Velocity Group Cycling

Join Chicago Cubs owner Todd Ricketts + SRAM Executive Vice President F. K. Day on a 50-mile ride through the valley of the sun. Ride from HoHoKam Stadium in Mesa, Ariz., home of Chicago Cubs spring training, to Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz., to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Chicago White Sox. This event benefits the global work of World Bicycle Relief + the community work of Chicago Cubs Charities.

MARCH 11, 2011

Ride Start: 6:00am – HoHoKam Stadium, Mesa AZ

Game Start: 1:05pm – Camelback Ranch, Glendale AZ

Ride Fee: $300
$75 Registration
$225 Donation to World Bicycle Relief and Chicago Cubs Charities

Fee Includes:

* Ride support
* Aid stations
* Lunch
* Riding jersey
* Event t-shirt
* WBR swag bag
* Reserved seats for Cubs vs. White Sox at Camelback Ranch
* Return transportation for you and your bike back to HoHoKam Stadium entry in our standard raffle.

Only 200 Spots Available!

Register and Start Your Fundraising Challenge Today >

Fundraising Challenge

Raise $1000 or more and be entered in our premium prize raffle.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: http://www.worldbicyclerelief.org/events/arizona-road-tour.php

Everyone loves to see results!

Well here they are.

You can also visit our ‘Results’ page.

World’s Most Comprehensive Cycling Performance Center
coming soon to Scottsdale, Arizona

Cycling and Triathlon performance facility with Wind Tunnel, 3D Bike Fitting, Retail, Repair, and a suite of comprehensive performance and recovery services in perfect Southwestern climate.

Scottsdale, Arizona. (February 07, 2011) - – - Cyclists the world over can discover their best performance ever with the launch of the aptly named FASTER. Designed to deliver affordable services normally reserved only for the most privileged professional athletes, FASTER is a potent mix of performance services and retail for the recreational and competitive cyclist or triathlete.

FASTER will house a full-service cycling-focused wind tunnel, high end performance retail sales including frames, wheels, and components, cutting edge bike fitting, along with the most comprehensive list of services to enhance every client’s cycling performance. A day at FASTER could start with a bike fitting in the morning to purchase or refine the perfect bicycle. Mid-morning a client could test themselves and their aerodynamics in the wind tunnel, and later go for a ride in perfect cycling surroundings. Upon the customers return from their ride a concierge will take their bike to the service department for detailing, repairs, or any upgrades while they change and/or clean up in high-end locker rooms. The rest of the day could be occupied by massage, hot and cold recovery therapies, high tech pressure recovery boots, or nutritional consultation. The facility will also offer a full range of performance testing, physical therapy, and chiropractic services.

“FASTER is designed to deliver a better cycling experience through a very scientific, but friendly customer service oriented experience. Our cycling performance specialists are highly trained to help all cyclists and triathletes perform better”, said Paraic McGlynn, a highly respected cycling industry veteran of 20 years experience who will oversee all performance services, as well as daily operations. “Our services are unbiased by ability, experience or fitness level, we simply want the best solutions for everyone delivered in the most professional manner, in the best facility by talented courteous professionals”.

While the general public now has access to previously unavailable or affordable services, FASTER has not taken its’ eyes off the professional athlete. The wind tunnel will service professional athletes and aim to be the ultimate research and development facility to the manufacturers that fabricate frames, wheels and the aerodynamic related products that cyclists use. As a result, Scottsdale just got a whole lot more attractive as a winter training location for the world’s finest two wheeled athletes.

“Our intention in creating FASTER was to give a one-of-a-kind experience to every local or visiting customer. Our philosophy, technology, tools, methodologies and personnel are completely dedicated to making cyclists and triathletes FASTER”, said company founder, James Kramer. “Best of all, those visiting from cold or wet environments will depart from here knowing they will ride more comfortably and efficiently back home, but will also be energized by the warmth and sunshine they get to experience!”

