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Group Ride Locations 2015
Pace: The whole group will break into several smaller groups based on your skill, distance of ride, and how hard you want to ride. On the road, riders ride in what is called a “pace line”. Check out this article from bicycling.com for the basics of road riding pace lines.
Etiquette and Skills: On the road, you may see potholes or other obstacles. Some riders will point downward at the obstacle to inform the riders behind them. Pass on the message. Stay close to the person in front of you to avoid an “accordion” spread to the line of bikers, but far enough away that that you could stop or change direction to avoid an accident or obstacle in front. The group will stop at major forks in the trail or road. Always be sure to communicate the direction of a turn to the person behind you. You can point or call out, “left!” for example. This is a no-drop ride, so be sure that you can see the person in front and behind you. We aren’t going to leave anyone in the woods or out on the road.
Fashion: Helmets are always “in”. Other than head gear, wear whatever fashion suits you, but you may want to consider padded shorts/leggings, padded gloves, and a sweater to leave in your car or at the shop for afterward. Some folks like to have sunglasses on the road, and clear or yellow-tinted glasses on the trail.
Food: You may want to bring a light snack for afterward, like an apple, energy bar, etc, and a bottle or two of water.
Group rides are held every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Most are mountain bike rides, held at different local trails (and even on some great people’s personal trails!), while others are road rides. Call the shop or check the website or the Facebook Page for weather cancellations and other considerations (like whether or not we’ll be stopping for ice cream!)
Group Ride Locations 2015
Pace: The whole group will break into several smaller groups based on your skill, distance of ride, and how hard you want to ride. On the road, riders ride in what is called a “pace line”. Check out this article from bicycling.com for the basics of road riding pace lines.
Etiquette and Skills: On the road, you may see potholes or other obstacles. Some riders will point downward at the obstacle to inform the riders behind them. Pass on the message. Stay close to the person in front of you to avoid an “accordion” spread to the line of bikers, but far enough away that that you could stop or change direction to avoid an accident or obstacle in front. The group will stop at major forks in the trail or road. Always be sure to communicate the direction of a turn to the person behind you. You can point or call out, “left!” for example. This is a no-drop ride, so be sure that you can see the person in front and behind you. We aren’t going to leave anyone in the woods or out on the road.
Fashion: Helmets are always “in”. Other than head gear, wear whatever fashion suits you, but you may want to consider padded shorts/leggings, padded gloves, and a sweater to leave in your car or at the shop for afterward. Some folks like to have sunglasses on the road, and clear or yellow-tinted glasses on the trail.
Food: You may want to bring a light snack for afterward, like an apple, energy bar, etc, and a bottle or two of water.
Group rides are held every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Most are mountain bike rides, held at different local trails (and even on some great people’s personal trails!), while others are road rides. Call the shop or check the website or the Facebook Page for weather cancellations and other considerations (like whether or not we’ll be stopping for ice cream!)
Group Ride Locations 2015
Pace: The whole group will break into several smaller groups based on your skill, distance of ride, and how hard you want to ride. On the road, riders ride in what is called a “pace line”. Check out this article from bicycling.com for the basics of road riding pace lines.
Etiquette and Skills: On the road, you may see potholes or other obstacles. Some riders will point downward at the obstacle to inform the riders behind them. Pass on the message. Stay close to the person in front of you to avoid an “accordion” spread to the line of bikers, but far enough away that that you could stop or change direction to avoid an accident or obstacle in front. The group will stop at major forks in the trail or road. Always be sure to communicate the direction of a turn to the person behind you. You can point or call out, “left!” for example. This is a no-drop ride, so be sure that you can see the person in front and behind you. We aren’t going to leave anyone in the woods or out on the road.
Fashion: Helmets are always “in”. Other than head gear, wear whatever fashion suits you, but you may want to consider padded shorts/leggings, padded gloves, and a sweater to leave in your car or at the shop for afterward. Some folks like to have sunglasses on the road, and clear or yellow-tinted glasses on the trail.
Food: You may want to bring a light snack for afterward, like an apple, energy bar, etc, and a bottle or two of water.
Group rides are held every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Most are mountain bike rides, held at different local trails (and even on some great people’s personal trails!), while others are road rides. Call the shop or check the website or the Facebook Page for weather cancellations and other considerations (like whether or not we’ll be stopping for ice cream!)
We interrupt our regularly scheduled Wednesday Night Shop Ride to bring you a Flat Tire & Maintenance Clinic!
WHEN: July 15th, 2015 ~ 6:30pm
Group Ride Locations 2015
Pace: The whole group will break into several smaller groups based on your skill, distance of ride, and how hard you want to ride. On the road, riders ride in what is called a “pace line”. Check out this article from bicycling.com for the basics of road riding pace lines.
Etiquette and Skills: On the road, you may see potholes or other obstacles. Some riders will point downward at the obstacle to inform the riders behind them. Pass on the message. Stay close to the person in front of you to avoid an “accordion” spread to the line of bikers, but far enough away that that you could stop or change direction to avoid an accident or obstacle in front. The group will stop at major forks in the trail or road. Always be sure to communicate the direction of a turn to the person behind you. You can point or call out, “left!” for example. This is a no-drop ride, so be sure that you can see the person in front and behind you. We aren’t going to leave anyone in the woods or out on the road.
Fashion: Helmets are always “in”. Other than head gear, wear whatever fashion suits you, but you may want to consider padded shorts/leggings, padded gloves, and a sweater to leave in your car or at the shop for afterward. Some folks like to have sunglasses on the road, and clear or yellow-tinted glasses on the trail.
