Cross Bike for Sale $1200

The New Cronus is in and the X02 needs a new home. The bike is in good shape and is spec'd with SRAM Rival. Size is a 56 and wheels are Bontrager Race Lites. Price is firm. Contact Greg at gshimonek@aol.com.

Seen in the Hills of North Carolina . . . 

I turned back :-(

It was 10 Years Ago Tomorrow

It was August 11th 2002 that we lost our good friend Tony Naikelis, when you're out riding your bike tomorrow think about the guy who did so much for the local mountain biking community. Take a second to reach out to a rider you don't know, say "hey dude" with a smile,Tony would have wanted it that way.
A memorial ride is being planned for the middle of October in Omaha

The photo above was taken at the annual Sugar Bottom Scramble in Iowa City, it was my first Cat 1 MTB race, Tony had been out drinking until 5:00 a.m. and still finished fifth, he then slept in the back seat the entire four hours home. Pictured in the blue jersey is Mike McGrath. 

I miss you buddy.

Ride Giant Demo Tour

at Bike Masters, 129th and Fort St, Omaha
Sunday, July 15
10 am - 3 pm

For bike list and other info:
http://www.bikemastersomaha.com/ride-giant-demo-tour-comes-to-bike-masters/#more-1627

MTB's will ride Tranquility Park. Will have suggested routes for road bikes.

Cornhusker State Games!

 Branched Oak Area 7 singletrack goodness

Hey Round Wheel types,

The Cornhusker State Games are just around the corner with cycling events in Mtb, Touring, Road and Bmx.

The Cycling Tour kicks off on Sunday, July 22, with 25, 50 and 100 mile routes starting at Fallbrook in NW Lincoln.  All routes will follow Hwy 24 with wide shoulders on both outbound and return legs.  We have an early start to beat the heat.  For more information, log on to
http://www.cornhuskerstategames.com/index.php?module=cms&page=68.

The Cornhusker State Games Mountain Bike race will be held on Sat. July 28th at Branched Oak State Lake, Area 7.  This fast, fun course flows along the banks of Branched Oak lake and will test your legs with several short climbs. The course is in excellent condition and will make for a fun day of racing.  Come out and be a champion!  Check into more info at:
http://www.cornhuskerstategames.com/index.php?module=cms&page=67.

We hope to see you at one of these great cycling events.  Register on-line today!
http://www.cornhuskerstategames.com/index.php?module=cms&page=40


Kris Sonderup
CSG Mountain Bike Race Director
CSG Cycling Tour Co-Director
kris@cycleworksusa.com
402-430-4566

MTB [Mis]Adventures in Mexico

A big THANK YOU goes to my employer, Grace University, for granting me a sabbatical for the Spring semester of 2012. From early January to the end of May Denise and I served as teachers and counselors in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. San Carlos is about 350 miles south of Tucson. One of the unexpected perks of this sabbatical was the opportunity to put in a lot of miles on the bike. Here are some of the MTB highlights of my time in Mexico.

Between January and March, the temps NEVER dipped below 70 degrees, and overcast days and rain were rare. By mid-May temps were close to 100.

In February I won the 50+ Cat. 2 division at the Pista El Soldado mountain bike race. Only a half-hour from home, this 10K loop is a hidden gem with plenty of technical challenges.

In early April the frame of “Old 98” came unglued at the bottom bracket. In the meantime, I had to borrow some early 90s-era GHS bikes to maintain my fitness level. Thanks Andy, Bev, and Jim for letting me use your bikes for a lot longer time than I intended!

Just two miles from our residence, I regularly rode the flat and fast 12-Hour course where Tinker Juarez consistently wins races.

Repairs had to be improvised with whatever parts I could find. There were no high-end bike shops within an 80-mile radius of our locale. Lesson for next time: bring lotsa’ spare parts if you are going to stay any length of time.

A weekly training treat was the 1500-foot “Microonda” outside Guaymas (imagine Paris-Roubaix up a mountain). Descending on 10 percent-grade cobbles was quite the challenge—to say the least.

Highly touted by locals, I rode the La Jolla singletrack in Hermosillo. Picture insane elevation gains in 100-degree desert heat (more elevation gain than Lewis & Clark and without trees!).

I learned how to sprint more efficiently with the ever-present threat of vicious dogs. One evening on the 12-hour course, I was chased by five or so pit bulls; some, oddly enough, were wearing muzzles.

