Search the web
Sign In
New User? Sign Up
dmccraceteam · Des Moines Cycle Club Race Team
  • Members Only
  • Post
  • Files
  • Photos
  • Database
  • Members
  • Calendar
  • Promote
  • Groups Labs (Beta)
? Already a member? Sign in to Yahoo!

Yahoo! Groups Tips

Did you know...
Message search is now enhanced, find messages faster. Take it for a spin.

Best of Y! Groups

   Check them out and nominate your group.
Having problems with message search? Fill out this form to ensure your group is one of the first to be migrated to the new message search system.

Messages

   Messages Help
Message #
Search:
Advanced
Messages 334 - 363 of 584   Newest  |  < Newer  |  Older >  |  Oldest
Messages: Show Message Summaries   (Group by Topic) Sort by Date v  
#363 From: Dan Davis <davisdj@...>
Date: Fri May 8, 2009 4:40 am
Subject: Re: TTT Date is June 14; Training this weekend 		davis5200
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
I will go over and room with you if no one has spoke up.  And if anyone has spoke up does anyone else need a roommate for the weekend.

What time are you planning on leaving on Friday? 

--------------
Dan Davis
davisdj@...


On Thu, May 7, 2009 at 8:34 AM, Brad Bach <bach.brad@...> wrote:

Is anyone planning on racing Memorial Day weekend?  I'm planning on racing Friday-Monday and am going to get a hotel room.  Anyone want to go in with me on a room?



Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (7)
#362 From: "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>
Date: Fri May 1, 2009 2:41 am
Subject: TTT Date is June 14; Training this weekend 		randycatron
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Hi Team,
 
I screwed up the date of the TTT in the E-mail last night. According to the official Iowa racing schedule http://www.bikeiowa.org/Sked/Sked.shtml#6 , the race is SUNDAY, JUNE 14, not June 7. That'll teach me to send an important e-mail after 11 p.m. My apologies.
 
Training this weekend....and other activities....
 
-This weekend we need to clear out our Grimes Training Center. One of my projects this spring and summer, with assistance welcome from all of you, will be to find us a new place to train indoors November thru March. I'd like to find a space similar to what we had in Grimes. We'll be clearing out the room at 11 AM this Sunday...If we can get 6 or so of us it shouldn't take more than 30 minutes...it was great while it lasted...there is a very, very small chance we'll get the space next year..
 
Saturday Options:
1) Bike World Breakfast Ride (see last week's message)
2) Team ride, NOON at Starbucks (NOTE THE SATURDAY RIDE IS AT NOON)
 
Sunday
-A few volunteers meet at the training center to help us clean out the room (11 AM)
1) Team Ride, 1 PM at Starbucks (NOTE THE TIME CHANGE COMPARED TO SATURDAY START TIME).
 
Coach Randy
 
Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
cell: 515.480.7030

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (7)
#361 From: "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>
Date: Thu Apr 30, 2009 4:03 am
Subject: Iowa Team Time Trial Championships Sign-up 		randycatron
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Hi Team,
 
It is that time of year again when the coaches start playing "matchmaker" and putting together the preliminary lists for the 2009 Iowa Team Time Trial Championship teams. The race will be on Sunday, June 7 in north Iowa.  For those of you unfamiliar with what  a TTT is, here is a brief list of the primary points to consider before you volunteer to race:
 
-Each team is composed of four riders at the start line, 3 riders must finish to receive an official time. The coaches will make preliminary team matches based on the available race categories (eg. Cat. 5, Cat. 4, Women, Masters, Juniors), the skill of each rider, and input from riders who may want to race together. As much as possible we want riders of similar speed to be riding together.
 
-All four riders must be wearing team jerseys or skinsuits, and all riders must have annual race licenses attached to Des Moines Cycle Club. The jerseys and skin suits don't have to be perfectly identical (eg. produced in different years, so color and design does not have to be exact).
 
-Nearly all riders will ride in the aero position (TT bars), on either a road bike, TT bike or tri bike. It is possible to have an Eddy Mercx team, meaning all riders on the team do not use aero bars (this will slow the team because of increased wind drag). Disc wheels, funny helmets, shoe covers, skin suits, etc. are allowed.
 
-The distance is 100K, that is about 63 miles. Each lap is about 21 miles. Typically each rider will start with two bottles, one with water, one with energy drink, then get a hand up of a new bottle each lap. We will practice this process and technique before race day.
 
-This is totally about team work, communication, focus,  and smoothness. Typically the riders will either continually rotate, or rotate about every 30 seconds. The idea is to keep the speed as high as possible during the 63 miles. Basically the only rest each rider receives is the time to drift to the back of the rotation and then following the wheels to the front again (typically less than 2 minutes per rotation cycle). The entire race is 2.5 to 3 hours or more. Ideally you would want your legs to be very, very "fresh" for this race. Nutrition and hydration behavior prior to this race is also critically important---we will talk about that over the coming weeks.
 
-This event takes practice, and several of our Tuesday night practices between now and race day (June 14) will be focused on TTT practice. We will also practice on some weekends. It is extremely important for the efficiency and safety of the team that the team members practice as a team a minimum of 3 times for at least one hour prior to the race. If you cannot commit to practicing with your team a minimum of three times, or if there is less than an 80% chance you will be available on race day, you should not volunteer for a team. Last year several teams got together on their own schedule to practice, so practices can happen on weekends or any weeknight. Remember, four riders are needed at the start line to have a team.
 
-The race team will pay the entry fees for this race because it is a state championship event.
 
This is one of the highlight races of the year for our team. It is challenging, fun, builds team relationships, and is generally a neat event. If this year is like last year for our team's participation in the TTT (this year will probably be bigger), we will likely take a very large group of people to the race, including riders and probably 6-10 support people (that would be riders not racing, spouses, Moms, Dads, Grandparents...anyone who can help).
 
Please respond to this e-mail, or verbally let Coach Hammer or I know by Tuesday, May 5 if you want to be on a team. If you would like to volunteer to be a "stand in"--which means only on a team if a team ends up short one rider, please let us know.
 
If you are new to racing, that's OK, we can teach you what you need to know.  If you do not believe you would be able or ready to ride in an aero position for the race, also let Coach Hammer or me know.
 
Ask any of the coaches, or your experienced team mates, about the race if you have questions.
 
Coach Randy
 
Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
cell: 515.480.7030

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
#360 From: "Jeff Mertz" <jeffmertz@...>
Date: Tue Apr 28, 2009 8:43 pm
Subject: 2nd Clothing Order has arrived! 		waukeejeff
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 

The box of clothes has arrived!

 Here is the plan...

Cindy and I will be meeting on Thursday to complete a total inventory and order review.  Once we have processed the new items and gotten everything accounted for we will begin handing out the new stuff, that will probably be toward the end of the weekend or next Tuesday...maybe sooner, but no promises at this time.

Several have requested items since this order went in.  Shorts, Jerseys, ect that we have some extras.  We need to make sure that the existing orders are all fulfilled and that any new riders that have signed since the order have gotten jerseys.

All of this should be figured out on Thursday.  After that we will contact you if you have made a request and let you know if we will be able to fulfill your request.

We will also throw out a general email of what we have in stock...I know i could use a second jersey...

Thanks for your help, patience and consideration with the order.

Woody and Block!


Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
#359 From: Iggy Pup <iggypupp@...>
Date: Mon Apr 27, 2009 4:09 pm
Subject: DOT public meetings - sustainable transportation 		iggypupp
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Team - Thought you might be interested in getting your voice heard at these public forums since I know many of you would agree that "sustainable transportation" must include bicycles!  First meeting is Tuesday night in Ames. 
Jen
 
From: Lynn Laws, Communications Director, Iowa Environme [mailto:lynnlaws@...]
Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2009 11:30 AM
To: Jennifer Filipiak
Subject: An Opportunity to let the DOT know what you think about land use practices and sustainable transportation

Make a difference.
An Opportunity to let the DOT know what you think about land use practices and sustainable transportation
Thoughts on Transportation Needs?

More Info

DOT Wants to Listen
 
Dear Friends,

The Iowa DOT is presenting Iowans with a golden opportunity to encourage sustainable transportation and land-use before April ends. Whether you feel we need more bike-to-work lanes, passenger rail options, or goals to address climate change - this is your chance to be heard.. Six meetings are being held across the state to seek the public's input on transportation needs. Click here to download the announcement from the Iowa DOT. The Statewide Passenger Transportation Funding Study is seeking your input to identify gaps between current public transit, carpool/vanpool programs, intercity bus and rail services, and what you and your neighbors believe are transportation needs. Using the information from these meetings and through other sources, plans will be made to address Iowa's future transportation plans.
The public meetings will be held:

Tuesday, April 28, 2009
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Ames, Iowa
Quality Inn & Starlite Conference Center
2601 East 13th Street
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Atlantic, Iowa
Cass County Community Center
805 West 10th Street
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Ottumwa, Iowa
Bridge View Center
102 Church Street
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Mason City, Iowa
North Iowa Area Council of Governments (NIACOG)
525 6th Street SW
Thursday, April 30, 2009
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Hiawatha City Hall (aka Community Center)
101 Emmons Street
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Cherokee, Iowa
Cherokee Community Center
530 West Bluff Street
footer

 If you no longer wish to receive e-mail from us, you can unsubscribe here.



Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
#358 From: meatia@...
Date: Fri Apr 24, 2009 8:21 pm
Subject: Car Pooling To IA City Races 		eddywanabe
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Team,
 Due to the fact that some of you are racing 1 day, others are racing both days & some are going over Friday eve, while others are leaving Sat. am and staying over-night Sat, etc-etc......car pooling will be tricky. Reply to this e-mail to let others know if you'd like to car pool and your time frame, Jake has already asked to ride with someone.
 Chevy & I are leaving Shoppers Supply @ 5:50 am Sat morning. The wife and I will be traveling to MN after the road-race, so no pooling for us. I'm not sure what Chevy has planned, you can check with him.
 
