As we close the 2013 year, now is a good time to look back at the year.
-We started 2013 with 15 members and now have 52. In the process we won USA Cycling's "most growth award" We received our season supply of Gatorade and Bonk Breakers the other day.
-We've had numerous wins, the big ones:
-SWCCC regional road race (Joey)
-SWCCC regional crit (Max)
-Men's A individual road omnium (Joey)
-Team road omnium
-Men's A individual mountain omnium (David)
-SWCCC regional XC race (David)
-SWCCC regional CX race (Joey)
In addition we won road races, TT, crits, and mountain bike races throughout the year. Needless to say, we had a fantastic season and 2014 will be even better!
-We successfully hosted a crit, 2 cyclocross races, and a full mountain bike weekend!
For 2014 we are planning:
-A new exciting road race in Oracle, AZ!
-Attending CX nationals in Boulder, CO in January
-Sending 8-10 people to road nationals in Richmond, VA
-Exploring our options for varsity status. We want to be the first team and a Div 1 school to do so!
Those 4 goals are in addition to more recruitment, more community involvement, and hosting CX and mountain races as well. Its gonna be a busy year!
We'd like to thank you for your continued support and wish happy holidays!
Bear Down!
Friday, December 20, 2013
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Home CX Race!
This weekend we are hosting back to back CX races! This is the first CX race the club has hosted in YEARS and the first time we've done two. We're proud to offer more CX racing in the Tucson area!
Read more here (and check out that poster!)
http://tucsonvelo.com/rides-events/reminder-first-cx-race-season-rolls-weekend/17641
Read more here (and check out that poster!)
http://tucsonvelo.com/rides-events/reminder-first-cx-race-season-rolls-weekend/17641
Monday, October 14, 2013
Mountain bike Regionals
The UA shoe-stringed together a race weekend in the face of a government
shutdown. The weekend featured a cross country as well as the conference's only
short track and team relay events.
Saturday:
The cross country race started off with cool temperatures and calm wind. However, as racers were on course the wind picked up and knocked down several course markings. Sadly a few riders were lead astray after the second check point, making it back to the finish area a little later than expected. The race was called at the second check point for the Men's A because of these issues. David Carlson (UA) extended his winning streak and took over the teal leader's jersey from Alex Winkler (NAU) who finished third. Douglas Torres (UNM) finished 2nd. The women's A was a tie between Amy Chandos and Lindsey Dye (both NAU), with Amy just edging out Lindsey. The Men's B and C categories were dominated by NAU with Scott Marshall and Nathan Franklin winning their categories respectively.
Sunday:
A little further down the trail the UA club had marked a challenging 1 mile STXC race (which would also be used for the relay loop). The Men's A went first and after a flurry of attacks a lead group of 2: David Carlson and Douglas Torres established themselves out front. By the 3rd lap of 6, Douglas and pulled away slightly from Carlson. Over the laps Torres grew his lead to over a minute by the finish. Behind Carlson, Quinn Keogh (UA) was working to bridge up to his teammate, while further back Andrew Keller (UA) was regretting his early attacks and attempted to hold off Winkler (NAU). In the end, Torres won the day, followed by Carlson, Keogh, Winkler, and Keller.
In the Women's A/B race, Amy Chandos was given a big gap over her teammate as Dye experience a small mechanical. However, Dye was able to rejoin her teammate and once again celebrate hand in hand for another podium sweep. Liz Schmitt (UA) was the sole Women's B rider.
The Men's B/C field has 2 Men's B and 1 C rider, both events were won by NAU with Braden Flannery taking the win in the B's and Chris Leffler in the C's.
The team relay took place on the same course with each rider completing one lap. NAU consisted of Alex, Amy, Lindsey, and Braden and UA had David, Quinn, Liz, and Florian. After the first lap, with Florian and Amy, the race was neck and neck. However, David gave UA a massive lead going into the 3rd lap. Liz took over for UA and 40 seconds later Lindsey was on the course for NAU. Lindsey put the hammer down and gave Alex a large gap to work with for the final lap. UA's Quinn Keogh had his work cut out for him and came in 30 seconds behind Alex.
At the end of the day, NAU extended their lead in the Team competition over UA by 1,300 points. However, David Carlson overtook Alex for the men's A individual competition. One race remains in the season: NAU Super D. Will Alex retake his lead? Can David defend it with a race not suited for him? Or will Douglas Torres, the dark horse in 3rd, claim a surprise upset? We'll know after next Saturday!
