Source: US Cycling Coaching Assn newsletter

The US Paralympic Committee is looking for a pilot to replace Katie
Compton on the tandem. If you (or an athlete you coach) meets the
following criteria, please contact Craig Griffin at
cgriffin@... for more information.

Eligibility
• Must be female, a US Citizen and a USAC racing license holder and
18 years of old (by Aug 15, 2007)
• Must be able to attend the designated training camps and races
• Cannot have raced for a UCI registered team or the US National Team
since August 15, 2004)

Physiological/Performance Traits
• LT power or 20 minute power of 250W (or 4 W//kg)
• 5 min power > 320W
• 1 min power >510 W
• Sub 4 min Standing 3K pursuit
• Sub 39 sec standing 500m TT
The coaching staff will consider athletes who have some, if not all,
of the traits.

Benefits
• Designated training and competition expenses
• Annual Coaching/Training Program
• Physiological testing
• Performance Incentive Program
• Chance to represent the USA

Skills
• Proficient pack and bike handling skills
• Track, but not essential

Upcoming Activities
 Training Camp (San Diego ) April 4-14
 Racing (Montreal) April 26-May 4
 Road Nationals (Denver) June 15-17
 Training Camp (Colorado Springs) June 17-29
 Track Nationals (Colorado Springs) June 30-July 3
 Training Camp (Colorado Springs) Aug 1-17
 World Championships (France) Aug 18-29 ( World's is the
first selection event for 2008 Paralympic Games)