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The team will be placing a bulk order for Timber MTB Bells. A bell will be required for all practices (It doesn’t have to be a Timber Bell). Timber Mountain Bike Bells is letting us do a bulk order of bells for $15 as opposed to $25. Order Form We will be taking order fromContinue reading “2020-21 Season Timber Bell Order”

Hi Team, Front and rear lights are mandatory for midweek Winter practices – this is due to the early sunset and being on the road.  NiteRider is graciously providing a substantial discount on lights to our team again this year.   Lights: https://www.niterider.com/collections/cycling and NiteRider Lights Brochure Price Sheet: Below Order Form: https://forms.gle/ivtdwhK9bTUhzS7i7 Like most bike related things,Continue reading “2020-21 Season NiteRider Light Order”

If you are looking to do some racing in off season,  here are a few races that might interest you: Tahoe Trail 100 July 11, 2020 MCBC DIRT FONDO August 15, 2020 Race Wente August 15, 2020 East Bay Dirt Classic September? Truckee Dirt Fondo September 5, 2020 Adventure Revival Marin September 12, 2020 JacksonContinue reading “2020 Summer + Fall Races”

If you’ve ever ridden with Coach Neil, you’ll know that he carries a pack with a complete bike shop inside it.  I’m constantly amazed with the amount of stuff he carries for just about every situation.  He was generous enough to write up what he carries. Tools Allen and Torx keys for all fasteners onContinue reading “What’s in Neils Bag?”

Hydration: Good hydration helps your body to perform well in all aspects of your life. Whether it’s on the bike or in the classroom, your mood as well as your mental and physical performance benefit from adequate hydration. Try to drink throughout the day, so that you never really get very dehydrated. Be sure toContinue reading “Nutrition (Fueling) and avoiding GI issues”

What equipment MUST a rider have on team rides? Helmet – Make sure that it fits properly. Two fingers maximum should fit in the slack under the chin when it is buckled up. ( We’ll confirm this in the first practice.) Gloves – Gel padding can help prevent numbness. Full fingered gloves are recommended forContinue reading “Equipment for team rides”

One of the most important pieces of equipment besides your bike is a helmet. Helmets are required for all rides and races. This includes coaches, parents or anyone riding with the team. If you don’t have a helmet, you’ll be sent home. Here is a great article on: How to Choose a Bike Helmet AContinue reading “Helmets”