep 20: Snoqualmie Pass Tunnel Ride- Greatest Hits Ride and the hikes, daycare services, ultimate frisbee, horse back #7. Elisa Shostak, Backcountry Bicycle Trials Club, riding, river rafting, Competition in Windsurfing, kayaking, P.O. Box 21288, Seattle, WA, 98111. (206) 283-2995. Marymoor Velodrome Association snowboarding, hatrail run and lots more! Sep 26-28: Mt. Hood Skibowl (AMBC). Portland, OR. Petr present the 1997 Web site: www.gorgegames.com Gorge Games, 105 Oak Kakes, Hurrican Racing, PO Box 280, Government Camp, St., #270, Hood River , OR, 97031. (541) 386-7774 or OR, 97028. (503) 272-3206 x244 or Fax: (503) 272- email: [email protected]. 3554. Jul 12: Tolt Pipeline Plus - Greatest Hits Ride #5. Elisa Sep 28: Black Rock Cannonball Ride. Bend, OR. The PACIFIC FINANCIAL SERVICES Shostak, Backcountry Bicycle Trials Club, P.O. Box classic “farewell to summer” mountain bike ride. Approx. 21288, Seattle, WA, 98111. (206) 283-2995. 20 miles at 6000 ft. + elevation around Paulina lakes. 10:00 a.m. meet at Paulins lake parking area, 20 miles Jul 16-17: Oregon Championship Series #3. MT. Hood Ski SE of Bend. Hutch’s Bicycle- Bend, (541) 382-9253. CORPORATION Bowl, OR. PO BOX 320, Government Camp, OR, 97028. . Jul 19-20: Oakridge Fat Tire Festival (AMBC). Oakridge, OR. David Beede, PO Box 1292, Oakridge, OR, 97463. Other (541) 343-0946 or Email: [email protected]. Jul 19-26: 2nd Annual Kettle Valley Cycle Tour. British Aug 2: Surf & Turf. Port Townsend, WA. Triathalon & Relay Columbia. Mountain bike 300 miles over 8 days along a at Fort Worden State Park. 2.5 nautical mile Race RIX trail that utilizes abandoned railbeds that weave through (or any other sea worthy vessel) an 8km mountain bike race followed by a 6 km X-C Footrace. Fee $30. P canyons, past mountains, orchards vineyards, lakes and rivers. Registration fee of $445 US all inclusive. Seperate entries are required for every relay team. Bette Winetasting, nightly entertainment. Lodge Stay - 20 Auila, PO Box 1409, Port Hadlock, WA, 98339. (360) RAND people maximum. Visit our web site at http:// 385-3831 x 528 or (360) 379-0513. G mindlink.net/outrec_council/kvride.htm Robin McKinney, R.E.M. Event management, 1-1816 McNicoll Ave., Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1A6. (604) 878-8800 or Event Features: (604) 738-7655, email: [email protected]. Rides and Tours Fastest Human Jul 19-20: Canada Cup #5. Whistler Mountain, Whistler, Jul 6: 1997 Seattle Rainbow Ride. Seattle, WA. The B.C.. Cross country, downhill,dual slalom, observed Rainbow Ride offers distances from 15 miles to 62; from in the Northwest trails, kid’s races.Web site http://www.pro- social and easy -paced to brisk paced. Rides start at competition.com Claire Bonin, Professional Competi- Gasworks Park at 8:30 Fee: $7 in advance, $10 day of State Championship tion, (250) 656-7995 or Email: ride Food stops included Different Spokes, 9206) 860- [email protected]. 7645. Points Race & Kierin Jul 19-20: Whistler International Challenge . Whistler Jul 6: 3rd Seattle Rainbow Ride. Gasworks Park, Seattle, Mountain, Whistler, B.C.. Cross country, downhill,dual WA. Distances of 15, 30, 45 or 60 miles. The ride slalom, observed trails, kid’s races. (AMBC #10/BC emphasizes the social aspect of cycling together. Each Info: (206) 527.9345 www.iscn.com/marymoor/pfsgp.htm Champs) Web site http://www.pro-competition.com rider may join a group based on the distance and pace Claire Bonin, Professional Competition, (250) 656-7995 which the rider wishes to cycle. FEE: $10 day of ride Eric S ATURDAY JULY 26, 5:30PM or Email: [email protected]. or Dennis, Different Spokes, (206) 689-6811. Jul 25-27: Oregon Championship Series #4. MT. Hood Ski Jul 12: Midsummer Nightmare Double Century Ride. Spo- Bowl, OR. PO BOX 320, Government Camp, OR, 97028. kane and Stevens Counties. One-day, 200 mile bike tour . with over 10,000ft of elevation gain. Features a tough M ARYMOOR VELODROME Jul 26-27: Pacific Crest Cup. Snoqualmie Pass, WA. course on the beautiful rural roads of Spokane and Downhill on Sat. and cross country on Sun. Pre NORBA Stevens counties, river views. A moderately hilly and Nationals courses. All Cats + kids races. Fee: $18 challenging ride. Limited support; Snacks and com- $2000 PRIZE LIST prereg. or $20 day of race David Douglas, Pazzo Promo- memorative t-shirt included. Fee: $25 Send SASE. Brian tions, 4207 SW Hill St., Seattle, WA, 98116. (206) 932- Houser, Steve Sauser, Spokane Bicycle Club, PO Box 5921 or Email:[email protected]. 62, Spokane, WA, 99210. (509) 325-1171 (mess.) or B E THERE Jul 27: The 10th Northwest Mountain Bike Legendary Fax: Attn Sauser (509) 928-1116, . Series. Enumclaw, WA— Evans Creek. (206) 565-9050. Jul 12: 8th Annual Countryside Classic. Poulsbo, WA. 15 Pacific Financial Services: (425) 455.9200 (800) 843.8608 Jul 29: The Klamath Heat. Klamath Falls, OR. Race #5 of miles, 30 miles and 100 km. Fee: $15 individula, $25 tandems, $10 under 12. Includes full sag, mechanic Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 17 CALENDAR