I discovered other choice singletrack venues south of San Carlos in Obregon and Navajoa. There are thousands of miles of singletrack in Mexico that are worth checking out. One day I hope to ride some of these trails.

Similar to what we find in the States, there is a small, but deeply committed community of mountain bikers in Sonora. You can read more about the Sonoran MTB scene in this splendid article (see pp. 118-28).

I made some friendships with American riders who work and live in the area. Kudos to Becky, Mickey, and Glenn for getting me up to speed on road routes and trails.

On May 14 while riding down an innocent-looking stretch of dirt road between San Carlos and Guaymas, I broke my left collarbone. I have replayed the crash many times in my mind; I still have no rational explanation for what happened.

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What I have described above only scratches the surface all that transpired in San Carlos this past spring. If you are interested and have some time, I could tell you a whole lot more! I hope I see you on the trail sometime soon.

Cyclist in ICU, Result of Keystone Prankster

If anyone saw suspicious activity Saturday night near RR bridge (south of Q st) between 8-10pm please call Omaha Police.

A log was maliciously placed on the Keystone bike bath, a cyclist crashed and is in the hospital in serious condition with multiple face/jaw fractures as a result. Be wary as you ride through this section of Keystone trail.

Roxzy & David represent THOR at The Heyday on May Day event.

Tour of the North Woods

If you are looking for a little fun in September I have got something for you.
http://gravelconspiracy.blogspot.com/2012/02/north-woods-edition.html
Registration opened this morning.
Act accordingly.

Road Bike for sale

This is a 2010 Trek Madone with full SRAM Red, with Bontrager XXX Lite Bars and Stem, comes
with Bontrager Race XL Wheels (not the Aeolus shown in photo). The bike is very clean with no visible cosmetic flaws. It looks brand new.$2900' Email me for more info gshimonek@aol.com

Do you race clean?

Some of the items may surprise you.

http://www.wada-ama.org/rtecontent/document/2009_Prohibited_List_ENG_Final_20_Sept_08.pdf

Riding On The Edge | Break.com

Riding On The Edge | Break.com

ANOTHER FASCINATING MTB VIDEO!




Filmed on location somewhere in Germany--I think.

HOME BOY DOES GOOD--WAY TO GO!


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STOLEN BIKE ALERT!!!

Cyclocross must be popular and kick-ass because bikes are getting nabbed left and right.

Keep your eyes peeled...

Trek 2010 XO2 cross bike, size 56, black/white/red with race xlite rims, Fango tires, and Zebra Terry saddle. Taken from Union Pacific, 1400 Douglas Street on November 8. Please keep an eye out. If you have any information please e-mail me lkleager[at]gmail[dot]com.

Moore's Springs Trails, Danbury, North Carolina

Last week while visiting family on the east coast, I had the opportunity to ride the Moore's Springs Trails just outside Danbury, North Carolina. Cut in 2009, this new trail system is a fast, flowing, hidden treasure! Check out this video captured by Brad Ford one the local riders. Fast forward to 12:40 for an interesting juxtaposition of film and song.

There is a friendly and deeply committed community of cyclists in Stokes County, North Carolina. If you are ever in that neck of the woods, I hope that you get a chance to ride MST. 


For more info, go the Moore's Springs Trails Facebook page 

Cyclocross is coming to Omaha

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Just when you thought you could make alternate Wednesday night plans...twilight cyclocross continues for 2011 with the addition of two races in Omaha! The Trek Midwest Twilight Series will pick up where the Flatwater Twilight Series in Lincoln left off.

TNR for Oct 13: Taco Ride!

Hey folks, something different this week. Time to enjoy cool fall temps and a near full moon on the taco ride! Also, the crazy crowds should be much more subdued this time of year.

Meet at the Wabash Trace trailhead parking lot at 6pm, rollout at 6:15. Enjoy some mediocre tacos and good refreshments, then roll home. See you there! Headlights, taillights, and helmet strongly recommended! MTB, CX, or road bike with good tires... all will work.

Antelope-on-Biker Crime

TNR for Oct 6: Platte with Lights!

Thursday night ride for Oct 6 is at Platte River State Park, meet at the Wild Turkey cabins!  Bring lights!  Meet 6pm, rollout 6:10pm, for at least two laps then food to follow.

Text me if you're in: 402-415-9071