Whatever you choose to do this weekend, keep building on your spring training & BE SAFE OUT THERE!!!
 
RIDE ON -Hammerman

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (2)
#357 From: "Jeff Mertz" <jeffmertz@...>
Date: Fri Apr 24, 2009 8:12 pm
Subject: After a little Delay... 		waukeejeff
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
I got word yesterday afternoon that the clothes have shipped and the tracking numbers shows arrival on the 28th.
 
A little story on why it took so long.
 
When we placed our original order i screwed up a few items and we need to make a supplemental order.  This supplemental order met no minimums quantities on anything, yet they were good enough to accomondate us...me...  I asked if we could open it up to additional items, and the answer was yes. I thought we would get 5-6, maybe 8 more items...
 
Or second order, that was going to be like 9 items rapidly grew to over 40 items, this was much larger than they could run in the small production window that they had that would have got the items here before Arkansas.
 
I appreciate everyones patience.
 
If your new to the team and have not got a jersey or are interested in other items we may have in stock, please let me or Cindy know.
 
 
WOODY
 
 

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
#356 From: "CycleCoach" <cyclecoach@...>
Date: Tue Apr 21, 2009 7:29 pm
Subject: Training for Racing and Drafting 		mastracr
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Team
The other talk I gave in Arkansas was about the ramifications of drafting and how this affects racing and training.  Drafting adds a lot of tactics to road racing.  Otherwise it would just be time trialing.  This article covers some of the things I discussed and also covers a few other things I didn't mention.   You have a great chance to practice drafting as well as attacking during our Tuesday night rides.
 
Let me know if you have any questions.

David Ertl
(515) 689-1254
USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
NSCA Personal Trainer
CycleCoach@...
www.CyclesportCoaching.com

1 of 1 File(s)


Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (4)
#355 From: "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>
Date: Tue Apr 21, 2009 12:49 am
Subject: Camp, this Week and Weekend 		randycatron
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Hi Team,
 
Well, we had a great camp! Thanks to everyone who participated, and hopefully next year some of you who have never been to camp will have an opportunity. You can check out the 2009 camp photos at http://dmccraceteam.smugmug.com/gallery/7958301_kivHD , this is our race team photo site. Thanks to Becky Fletcher for taking more than 500 photos! Ask your team mates about their camp experience on the training ride tomorrow. Thanks to Coach Hammer for serving as camp director and leading our team, and to our support drivers (Nancy Peterson who drove support the entire time, and Becky Fletcher and Alissa Douglas who rotated between support and riding). Thanks to Coach Ertl for the lectures and on the on-the-road coaching. Also, thanks to all of our riders who made the camp so enjoyable and fun!
 
Congrats to our riders who posted their first TT times at Elkhart last Thursday. Our team was well represented, even with 26 of us at camp. You can find Elkhart TT results at http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/ 
 
Finally, the weather is breaking. Looks like 60s and 70s starting tomorrow. We'll train same as always tomorrow, 5:30P from Sycamore Access.
 
This weekend is a big race weekend, the Iowa City Road Race on Saturday and the Old Capitol Crit on Sunday. Some team members are racing both days; many will do the road race. Check out the race website at http://www.oldcapcrit.com/ . This site has information about both the Saturday and Sunday races. You can register the day of the race,  but they'll charge an extra $5 for "late fee"--most races do not charge this fee...but I'd still register day of unless you are near 100% sure you will be able to race. Coordinate with your team mates to carpool over to the race(s), or share hotel rooms if you're staying for both races. Download the flyer(s) for the race(s) that interest you. Pay attention to the start times, and be sure to give yourself plenty of travel time, plus registration and warm-up time prior to the race. For the road race on Saturday, be absolutely sure to bring your own nutrition...no quicky marts within miles of the start. The church usually has baked goods and hamburgers, etc. for sale to eat after the road race. Or, you can use your own post-race recovery food that works for you. For the road race, most of our male riders and junior men will be Cat. 5, the women except for Lacey and Julie would be Cat. 4; at the crit on Sunday there is a separate junior category available. If  you have any questions about categories, ask any of  your coaches.
 
There will likely be a training ride on both Saturday and Sunday for those not racing. Watch for the announcement, and pay careful attention to the times the rides will start. It may not be the same time on both Saturday and Sunday.
 
Take care, and continue to ride safely and courteously.
 
Coach Randy
 
Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
cell: 515.480.7030

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (2)
#354 From: "CycleCoach" <cyclecoach@...>
Date: Mon Apr 20, 2009 7:41 pm
Subject: Eating for Health and Performance 		mastracr
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Arkansas Travelers (and those who couldn't go to Arkansas)

On the Arkansas trip, I gave a talk about eating for health and performance.   I have written down my comments and am making this available to you.  My intent here is to provide you with some quick, easy guidelines to use to eat more nutritionally as well as fuel yourself properly for cycling.  As a competitive cyclist, you put your body through a lot of stress and use a lot of energy.  You need to eat so as to provide yourself with the right nutrients at the right time in the right amounts.

If you have questions about this, please let me know.   
 
Someday I'll turn this into another ebook!

David Ertl
(515) 689-1254
USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
NSCA Personal Trainer
CycleCoach@...
www.CyclesportCoaching.com
 

1 of 1 File(s)


Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (4)
#353 From: "Jeff Mertz" <jeffmertz@...>
Date: Wed Apr 15, 2009 1:21 pm
Subject: Rally for Bike Safety 		waukeejeff
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
If you can help out tonight, please email me.  They are looking for volunteers to serve as ride escorts.
 
The link is to a video on KCCI of Doug Smiths wife.  She is an amazing woman, and every time we are out riding we need to remember the ones that support us and take care of us.
 
 
Tonight's the night for the big Bike Safety Rally at the Capitol. Please come if you can. Bring the kids, bring the dog, come as you are, whatever it takes to show our solidarity for stopping bicycle/vehicle accidents on our roadways. Rally starts at 6 on the west steps. If you can ride to the Capitol, come to Rasmussens at 3rd and Grand in West Des Moines before 5:30. We well ride Grand up to 59th, then over to Ingersoll and down Ingersoll to Locust and on up to the Capitol. Feel free to join along the route if you can. Hope to see you there !! It will be a beautiful day for cycling !!
 
 
 
 
 
Jeff Mertz

Studio 37, l.l.c.
P.O. Box 280
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 710-3163

Visit us at www.studio37design.com
 
-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Mertz [mailto:jeffmertz@...]
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 03:11 PM
To: meatia@..., 'Randy Catron', 'Kris Hoeppner', 'Jin-Ter Lim', 'Lisa Launderville',
'Brad Bach', 'Andy Bach', 'Rory Loo', 'Dana Loo', 'Stan Boyer', 'Terry Hardy', 'Sandy Dunivan',
'Kelly Welsh-Wingate', 'Bryan Swain', 'Rich Sherrod', 'John Shaw', 'Nancy Leysens',
'Nathan Hicks', 'Terry Thompson', 'Randy Reindl', 'Chris Cornelison', 'Wilson Tarbox',
'Vance Fletcher', 'Steve Pohlmeyer', 'Steve Givens', 'Steve Cunningham', 'Ryan Wilcox',
'Russell F Seaton', 'Rick Woten', 'Perry Leysens', 'PAUL BLACK', 'PATRICK OBRYAN',
'Michelle Pohlmeyer', 'Kristen Boyer', 'Kale Halder', 'Julie Zierke-Clark', 'Jon Meyer',
'Jake and John Leih', 'Joe and Tammy Bechen', 'JESSE GERLITS', 'Jennifer Filipiak',
'Jeff Mertz', 'James Thacker', 'Greg Pankrukhin', 'Fritz Craiger', 'Forrest Ridgway',
'dmcc race tm yahoo group', 'David Ertl', 'Dave Douglas', 'DAN KRUZIC', 'Dan Kruzic', 'Dan Davis',
'Colan Arnold', 'Cindy DuBois', 'Brian Clark', 'Brett Barber', 'Bob Petrson', 'Bill Throckmorton',
'Bill Hardin', 'Becky and David Fletcher', 'Barb Scholz', 'Ann Shuman', 'Andy McCann',
'Alissa Douglas', 'Eddie Loo', 'Rozalyn Boyer', 'Jessica Rowe', 'Jon Chartier', 'Sok Leng Loo',
'Theo Loo', 'Tanner Launderville', 'Oliver Howes', 'GREG MILLER', 'Ed Hegner'
Subject: Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events
 
I am sure by now most of you have heard about what happened near Winterset on Saturday morning.
 
There is a protest ride being organized from Rassmussens on Wednesday at 5:30pm to the State Capitol.  I plan on being there and I encourage everyone to attend.
 
As with any type of ride like this we will not be riding as a team, but as cyclist.  Please refrain from wearing the team colors, but please come out to support the family of Doug Smith.
 
There is info posted at the Iowa Bicycle Coalition Website.
 