Food: You may want to bring a light snack for afterward, like an apple, energy bar, etc, and a bottle or two of water. …And of course, some money for a bit of ice cream this week!
Group rides are held every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Most are mountain bike rides, held at different local trails (and even on some great people’s personal trails!), while others are road rides. Call the shop or check online for weather cancellations and other considerations (like whether or not we’ll be stopping for ice cream!)
Group Ride Locations 2015
Pace: The whole group will break into several smaller groups based on your skill, distance of ride, and how hard you want to ride. On the road, riders ride in what is called a “pace line”. Check out this article from bicycling.com for the basics of road riding pace lines.
Etiquette and Skills: On the road, you may see potholes or other obstacles. Some riders will point downward at the obstacle to inform the riders behind them. Pass on the message. Stay close to the person in front of you to avoid an “accordion” spread to the line of bikers, but far enough away that that you could stop or change direction to avoid an accident or obstacle in front. The group will stop at major forks in the trail or road. Always be sure to communicate the direction of a turn to the person behind you. You can point or call out, “left!” for example. This is a no-drop ride, so be sure that you can see the person in front and behind you. We aren’t going to leave anyone in the woods or out on the road.
Fashion: Helmets are always “in”. Other than head gear, wear whatever fashion suits you, but you may want to consider padded shorts/leggings, padded gloves, and a sweater to leave in your car or at the shop for afterward. Some folks like to have sunglasses on the road, and clear or yellow-tinted glasses on the trail.
Food: You may want to bring a light snack for afterward, like an apple, energy bar, etc, and a bottle or two of water.
Group rides are held every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Most are mountain bike rides, held at different local trails (and even on some great people’s personal trails!), while others are road rides. Call the shop or check the website or the Facebook Page for weather cancellations and other considerations (like whether or not we’ll be stopping for ice cream!)
Trail Running and Cross Training Events
Get Ready for the First Swedetown Trail Run
Friday Night Fitness: Circuit style cross training sessions lasting 45 minutes. The workout will begin at 5:15 pm and end at 6:00 pm. Meet in front of Cross Country Sports. Most of the workout will be held in Agassiz Park and the Calumet High School Track, adjacent to Agassiz Park.
Educational Evenings: Lecture series held immediately following the circuit workout at 6pm. We will set-up in the trail running gear section of Cross Country Sports.
Saturdays: Join us for FREE training runs on Saturday mornings from 8:30 am until…. well, we will let you decide 🙂 ALL levels welcome!
Bring a healthy snack or meal to keep your body performing at it’s optimum levels!
These events begin on the first weekend of June
The First Swedetown Trail Race will Take Place on August 22nd, 2015
Group Ride Locations 2015
Pace: The whole group will break into several smaller groups based on your skill, distance of ride, and how hard you want to ride. On the road, riders ride in what is called a “pace line”. Check out this article from bicycling.com for the basics of road riding pace lines.
Etiquette and Skills: On the road, you may see potholes or other obstacles. Some riders will point downward at the obstacle to inform the riders behind them. Pass on the message. Stay close to the person in front of you to avoid an “accordion” spread to the line of bikers, but far enough away that that you could stop or change direction to avoid an accident or obstacle in front. The group will stop at major forks in the trail or road. Always be sure to communicate the direction of a turn to the person behind you. You can point or call out, “left!” for example. This is a no-drop ride, so be sure that you can see the person in front and behind you. We aren’t going to leave anyone in the woods or out on the road.
Fashion: Helmets are always “in”. Other than head gear, wear whatever fashion suits you, but you may want to consider padded shorts/leggings, padded gloves, and a sweater to leave in your car or at the shop for afterward. Some folks like to have sunglasses on the road, and clear or yellow-tinted glasses on the trail.
Food: You may want to bring a light snack for afterward, like an apple, energy bar, etc, and a bottle or two of water.
Group rides are held every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Most are mountain bike rides, held at different local trails (and even on some great people’s personal trails!), while others are road rides. Call the shop or check the website or the Facebook Page for weather cancellations and other considerations (like whether or not we’ll be stopping for ice cream!)
The Canal Run was started in 1975, and is the premier running event in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula. Following the rolling hills along the Portage Lake Shipping Canal, the Canal Run offers three distances for runners and walkers of all levels, including a half marathon, 10-mile run, 10-mile walk, five-mile run and five-mile walk.
Music, Multiple Races, So Much FUN
Overview
- Red Earth Classic (32 mile BEAST)
- Ride solo or compete as a two-person relay.
- Red Earth Classic (20 mile LOADER)
- Red Earth Classic (12 mile DOZER)
- Junior Classic (3 and 5 mile race)
- Red Earth Enduro (This event takes place the next day, Sunday July 19th)
Training Run
Get Ready for the First Swedetown Trail Run
Saturdays: FREE training runs on Saturday mornings from 8:30 am until…. well, we will let you decide! ALL levels welcome!
Bring a healthy snack or meal to keep your body performing at it’s optimum levels!
Other Trail Running Training Events
Friday Night Fitness: Circuit style cross training sessions lasting 45 minutes. The workout will begin at 5:15 pm and end at 6:00 pm. Meet in front of Cross Country Sports. Most of the workout will be held in Agassiz Park.
Educational Evenings: Lecture series held immediately following the circuit workout at 6 pm. We will set-up in the trail running gear section of Cross Country Sports.
Running events begin on the first weekend of June
The First Swedetown Trail Race will Take Place on August 22nd, 2015