BCTC 2009 -- Abbey Road (Bands, Beers & Beatles)

Mark 'yer calenders -- Belgium Comes to Cooperstown (BCTC) this year from July 31 through August 1. More importantly, if you want tickets to BCTC (which can disappear faster than your 401k), you best note that they go on sale on April 1 at noon.

This year's theme, for those that haven't quite caught on, is Abbey Road ... if you still are wondering, think Ommegang Abbey Ale .

This is an incredible event for those that are fond of a good brew and good times. How's over 200 beers to sample sound? And if you wish to stay close, camping opportunities will be available right on the brewery grounds.

There will be volunteer opportunities ....so if you wish to volunteer, please contact John Tuchowski at john@ommegang.com.

For more info, go to http://www.ommegang.com/.

Forkful of Soul

Recent news from our friends at Soul Cycles:

The gurus at Soul Cycles are away at the Taipei Show but they've also been working on a (US made!) carbon XC fork for the Dillinger & Hooligan frames. They're currently testing some dampening additives for the forks so we eagerly await. This will definitely come as welcome news for the Dillinger & Hooligan crowd. Looks like they still have some amazing discount frames still wiating for a good home as well.

The blue Dillinger beauty here can only get sexier with a carbon fork.

Check'em out: http://www.ridesoul.com/

Sponsor Feature -- Endurance Factor

Team Scarr-Ommegang is excited to announce our continuing partnership with EnduranceFactor for the 2009 season. EnduranceFactor is a Professional Endurance Sports Coaching and Physiological Testing Service. For the 2009 season, EnduranceFactor will be offering Team Scarr-Ommegang members some significant program savings and incentives.

EnduranceFactor specializes in customized, detailed training programs based on the individual athlete's needs. Endurance Factor also offers physiological testing (i.e., VO2 Max, Lactate Threshold, and Resting Metabolic Rate) to help you train and race smarter.

EnduranceFactor offers several levels of customized coaching programs tailored to the individual to help accomplish their race or season goals. Endurancefactor physiological testing is conducted in various locations throughout the Eastern US (including periodic stops at Syracuse Bicycle). Endurancefactor also offers SRM and Quarq power meters to complement their coaching and physological testing services.

EnduranceFactor's head coach, Doug Bush, has been personally involved in endurance sports for 20 years as a mountain biker, cyclist, runner, and triathlete. He's completed six Ironman triathlons (including Hawaii) numerous marathons, and countless mountain bike, road bike, and other running races. He has experience in coaching athletes of all ability levels from people looking to finish their first 5K to national elite athletes. Doug has advanced coaching certifications from USA Triathlon and USA Cycling and has provided individual custromized coaching for Team SCARR-Ommegang members for several years.

Contact Information

Doug Bush
http://www.endurancefactor.com/
Doug@endurancefactor.com
716/499-2300

What are you doing the weekend of ....

June 13 ?

While it seems a fair portion of Team SCARR-Ommegang is more of the World of Outlaws (woO) mindset when it comes to bike racing, we do have some Indy Car types as well.

But first things first ..... April 11 ?? Check Your Legs -- a race put on by our friends at CNYC (and it's pretty close to Brewery Ommegang !)


Now in June, over the 13th & 14th, you best start your plans (lies, pleading, schemes, bribes, etc.) to be in the 'dacks. If you want Indy Car, go here .... Adirondack North Country Race Weekend.

If you want World of Outlaws, go here ..... Black Fly Challenge

Or .. double up, WoO 13th, Indy 14th.

If you stay home .... http://www.la-z-boy.com

Possible NYSBRA Grant Guidelines

From Alan Atwood .... NYSBRA receives $10 for each annual USAC license sold to New York riders, so this would be one of the ways to help support the racing community in NY by supporting programs that clubs and individuals already have in process or would like to start. Comments or suggestiosn to alan_atwood@ hotmail.com

Possible NYSBRA Grant Guidelines ...

Must hold a USA Cycling license in the state of New York
To be submitted to (Secretary? VP? Prez?)
Grant addresses the following considerations:
-- Purpose for the grant
-- What the benefit would be for the local area and/or statewide
-- Amount requested
-- How the money will be spent
-- Budget
-- Previous experience with event
-- Contact info: name, address, phone, club affiliation, e-mail address
-- Others ??
Grants to be considered for the following activities:
-- Training camps/clinics
-- Emphasis on women and juniors is encouraged
-- Riders needing funds for national/world participation (need to set a limit here)
-- Officials clinics
-- Help with state championship promoting (need to set a limit here)
-- Others ??
Upon acceptance of grant, applicant is to show the NYSBRA logo on all literature for the event, and state on the flyer “This event made possible by a grant from the New York State Bicycle Racing Association”.
After the event, applicant is to write a written report to NYSBRA about the event and how the grant helped make the event a success. An itemization of expenses used with the grant funds is to be provided.

Met the Coach at Coaches for Cancer

Write-up at Syracuse Bicycle