 
Woody
 
-----Original Message-----
From: meatia@... [mailto:meatia@...]
Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2009 09:23 PM
To: 'Randy Catron', 'Kris Hoeppner', 'Randy and Terri Catron', 'Jin-Ter Lim',
'Lisa Launderville', 'Brad Bach', 'Andy Bach', 'Rory Loo', 'Dana Loo', 'Stan Boyer', 'Terry Hardy',
'Sandy Dunivan', 'Kelly Welsh-Wingate', 'Bryan Swain', 'Rich Sherrod', 'John Shaw',
'Nancy Leysens', 'Nathan Hicks', 'Terry Thompson', 'Randy Reindl', 'Chris Cornelison',
'Wilson Tarbox', 'Vance Fletcher', 'Steve Pohlmeyer', 'Steve Givens', 'Steve Cunningham',
'Ryan Wilcox', 'Russell F Seaton', 'Rick Woten', 'Perry Leysens', 'PAUL BLACK', 'PATRICK OBRYAN',
'Michelle Pohlmeyer', 'Kristen Boyer', 'Kale Halder', 'Julie Zierke-Clark', 'Jon Meyer',
'Jake and John Leih', 'Joe and Tammy Bechen', 'JESSE GERLITS', 'Jennifer Filipiak',
'Jeff Mertz', 'James Thacker', 'Greg Pankrukhin', 'Fritz Craiger', 'Forrest Ridgway',
'dmcc race tm yahoo group', 'David Ertl', 'Dave Hammer', 'Dave Douglas', 'DAN KRUZIC',
'Dan Kruzic', 'Dan Davis', 'Colan Arnold', 'Cindy DuBois', 'Brian Clark', 'Brett Barber',
'Bob Petrson', 'Bill Throckmorton', 'Bill Hardin', 'Becky and David Fletcher', 'Barb Scholz',
'Ann Shuman', 'Andy McCann', 'Alissa Douglas', 'Eddie Loo', 'Rozalyn Boyer', 'Jessica Rowe',
'Jon Chartier', 'Sok Leng Loo', 'Theo Loo', 'Tanner Launderville', 'Oliver Howes', 'GREG MILLER',
'Ed Hegner'
Subject: Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events
I'll be at Starbuck's @ 1:00 (on my single) if anyone cares to join me. -Hammerman
-------------- Original message from "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>: --------------

The weather looks great for Saturday...there are at least three training options for Saturday:
 
1) "The Breakfast Ride": This a tempo ride from either Bike World West or the Waukee Trail Head to Redfield (for breakfast) and back. Ride is on the trail going to Redfield. Ride leaves Bike World West at 6:15A, or Waukee Trail Head at 6:45A.
 
2) Rassy's Shootout: This is a race-pace ride from Des Moines to Winterset and back. Hilly and fast..recommended for stronger riders. Meet at Rasmussen Bike Shop - 301 Grand in West Des Moines. (Please park in the Tokens Family Fun Center lot)
Ride starts at 7am. Course is an out and back to Winterset (Several hills) Race Pace.
 
3) DMOS/RDMB Training Ride: Leave Starbucks at Noon and head to Minburn or points west. Minburn would be about 50 mile round trip. Those wanting a shorter ride can do the Granger loop, and those wanting a longer ride can head west of Minburn. This will be a tempo-paced ride, not slow, but not as fast as the Rassy's Shootout.
 
For Sunday which is a holiday, we'll say 1 p.m. at Starbucks. However, many of us have family obligations that day, so don't plan on a big turnout (if any at all). That doesn't mean don't train on Sunday (there is the most convenient roller or trainer option), it just means that several of us will be working in the training around our family and other obligations for that day.
 
Upcoming races and events:
Arkansas Team Camp: Wed, April 15 thru Sun, April 19
Elkhart TT #1: Thursday, April 16  http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/
Mayor's Ride for Trails: Saturday, April 18   http://www.bikeiowa.com/asp/features/featuresdisplay.asp?ArticleID=944
Eagle Point Crit (Dubuque): Sunday, April 19  https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2009-999
Iowa City Road Race (Sat. April 25) and Iowa City Crit (Sat. April 26) http://www.oldcapcrit.com/
Waterworks Park Race (Thurs, April 30): This is iffy...depends on the road condition
 
Anyone not going to Arkansas should plan to do the Elkhart TT and Mayors Ride (to show the jersey/sponsors promotion). The Iowa City Road Race is probably the largest road race in Iowa, and the Old Capitol Crit is a race for those who good bike handling skills and the ability to corner at high speed. There will be many of us at the Iowa City Road Race...definitely a classic Iowa race! The Eagle Point Crit in Dubuque is about a 1-mile circuit in a park in Dubuque overlooking the Mississippi. As crits go, it is not overly technical...no 90 degree corners.. a couple tight curves and a sweeping curve or two. This would be a good first crit for someone wanting to do a crit (I've done Eagle Point a couple times).
 
Ride Safe...
 
Coach Randy
 
Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
cell: 515.480.7030

 
 

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
#352 From: "Russell Seaton" <RFSeaton@...>
Date: Tue Apr 14, 2009 1:38 pm
Subject: Dave on the web 		russellseaton1
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
  
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009904140380

Article on the Des Moines Register website about Dave Ertl.

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
#351 From: Zierke@...
Date: Tue Apr 14, 2009 2:46 am
Subject: Re: Arkansas Training Talks 		jazc1965
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
  
Since I think homemade cookies should be one of the 4 food groups, I'm
bringing lots of them to share during the seminars....cookies,
massages, stretching, seminar....great combination.............I'll
also bring chex mix for those health nut types of folks.

Tink

-----Original Message-----
From: David Ertl <cyclecoach@...>
To: Dave Hammer <meatia@...>; catronfamily@...;
fit2row@...; nate.s.hicks@...; Chris Cornelison
<chris.cornelison@...>; fletch@...;
spohlmeyer@...; 'Ryan Wilcox' <ryan_wilcox71@...>;
halder.kale@...; Julie Zierke <zierke@...>;
cannondalebiker@...; ratcat50125@...; DMCC Race Team
<dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com>; CycleCoach <cyclecoach@...>;
'DaveDouglas' <dave.douglas@...>; louisa117@...; 'Dan
Kruzic' <dkruzic@...>; 'Dan Davis' <davisdj@...>; 'Colan
Arnold' <carnold@...>; geo4cin@...; 'BOB PETERSON'
<draftman@...>; Becky Fletcher <bfletcher@...>;
ooopudge@...; grannygear@...; alissa@...;
eddieloo@...; sokleng_tan@...; theoloo55@...;
'Terry Grapentine' <tgrapentine@...>
Sent: Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:55 am
Subject: Arkansas Training Talks

Arkansas Travelers


I have offered to provide a couple of discussion sessions on Thursday
and Friday evenings after dinner.  I went to a training camp when I was
a junior (many moons ago) and they offered seminars in the evening so I
thought I'd offer that as well to help20augment our camp.  It would be a
good idea to do some strething/massage during these seminars while you
listen.

 

On Thursday evening I will be discussing the tactics of racing, not so
much how to do tactics as much as how to work on tactics in training. 
Much of the discussion will be on the implications of drafting and how
to use it to your advantage and how to train for it's effects.  One
thing I see a lot of, especially in beginner racers or those who do
primarily time trials, is they are often quickly dropped when the pace
picks up.  We'll discuss how to train so that you can avoid getting
dropped and stay with the pack.

 

On Friday evening I will be discussing nutrition.  I'll give my
philosophy of a healthy diet to consider for everyday purposes (don't
worry, I won't foist my vegetarian diet on you) and then also discuss
how to fuel before, during, and after training rides and races.

 

Please be thinking of any questions you may have ahead of time and send
them to me or ask me on our trip.



David Ertl
USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
CycleCoach@...
www.CyclesportCoaching.com
515-689-1254


 



From: meatia@...
To: catronfamily@...; fit2row@...; nate.s.hicks@...;
chris.cornelison@...; Fletch@...;
spohlmeyer@...; Ryan_Wilcox71@...;
Subjec
t: Arkansas Part II
Date: Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:17:13 +0000


Arkansas Riders,
 
 First, sorry to announce that due to circumstances beyond their
control, Michelle & Fritz will not be joining us, hopefully we'll see
them next year! So new roommate for Ann - Becky and for Terry - Randy
and myself - Vance.
 
 *Next, thank you to all that offered to drive and special thanks to
those that are! The following is the list of drivers & their
passengers;
 
Allez Car; Becky, Vance, Jake & Theo
Team Douglas Truck; Dave, Allissa, Lacey & Kale
Tinkerbell Van; Julie, Ann, Ryan & Nate
Dr P.B. Van; Bob, Nancy, Terry & Terry
Coach Sunshine; Randy, Colan, Danny & David
Hammer Van; Dave, Chris, Dan D & Jon
Cindy & Barb will be driving their own vehicles separately due to their
having to leave before the rest of us.
 
 *We will meet at 4:30 pm Wednesday at the Wynnsong Movie Theater in
Johnston (same place as last year), it is across 86th street  from
Starbuck's where we usually meet for weekend training rides. Park in
the NW corner of the lot, load bikes, equipment and riders and
hopefully be southbound by 5 pm. Plan on your evening meal before we
leave, we won't be stopping for dinner inroute. Bring your own snack &
drink for the drive down, there will be a gas/snack stop on the south
side of K.C.
 
 *Please try to pack smart, small &=C
2light, space will be at a minimum
for gear. Of main importance is your cycling gear/clothing. DON'T
FORGET YOUR SHOES & HELMET!! We will be riding even if it is a light to
moderate rain (as long as the temp is above 50 and there is no severe
weather!) and morning temps could be chilly, so wind jacket, arm/leg
warmers, full finger gloves, ear/head cover is recommended along with
your regular gloves, jersey & shorts. Hopefully it will be sunny &
warm, so don't forget sunscreen & sunglasses! Also, don"t forget your
swimsuit for the hot tub & pool.
 