For more information, contact:

Paraic McGlynn                                                                          James Kramer
Director – Performance Services & Operations             Founder and Business Manager
pmcglynn@ride-faster.com                                                 jkramer@ride-faster.com
(602) 516-2453                                                                        (503) 804-9202

A recent West Valley Cycle group ride update from Vicki Young:

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At the Silk Market in Beijing , David swindles down the Rupees (to only $30) for a thick North Face Jacket, before braving the China Wall in the cold! …Singapore, China, & soon India he travels, learning (or is it, hardly understanding) the language. Making sure he has enough business cards to hand out for the proper way to greet, They are all polite & patient towards Our David! Lowhow (Chinese New Years party) he attends an 8 course meal. Greatest success & prosperity in the upcoming year, goes to the one who literally tosses up their salad (1st course) into the air the highest!

This Saturday, Start Time is 7:30am

Last Saturday’s Ride: Attacks, gaps, breakaways….slowing down, surging, going for the sprints, we had it all! Sean Bell attacking –and with numerous, consistent pulls. Dennis Low mixing it up with the “A” group; Paul Theisen coming back & making the full route! And to no surprise, Matt Duke taking a Monster Pull against the wind, Broadway to Yuma! Even Jeremy Schmuki sporting a tubeless, thick wheeled mountain bike going the distance! WVC rides, you never know what to expect. All is good. Riders in race shape, fer sure … bring it on!

Welcome NEW Riders! J Karen, Brian Sitarz, Keith, Paul Gavel, & Eddie Williams

THANKS to those who Recruited!

GREAT to See BACK Matt Terminel, Mark Kozlowski, Craig Galbasini, Tom (Swiss)

Groups B, C, D.. Let’s together, keep us together. WVC welcomes All. Different routes for different levels. But regrouping at the markets, is fun to “high five” us all and talk the talk! If dropped, meet 1 hr 20 min after the Start time at the Elliot Market; 1 hr later at Bashes in Verrado.

* Also, riding up COTTON can create a stretch of riders. At the top, re-unite!

Back in a group, the more the merrier! Designate your groups’ ride leader, if can.

Sprints: Brian Mohler x2 (Swiss), Jared Williams (PCCC), Ken Ferguson (WM –AZ Masters) making a comeback?,

Shawn Ingram (WM –AZ Masters), Darren Hancock, with no contest!

King/Queen Pullers: (A) Matt Duke, Sean Bell, Leo LaMarca, Brian Mohler, George Robles, Jay (from Flagstaff), Trevor Moody

(B) Mike Smith, Nick Linehan, Rob Demers, Rey Caraveo (2nd half)

Additional Notes:

* REMINDER! “Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you”. More than likely, someone is riding behind you.

POINT THINGS OUT! whether it’s small or big. Point worthy? When in doubt, Point it out!

* Where exactly are the Sprints, again? SPRINT POINTS Revealed!
# 1. Top of COTTON LN: YELLOW, Diamond Sign > BUMP

# 2. On WESTAR DR:Top of 2nd, Short, Steep Climb > WHITE, NO PARKING Sign

# 3. End of ESTRELLA PKWY: Right before Dead End, where we U-Turn > WHITE, NO PARKING Sign

# 4. Top of RAINBOW VALLEY RD: No Sign…oh, just go for it! It’s a Hill = Reason to Sprint!

# 5. End of SAN GABRIEL ST: Before the Elliot Market > FIRST SAGUARO CACTI (on the left, center divider)

# 6. On VERRADO WAY:
Pass Canyon Dr, Far end of 2nd`Bridge Where the pavement turns BLACK Right before Lost Creek Dr

* Posted on Website: www.westvalleycycle.net & fb “West Valley Cycle”

2011 Race Results: 3 wins for the year. (EPIC rides included)

Carlsbad ½ Marathon

Craig Galbasini 1659 / 7041 Overall Div 176 / 441 1:56:11

FlapJack Flat 20k TT

Cat 1-2 W: Catherine Dickson 1st/8 29:42

Cat 4 M: Darin Fila 6th/22 30:12. David Genovese 7th. Glen Allen 11th 30:51.

Cat 5M: Mike Minton 5th/43 30:33

Masters 40+: James Kramer 3rd/10 28:55. Jim Holbrook 7th 29:58.

http://www.summitvelo.org/sites/default/files/FJFTT-1011-Scoring.pdf

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WANT A WEEKDAY RIDE? …POST A WEEKDAY RIDE: Join us on Facebook….Become a Fan of WEST VALLEY CYCLE.