and home baked goods at all rest stops. Fully supported Aug 3-6: Tour de Lane, “The Baby’s Bottom”. Lane ride throughKitsap County, Northern and Central regions County, OR. Fully supportred tours of untraveled, paved including Poulsbo and Silverdale. Kevin Sheehan, West roads in Lane County, OR. Ride from the Cascade Sound Cycling Club, . foothills to the coast, 50-80 miles daily. Points of Jul 13: Willamette Greenway Tour. 21st annual tour of interest include: interpreted old-growth hikes, vine- Williamette Valley. Choose between 50 and 75 mile yards, faux-Wild West attraction, party with band and loops. Susan Chavez, Mid Valley Wheelmen, P.O. Box raffle prizes. Limit: 150 riders Fee: $285. Deadline for 1283, Corvallis, OR, 97339. 503-758-5006. registration: one month before ride. Paul Kemp, Pathfinders, P.O. Box 210, Oakridge, OR, 97463. 800- Jul 16: Ice Cream Classic. Sunriver, OR. 55 mile road ride 778-4838 or E-mail: [email protected]. from Sunriver around Mt. Bachelor. Fee: $5 Susan OR, YOU COULD GO Bonacker, Sunnyside Sports, 930 NW Newport Ave, Aug 3: Snolquamie Tour de Peaks. Snoqualmie, WA. 8 mi, Visit an authorized Bend, OR, 97701. (541) 382-8018 or (541) 382-3079 50 km and 100 km tours, all featuring great scenery, town festival events and local restaurant food sampling. THE EXTRA $28,885 Cannondale dealer today: Email: [email protected]. Fee: $15 ind. $30 family and $25 tandem prereg. $20/ Jul 13-20: Trek Redwoods to Golden Gate. California. 35 day of race. Fee includes marked route, map, route Eight-day ride begins in N. California at Avenue of the guide, number, sag, souvenir and first 300 preregis- AND GET YOURSELF Redmond Cycle Americas. Ride to the Golden Gate Bridge. Fee: $50 and tered riders receive free t-shirt. Celebrate Snolquamie 16205 Redmond Way minimum of $800 in pledges. Fully supported Lori Hawaiin Days! Karen McKiernan, Snolquamie Valley Brown, American Lung Association of Washington, 2625 Events, Inc., P.O. Box 2026, Snoqualmie, WA, 98065. A JEEP. Redmond, WA 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98121. (206) 441-5100 or (800) (888) 0021. (206) 885-6363 732-9339. Aug 3-9: SPUDS 3-Cycling around Idaho. North Fork, ID. Jul 13-17: Northwest Tours. San Juan Islands. Road bike The third annual ride across the state of Idaho, explores tour, small intimate groups. Includes lodging, most the sparsely populated eastern side of the potatoe meals, road support, gear transport.Call for full calen- state. Riders will roll from tiny North Fork, high in the Milton Cycles dar of rides offered. Sandy Green, Scenic Adventure Rockies, through the central lava fields, the eastern Cycling, 1324 NW Vickburg, Bend, OR, 97701. (541) wheatfields and enjoy a soak in Lava Hot Springs, before 524 E. Meridian 385-5257 or (541) 330-6118, Email: [email protected]. reaching the ride’s conclusion in Preston; Idaho’s old- 2 miles so of Wild Waves Jul 13: Tour de Pierce. Puyallup Fairgrounds,Puyallup, WA. est city. Fee: $450 fully supported, camping, all meals. (Federal Way) Milton, WA 12, 30 and 50 mile loops of varying terrain through Cyclevents, PO Box 7491, Jackson Hole, WY, 83002- beautiful Puyallup Valley countryside. Sponsored by the 7491. (888) 733-9615. (206) 952-6763 Pierce County parks to benefit bicycle safety and youth Sep 7: Sunnyside Century. 25th annual Century Ride recreation programs. Pre-registration preferred. Fee: around Century Drive and Mt. Bachelor. 50,100 mile $10 individual, $25 family ($12 and $30 day of ride]. options available. Susan Bonacker, Sunnyside Sports, Mike Dobb, Pierce County Parks, 9112 Lakewood Dr. 930 NW Newport Ave, Bend, OR, 97701. (541) 382- Kennewick Schwinn SW, Tacoma, WA, 98499. (206) 593-4176. 8018 or (541) 382-3079 3101 W Clearwater Jul 19: S - 2 - S. Seattle to Spokane. Ride from Seattle to Email: [email protected]. Kennewick, WA Spokane along Route 2 in one day (285 miles). Terry Aug 10-16: The Oregon Bicycle Ride. Denio Junction , NV. Zmrhal, 9304 168th Place NE, Redmond, WA, 98052. 250 riders. 7 day supported tour across Oregon. Denio (800) 827-8157 (206) 861-1766 or email: [email protected]. Junction, NV to Gold Beach, OR. Includes camping, Jul 19: Watermelon Rides. Willamette Valley, OR. A one meals, gear transport and road support. Call for full day ride through the southern Willamette Valley with calendar of rides offered. Sandy Green, Scenic Adven- three route options: 82miles, 124 miles and 200 miles. ture Cycling, 1324 NW Vickburg, Bend, OR, 97701. Spoke & Ski Martin Doerfler, Salem Bicycle Club, PO Box 2224, (541) 385-5257 or (541) 330-6118, Email: 13303 NE 175th St. Salem, OR, 97308. (503) 390-0079 or Email: [email protected]. [email protected]. Aug 14-17: Ride for a Reason. Portland, OR to Seattle or Woodinville, WA Jul 20-26: Northwest Tours. Puget Sound . Road bike tour Vancouver, B.C. to Seattle. A long distance bike ride Cannondale’s full and front suspension (206) 483-6626 to Vicxtoria, B.C., small intimate groups. Includes lodg- involving 1,500 riders simultaneously departing Port- ing, most meals, road support, gear transport.Call for land and Vancouver, B.C and pedaling to Seattle. A fully mountain bikes, with In-the-headtube full calendar of rides offered. Sandy Green, Scenic supported ride from start finish: food, camping, mas- Adventure Cycling, 1324 NW Vickburg, Bend, OR, 97701. sage, entertainment and mechanical support on the Headshokª technology (541) 385-5257 or (541) 330-6118, Email: road. Riders raise a minimum of $1,500 in pledges that [email protected]. benefit the work of HIV and AIDS prevention, education Jul 20-26: High Rockies Tour ’97. Vail, CO to Vail, CO. This and care services agencies in the Northwest. 