 *Breakfast will be at the hotel as previously stated and lunch will be
on the road. Be sure to have cash for lunch/snacks on the road, as some
of the c-stores don't take credit cards. Everyone should also have
energy snacks with them while on the bike (gu/gel packs, clif bar,
etc.) along with your two water bottles.
 We usually do evening meals as a group, but is not required. Keep in
mind Coach Ertl's Thurs-Friday evening seminars @ 8:00pm when
considering dinner plans.
 
If you have any questions/concerns, please contact me or Coach Catron.
 
LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT CAMP!! -Hammerman 
=

Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (5)
#350 From: Dan Davis <davisdj@...>
Date: Mon Apr 13, 2009 9:05 pm
Subject: Re: Digest Number 217 		davis5200
Offline Offline
Send Email Send Email
 
Thanks for going to this Woody and who ever else goes, of course I will be on the way to Arkansas.  This one actually has me slightly freaked out, because I had done that ride a few times this year.  And that would have been the group I would have returned to town with after getting waxed by the leaders.  I met Doug on the first ride and he is a really cool guy. 

I will see if I can drum up some rider from Ames and send them down as well.

My recommendation if anyone asks, is that every time some one goes into renew their drivers license they have to retake the test.  Not only do I get ran off the road on my bike but it also happens when I'm in my car.  

--------------
Dan Davis
davisdj@...


On Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 2:59 PM, Jeff Mertz <jeffmertz@...> wrote:


I am sure by now most of you have heard about what happened near Winterset on Saturday morning.
 
There is a protest ride being organized from Rassmussens on Wednesday at 5:30pm to the State Capitol.  I plan on being there and I encourage everyone to attend.
 
As with any type of ride like this we will not be riding as a team, but as cyclist.  Please refrain from wearing the team colors, but please come out to support the family of Doug Smith.
 
There is info posted at the Iowa Bicycle Coalition Website.
 
 
Woody
 
-----Original Message-----
From: dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com [mailto:dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com]
Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2009 05:38 AM
To: dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [dmccraceteam] Digest Number 217

Messages In This Digest (2 Messages)

Messages

1a.

Arkansas Part II

Posted by: "meatia@..." mailto:meatia@...?Subject= Re:Arkansas Part II  eddywanabe

Sat Apr 11, 2009 7:17 pm (PDT)



Arkansas Riders,

First, sorry to announce that due to circumstances beyond their control, Michelle & Fritz will not be joining us, hopefully we'll see them next year! So new roommate for Ann - Becky and for Terry - Randy and myself - Vance.

*Next, thank you to all that offered to drive and special thanks to those that are! The following is the list of drivers & their passengers;

Allez Car; Becky, Vance, Jake & Theo
Team Douglas Truck; Dave, Allissa, Lacey & Kale
Tinkerbell Van; Julie, Ann, Ryan & Nate
Dr P.B. Van; Bob, Nancy, Terry & Terry
Coach Sunshine; Randy, Colan, Danny & David
Hammer Van; Dave, Chris, Dan D & Jon
Cindy & Barb will be driving their own vehicles separately due to their having to leave before the rest of us.

*We will meet at 4:30 pm Wednesday at the Wynnsong Movie Theater in Johnston (same place as last year), it is across 86th street from Starbuck's where we usually meet for weekend training rides. Park in the NW corner of the lot, load bikes, equipment and riders and hopefully be southbound by 5 pm. Plan on your evening meal before we leave, we won't be stopping for dinner inroute. Bring your own snack & drink for the drive down, there will be a gas/snack stop on the south side of K.C.

*Please try to pack smart, small & light, space will be at a minimum for gear. Of main importance is your cycling gear/clothing. DON'T FORGET YOUR SHOES & HELMET!! We will be riding even if it is a light to moderate rain (as long as the temp is above 50 and there is no severe weather!) and morning temps could be chilly, so wind jacket, arm/leg warmers, full finger gloves, ear/head cover is recommended along with your regular gloves, jersey & shorts. Hopefully it will be sunny & warm, so don't forget sunscreen & sunglasses! Also, don"t forget your swimsuit for the hot tub & pool.

*Breakfast will be at the hotel as previously stated and lunch will be on the road. Be sure to have cash for lunch/snacks on the road, as some of the c-stores don't take credit cards. Everyone should also have energy snacks with them while on the bike (gu/gel packs, clif bar, etc.) along with your two water bottles.
We usually do evening meals as a group, but is not required. Keep in mind Coach Ertl's Thurs-Friday evening seminars @ 8:00pm when considering dinner plans.

If you have any questions/concerns, please contact me or Coach Catron.

LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT CAMP!! -Hammerman
2a.

Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events

Posted by: "meatia@..." mailto:meatia@...?Subject= Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events  eddywanabe

Sat Apr 11, 2009 7:23 pm (PDT)



I'll be at Starbuck's @ 1:00 (on my single) if anyone cares to join me. -Hammerman
-------------- Original message from "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>: --------------

The weather looks great for Saturday...there are at least three training options for Saturday:

1) "The Breakfast Ride": This a tempo ride from either Bike World West or the Waukee Trail Head to Redfield (for breakfast) and back. Ride is on the trail going to Redfield. Ride leaves Bike World West at 6:15A, or Waukee Trail Head at 6:45A.

2) Rassy's Shootout: This is a race-pace ride from Des Moines to Winterset and back. Hilly and fast..recommended for stronger riders. Meet at Rasmussen Bike Shop - 301 Grand in West Des Moines. (Please park in the Tokens Family Fun Center lot)
Ride starts at 7am. Course is an out and back to Winterset (Several hills) Race Pace.

3) DMOS/RDMB Training Ride: Leave Starbucks at Noon and head to Minburn or points west. Minburn would be about 50 mile round trip. Those wanting a shorter ride can do the Granger loop, and those wanting a longer ride can head west of Minburn. This will be a tempo-paced ride, not slow, but not as fast as the Rassy's Shootout.

For Sunday which is a holiday, we'll say 1 p.m. at Starbucks. However, many of us have family obligations that day, so don't plan on a big turnout (if any at all). That doesn't mean don't train on Sunday (there is the most convenient roller or trainer option), it just means that several of us will be working in the training around our family and other obligations for that day.

Upcoming races and events:
Arkansas Team Camp: Wed, April 15 thru Sun, April 19
Elkhart TT #1: Thursday, April 16 http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/
Mayor's Ride for Trails: Saturday, April 18 http://www.bikeiowa.com/asp/features/featuresdisplay.asp?ArticleID=944
Eagle Point Crit (Dubuque): Sunday, April 19 https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2009-999
Iowa City Road Race (Sat. April 25) and Iowa City Crit (Sat. April 26) http://www.oldcapcrit.com/
Waterworks Park Race (Thurs, April 30): This is iffy...depends on the road condition

Anyone not going to Arkansas should plan to do the Elkhart TT and Mayors Ride (to show the jersey/sponsors promotion). The Iowa City Road Race is probably the largest road race in Iowa, and the Old Capitol Crit is a race for those who good bike handling skills and the ability to corner at high speed. There will be many of us at the Iowa City Road Race...definitely a classic Iowa race! The Eagle Point Crit in Dubuque is about a 1-mile circuit in a park in Dubuque overlooking the Mississippi. As crits go, it is not overly technical...no 90 degree corners.. a couple tight curves and a sweeping curve or two. This would be a good first crit for someone wanting to do a crit (I've done Eagle Point a couple times).

Ride Safe...

Coach Randy

Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
cell: 515.480.7030
Recent Activity
    Visit Your Group
    Find helpful tips

    for Moderators

    on the Yahoo!

    Groups team blog.

    Yahoo! Groups

    w/ John McEnroe

    Join the All-Bran

    Day 10 Club.

    Yahoo! Groups

    Auto Enthusiast Zone

    Love cars? Check out the

    Auto Enthusiast Zone

    Need to Reply?

    Click one of the "Reply" links to respond to a specific message in the Daily Digest.


    Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (2)
    #349 From: "Jeff Mertz" <jeffmertz@...>
    Date: Mon Apr 13, 2009 8:11 pm
    Subject: Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events     		waukeejeff
    Offline Offline
    Send Email Send Email
     
     
    I am sure by now most of you have heard about what happened near Winterset on Saturday morning.
     
    There is a protest ride being organized from Rassmussens on Wednesday at 5:30pm to the State Capitol.  I plan on being there and I encourage everyone to attend.
     
    As with any type of ride like this we will not be riding as a team, but as cyclist.  Please refrain from wearing the team colors, but please come out to support the family of Doug Smith.
     
    There is info posted at the Iowa Bicycle Coalition Website.
     