Sunday ride is still 7am.

Vicki Young: 832 293 8825

(For race results & notes of interest to share from rides / events)

vickiyoung3@yahoo.com

David Herzog: 949 212 4000

(Out of the country till April)

David.herzog@aspect.com

A new update from Vicki Young of the West Valley Cycle:

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So far, David in Tokyo, is “eating the best sushi (raw squid & salmon eggs), communicating through an interpreter in the most interesting meetings of his life” …all on 3 hrs of sleep in 40 hrs! -10 degrees, he’s off to Seoul Korea for an authentic Korean BBQ!…more to come!

This Saturday Start Time is 7:30am

Recap: ~40 riders this last Saturday braving the cooler temperatures from the week before. Rick Baldwin toughing it out with the “A” group to the Top of Cotton! Greg (visiting from Cincinnati ) pushing the Pace while some “trying” to take it easy before Sunday’s Avondale Crit! …and then, periodically, Shawn Ingram cheering obnoxiously. hmm

2nd group formed a nice rotation, turning on Dean (because Joe wanted to), and then ALL faced that Brutal norm of a headwind, towards Bashes in Verrado.

Nice to See BACK Ramon Garcia, Dan Simmons, Paul Thiesen…. and even Chris Wood, coming out of the wood work on a early, cold, Windy Sunday morning!

Sprint Winners: Steve Klock (Swiss Amer.), Jared Williams (PCCC), and one of our top records x4, Darren Hancock!

King/Queen Pullers: (A) Ken Ferguson, Leo LaMarca, Sean Bell, Trevor Moody, Randy Westacott, Brian Mohler, Derek Finman

(B) Joe Lozon, Matt Duke, Paul Thiesen, Rey Caraveo, Mike Smith, Rob Demers, Dan Simmons, Ramon Garcia

Additional Notes:

* Racing Season has begun, both Mtn & Road! WVC will miss you, but look forward to the stories how you collected your points to move up in category! Best of luck!, Ride Safe, Ride SMART!
* A few of us start 1/2 hr earlier before the start time to warm up and get some extra miles. If convenient, come on out

Website: www.westvalleycycle.net

Picture: Avondale Crit (Glenn Allen, Steve Donaldson, David Genovese near the front)

2011 Race Results: (2 win for the year) We have a new category for win’s. Extraordinary EPIC rides will count, as well as “1st” Place winnings.

DNA Cycles McDowell Meltdown MBAA #1 (Mtn)

Marathon Open Tom Stack 17th/28 5 laps 4:25, Tom Ament 26th 3 laps 2:09. Cat 1 Div Don Eldridge 4th/14 2:08:03. Cat 2 Div Brian Murphy 4th/19 1:31:33 Cat 3 Div Craig Morton 14th/ 22 1:13:02.

http://www.hubeventproductions.com/results.html

Avondale Crit

Men Pro 1-2 James Kramer 8th/35, Joe Ebenroth 15th. Woman Pro Cat 1-2 Jill Sugg 4th Woman Cat 3-4 Tischa Donaldson 1st/25 Men Cat 2-3 Shawn Ingram 28th/60, Crig Hamilton 39th, Chris Wylie. Men Cat 3-4 Glenn Allen 10th/62, David Genovese 16th, Steve Donaldson 20th, Darin fila 21st, Jay Warner 38th, Timothy Fleming 56th. Men Cat 4-5 Jason Boles 7th/68, Glenn Allen 8th, David G. 9th, Jim Niemeyer 14th, Steve Donaldson 22nd, Darin Fila 24th, Aaron Matos 56th, Bob Purcell 59th. Men Cat 5 Aaron M. 5th/45. Master Men 30+ Chris Wylie 5th/28, Jim Holbrook 10th, Darrell Anderson 15th, David G. 16th, Craig H. 22nd. Master Men 40+ James K 5th/50, Bryan Antol 6th, Jay Warner 6th, Jay Warner 26th, Jim N. 31st, Jim H. 34th.

http://proconcyclingaz.com/proconblog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/2011Avondale-1-results.pdf

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WANT A WEEKDAY RIDE? …POST A WEEKDAY RIDE: Join us on Facebook….Become a Fan of WEST VALLEY CYCLE.

