‘Cross Clinic Coming Up
A local group of cyclocross enthusiasts is hosting a 2-day cyclocross clinic for new and experienced riders.
Starting on August 31, this is an ideal clinic if you’re interested in trying ‘cross for the first time, or brushing up your skills to be ready for racing in September.
Check out the Facebook page from the CXtravaganza organizers for more details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1291608371017228/
Monthly Club Meeting
This month please note the new location.
Where: we’ll be using the South Edmonton Common MEC Community meeting room (1624 99 Street NW)
When: Tuesday August 27, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
If you want something added to the agenda, send your request to: president@velocitycyclingclub.ca
Club Weekday Ride Schedule
Our mainstay weekday rides will keep your fitness tuned to the end of summer.
All rides are posted on the event calendar.
- Monday is Hill Circuit night. Leaving from Hawrelak Park at 6pm. We’ll ride Zoo Hill and the Legislature Grounds.
- Threshold TT intervals leave from the old Colchester School Site on Thursday at 6pm. Expect about 2hrs riding.
Weekend Rides
The Saturday ride starts 10am at the Olympiette Centre. Two hours, about 60kms. Strava Route posted HERE: https://www.strava.com/routes/20365444
The Sunday ride tends to be hillier, harder and faster. Starts 10am at the Acheson PetroCan/Truck Stop area. 70km hilly Strava Route posted HERE: https://www.strava.com/routes/19516571
Coach Kevin Still on Holiday
Week one in Italy is almost done. Somehow we managed to pick a hotel in Rome with a bicycle mounted just outside our room!
It won’t come easy, you must work for it. Stop wishing, start doing.