     
    Woody
     
    -----Original Message-----
    From: meatia@... [mailto:meatia@...]
    Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2009 09:23 PM
    To: 'Randy Catron', 'Kris Hoeppner', 'Randy and Terri Catron', 'Jin-Ter Lim',
    'Lisa Launderville', 'Brad Bach', 'Andy Bach', 'Rory Loo', 'Dana Loo', 'Stan Boyer', 'Terry Hardy',
    'Sandy Dunivan', 'Kelly Welsh-Wingate', 'Bryan Swain', 'Rich Sherrod', 'John Shaw',
    'Nancy Leysens', 'Nathan Hicks', 'Terry Thompson', 'Randy Reindl', 'Chris Cornelison',
    'Wilson Tarbox', 'Vance Fletcher', 'Steve Pohlmeyer', 'Steve Givens', 'Steve Cunningham',
    'Ryan Wilcox', 'Russell F Seaton', 'Rick Woten', 'Perry Leysens', 'PAUL BLACK', 'PATRICK OBRYAN',
    'Michelle Pohlmeyer', 'Kristen Boyer', 'Kale Halder', 'Julie Zierke-Clark', 'Jon Meyer',
    'Jake and John Leih', 'Joe and Tammy Bechen', 'JESSE GERLITS', 'Jennifer Filipiak',
    'Jeff Mertz', 'James Thacker', 'Greg Pankrukhin', 'Fritz Craiger', 'Forrest Ridgway',
    'dmcc race tm yahoo group', 'David Ertl', 'Dave Hammer', 'Dave Douglas', 'DAN KRUZIC',
    'Dan Kruzic', 'Dan Davis', 'Colan Arnold', 'Cindy DuBois', 'Brian Clark', 'Brett Barber',
    'Bob Petrson', 'Bill Throckmorton', 'Bill Hardin', 'Becky and David Fletcher', 'Barb Scholz',
    'Ann Shuman', 'Andy McCann', 'Alissa Douglas', 'Eddie Loo', 'Rozalyn Boyer', 'Jessica Rowe',
    'Jon Chartier', 'Sok Leng Loo', 'Theo Loo', 'Tanner Launderville', 'Oliver Howes', 'GREG MILLER',
    'Ed Hegner'
    Subject: Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events
    I'll be at Starbuck's @ 1:00 (on my single) if anyone cares to join me. -Hammerman
    -------------- Original message from "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>: --------------

    The weather looks great for Saturday...there are at least three training options for Saturday:
     
    1) "The Breakfast Ride": This a tempo ride from either Bike World West or the Waukee Trail Head to Redfield (for breakfast) and back. Ride is on the trail going to Redfield. Ride leaves Bike World West at 6:15A, or Waukee Trail Head at 6:45A.
     
    2) Rassy's Shootout: This is a race-pace ride from Des Moines to Winterset and back. Hilly and fast..recommended for stronger riders. Meet at Rasmussen Bike Shop - 301 Grand in West Des Moines. (Please park in the Tokens Family Fun Center lot)
    Ride starts at 7am. Course is an out and back to Winterset (Several hills) Race Pace.
     
    3) DMOS/RDMB Training Ride: Leave Starbucks at Noon and head to Minburn or points west. Minburn would be about 50 mile round trip. Those wanting a shorter ride can do the Granger loop, and those wanting a longer ride can head west of Minburn. This will be a tempo-paced ride, not slow, but not as fast as the Rassy's Shootout.
     
    For Sunday which is a holiday, we'll say 1 p.m. at Starbucks. However, many of us have family obligations that day, so don't plan on a big turnout (if any at all). That doesn't mean don't train on Sunday (there is the most convenient roller or trainer option), it just means that several of us will be working in the training around our family and other obligations for that day.
     
    Upcoming races and events:
    Arkansas Team Camp: Wed, April 15 thru Sun, April 19
    Elkhart TT #1: Thursday, April 16  http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/
    Mayor's Ride for Trails: Saturday, April 18   http://www.bikeiowa.com/asp/features/featuresdisplay.asp?ArticleID=944
    Eagle Point Crit (Dubuque): Sunday, April 19  https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2009-999
    Iowa City Road Race (Sat. April 25) and Iowa City Crit (Sat. April 26) http://www.oldcapcrit.com/
    Waterworks Park Race (Thurs, April 30): This is iffy...depends on the road condition
     
    Anyone not going to Arkansas should plan to do the Elkhart TT and Mayors Ride (to show the jersey/sponsors promotion). The Iowa City Road Race is probably the largest road race in Iowa, and the Old Capitol Crit is a race for those who good bike handling skills and the ability to corner at high speed. There will be many of us at the Iowa City Road Race...definitely a classic Iowa race! The Eagle Point Crit in Dubuque is about a 1-mile circuit in a park in Dubuque overlooking the Mississippi. As crits go, it is not overly technical...no 90 degree corners.. a couple tight curves and a sweeping curve or two. This would be a good first crit for someone wanting to do a crit (I've done Eagle Point a couple times).
     
    Ride Safe...
     
    Coach Randy
     
    Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
    cell: 515.480.7030

     
     

    Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (3)
    #348 From: jeffmertz@...
    Date: Mon Apr 13, 2009 8:11 pm
    Subject: (No subject)     		waukeejeff
    Offline Offline
    Send Email Send Email
     


    Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
    #347 From: "Jeff Mertz" <jeffmertz@...>
    Date: Mon Apr 13, 2009 7:59 pm
    Subject: Re: Digest Number 217     		waukeejeff
    Offline Offline
    Send Email Send Email
     
    I am sure by now most of you have heard about what happened near Winterset on Saturday morning.
     
    There is a protest ride being organized from Rassmussens on Wednesday at 5:30pm to the State Capitol.  I plan on being there and I encourage everyone to attend.
     
    As with any type of ride like this we will not be riding as a team, but as cyclist.  Please refrain from wearing the team colors, but please come out to support the family of Doug Smith.
     
    There is info posted at the Iowa Bicycle Coalition Website.
     
     
    Woody
     
    -----Original Message-----
    From: dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com [mailto:dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com]
    Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2009 05:38 AM
    To: dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com
    Subject: [dmccraceteam] Digest Number 217

    Messages In This Digest (2 Messages)

    Messages

    1a.

    Arkansas Part II

    Posted by: "meatia@..." mailto:meatia@...?Subject= Re:Arkansas Part II  eddywanabe

    Sat Apr 11, 2009 7:17 pm (PDT)



    Arkansas Riders,

    First, sorry to announce that due to circumstances beyond their control, Michelle & Fritz will not be joining us, hopefully we'll see them next year! So new roommate for Ann - Becky and for Terry - Randy and myself - Vance.

    *Next, thank you to all that offered to drive and special thanks to those that are! The following is the list of drivers & their passengers;

    Allez Car; Becky, Vance, Jake & Theo
    Team Douglas Truck; Dave, Allissa, Lacey & Kale
    Tinkerbell Van; Julie, Ann, Ryan & Nate
    Dr P.B. Van; Bob, Nancy, Terry & Terry
    Coach Sunshine; Randy, Colan, Danny & David
    Hammer Van; Dave, Chris, Dan D & Jon
    Cindy & Barb will be driving their own vehicles separately due to their having to leave before the rest of us.

    *We will meet at 4:30 pm Wednesday at the Wynnsong Movie Theater in Johnston (same place as last year), it is across 86th street from Starbuck's where we usually meet for weekend training rides. Park in the NW corner of the lot, load bikes, equipment and riders and hopefully be southbound by 5 pm. Plan on your evening meal before we leave, we won't be stopping for dinner inroute. Bring your own snack & drink for the drive down, there will be a gas/snack stop on the south side of K.C.

    *Please try to pack smart, small & light, space will be at a minimum for gear. Of main importance is your cycling gear/clothing. DON'T FORGET YOUR SHOES & HELMET!! We will be riding even if it is a light to moderate rain (as long as the temp is above 50 and there is no severe weather!) and morning temps could be chilly, so wind jacket, arm/leg warmers, full finger gloves, ear/head cover is recommended along with your regular gloves, jersey & shorts. Hopefully it will be sunny & warm, so don't forget sunscreen & sunglasses! Also, don"t forget your swimsuit for the hot tub & pool.

    *Breakfast will be at the hotel as previously stated and lunch will be on the road. Be sure to have cash for lunch/snacks on the road, as some of the c-stores don't take credit cards. Everyone should also have energy snacks with them while on the bike (gu/gel packs, clif bar, etc.) along with your two water bottles.
    We usually do evening meals as a group, but is not required. Keep in mind Coach Ertl's Thurs-Friday evening seminars @ 8:00pm when considering dinner plans.

    If you have any questions/concerns, please contact me or Coach Catron.

    LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT CAMP!! -Hammerman
    Back to top
    Reply to sender | Reply to group | Reply via web post
    Messages in this topic (3)
    2a.

    Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events

    Posted by: "meatia@..." mailto:meatia@...?Subject= Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events  eddywanabe

    Sat Apr 11, 2009 7:23 pm (PDT)



    I'll be at Starbuck's @ 1:00 (on my single) if anyone cares to join me. -Hammerman
    -------------- Original message from "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@mchsi.com>: --------------

    The weather looks great for Saturday...there are at least three training options for Saturday:

    1) "The Breakfast Ride": This a tempo ride from either Bike World West or the Waukee Trail Head to Redfield (for breakfast) and back. Ride is on the trail going to Redfield. Ride leaves Bike World West at 6:15A, or Waukee Trail Head at 6:45A.

    2) Rassy's Shootout: This is a race-pace ride from Des Moines to Winterset and back. Hilly and fast..recommended for stronger riders. Meet at Rasmussen Bike Shop - 301 Grand in West Des Moines. (Please park in the Tokens Family Fun Center lot)
    Ride starts at 7am. Course is an out and back to Winterset (Several hills) Race Pace.

    3) DMOS/RDMB Training Ride: Leave Starbucks at Noon and head to Minburn or points west. Minburn would be about 50 mile round trip. Those wanting a shorter ride can do the Granger loop, and those wanting a longer ride can head west of Minburn. This will be a tempo-paced ride, not slow, but not as fast as the Rassy's Shootout.

    For Sunday which is a holiday, we'll say 1 p.m. at Starbucks. However, many of us have family obligations that day, so don't plan on a big turnout (if any at all). That doesn't mean don't train on Sunday (there is the most convenient roller or trainer option), it just means that several of us will be working in the training around our family and other obligations for that day.

