First Race of the Season

The Golden Wheelmen had a nice start to the season. Unfortunately, with the 1 week weather delay, we had a number of riders who couldn't race. Nonetheless, we had some good results. Highlights include first place finishes for Jason Cherry and Amy Rosenbaum. Jason's time would have placed him 15th in the Pro division! I have updated the results section with all top 5 finishes.

Team results aren't accurate at this time. Team 1 only had 7 riders counted despite the fact we had 8 riders present. I don't know how our standing will change, as it looks possible that the same error occurred for other teams. The WP race department told me they would look into team scores and have them corrected by Thursday.

I have one picture to post so far of Amy on the podium. I'm expecting a number of photos later this week. I'll post them as they become available.

Next weekend's race is a good one. It looks to be the same course we raced last year.

Most of you saw the wind vest which I was able to sneak onto the order at the last minute. If you like this vest, let me know. I've been wearing mine quite a bit. It is very nice on slightly cool days. We can place an order if we have at least 12 people interested in ordering. Cost was $66.

Time to Climb!

After a false start to the WP series last week, we are set to go tomorrow. It looks like good racing weather.

We'll have the tent set up at the bottom. Look for the Golden Wheelmen banner. Don't forget you are supposed to mark your age and class on your calf. I believe they requested the left calf. eg. If you are 42 and racing the Sport class, you would mark S 42 on your leg. I'll try to have markers available at the tent.

For those who haven't raced this event, it's straightforward. The course takes service roads to the top. It has a section that is a bit steeper at the bottom, there is a flat section about 2/3 to 3/4 of the way thru the race, and the last couple hundred yards are a bit steeper. The rest is relatively constant with a few small rollers. The nice thing about this race is that you don't have to memorize much about the course. There's only one hill...

Good luck to everyone. Ride Fast!

Rained/Snowed Out

It was a tough day weather-wise at WP. It was raining and windy at the base, and snowing at the top. Long story short, the hill climb was postponed until next Saturday.

I know everyone was fired up to put down a good effort this morning, so we are planning for a team ride tomorrow morning on Lookout. A good time trial up the mountain should keep the legs primed for the race next weekend. Meet at 9 am at the pillars.

By the way, here are the final team rosters for the season. We have 3 full teams of 8!


GOLDEN WHEELMEN
Team 1
Name Class Age
Matt Miller Expert 40-44
John McNamee Beginner 45-49
Jason Cherry Expert 40-44
Doug Welscott Clydesdale
Susan Weiler Sport-women 40-49
Ben Simcox Expert 45-49
Kevin Langan Expert 40-44
Chuck Gallagher Sport 45-49

Team 2
Name Class Age
Terry Chontos Beginner 45-49
Scott Bristol Clydesdale
Adam Walsh Beginner 50+
Karen Cannon Sport-women 40-49
Paul Beasley Beginner 45-50
Mike Paris Sport 35-39
Phil Archer Sport 40-44
Rick Miller Beginner 50+

Team 3
Name Class Age
Jesse Crock Sport 25-29
Charles South Expert 35-39
Steve Rocheleau Clydesdale
Phil Walczynski Sport 40-44
Mike Rosenbaum Beginner 45-49
Mike Waltz Sport 40-44
Pete Linsley Sport 45-49
Mitch Moffett Beginner 50+

Mt Falcon - Liar of the Bear Loop by macmoo at Garmin Connect - Details

Mt Falcon - Liar of the Bear Loop by macmoo at Garmin Connect - Details

Here is the map from yesterday's ride. Thanks to John for arranging. There has been a new expectation/rule for team rides. Cold beverages are expected at the end of the ride. Apparently the precedent began with Mike's time trial and continued with John's ride. (Time of day is no excuse for not filling the cooler. John had cold beer waiting at 10 am.)

Weekend Ride

I'm sure you all saw John's email about a ride this weekend. Meet at the lower Mt. Falcon parking lot at 7 am on Saturday. Hope to see you there.

There was a nice gathering last Wednesday for a Lookout time trial. Some fast times were posted. Great training for the upcoming WP hill climb.

Speaking of WP, we are only 2 weeks away from the first race. I have 8-9 entries already. If you are racing the series, send me your entry ASAP. I need to start putting the teams together.

Team Rides

If you haven't received an email, there are a couple of rides for next week. Monday night some folks are gathering at 5 pm for a spin up Lookout on the road. Meet at the Pillars.

On Wednesday, Mike Paris is arranging for a time trial up Lookout. Once again, meet at the pillars. His last email said 5:30 or 6:00 pm. If you want to ride, it would be best to email him for a last minute update as to the exact time.

We are coming to the end of the discounted registration period for the Winter Park series. Make sure you get your entry in and then forward me the confirmation. So far, we have 8 confirmed entries.

Kits

We had most everyone come by this evening to pick up gear. If you couldn't make it, email me to let me know how we can hook up for the exchange.

It should be a nice weekend for a team ride. I'll try to post something towards the end of the week about a place and time.

Jason Cherry continues to ride very well. He had a 2nd place finish Saturday at the Sunshine Hill Climb. Way to go Jason!