50 mi a is a loop tour averaging 68 miles a day. Climb two day with an enlargement option to 80 mi on day 2 or passes each day over 10,000 ft. One day you will climb 3.Fee: $45 with a minimum of $1500 in pledges. Weekly and decend Mt. Evans on the highest paved road in the rider orientation meetings with all information and ma- U.S. There is no sag/vehicle, “we carry our own stuff”. terials necessary to get started.Riders have an indi- Fee: $225 includes overnight accommodations, two vidual ride guide to support them with fitness training, group dinners and souvenir cap. Gary Keene, 245 Wyo- fund raising. Discounts offered for gyms, bike shops and ming Ave, Billings, MT, 59101. (800) 808-0408 or Fax: free classes. Web address - http:// (406) 256-6224. www.rideforareason.org Cascade AIDS Project, North- Jul 26-27: Saragosa Weekend. Near Eugene, OR. A week- west Aids Foundation, Chicken Soup Brigade, Bailey end of trafficless touring based at Saragosa Old West Boushay House, People of Color Against Aids Network, Recreation Park. Century option on Saturday, live band, AIDS Vancouver, B.C., (888) 89-BIKES or (206) 322- feasting, camping. Paul Kemp, Pathfinders, P.O. Box BIKE. 210, Oakridge, OR, 97463. 800-778-4838 or E-mail: Aug 15-16: Ride from Seattle to Vancouver, B.C. and [email protected]. Party (RSVP). Start in Seattle. 200 miles, supported. Jul 26: Out Spokin’ for Habitat. Sawyer Park, Bend, OR. $50 fee. Limited to the first 900 registrants. Back to A benefit for the Bend Area Habitat for Humanity. Three back century. Lively party at the Vancouver, B.C. finish scenic routes: 26-45-84 miles . Fully sag supported, line. David Swendt, Cascade Bicycle Club, P.O. Box refreshment stops, T-shirts, Win great prizes. Bend Area 31299, Seattle, WA, 98103. (206)522-BIKE. Habitat for Humanity, 138 N.E. Revere, Bend, OR, Aug 16-19: Tour de Lane, “The Classic”. Lane County, OR. 97701. (541) 385-5387. Fully supportred tours of untraveled, paved roads in Jul 26-27: MS 150 Jazz De-light Bike Tour. Port Townsend. Lane County, OR. Ride from the Cascade foothills to the NEW ROUTE! This 150-mile cycling weekend has been coast, 50-80 miles daily. Points of interest include: reborn! Depart from Seattle/Everett are and pedal to interpreted old-growth hikes, vineyards, faux-Wild West Port Townsend to experience the Port Townsend Jazz attraction, party with band and raffle prizes. Limit: 200 Festival and spend the night. Next day ferry to Whidbey riders per tour. Fee: $285. Deadline for registration: Island for a challenging journey over Southern Whidbey one month before ride. Paul Kemp, Pathfinders, P.O. Island. Enjoy the Jazz Festival, hotel or camping option, Box 210, Oakridge, OR, 97463. 800-778-4838 or E- optional century loop, massage therapists, door prizes mail: [email protected]. and Finish line party. Form a team or ride solo. Register Aug 16-30: CycleTour British Columbia - Ride Across B.C.. today for only $35. National Multiple Sclerosis Society, British Columbia. Ride across B.C! The 670 mile ride Western WA Chapter, (206) 284-4236 or (800) 800- starts in lake Louise, Alberta in the Canadian Rockies 7047. and passes through Yoho National Park through Rogers Jul 27: Trident Triple Bicycle Ride. Silverdale, WA. Lo- Pass in the Selkirk mountains. Visit hot springs, a cated on the Central Kitsap Peninsula, the ride provides desert and ghost towns. Ends in Vancouver, B.C. Fee: challenging scenic tour loops of 16-30-50 & 100 miles. $445 US. All inclusive (camping) Robin McKinney, All loops include a unique 10 mile tour of the Navy’s R.E.M. Event management, 1-1816 McNicoll Ave., TRIDENT submarine base. Fee: $15 for adults & $10 for Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1A6. (604) 878-8800 or (604) children 17 and under. Proceeds from the ride benefit 738-7655, email: [email protected]. the Paul Linder Educational Foundation and the Silverdale Aug 16: The Sunrise, Cycles & Sagebrush Bike Ride. Chamber of Commerce. (360) 692-6800. Cheyenne, Wyoming. Fully supported. Fee: $20 for adults Jul 27: Hutch’s Hundred. Bend, OR. Century ride west of and $8 for children before Aug. 1, 1997, $25 and $10 Mountain Bike Outfitters Performance Bike Shop Bend. Route will probably include Sisters and North after. La Jeanne T. Gilmer, (307) 635-3733 or Email: Redmond. 9:00 a.m. meet at Hutch’s Westside. [email protected]. 703 S Central Ave 811 NE 45th Fees: $5. Call for more information. Hutch’s Bicycles, 820 Aug 16: Rim to Roseburg. Crater Lake, OR. This is a 100 NE Third Street, Bend, OR, (541) 382-6248. mile ride from the rim of Crater Lake to downtown Kent, WA Seattle, WA Roseburg. It is a dry run for a race being planned in Jul 31: Ride Around Mt. Ranier in One Day (RAMROD). 1998. The ride starts out with 4 miles of hard climbing, (206) 854-7487 (206) 633-3877 Enumclaw, WA. One day around Mt. Rainier. 154 mi, then a 14 mile FAST, downhill, and the rest of the ride 10,000 ft elevation gain. Registration by lottery. Redmond is small hills and decents, to flat road. This ride is being Cycling Club, P.O. Box 1841, Bothell, WA, 98041-1841. put on by Umpqua Velo. Mitch LaMoure, (503) 957- (206) 233-1861. 