Saturday:
The cross country race started off with cool temperatures and calm wind. However, as racers were on course the wind picked up and knocked down several course markings. Sadly a few riders were lead astray after the second check point, making it back to the finish area a little later than expected. The race was called at the second check point for the Men's A because of these issues. David Carlson (UA) extended his winning streak and took over the teal leader's jersey from Alex Winkler (NAU) who finished third. Douglas Torres (UNM) finished 2nd. The women's A was a tie between Amy Chandos and Lindsey Dye (both NAU), with Amy just edging out Lindsey. The Men's B and C categories were dominated by NAU with Scott Marshall and Nathan Franklin winning their categories respectively.
Sunday:
A little further down the trail the UA club had marked a challenging 1 mile STXC race (which would also be used for the relay loop). The Men's A went first and after a flurry of attacks a lead group of 2: David Carlson and Douglas Torres established themselves out front. By the 3rd lap of 6, Douglas and pulled away slightly from Carlson. Over the laps Torres grew his lead to over a minute by the finish. Behind Carlson, Quinn Keogh (UA) was working to bridge up to his teammate, while further back Andrew Keller (UA) was regretting his early attacks and attempted to hold off Winkler (NAU). In the end, Torres won the day, followed by Carlson, Keogh, Winkler, and Keller.
In the Women's A/B race, Amy Chandos was given a big gap over her teammate as Dye experience a small mechanical. However, Dye was able to rejoin her teammate and once again celebrate hand in hand for another podium sweep. Liz Schmitt (UA) was the sole Women's B rider.
The Men's B/C field has 2 Men's B and 1 C rider, both events were won by NAU with Braden Flannery taking the win in the B's and Chris Leffler in the C's.
The team relay took place on the same course with each rider completing one lap. NAU consisted of Alex, Amy, Lindsey, and Braden and UA had David, Quinn, Liz, and Florian. After the first lap, with Florian and Amy, the race was neck and neck. However, David gave UA a massive lead going into the 3rd lap. Liz took over for UA and 40 seconds later Lindsey was on the course for NAU. Lindsey put the hammer down and gave Alex a large gap to work with for the final lap. UA's Quinn Keogh had his work cut out for him and came in 30 seconds behind Alex.
At the end of the day, NAU extended their lead in the Team competition over UA by 1,300 points. However, David Carlson overtook Alex for the men's A individual competition. One race remains in the season: NAU Super D. Will Alex retake his lead? Can David defend it with a race not suited for him? Or will Douglas Torres, the dark horse in 3rd, claim a surprise upset? We'll know after next Saturday!
Monday, September 23, 2013
Victory Again!
3 UA members made the trek up to Gallup, NM for a XC and TT. David Carlson, yet again, crushed the competition in the Men's A XC and TT. In fact, he beat former pro Levi Leipheimer in the TT! Fellow A rider Andrew Keller and a weekend of mechanical issues but managed to bring home 5th both days. Hopefully the bad joo-joo has been worked out!
In the Women's B field, Leslie Sullivan raced to 2nd place in the XC event and sat out the TT.
Great job Wildcats!
In the Women's B field, Leslie Sullivan raced to 2nd place in the XC event and sat out the TT.
Great job Wildcats!
Sunday, September 15, 2013
UA Cycling Sweeps Podiums at Horny Toad Hustle!
David Carlson (Men's A), continues his domination of the XC events with ANOTHER victory in Las Cruces! Hot on his heels was newly upgraded A Andrew Keller! In the Women's B, new riders Katie Emory and Leslie Sullivan went 1-2! Quinn Keogh dusted off the mountain bike and took the win in the Men's B over NAU's Kyle Gandy. And finally in the Men's C, new rider Andrew Wudtke took 2nd!
The team looks to regroup and continue their campaign to capture the men's individual and team omnium next weekend in Gallup!
Great job Wildcats!
The team looks to regroup and continue their campaign to capture the men's individual and team omnium next weekend in Gallup!
Great job Wildcats!
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
UNM Recap
3 riders headed over to Angel Fire, NM for the Back to School Special hosted by UNM.
David Carlson dominated the Men's A XC with a commanding victory over Douglas Torres of UNM. In the B's Andrew Keller raced competitively and took home 3rd.
Initially no one was signed up for the down hill on Sunday...but after some peer pressure from UNM, Andrew changed his mind and signed up for the Men's C. After a few runs to build confidence, Andrew posted a good time for his first DH race and came in 5th.
Next up is the Horny Toad Hustle in Las Cruces, NM. UA will be sending over a big squad to wrestle back some points from NAU in the team omnium.