Sunday ride is still 7am.

Vicki Young: 832 293 8825

(for race results & notes of interest to share from rides / events)

vickiyoung3@yahoo.com

David Herzog: 949 212 4000

(out of the country till April)

David.herzog@aspect.com

First race of the season is done!

Avondale Crit #1 results have been posted.

To view them click here, or visit our ‘Results’ page.

As David Herzog steps out for some business, Vicki Young steps in to keep the West Valley Cycle rolling along:

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Saturday start time is 7:30am

Last Week: 70-80 riders, THANKS to everyone showing up to David’s Farewell ride! (just 2-3 months he’ll be gone). He is already missed by ALL!
2 big groups formed, Steve Donaldson attacking at the get go, Ken Ferguson leading the peloton to Verrado (as usual), and Brian Murphy proving his status in the “A” group! Lets all keep up the comaraderie, keeping WVC a friendly, fast, and challenging ride!

Welcome NEW Riders: Dan Jones, Bob Purcell, Jill Purcell, Lucas Chien
Great to See Back: Darren Hancock, Phill Houck, Arrick Nietert, Kelly O’Halloran, Jason Holm, and Team DNA Cycles!

Sprints: Bryan Anton x2 (GTS from Flagstaff), Glenn Allen x2 (ATC -Lawyers Realty), Shawn Ingram (AZ Masters).
In the 2nd Group, rumor has it that David won more times than Joe.. rematch in April?

King/Queen Puller: Steve Donaldson, Craig Hamilton, Leo LaMarca, Ken Ferguson, Stephany Newmeyer, Joe Lozon, Lucas Chien, Mike Smith, Rey Caraveo, Rob Demers.

Additional Notes:

* LifeTime Fitness OPEN House this weekend 1/22 – 1/23.
• No guest pass • No day fees needed • Guests receives “lunch on us” Life Time Fitness – Palm Valley Phone: 623-536-9595

* LifeTimeFitness Members … Please go to…http://lifetimefitness.mylt.com/community/club-locations/az-phoenix/goodyear-palm-valley and add cycling as an “interest”

2011 Race Results: (1 wins for the year) We have a new category for win’s. Extraordinary EPIC rides will count as a win as well as “1st” Place winnings.

Race Results:
PF Changs Marathon & 1/2
Marathon:
Dan Cadriel 3:01:53 128th / 5062 Overall
Mike Brown 3:13:00 241st
Matt Duke 3:32:00 641st
Yael Dane 3:50:00 1215th
1/2 Marathon:
Stella Rae and Mike (Supa) 1:52:03 2389th / 19,298
Rick Baldwin 2:14:01 7797

http://results.active.com/pages/page.jsp?eventLinkageID=15

Web Site: www.westvalleycycle.net
WANT A WEEKDAY RIDE? POST A WEEKDAY RIDE: Join us on Facebook….Become a Fan of WEST VALLEY CYCLE.
Sunday ride is still 7am.

Vicki Young: 832.293.8825
(for race results and notes of interest to share from rides/events)
vickiyoung3@yahoo.com

David Herzog: 949 212 4000
David.herzog@aspect.com

There is a great cycling clinic scheduled for January 22nd. Head out and sharpen your cycling skills before the season gets in to full swing! More info can be found by clicking the link below.

Click here for the flyer.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Kamden Reedy
(480) 326-7856
kamdenreedy@gmail.com

The Dawn of a New Era…..

Web-Op / Focus Cyclery join forces to create new 2011 AZ Road / Cyclocross Team

PHOENIX (Jan. 07, 2011) – Web-Op SEO, Focus Cyclery and Treehouse Group are pleased to announce the launch of Web-Op/Focus Racing, an East Valley Phoenix-based cycling team that brings together well-recognized Phoenix-area riders committed to the development of Arizona bicycle racing in a fun and positive environment.

Over the past decade, most of the current team members have ridden and trained extensively together, but have competed on different Phoenix-area teams. The formation of Web-Op/Focus Racing represents the first opportunity for many of these experienced cyclists to race together as one team.