1020. Mountain Bike Outfitters Woodinville Bike & Ski Aug 2-9: CycleTour Alberta. Alberta. Experience the best Aug 17-23: WYCYC EIGHT- Wyoming Cycling Celebration. of Alberta in the Canadian Rockies. From Jaspar to Lake Jackson Hole, WY. The 1997 route takes a true diagonal 11320 NE 124th St. 17530 132nd Ave NE Loise you’ll cycle for four days through the National across the wide open spaces of Wyoming, from the start Parks with visits to Athabasca Falls, the Columbia in Jackson Hole at the base of the Grand Tetons to Kirkland, WA Woodinville, WA Icefields and more. There is a two day hike around the Laramie in the eastern grasslands. In between riders trails of the Vally of 10 Peaks and Moraine Lake. Fee: will explore the scenic Wood River Valley, central desert (206) 820-0104 (206) 485-7547 $445 US. All inclusive (camping) Robin McKinney, and tackle the Snowy Mountain Range. Fee: $450; fully R.E.M. Event management, 1-1816 McNicoll Ave., supported, campaign, all meals. Web address http:// Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1A6. (604) 878-8800 or (604) www.cyclevents.com Cyclevents, PO Box 7491, Jackson 738-7655, email: [email protected]. Hole, WY, 83002-7491. (888) 733-9615.

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Aug 21-24: “Crater Lake or Bust!”. Oakridge, OR. Fully supportred tour from Peninsula, San Juan Islands and Canada’s Vancouver Island, finishing down Oakridge, OR to Crater Lake and back, mostly on paved roads with no traffic the west coast of Washington. Bike and ferry combine to transport you through and lots of old growth. Paul Kemp, Pathfinders, P.O. Box 210, Oakridge, OR, islands as you travel where forest meets ocean. 97463. 800-778-4838 or E-mail: [email protected]. Web site: http:www.kneeland.com/timtka/ Tim Kneeland & Associates, (800) Aug 23-25: Courage Classic. Snoqualmie, WA. 3-day, 172-mile, 3-pass adven- 433-0528 or (206) 322-4102. ture through Cle Elum, Leavenworth and Skykomish. Fundraising event for Sep 13-15: Trek Tri-Island. Seattle Ferry Terminal, Seattle, WA. Three-day, 135- Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Fully upported, all meals, terrific staff and mile bicycle ride from Seattle, through the San Juan Islands, to Victoria, continuos smiles. Tim Kneeland, Tim Kneeland & Associates, Inc., 200 Lake British Columbia. 5 Islands, 4 ferry rides, 3 days, 2 countries: 1 incredible Washington Blvd. , Ste. 101, Seattle, WA, 98122-6540. (800) 433-0528. adventure! Full support. $50 registration fee, $350 in pledges. American Lung Aug 30-Sep 5: Woman Tours-Canadian Rockies. Canadian Rockies. A women Association of Washington., 2625 Third Ave, Seattle, WA, 98121. 206-441- only road tour in the Canadian rockies and Jasper Banff. Fee: $885, includes 5100 or 800-732-9339 (in WA). Inn -to-Inn, van supported and all meals. Gloria Smith, Woman Tours, PO Box Sep 13-Jun 15: Trek Tri Island. Lori Brown, American Lung Association of 931, Driggs, ID, 83422. (208) 354-8804 or (800) 247-1444 or (208) 354- Washington, 2625 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98121. (206) 441-5100 or (800) 8804. 732-9339. Aug 31: Tour de Kitsap. Bremerton, WA. 30, 50 & maybe 100 mile loops from Sep 13: High Sierra Fall Century. Mammoth Lakes, CA. The scenery, the terrain the Bremerton Waterfront Boardwalk. Fees: $15 individual, $25 tandem , and the support are as good as it gets.100 mile/30 mile ride. Fee: $35 single, $10 children aged18 and under. Souvenir t-shirts: $15. Includes maps, rest $55 Tandem, $25 short ride. Includes lots of food and drink, T-shirt, patch, stops, food & drinks. A sanctioned Seafair & Bremerton Blackberry Festival. post-ride swim party. Support: SAG support, roving mechanics, route slips & Free bicycle corral parking at finish to enjoy events. Ted Dupee, West Sound course description. Benefits The Mono Lake Committee and Sierra Cycling Cycling Club & City of Bremerton, 1154 Bertha Ave. NW, Bremerton, WA, Foundation. Email or call for information: [email protected] Kay Ogden , PO 98312. (306) 479-1265 or (360) 698-3876. Box 7660, Mammoth Lakes, CA, 93546. (760) 934-7757 or (760) 647-6595. Sep 6-8: Trek Tri-Island. Seattle Ferry Terminal, Seattle, WA. Three-day, 135- Sep 20-22: Trek Tri-Island. Seattle Ferry Terminal, Seattle, WA. Three-day, 135- mile bicycle ride from Seattle, through the San Juan Islands, to Victoria, mile bicycle ride from Seattle, through the San Juan Islands, to Victoria, British Columbia. 5 Islands, 4 ferry rides, 3 days, 2 countries: 1 incredible British Columbia. 5 Islands, 4 ferry rides, 3 days, 2 countries: 1 incredible adventure! Full support. $50 registration fee + pledges. Also on 9/13-9/15 adventure! Full support. $50 registration fee, $350 in fundraising pledges. and 9/20-9/22. American Lung Association of Washington., 2625 Third Ave, Dates: TBA Lori Brown, American Lung Association of Washington., 2625 Seattle, WA, 98121. 206-441-5100 or 800-732-9339 (in WA). Third Ave, Seattle, WA, 98121. (206) 441-5100 or (800) 732-9339 . Sep 6-14: Woman Tours-Canadian Rockies. Canadian Rockies. A women only Sep 20-28: Woman Tours-Zion/Grand Canyon. Zion. A women only road tour road tour in the Canadian Rockies covering five National Parks and 507 miles. from Zion to the Grand Canyon and Bryce. 326 miles. Fee: $1160, includes Fee: $1370, includes Inn -to-Inn, van supported and all meals. Gloria Smith, Inn -to-Inn, van supported and all meals. Gloria Smith, Woman Tours, PO Box Woman Tours, PO Box 931, Driggs, ID, 83422. (208) 354-8804 or (800) 247- 931, Driggs, ID, 83422. (208) 354-8804 or (800) 247-1444 or (208) 354- 1444 or (208) 354-8804. 