David Carlson dominated the Men's A XC with a commanding victory over Douglas Torres of UNM. In the B's Andrew Keller raced competitively and took home 3rd.
Initially no one was signed up for the down hill on Sunday...but after some peer pressure from UNM, Andrew changed his mind and signed up for the Men's C. After a few runs to build confidence, Andrew posted a good time for his first DH race and came in 5th.
Next up is the Horny Toad Hustle in Las Cruces, NM. UA will be sending over a big squad to wrestle back some points from NAU in the team omnium.
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Callout Info!
Our first meeting of the semester will take place the first week of school!
Info:
Thursday, August 29, 2013.
6pm
Kiva Room (located next to Einstein Bagels in the Union)
Come find out about who we are, what we do, and why you should join! Dinner at the Union to follow the meeting!
Info:
Thursday, August 29, 2013.
6pm
Kiva Room (located next to Einstein Bagels in the Union)
Come find out about who we are, what we do, and why you should join! Dinner at the Union to follow the meeting!
Monday, August 19, 2013
Looking to Join the Club?!
Come find out more about your favorite collegiate cycling team this weekend and next week!
We'll be at the following fairs:
-Convocation Celebration (outside McKale Center)
-Meet Me at the Rec (Cherry Field)
-Student Involvement Fair (UA Mall)
-Call Out: TBA
Wanna go for a ride with us? We got something for everyone!
We'll be at the following fairs:
-Convocation Celebration (outside McKale Center)
-Meet Me at the Rec (Cherry Field)
-Student Involvement Fair (UA Mall)
-Call Out: TBA
Wanna go for a ride with us? We got something for everyone!
Ride Leaders:
Monday: Joey
Tuesday (am): Joey
Tuesday PM: Allison A.
Wed (am): Calvin and Ben
Wed- Crit (PM): TBA
Thur: Ben
Fri: Liz
Sat: Race or the shootout (or other posted ride)
Sun: Long ride (will be posted by Saturday evening)
Day
|
Ride
|
Duration
|
Distance
|
Meet Time
|
Monday Mosey
|
Easy ride
|
1.0-1.5 hr
|
Max 20 mi
|
6:30 am*
|
Tuesday (AM)
|
Hard Ride
|
2-3 hrs
|
60 mi
|
6 am**
|
Tuesday Tempo
|
Foothills/A mnt
|
1-2 hrs
|
20-30
|
5pm
|
Wednesday Worlds
|
Hard Ride
|
2-3 hrs
|
40-60 mi
|
6:30 am*
|
Wednesday
|
Crit Practice
|
1-2 hrs
|
tba
|
5:00 PM
|
Thursday Thrill
|
Easy ride
|
1.0-1.5 hr
|
Max 20 mi
|
6:30 am
|
Friday Freewheel
|
Moderate ride
|
2 hrs
|
30-40 mi
|
6:30 am*
|
Saturday
|
Hard Ride
|
3-4 hrs
|
60-80 mi
|
6:30am**
|
Saturday
|
Long ride
|
3-4 hrs
|
60-80 mi
|
When Posted
|
Sunday
|
Long ride
|
3-4 hrs
|
60-80 mi
|
When Posted
|
*moves with day light, latest start is 7:30am
**Fairwheel group rides, follows its ride time
As always, feel free to e-mail us or join our Facebook group!
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Gearing up for the Fall
Lots of big changes going around with the club!
-New website in development
-New kits (yay!)
-New sponsors (Lemond, Aerocat,...)
-New ride schedule... more on that as school gets closer
and most importantly:
NEW RIDERS!
Yes! We are excited for the incoming freshmen class! We cannot wait to meet you at the activities fair during the first week of class and to take you out for a spin in wonderful Tucson! If you are interested in joining the club and have questions- like were to store your bike, what kind of riding we do, ANYTHING- fill out the contact form on the Contact page and we'll get back to ya!
Keep the rubber side down and get pumped for the best cycling of your life!
-New website in development
-New kits (yay!)
-New sponsors (Lemond, Aerocat,...)
-New ride schedule... more on that as school gets closer
and most importantly:
NEW RIDERS!
Yes! We are excited for the incoming freshmen class! We cannot wait to meet you at the activities fair during the first week of class and to take you out for a spin in wonderful Tucson! If you are interested in joining the club and have questions- like were to store your bike, what kind of riding we do, ANYTHING- fill out the contact form on the Contact page and we'll get back to ya!
Keep the rubber side down and get pumped for the best cycling of your life!
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