    Upcoming races and events:
    Arkansas Team Camp: Wed, April 15 thru Sun, April 19
    Elkhart TT #1: Thursday, April 16 http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/
    Mayor's Ride for Trails: Saturday, April 18 http://www.bikeiowa.com/asp/features/featuresdisplay.asp?ArticleID=944
    Eagle Point Crit (Dubuque): Sunday, April 19 https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2009-999
    Iowa City Road Race (Sat. April 25) and Iowa City Crit (Sat. April 26) http://www.oldcapcrit.com/
    Waterworks Park Race (Thurs, April 30): This is iffy...depends on the road condition

    Anyone not going to Arkansas should plan to do the Elkhart TT and Mayors Ride (to show the jersey/sponsors promotion). The Iowa City Road Race is probably the largest road race in Iowa, and the Old Capitol Crit is a race for those who good bike handling skills and the ability to corner at high speed. There will be many of us at the Iowa City Road Race...definitely a classic Iowa race! The Eagle Point Crit in Dubuque is about a 1-mile circuit in a park in Dubuque overlooking the Mississippi. As crits go, it is not overly technical...no 90 degree corners.. a couple tight curves and a sweeping curve or two. This would be a good first crit for someone wanting to do a crit (I've done Eagle Point a couple times).

    Ride Safe...

    Coach Randy

    Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
    cell: 515.480.7030
    Back to top
    Reply to sender | Reply to group | Reply via web post
    Messages in this topic (2)
    Recent Activity
      Visit Your Group
      Find helpful tips

      for Moderators

      on the Yahoo!

      Groups team blog.

      Yahoo! Groups

      w/ John McEnroe

      Join the All-Bran

      Day 10 Club.

      Yahoo! Groups

      Auto Enthusiast Zone

      Love cars? Check out the

      Auto Enthusiast Zone

      Need to Reply?

      Click one of the "Reply" links to respond to a specific message in the Daily Digest.

      Create New Topic | Visit Your Group on the Web

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (2)
      #346 From: David Ertl <cyclecoach@...>
      Date: Mon Apr 13, 2009 3:55 pm
      Subject: Arkansas Training Talks       		mastracr
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Arkansas Travelers

      I have offered to provide a couple of discussion sessions on Thursday and Friday evenings after dinner.  I went to a training camp when I was a junior (many moons ago) and they offered seminars in the evening so I thought I'd offer that as well to help augment our camp.  It would be a good idea to do some strething/massage during these seminars while you listen.
       
      On Thursday evening I will be discussing the tactics of racing, not so much how to do tactics as much as how to work on tactics in training.  Much of the discussion will be on the implications of drafting and how to use it to your advantage and how to train for it's effects.  One thing I see a lot of, especially in beginner racers or those who do primarily time trials, is they are often quickly dropped when the pace picks up.  We'll discuss how to train so that you can avoid getting dropped and stay with the pack.
       
      On Friday evening I will be discussing nutrition.  I'll give my philosophy of a healthy diet to consider for everyday purposes (don't worry, I won't foist my vegetarian diet on you) and then also discuss how to fuel before, during, and after training rides and races.
       
      Please be thinking of any questions you may have ahead of time and send them to me or ask me on our trip.


      David Ertl
      USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
      NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
      CycleCoach@...
      www.CyclesportCoaching.com
      515-689-1254



       
      From: meatia@...
      To: catronfamily@...; fit2row@...; nate.s.hicks@...; chris.cornelison@...; Fletch@...; spohlmeyer@...; Ryan_Wilcox71@...;
      Subject: Arkansas Part II
      Date: Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:17:13 +0000

      Arkansas Riders,
       
       First, sorry to announce that due to circumstances beyond their control, Michelle & Fritz will not be joining us, hopefully we'll see them next year! So new roommate for Ann - Becky and for Terry - Randy and myself - Vance.
       
       *Next, thank you to all that offered to drive and special thanks to those that are! The following is the list of drivers & their passengers;
       
      Allez Car; Becky, Vance, Jake & Theo
      Team Douglas Truck; Dave, Allissa, Lacey & Kale
      Tinkerbell Van; Julie, Ann, Ryan & Nate
      Dr P.B. Van; Bob, Nancy, Terry & Terry
      Coach Sunshine; Randy, Colan, Danny & David
      Hammer Van; Dave, Chris, Dan D & Jon
      Cindy & Barb will be driving their own vehicles separately due to their having to leave before the rest of us.
       
       *We will meet at 4:30 pm Wednesday at the Wynnsong Movie Theater in Johnston (same place as last year), it is across 86th street  from Starbuck's where we usually meet for weekend training rides. Park in the NW corner of the lot, load bikes, equipment and riders and hopefully be southbound by 5 pm. Plan on your evening meal before we leave, we won't be stopping for dinner inroute. Bring your own snack & drink for the drive down, there will be a gas/snack stop on the south side of K.C.
       
       *Please try to pack smart, small & light, space will be at a minimum for gear. Of main importance is your cycling gear/clothing. DON'T FORGET YOUR SHOES & HELMET!! We will be riding even if it is a light to moderate rain (as long as the temp is above 50 and there is no severe weather!) and morning temps could be chilly, so wind jacket, arm/leg warmers, full finger gloves, ear/head cover is recommended along with your regular gloves, jersey & shorts. Hopefully it will be sunny & warm, so don't forget sunscreen & sunglasses! Also, don"t forget your swimsuit for the hot tub & pool.
       
       *Breakfast will be at the hotel as previously stated and lunch will be on the road. Be sure to have cash for lunch/snacks on the road, as some of the c-stores don't take credit cards. Everyone should also have energy snacks with them while on the bike (gu/gel packs, clif bar, etc.) along with your two water bottles.
       We usually do evening meals as a group, but is not required. Keep in mind Coach Ertl's Thurs-Friday evening seminars @ 8:00pm when considering dinner plans.
       
      If you have any questions/concerns, please contact me or Coach Catron.
       
      LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT CAMP!! -Hammerman 

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (5)
      #345 From: meatia@...
      Date: Sun Apr 12, 2009 2:23 am
      Subject: Re: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events       		eddywanabe
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      I'll be at Starbuck's @ 1:00 (on my single) if anyone cares to join me. -Hammerman
      -------------- Original message from "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>: --------------

      The weather looks great for Saturday...there are at least three training options for Saturday:
       
      1) "The Breakfast Ride": This a tempo ride from either Bike World West or the Waukee Trail Head to Redfield (for breakfast) and back. Ride is on the trail going to Redfield. Ride leaves Bike World West at 6:15A, or Waukee Trail Head at 6:45A.
       
      2) Rassy's Shootout: This is a race-pace ride from Des Moines to Winterset and back. Hilly and fast..recommended for stronger riders. Meet at Rasmussen Bike Shop - 301 Grand in West Des Moines. (Please park in the Tokens Family Fun Center lot)
      Ride starts at 7am. Course is an out and back to Winterset (Several hills) Race Pace.
       
      3) DMOS/RDMB Training Ride: Leave Starbucks at Noon and head to Minburn or points west. Minburn would be about 50 mile round trip. Those wanting a shorter ride can do the Granger loop, and those wanting a longer ride can head west of Minburn. This will be a tempo-paced ride, not slow, but not as fast as the Rassy's Shootout.
       
      For Sunday which is a holiday, we'll say 1 p.m. at Starbucks. However, many of us have family obligations that day, so don't plan on a big turnout (if any at all). That doesn't mean don't train on Sunday (there is the most convenient roller or trainer option), it just means that several of us will be working in the training around our family and other obligations for that day.
       
      Upcoming races and events:
      Arkansas Team Camp: Wed, April 15 thru Sun, April 19
      Elkhart TT #1: Thursday, April 16  http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/
      Mayor's Ride for Trails: Saturday, April 18   http://www.bikeiowa.com/asp/features/featuresdisplay.asp?ArticleID=944
      Eagle Point Crit (Dubuque): Sunday, April 19  https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2009-999
      Iowa City Road Race (Sat. April 25) and Iowa City Crit (Sat. April 26) http://www.oldcapcrit.com/
      Waterworks Park Race (Thurs, April 30): This is iffy...depends on the road condition
       
      Anyone not going to Arkansas should plan to do the Elkhart TT and Mayors Ride (to show the jersey/sponsors promotion). The Iowa City Road Race is probably the largest road race in Iowa, and the Old Capitol Crit is a race for those who good bike handling skills and the ability to corner at high speed. There will be many of us at the Iowa City Road Race...definitely a classic Iowa race! The Eagle Point Crit in Dubuque is about a 1-mile circuit in a park in Dubuque overlooking the Mississippi. As crits go, it is not overly technical...no 90 degree corners.. a couple tight curves and a sweeping curve or two. This would be a good first crit for someone wanting to do a crit (I've done Eagle Point a couple times).
       
      Ride Safe...
       
      Coach Randy
       
      Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
      cell: 515.480.7030

       
       

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (3)
      #344 From: meatia@...
      Date: Sun Apr 12, 2009 2:17 am
      Subject: Arkansas Part II       		eddywanabe
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Arkansas Riders,
       
       First, sorry to announce that due to circumstances beyond their control, Michelle & Fritz will not be joining us, hopefully we'll see them next year! So new roommate for Ann - Becky and for Terry - Randy and myself - Vance.
       
       *Next, thank you to all that offered to drive and special thanks to those that are! The following is the list of drivers & their passengers;
       
      Allez Car; Becky, Vance, Jake & Theo
      Team Douglas Truck; Dave, Allissa, Lacey & Kale
      Tinkerbell Van; Julie, Ann, Ryan & Nate
      Dr P.B. Van; Bob, Nancy, Terry & Terry
      Coach Sunshine; Randy, Colan, Danny & David
      Hammer Van; Dave, Chris, Dan D & Jon
      Cindy & Barb will be driving their own vehicles separately due to their having to leave before the rest of us.
       