8804. Sep 6-7: Saragosa Weekend. Near Eugene, OR. A weekend of trafficless touring Sep 21: 18th Annual Autumn Century Ride. Wandermere Mall, N.Division, based at Saragosa Old West Recreation Park. Century option on Saturday, live Spokane, WA. 25, 62 &100 mile scenic rides around Spokane with mechani- band, feasting camping. Paul Kemp, Pathfinders, P.O. Box 210, Oakridge, cal & medical support. Cookies, shirts, great food and more cookies. OR, 97463. 800-778-4838 or E-mail: [email protected]. Proceeds to benefit Bicycle Safety and Education. Fees: $5, $10 and $20 Sep 6-Jun 8: Trek Tri Island. Lori Brown, American Lung Association of (includes t-shirt) Prize drawings. Send SASE. Buck Rogers, Spokane Bicycle Washington, 2625 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98121. (206) 441-5100 or (800) Club, P.O. Box 62, Spokane, WA, 99210-0062. (509) 325-1171 or Fax: Attn 732-9339. Sauser (509) 928-1116. Sep 7-21: 2nd Annual Kettle Valley Cycle Tour. British Columbia. Choose from Sep 26-28: The 15th Annual Oregon Trails Bicycle Trek. Willamette Valley. 2 Woodinville Ski & Bike 3, 6, 9, 12 or 15 day “stage” as we cycle through the interior of British or 3 days pedaling through scenic Willamette Valley. Full support. Fees in Columbia from Nelson to Spences Bridge (700 km) through some of the most pledges. Rick Milner, American Lung Association of Oregon, 9320 SW Barbur 17530 132nd Ave NE spectacular scenery in North America. you will ride through canyons, past Blvd., #140, Portland, OR, 97219. (503) 246-1997. mountains, alongside pristine rivers, lakes, orchards and vineyards on a trail Sep 27-28: September Winery Weekend. Near Eugene, OR. Two days of relaxed Woodinville, WA with a maximum grade of only 2%. Stage 1: 9/7-9/13; $445US Stage 2: 9/ touring in the beautiful Willamette Valley. Highlight is a Winemaker’s dinner 13-9/19; $445 US & stage 3: 9/18-21; $220 US Robin McKinney, R.E.M. - five course gourmet fare with appropriate wines. Paul Kemp, Pathfinders, (206) 485-7547 Event management, 1-1816 McNicoll Ave., Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1A4. (604) P.O. Box 210, Oakridge, OR, 97463. 800-778-4838 or E-mail: [email protected]. 878-8800 or (604) 738-7655, email: [email protected]. Sep 28: Peach of a Century. A ride south and east of Salem, fully supported with Sep 7-13: Cycle Oregon Ten. Idaho to Oregon. Cycle from the border of Idaho to teo route options- a full century and a metric century. Jackie Lefevre, Salem the Oregon Coast. Cycle Oregon, 8700 SW Nimbus Ave, Ste. B, Beaverton, OR, Bicycle Club, PO Box 2224, Salem, OR, 97308. (503) 390-9558 or Email: 97008. (800) 292-5367, (503) 643-8064 or (503) 241-2957. [email protected]. Sep 7-13: Wheeling Washington IV. Seattle WA to San Juans to Victoria BC to Long Beach WA. Enjoy a popular, verdant route through Washington’s Olympic “Calendar” continued on page 22

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Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 19 “Breathe” from page 1 up of ridges (turbinates) which force incoming air to without contracting the abdominal muscles. my practice everyday is that the rib cage becomes a swirl into a refined stream most suitable for oxygen STEP 4. Exaggerate STEP 3, try this: instead of fo- true cage. After years of shallow breathing, the ribs will transfer in the lungs. cusing on exhaling through your nose, try squeezing tighten around the chest. The ribs never fully expand The nasal passages are lined with mucus-producing the air out solely by contracting your abdominal and thus become less flexible and more constrictive. membranes to keep the air moist and fight infection. muscles. The Darth Vader sound should be louder and “If you don’t use it, you lose it.” (Mucus membranes in the mouth dry out which in- more pronounced. The average adult breathes 26,000 times per day. creases the chance of infection.) STEP 5. Okay, try this. Get a pair of sunglasses and Each breathe should be a rejuvenating experience, not Nasal passages are lined with hair-like cilia that fil- clean them by fogging them up with your breath. “You a constrictive one. The ribs connect to the spine and ters incoming air. know, make that HAAA sound.” Now close your mouth should expand with every deep breath. Just that slight The specialized anatomy of the nasal passages con- and make the same sound with your nose. After you bit of movement from the ribs, 26,000 times a day, can ditions incoming air. The air is get that down, try to prolong the help keep the upper spine flexible and more resilient. warmed, cooled or moistened de- sound throughout the entire ex- Many times in my practice, a patient will need work pending on conditions. Athletic Medicine hale. on the back to increase rib and spinal flexibility and