Web-Op/Focus Racing is comprised of 19 cyclists ranging from experienced Category 2 riders to those new to competitive racing. Past years of recruiting, supporting and training younger East Valley riders have provided the team with a cadre of future professional cyclists. Several have already achieved impressive results on the national stage, including fourth place 2010 U.S. Cyclocross Junior Mens National Champion Cypress Gorry and U23 National Team Member and first place U23 Hill Climb Arizona State Champion Zach Keller.

Collectively, members of the Web-Op/Focus Racing team have amassed over 100 podium finishes in 2010 and expect to far exceed that in 2011.

In 2011, the team will focus on races throughout the West, while maintaining a strong presence in local Arizona Bicycle Racing Association events. You will see the Web-Op/Focus Racing team in force at the Focus Criterium on April 23 and most all other local and regional races in 2011.

About Web-Op/Focus Racing

Web-Op/Focus Racing is dedicated to growing the sport of cycling, promoting clean racing and providing an environment for motivated cyclists to achieve higher levels of performance through physical fitness, optimal training and the ability to define a clear path towards reaching personal and team goals. Team priorities include performance optimization, team chemistry, racing tactics and balancing professional, family and personal lives with a filthy cycling habit. The team also seeks to promote and support efforts to maximize quality races in Arizona, bicycle safety, improvement, construction and maintenance of cycling infrastructure in the East Valley and opportunities to advance legislation that further protects area bicyclists. For more, visit www.op-yours.com or http://facebook.com/Web-Op/FocusRacing.

About Web-Op

Web-Op is an Arizona-based leader in search engine optimization (SEO), website development and website design. With years of website and SEO experience, Web-Op helps clients make money from their websites by not only gaining website visitors but also users who engage in their sites and turn visits into conversions. Web-Op also frequently monitors the major search engines, studying how they work and impact their results to help clients have the highest level of control over their search positioning Learn more at www.web-op.com.

About Focus Cyclery

Located at the northeast corner of Gilbert and Pecos roads in Gilbert, Arizona, Focus Cyclery is an award-winning pro bike shop and the area’s hub for road cyclists, mountain cyclists and triathletes. Staffed by seasoned professionals, Focus is committed to help individuals enter and advance in the sport, and consistently sets the Valley’s standard for quality product, superior certified fit services, proven mechanical know-how and exceptional customer care. Out of more than 5,000 stores nationwide, Focus since 2008 has been named twice in as one of America’s Top 100 U.S. Retailers. The shop hosts Gilbert’s only official weekly Saturday group rides and provides an interactive store website and monthly informational e-mail blasts. Learn more at www.focuscyclery.com.

About Treehouse Group

Specializing in property management, real estate investment services, real estate brokerage and general contracting, clients call on Treehouse Group to increase value by solving complex real estate problems through management. The [location]-based firm is recognized for superior results in property management and sales, as well as construction/rehab management of properties. It operates under a single goal: to be the best full service real estate partner its clients can have. Learn more at www.treehousegrouprealty.com.

Here is an update on last Saturday’s West Valley Cycle group ride from ride coordinator David Herzog:

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Saturday start time is 7:30am

* Last week’s recap: 70 riders kicking off the new year is grand form. Many thanks to AZ Masters who brought out the squad and helped to set a blistering A group pace. Great to see back Manny Ortez, Carlos Paradelo, and Jim Penn!

Sprints: Chris & James tied Sprint #1, Ken Ferguson, Chris Wylie, James Kramer x3….AZ Masters dominated!

King/Queen Pullers: Ken Ferguson, Matt Duke, Chris Wylie, Joe Lozon, Rick Baldwin, Paul West, Stan

Additional Notes:

· Welcome to Benjamin Neil Linehan. Born Jan 1st, Nick in the peloton, as wife went into labor. Congrats to Nick who made it back in time from the ride for the arrival of his 2nd. Close call!

* Web Site: www.westvalleycycle.net

2011 Race Results: (0 wins for the year)

Race Results:

WANT A WEEKDAY RIDE? POST A WEEKDAY RIDE: Join us on Facebook….Become a Fan of WEST VALLEY CYCLE.

Sunday ride is still 7am.

Contact Vicki Young (for race results and notes of interest to share from rides/events)

Mobile: 832 293 8825

vickiyoung3@yahoo.com

David: 949 212 4000

David.herzog@aspect.com