       *We will meet at 4:30 pm Wednesday at the Wynnsong Movie Theater in Johnston (same place as last year), it is across 86th street  from Starbuck's where we usually meet for weekend training rides. Park in the NW corner of the lot, load bikes, equipment and riders and hopefully be southbound by 5 pm. Plan on your evening meal before we leave, we won't be stopping for dinner inroute. Bring your own snack & drink for the drive down, there will be a gas/snack stop on the south side of K.C.
       
       *Please try to pack smart, small & light, space will be at a minimum for gear. Of main importance is your cycling gear/clothing. DON'T FORGET YOUR SHOES & HELMET!! We will be riding even if it is a light to moderate rain (as long as the temp is above 50 and there is no severe weather!) and morning temps could be chilly, so wind jacket, arm/leg warmers, full finger gloves, ear/head cover is recommended along with your regular gloves, jersey & shorts. Hopefully it will be sunny & warm, so don't forget sunscreen & sunglasses! Also, don"t forget your swimsuit for the hot tub & pool.
       
       *Breakfast will be at the hotel as previously stated and lunch will be on the road. Be sure to have cash for lunch/snacks on the road, as some of the c-stores don't take credit cards. Everyone should also have energy snacks with them while on the bike (gu/gel packs, clif bar, etc.) along with your two water bottles.
       We usually do evening meals as a group, but is not required. Keep in mind Coach Ertl's Thurs-Friday evening seminars @ 8:00pm when considering dinner plans.
       
      If you have any questions/concerns, please contact me or Coach Catron.
       
      LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT CAMP!! -Hammerman 

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (5)
      #343 From: "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>
      Date: Fri Apr 10, 2009 12:40 am
      Subject: Training this weekend and upcoming races and events       		randycatron
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      The weather looks great for Saturday...there are at least three training options for Saturday:
       
      1) "The Breakfast Ride": This a tempo ride from either Bike World West or the Waukee Trail Head to Redfield (for breakfast) and back. Ride is on the trail going to Redfield. Ride leaves Bike World West at 6:15A, or Waukee Trail Head at 6:45A.
       
      2) Rassy's Shootout: This is a race-pace ride from Des Moines to Winterset and back. Hilly and fast..recommended for stronger riders. Meet at Rasmussen Bike Shop - 301 Grand in West Des Moines. (Please park in the Tokens Family Fun Center lot)
      Ride starts at 7am. Course is an out and back to Winterset (Several hills) Race Pace.
       
      3) DMOS/RDMB Training Ride: Leave Starbucks at Noon and head to Minburn or points west. Minburn would be about 50 mile round trip. Those wanting a shorter ride can do the Granger loop, and those wanting a longer ride can head west of Minburn. This will be a tempo-paced ride, not slow, but not as fast as the Rassy's Shootout.
       
      For Sunday which is a holiday, we'll say 1 p.m. at Starbucks. However, many of us have family obligations that day, so don't plan on a big turnout (if any at all). That doesn't mean don't train on Sunday (there is the most convenient roller or trainer option), it just means that several of us will be working in the training around our family and other obligations for that day.
       
      Upcoming races and events:
      Arkansas Team Camp: Wed, April 15 thru Sun, April 19
      Elkhart TT #1: Thursday, April 16  http://elkhartttseries.blogspot.com/
      Mayor's Ride for Trails: Saturday, April 18   http://www.bikeiowa.com/asp/features/featuresdisplay.asp?ArticleID=944
      Eagle Point Crit (Dubuque): Sunday, April 19  https://www.usacycling.org/events/getflyer.php?permit=2009-999
      Iowa City Road Race (Sat. April 25) and Iowa City Crit (Sat. April 26) http://www.oldcapcrit.com/
      Waterworks Park Race (Thurs, April 30): This is iffy...depends on the road condition
       
      Anyone not going to Arkansas should plan to do the Elkhart TT and Mayors Ride (to show the jersey/sponsors promotion). The Iowa City Road Race is probably the largest road race in Iowa, and the Old Capitol Crit is a race for those who good bike handling skills and the ability to corner at high speed. There will be many of us at the Iowa City Road Race...definitely a classic Iowa race! The Eagle Point Crit in Dubuque is about a 1-mile circuit in a park in Dubuque overlooking the Mississippi. As crits go, it is not overly technical...no 90 degree corners.. a couple tight curves and a sweeping curve or two. This would be a good first crit for someone wanting to do a crit (I've done Eagle Point a couple times).
       
      Ride Safe...
       
      Coach Randy
       
      Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
      cell: 515.480.7030

       
       

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (3)
      #342 From: "CycleCoach" <cyclecoach@...>
      Date: Sun Apr 5, 2009 1:13 pm
      Subject: Tuesday Training       		mastracr
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      From now on our DMOS/RDMB training rides on Tuesdays will be help at the Sycamore Access in Johnston.  We won't necessarily be sending out notices about this on a weekly basis, just plan on it happening each week.     We will plan to leave at 5:30 PM.  We will typically offer a road ride option and an option to train within Saylorville Park.  If the weather is really bad and you don't know if we will ride, assume we will unless it's pouring or thunderstorming.   If the weather is bad, you can plan on a light turnout.  You may choose to train indoors instead.
       
      Also, check out my newly redesigned website:   www.CyclesportCoaching.com

      David Ertl
      (515) 689-1254
      USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
      NSCA Personal Trainer
      CycleCoach@...
      www.CyclesportCoaching.com

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (4)
      #341 From: meatia@...
      Date: Fri Apr 3, 2009 8:32 pm
      Subject: Arkansas       		eddywanabe
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Arkansas Riders,
       Here is the contact information for the hotel-
       
      Clarion Inn
      1255 S Shiloh Drive
      Fayetteville, AR 72701
      479-521-1166
      800-223-7275
       
      The following is the rooming list-
      Room #1  - Julie Clark & Cindy DuBois
      Room #2  - Dave, Alissa & Lacey Douglas
      Room #3  - Bob & Nancy Peterson
      Room #4  - Jake Leih & Theo Loo
      Room #5  - Nathan Hicks & Ryan Wilcox
      Room #6  - Becky & Vance Fletcher
      Room #7  - Michelle Pohlmeyer & Ann Shuman
      Room #8  - Colin Arnold & David Ertl
      Room #9  - Terry Grapentine & Danny Kruzic
      Room #10 - Kale Halder & Jon Meyer
      Room #11 - Chris Cornelison & Dan Davis
      Room #12 - Fritz Craiger & Terry Hardy
      Room #13 - Randy Catron & Dave Hammer
       
       The room rate is $79+tax  per night and includes the "all you care to eat" hot breakfast buffet. You will not be disappointed with this breakfast! Plenty for all tastes!
       *You & your roommate are responsible for full payment on the room. I suggest that one of you pay for the first two nights & the other pay for the second two, simple.
       
       *New for this year, Coach Ertl will be presenting two training seminars on Thursday & Friday evening. They will include question and answer opportunities so you'll be sure to want to attend these informative seminars!! Tentative start times will be after dinner @ 8:00pm in one of the hotel meeting rooms.
       
      *Please have your bike tuned before the trip. If you have Shimano STI shifters and have used the same inner wire shift cables for 2 full seasons or more, I suggest that you have them replaced as preventive maintenance as their design leads to the ends breaking off without warning, leaving one without the ability to shift! Not good in the Ozarks.
       Check your brake cables for any signs of wear/fraying and that your brake pads are more than half of their original thickness.
       *The Ozark hill's will be steeper and longer than any you'll find in central IA, so I suggest that you set up your gearing accordingly. Younger, lighter riders can probably get away with a low gear combo of  39t x 25T. Older, not as light riders such as myself, I recommend a minimum 39t x 27t gear combo, otherwise you will spend a fair amount of out of the saddle climbing, leading to very tired/sore legs! If you have questions/concerns regarding your bikes gearing, give me a call.
       Your tires should be in good shape. Everyone is expected to carry at least one tube, patch kit and pump/CO2 with them. 
       Everyone should carry two water bottles, preferably the larger volume bottles, filled with an electrolyte/carb replacement fluid.
       Also, check your pedal cleats, especially plastic/nylon ones as they wear down from walking and with age, become brittle leading to cracks & failure. Check and make sure the mounting bolts are secure.
       *You'll want to perform the previous suggestions as soon as possible so that you can get some break in miles on the road and make any additional adjustments before the weekend.
       You DO NOT want to be trying out any new "contact point" items for the weekend. Use only tried & true shoes, shorts, saddle, helmet & gloves in good condition. It is best that these items be broke-in on shorter local training rides until your body becomes conditioned to these new contact points, or you may be nursing a sore/injured "something or other" alone in your hotel room!
       
       *I will send out another e-mail over the weekend concerning meeting time, place and car pooling logistics and clothing suggestions.
       Until then, let's keep doing our best to get in the miles and have our bikes tuned!!
       
      Ride On -Hammerman

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (5)
      #340 From: "Randy Catron" <catronfamily@...>
      Date: Thu Apr 2, 2009 11:21 pm
      Subject: Training April 4/5       		randycatron
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Hi Team,
       
      The weather this weekend in Iowa does not look great. Saturday looks slightly better than Sunday, but there are significant rain chances both days. So, let's hope the weather front stalls or moves!
       
      For Saturday, lets meet at Starbucks on 86th Street at NOON. This is an hour earlier than normal...it will increase our odds of getting in miles before the rain may come.
       
      On Sunday, if it is not raining or about to rain, meet at Starbucks at 1 P.M.
       
      For those of you who want better odds of not riding in the rain, or getting rained out, there is a 200K brevet in Kansas City on Saturday morning (7A start time). The forecast for KC on Saturday is partly sunny, windy, and high around 70. Distance from Urbandale to the brevet start is about 200 miles (about 3 hours drive time). If anyone is going to this brevet and wants to coordinate with other team members, just put  a message out to the team list.
       