Now that we have presented the EDITED BY MICHAEL LEWIS, D.C., C.S.C.S. You have now mastered Dr. function before they can begin better breathing habits. case for nose breathing, it is time Douillard’s Darth Vader Breathing. To advance to Level II you must first master Darth to review Dr. Douillard’s protocol Begin to increase the size of the Vader breathing. In fact, that’s what Level II is—ex- for breathing. Even though its obvious that nose breath- breath. Continue increasing the depth of the breath until panding on Level I. Dr. Douillard summarizes, “Just ing is more efficient than mouth breathing, according you are taking in as much air as possible and squeezing make that sound, and the rest will happen automati- to Dr. Douillard, it can be improved. Here’s the pro- out every last bit. Practice this while you are sitting, cally.” The key is getting the abdominal muscles to push cess he recommends... walking or driving. The easier this becomes in your daily the diaphragm up expelling carbon dioxide from the LEVEL I: Darth Vader Breathing activities, the easier it will be to apply to your cycling lower lobes up through the upper lobes. Once the lungs STEP 1. Inhale normally through your nose, shal- and other exercise activities. are completely empty, the freshly-inhaled oxygen can low and slow. LEVEL II: You’re on your way access all areas of the lungs. STEP 2. During the exhale, breathe out only through As we discussed in last month’s article and as you I encourage readers to try this method of breathing your nose. While you are exhaling, constrict your throat can see from the steps in Level I, the abdominal muscles in their daily lives and slowly adopt it into their exer- slightly, almost as if you are trying to snore. You should should be among the primary muscles of exhalation. cise program. I guarantee that it will not be easy. If you begin to sound something like Darth Vader. During this They are very important in forcing carbon dioxide out are going to give it a try I also encourage you to read step, you will feel a sensation in your upper throat. It of the lungs. Most of us do not notice using our ab- the book for a more complete explanation on the pro- will feel like you are exhaling through your mouth dominal muscles while breathing. This is because we cedure. rather than your nostrils but your mouth remains don’t. Dr. Douillard explains it best by comparing us closed. to rabbits. “We breathe like rabbits,” he says, (not Michael Lewis a certified chiropractic sports physi- STEP 3. Try the Darth Vader breathing (slight snore breed, “breathe”) using our costal muscles (muscles in cian and strength and conditioning specialist. His prac- with mouth closed) without contracting your abdomi- between the ribs). As discussed last month, this is ex- tice, Eastlake Chiropractic Center, is in Seattle. He can nal muscles. Try it now. If you are doing it correctly, tremely inefficient breathing. One of the problems men- be reached at (206) 324-8600. you will notice that it is impossible to make that sound tioned by Dr. Douillard and one that I personally see in

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20 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper (More) News & Notes Join free trail information For information about subscribing, Grady Way; and Saturn of Mountain bike activists in Oregon and email Mark Flint at . Volunteer bicycle me- forums to discuss trail access issues over chanics needed the Internet. Saturn recycles cycles The 1997 MS 150 Jazz Oregon Mountain Bikers has estab- De-Light Bike Tour is lished two listservs, one specifically for for youth looking for mechanic as- mountain bikers and one for mountain Local Saturn car retailers are teaming sistance for the weekend bikers and other non-motorized trail us- up with the Delridge Neighborhoods of July 26, 1007. The 150 ers. Development Association this summer to mile tour begins in Both lists are moderated to ensure that recycle used bicycles and distribute them Everett, heads to the discussions are relevant and civil. There to youth in the West Seattle community. Kitsap Peninsula and over- is no cost to join, but subscribers may be The second annual Saturn Cycle Re- nights in Port Townsend. removed for not following the guidelines. cycle Program, which began June 13 and Day two takes riders onto Mountain bikers may join the “Dirt ends July 12, encourages owners to do- Whidbey Island and re- Alert” network, where they can share nate unwanted bicycles to their local Sat- turns to the Mukilteo/ information about trails and access is- urn dealers so that they may refurbish Everett area. sues. This is essentially the same type of the bikes and distribute them through The MS Society needs forum as the IMBA and IMBA Pacific charitable organizations in West Seattle. volunteer mechanics at all Region lists, only it will be more local in The program is based on Saturn’s na- of the stop points men- scope. tionwide Recycle Cycle campaign which tioned and all areas in be- The broader “Oregon Trail” network has refurbished and distributed approxi- tween. Spend a day, an af- will be used to share information and mately 15,000 bikes to children in over ternoon or a weekend vol- discuss trail access issues, post alerts 300 cities. unteering your bicycle ex- about trail damage, work parties and Between now and July 12, bicycle pertise. All volunteers re- other events of interest to other subscrib- donations can be dropped off at four ceive an official event t- ers. One of the purposes of this listserv Saturn locations, including Saturn of shirt and meals. If inter- is to increase communication and Bellevue, located at 13815 NE 24th Ave; ested call Tori at (206)( Tour de Blasters take a well-deserved rest on June strengthen relationships among the user Saturn of Lynnwood, at 17305 Highway 284-4236 or (800) 800- 99; Saturn of Renton, located at 555 SW 7047. 