Thursday, August 14, 2008

Trek Launches Gary Fisher Road Bikes for 2009



This week Trek, the parent company of the Gary Fisher brand, launched the new line of Gary Fisher road bikes to hit local shops for 2009. Gary Fisher has long been a mainstay in the world of mountain bikes, but this marks its first crack at road bikes. The new line is highlighted by the ARC Pro and ARC Super (aluminum frames with carbon seat and chainstays), and the all aluminum AR Super. Also new in the line are the Presidio (true temper steel frame cyclocross machine) and Triton (steel framed fixie). All the bikes are decked out with the best components from Bontrager, SRAM and Shimano.

Friday, August 8, 2008

A Visit from our Friends at BARKLEY


Andy learns about Sports Nutrition
During the recent 8 day Crossroads race series, we were able to have a great visit from our presenting sponsor, BARKLEY. Andy Woolard from BARKLEY flew down Friday night to check out the Statesville Crit, Presbyterian Criterium, and Hanes Park Race.

All of the guys had a blast visiting with him and sharing their experiences of the week of racing. All of the races had great turnouts.

Andy interviews Coach Eric about the future of youth in cycling


While here, Andy was able to meet with and interview several local cyclist and spectators to find out what has drawn them to the sport, and the love of a healthy lifestyle that comes along with cycling. BARKLEY, which sponsors our team along with the Hincapie/Barkley Development Team, has long been a supporter of the sport, and the benefits of healthy living. Through the interviews the Andy conducted, they hope to learn more about the sport and it's culture. The Team was very appreciative to have Andy visit us. It is always great to know that your sponsors value you as much as you value them. Read Andy's recap of the visit "When Sponsorship Works" on his blog.

Racing was great. Jeremy, Chris and Mike took 4 total wins in the Masters races, Lara and Lori took 1st and 2nd at Hanes Park, and Scottie, Darren and Justin all took top 10 finishes in the Pro races. However, we are all glad that it is over...lots of racing and long nights.

Thanks again to all of our supporters at BARKLEY. We race for you!

Bridgette competes at the US Junior National Championships

Bridgette McClean is currently representing the Hincapie/Coca-Cola/Barkley Team at the US Junior National Championships in Irvine, CA. She competed in the first event, individual time trial, Wednesday and had a great 11th place result. Thursday's crit proved to be a tough one, but Bridgette toughed it out for 21st place. Friday marks a short rest day before her final event, the road race, on Saturday. We wish Bridgette the best of luck. UPDATE (8-11-08) Bridgette had an awesome ride in her final Road Race placing 7th, just two spots off the podium. Congrats again to Bridgette for doing a great job representing the team at Junior Nationals.