      Let's hope this weather breaks! It has to soon.
       
      Coach Randy
       
      Randy Catron, USA Cycling Elite Coach - NSCA/CSCS
      cell: 515.480.7030

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (5)
      #339 From: "CycleCoach" <cyclecoach@...>
      Date: Thu Apr 2, 2009 3:33 pm
      Subject: Livestrong Event April 11       		mastracr
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Please note this Livestrong event on April 11 at the Iowa Chops

      David Ertl
      (515) 689-1254
      USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
      NSCA Personal Trainer
      CycleCoach@...
      www.CyclesportCoaching.com

       



       
       



      UNITE AGAINST CANCER AT  www.livestrongdesmoines.org


      Dave, spread the word if you can on this, we are hoping for our
      biggest turnout yet, more than 10,000.


      Thanks for the help and support,

      Bill


       


      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (4)
      #338 From: "CycleCoach" <cyclecoach@...>
      Date: Wed Apr 1, 2009 10:40 pm
      Subject: Be ready for the season - get your physical       		mastracr
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Team

      Just a reminder that as we are getting into spring and the ensuing ramp up in your training miles and intensity, this is a good time to get your annual physical.  Whatever your age or health, I highly recommend that you get an annual physical.   You put your body through a lot of stress training so be sure to tell your doctor that.  Don't just tell him/her that you exercise.  Be sure to say that you push yourself to close to your maximum heart at times and make sure your doctor is aware of that and is comfortable with you doing so.  Most insurance programs cover an annual physical.  Be sure to take advantage of it.  Don't just assume you are healthy.  Get a second opinion.
       
      If you don't have a primary care physician, our Team Physician is Marc Molis, MD MolisMA@... Clinic 515.276.3406.  You might give him a call.  He's familiar with what we do as bike racers.

      Thanks for doing this.

      David Ertl
      (515) 689-1254
      USA Cycling Level 1 Coach
      NSCA Personal Trainer
      CycleCoach@...
      www.CyclesportCoaching.com

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
      #337 From: "Jeff Mertz" <jeffmertz@...>
      Date: Tue Mar 31, 2009 4:03 pm
      Subject: Wednesday Night Helpers Needed       		waukeejeff
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      Wednesday Night is Ladies Night Out at Bikeworld at the new store at 6600 Douglas.
       
      If you want to check out some new wheels, there are TREK demo Rides from 4-7 and then a Women's Gala from 7-9.
       
      We would like to have a couple representatives of the team there to help out.  Bring a Jersey, they have a mannequin (ladyquin) to put it on, and talk about the race team and show off the jersey.  Joe B has some Green Days Flyers to hand out, and he can possibly bring them tonight if I got this email to him in time....
       
      The event is detailed on the flyer that is attached, ladies only...so it would be great to have some of the Lady DMOS RDMB crew there.
       
      Please let me know if you are available to help out.
       
      Thanks
       
      WOODY
       
       
       
       
       
      Jeff Mertz

      Studio 37, l.l.c.
      Waukee, IA 50263
      (515) 710-3163

      Visit us at www.studio37design.com

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (1)
      #336 From: Zierke@...
      Date: Tue Mar 31, 2009 12:50 am
      Subject: Re: RE: Kent Park       		jazc1965
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
        
      How did you do?  At which point did you wonder about your sanity?  Did
you make your goal?  Are you walking down stairs backward?  When I get
home I'll forward Mike Bender's phone number to you...he does active
release massage...hurts like hell but it works!  You won't want to see
him until Monday...your muscles are too trashed this week!

Tink

PS  I'm still working on Brian regarding the table...doesn't help that
our other house down the street hasn't sold...or the townhouse in
Hawaii...

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (7)
      #335 From: Jeff Mertz <jeffmertz@...>
      Date: Thu Mar 26, 2009 4:22 pm
      Subject: RE: Kent Park       		waukeejeff
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
       
      On Saturday morning I am running a marathon in KC. Forecast is 32 degees and a rain snow mix...if I can run...you can ride! No backing out now!
      Good luck to all the Kent Park racers, I will be thinking about you all! I will not be there, but I will be there in spirit cheering on the crew in orange! I will be wearing the orange jacket too!

      WOOD

      From: Chris Cornelison <chris.cornelison@...>
      Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2009 10:00 AM
      To: Cycle Coach <cyclecoach@...>; Oliver Howes <oliver.howes@...>; Tanner Launderville <laundervillet@...>; Theo Loo <theoloo55@...>; Sok Leng Loo <sokleng_tan@...>; Jon Chartier <jchartie@...>; Jessica Rowe <mjrowe@...>; Rozalyn Boyer <Rozalyn@...>; Eddie Loo <eddieloo@...>; ALISSA2 <alissa@...>; Andy McCann <andy.mccann@...>; Ann Shuman <ASHUMAN@...>; Barb Scholz <ooopudge@...>; Becky Fletcher <bfletcher@...>; wwhardin <wwhardin@...>; Bill Throckmorton <tbilly_2002@...>; BOB PETERSON <DRAFTMAN@...>; Brett Barber <BBARBER@...>; Brian Clark <tri2bbc@...>; geo4cin <geo4cin@...>; Colan Arnold <carnold@...>; Dan Davis <davisdj@...>; Dan Kruzic <dkruzic@...>; LOUISA117196 <LOUISA117@...>; Dave Douglas <dave.douglas@...>; DMCC Race Team <dmccraceteam@yahoogroups.com>; Forrest <flridgway@...>; Fritz Craiger <cdwarehousedm@...>; Greg Pankrukhin <kulampumpe@...>; James Thacker <jthacker@...>; Jeff Mertz <jeffmertz@...>; Jennifer Filipiak <iggypupp@...>; Jesse Gerlits <GERLITS.JESSE@...>; Joe Bechen <tjbechen@...>; Jake and John Leih <ratcat50125@...>; Jon Meyer <cannondalebiker@...>; Julie Zierke <zierke@...>; Kale Halder <halder.kale@...>; Kristen Boyer <kmboyer12@...>; michellepohlmeyer <michelle.pohlmeyer@...>; PATRICK OBRYAN <patrickobryanlaw@...>; Paul Black <PBLACKLEO@...>; perry leysens <perry@...>; Rick Woten <riwoten@...>; Russ Seaton <rfseaton@...>; Ryan Wilcox <Ryan_Wilcox71@...>; steverv <steverv@...>; Steve Givens <STEVE_GIVENS@...>; spohlmeyer <spohlmeyer@...>; Vance Fletcher <Fletch@...>; Wilson Tarbox <Wilson_Tarbox@...>; Randy Reindl <Randy.Reindl@...>; Terry Thompson <tathom@...>; Nathan Hicks <nate.s.hicks@...>; Nancy Leysens <nancy.leysens@...>; John Shaw <jpsbikes@...>; Richard Sherrod <richbooob@...>; Brian Swain <BRYANSWAIN24@...>; Kelly Welsh-Wingate <kwelshw@...>; Sandy Dunivan <sandrajd@...>; Terry Hardy <fit2row@...>; Stan Boyer <srboyer@...>; Dana Loo <Danajoy_Loo@...>; Rory Loo <rory_loo@...>; Andy Bach <andrewjbach@...>; Brad Bach <bach.brad@...>; Lisa Launderville <launville7@...>; catronfamily <catronfamily@...>; Dave Hammer <MeatIA@...>
      Subject: Kent Park

      To all that are registered for Kent Park,

      I'm just wondering how many are still planning on going given the weather outlook.  Looks like it will be about 32 degrees at race start.

      If your going, are you driving from Des Moines in the morning?

      Thanks,
      Chris

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (7)
      #334 From: Zierke@...
      Date: Mon Mar 30, 2009 6:12 pm
      Subject: Re: Arkansas       		jazc1965
      Offline Offline
      Send Email Send Email
        
      OK kids!  I'm ready to ride!  Hammer and Barb are in charge of the WX
since they have parents that live nearby...and we all love to play the
blame game!

Now for the logistics, I can drive--FAST!  My fully equipped minivan
will hold up to 7 energetic, chatty DMOS riders!  Although the van is
another year older, the same rules apply from last year:  no sticky
juice boxes, food fights, slugging contests, Chinese Fire Drills, or
unbuckling your seat belts (which also means you are NOT allowed to
play musical chairs while the engine is running!).  Chocolate is fine
as
long as you share with others (especially the driver) but please
refrain from smearing it on the seats or ceiling.  I still have 3
separate video screens and
6 head phones.  However you will NOT be allowed to bring your porn
flicks (one of you wanted to bring your collection last year--won't
mention any names)!

We will not get lost at any point during our travels because "Bitchin'
Betty" is still my chief navigator...although sometimes she has a mind
of her own....at which point my co-pilot Blondie takes over.

One more thing....since I am a control freak (imagine that), I do not
appreciate backseat drivers so if you are one of those, I WILL NOT
hesitate to use blindfolds and duct tape--just ask the swim team kids
in my carpool!

The number of bikes and cargo that my van will hold depends upon
whether Woody is willing to pack the van and whether Blondie brings her
kitchen sink along with ALL her worldly possessions!

Tink

PS   BONUS POINTS and PRIZES will be awarded to anyone who protects me
from the dogs!

      Reply | Forward | Messages in this Topic (7)
      Messages 334 - 363 of 584   Newest  |  < Newer  |  Older >  |  Oldest
      Message #
      Search:
      Advanced
      Add to My Yahoo!      XML What's This?
      Copyright © 2009 Yahoo! Inc. All rights reserved.
      Privacy Policy - Terms of Service - Guidelines - Help