14th at the newly opened, Johnson Ridge Observa- groups. tory, elevation 4,200 feet. This is “the end of the line” on the new road that winds 40 miles from Toutle into the Mount St. Helens’ National Volcanic Paul Read- Seattle’s Star-Spangled Cyclist Monument. Over half of the 1,200 riders took on the challenge of riding the entire course, an 80-mile slog BY TIM ENGLE criteriums and tactical races, he lists one with upwards of 6,000 feet of climbing. To many a cyclist, the chance to wear of his favorite aspects of cycling as the colors of the U.S. in any discipline is “training rides with my friends or my dad the inspiration needed to break through where we can talk and also get a work- a lactic acid-induced hell and reach for out.” that little extra. Many have dreamed of The 22 year-old can also list frame dropping the pack and sprinting across building as part of his palmares. Call (250)656-7995 the line with arms upraised, but as the “I’m pretty good friends with Glenn or visit our website Highlander says... Erickson (local framebuilder “There can be only featured in the May issue of www.pro-competition.com one.” For the last two The Bicycle Paper) and he let give us a call years of the collegiate me use his shop to build my and we'll send road title, that one has own frame [with which] I or fax you been Issaquah native won collegiate nationals on information Paul Read. last year!” The Cat I road racer Two national titles and has been cycling com- numerous accolades not petitively since the age of withstanding, representing 15 when he began rac- the U.S. on the National Canada Cup ing as a junior for Se- Road Team at the Tour of attle-area teams. He pro- Slovakia in July could be his gressed with the encour- greatest achievement. “I’m July 18-20 agement of his English-born father who very honored to be one of the six Ameri- raced bicycles in Europe and the United can riders chosen to make up the U.S. States. Upon completing high school, National Team in the Czech Republic, Paul received a scholarship to attend but money is real tight. I thank all the Midwestern State University in Wichita support that my sponsors at Powerbar, Falls, Texas, one of only a handful of Oakley, American Classic, SRP and my schools to offer such scholarships. local shop Free Wheeling in Austin have Though he was given money to ride his given me, but I’m coming up a little bike, funding was limited. This produced short,” he said. “I could definitely use a a transfer to the University of Texas in little help with the plane ticket.” produced by Austin for his junior year. Paul Read is one of a handful of cy- The Health and Community Manage- clists who’s been able to reach down and ment student has managed to find suc- come up with the winning kick two years cess in both academics and cycling by running. Though you may never be that Sanctioned by receiving an academic scholarship and victorious rider with arms upraised, you UCI, CCA and CBC winning the stars and stripes jersey of can be a part of the story and help an NORBA licences accepted U.S. Collegiate Road Champion... two American hopeful. years in a row! Though he enjoys Bicycle Paper JULY 1997 21 CALENDAR Dillon, USA Unlimited Sports Action, PO 5/5, 5/19, 6/9, 6/23, 7/7, 7/23, 8/4, 8/ Box 7075, Boise, ID, 83707. (208) 342- 18 Chris Hamilton, Raindance Velo Club, (continued from page 19) 3910. (503) 236-4712. Sep 20: 5th Annual Lava Rama. Lava, ID. Aug 18: RCW Masters Night PIR. Port- Ron Dillon, USA Unlimited Sports Ac- land International Raceway. Every other Series Races tion, PO Box 7075, Boise, ID, 83707. Monday night, age graded circuit races. (208) 342-3910. Jul 5: Galena Grinder. Sun Valley, ID. A rider’s best 10 out 5/5, 5/19, 6/9, 6/23, 7/7, 7/23, 8/4, 8/ of 18 races count towards championship Ron Dillon, Sep 21: Padden Cyclocross Series. 18 Chris Hamilton, Raindance Velo Club, USA Unlimited Sports Action, PO Box 7075, Boise, ID, Bellingham, WA. Kulshan Cycles , (360) (503) 236-4712. 83707. (208) 342-3910. 733-6440. Aug 23: Oregon State Hillclimb Champi- Jul 11-13: State Games of Oregon. Government Camp, OR. Sep 26-28: AMBC. Government Camp, OR. onships. Timberline, OR. USCF hillclimb DH, DS, XC & obs trials Petr Kakes, PO Box 320, DH, DS, XC & obs trials Petr Kakes, PO championships for the state of Oregon. Government Camp, OR, 97028. (503) 272-0146 or Box 320, Government Camp, OR, 97028. Candi Murray, U.S.C.F., 4318 S.E. 8th Ct., (503) 272-3554. (503) 272-0146 or (503) 272-3554. Gresham, OR, 97080. 503-667-6220 or 503-661-5874. Jul 12-13: McCall Ski Town Bike Fest. McCall, ID. A rider’s best 10 out of 18 races count towards champion- Sep 6: Seward Park Season End Crite- ship Ron Dillon, USA Unlimited Sports Action, PO Box Single Race rium. Seward Park, Seattle, WA. A raindrop 7075, Boise, ID, 83707. (208) 342-3910. shaped .8 mile course with a 200 yard hill. All CATS + free kids race. Fee: $13 prereg. Jul 25-27: Jim Travise Memorial. Government Camp, OR. Jul 1: Burley Cycling Classic. Tandem - only stage race. More TBA later or $15 day of race. WSBA Awards and BBQ. DH, DS, XC & obs trials Petr Kakes, PO Box 320, David Douglas, Pazzo Promotions, 4207 Government Camp, OR, 97028. (503) 272-0146 or Patricia LeCaux Russ Morton, 4080 Stewart SW Hill St., Seattle, WA, 98116. (206) (503) 272-3554. Road, Eugene , OR, 97402. (541) 687- 932-5921 or Email:[email protected]. Jul 26-27: Big Mountain Bike Festival. Whitefish, MT. A 1644. rider’s best 10 out of 18 races count towards champion- Jul 4: Joe Matava Memorial Criterium. ship. Downhill & Cross-country. Ron Dillon, USA Unlim- Burien, WA. All Categories Fee: $15 ited Sports Action, PO Box 7075, Boise, ID, 83707. Dave Bachman, Wheelsport Cycling Stage Race (208) 342-3910. Team, (253) 852-4946. Jul 12-13: Hammerfest Stage Race. Spo- Aug 2: Chinook “Scorchin Hot!” Road Race Series. USCF Jul 7-8: Silverton Cycling Festival. kane. Challenging single loop road race, Road Race (Circuit). 10.5 mile loop. Greg Michler, PO Silverton. Euro-style roadrace around a Flatt TT 20 miles; IT, CRIT, Road race Alex Box 132 , Richland, WA, 99352. (509) 946—5507 or 90-100 mile course. Rolling enclosure. $1000 prize list. Jul 19: Snohomish Kl Ha Ya Days Road Race. Snohomish, Renner, S. 131 Sherman, Spokane, WA, 99202-1460. Email: [email protected]. Steve Yenne, 1790 Liberty St. SE, Salem, OR, 97302. (509) 456-0432 or (509) 456-8875, email: (503) 362-0500 or Fax: (503) 362-5302 WA. 5 mile loop on newly paved rural roads. Rolling hills Aug 2-3: Fairhaven Stage Race. Bellingham, WA. 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22 JULY 1997 Bicycle Paper OPINION gear. You’ll need all the gears Shimano take your pedal off and your foot with can supply. it. Living the easy life Look at a map. Find Chico, north and Even if you don’t lose a foot, you don’t a little east of Sacramento. See how the wanna fall off. You’re not going to fall town, you can ride for miles, a car pass- map color changes east of town? Those on soft grass or into cushy underbrush. BY MAYNARD HERSHON ing you every few minutes. Not bad at are the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Uh-uh. You’re going to fall on rocks, big all. Range. Does the word “foothills” mean solid rocks. Sketchy. Dear Faithful Reader, It’s worthwhile leaving town. Riding gentle rolling country to you? Not these Hey, I’ll get used to it; You’ll see. I’ve moved from Berkeley to Chico, around here is won- foothills. Months from now, when you ask me how California, at the north end of the Sac- derful. I’ve been riding the mountain bikin’ is around here, I’ll ramento Valley, nearly three hours north- West and north- my travel-bike with say, bitchin’, dude. I’ll be the master of east of the SF Bay. A smallish college west, out toward the its triple chainrings local singletrack. Just you wait. town, Chico is remarkably bicycle- Sacramento river, and been glad I had Meanwhile, though, I’ve been riding friendly thanks to a politically active bike there are miles of ‘em. On rides east my bike on errands and getting in more club, Chico Velo. quiet, flat country of town, I’ve used training miles than I did in Berkeley. I Chico’s got to be one of the easiest roads. You pedal every gear for the knew all the roads there and I’d long places in the U.S. to live the car-free life. down those roads long, steep climbs since begun taking the scenery for Lots of people do. There’s a strong envi- and find yourself lost and fast, euphoric granted. Here, each ride’s an exploration. ronmentalist feeling here, and not much in thought, seldom descents. I often get lost and thus see more: Every love for the automobile. You meet doz- disturbed by the an- Those of you vista’s a new vista. I’m a stranger on a ens of people and seldom see a Jeep gry sound of passing who’ve been here in bike in a beautiful land. Cherokee or GMC diesel 4X4 out at the cars or trucks. April for the popu- Please notice, regular readers, if you curb. Lovely. lar Wildflower sense a change in my writing. Perhaps, No wonder: It’s easy to get around on I ride out there on Century know Chico’s fewer cars will mean fewer inci- your bike. No place is more than 15 min- my fixed-gear road what I mean. The dents with cars. I won’t be inspired to utes away from anyplace else. Once you bicycle, spinning climbs up Honey write about them so often or so critically. learn how to find them, quiet streets or along warm-legged Run Road to Para- Perhaps Chico’s more varied, more chal- bike paths nearly always connect one on those gloriously dise (1500ft in 5 lenging terrain will inspire me to write place to another. flat roads. The quiet- miles), and up about... varied, challenging terrain. Who Downtown traffic is crummy, like ness and steady, smooth low-gear ped- Cherokee Road to Table Mountain knows? traffic anywhere. All traffic’s crummy, aling loosen me up. That riding calms (1050ft in 5.5 miles) are grueling. They Perhaps Chico’s cyclists, all but a few but there’s less of it here than in the ur- me, helps me think clearly. A couple hurt. of them strangers to me until mid-April, ban areas where most people live. Fewer hours in the one low gear feels like a va- It’s a 10-mile grind to the end of will provide experiences and stories that people mean fewer drivers. The town’s cation. Cohasset Road north of town, and it will inspire me to write about THEM. 45,000; maybe there are an additional If you ride east or northeast out of grows steadily steeper as you ride. A Many probably anticipate that possibil- 40,000 in “greater” Chico. Just outside Chico, you’ll need more than one low climb so long with so few short descents ity and are careful what they do and say is rare, I think. Here, all you have to do when I’m around. to try one is pedal up the bike path past Whatever comes of it editorially, I’m MARKETPLACE the airport. There you are at the bottom. starting a new adventure in a terrific new Enjoy. place thanks to my bicycle. It introduced Mountain biking here is demanding, me to Chico back in the late ’80s. My LEP and kinda intimidating to a wussy off- bike led me here... 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