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News: 24 Hours of Rome MTB Race

As the old saying goes, “When in Rome, build in a day.” I’m pretty sure that’s the saying. I’m not sure what it means, mind you, but the organizers of the 24 Hours of Rome mountain bike race might have some idea. They’re holding a 24 hour relay in the Parco degli Acquedotti, or as …

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Cat 6 Racing: Mountain Bike Style

With spring in the air and many of us having recently completed the “30 Days of Biking Challenge,” you may be finding yourself racking up cycling miles in (gasp) non-mountain biking ways. Bike commuting to work is one way I try to put in more time in the saddle, and it gives me a reason …

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Race Report: Rumble at 18 Road (aka the Damp Disaster in the Desert)

I picked a bad time to start racing.  After all, I’m getting a little long in the tooth for this sort of thing.  This August marks my half-century point.  Why would I take up such an activity now? Actually, this wasn’t my first race.  I entered my first race at age 39.  Of course, I …

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The Salida Shredders: Salida High School Mountain Bike Team 2013 Season Review

Introducing the Salida Shredders!   Shredding singletrack with big smiles and driven hearts is the essence of the Salida High School Mountain Bike Team. From serious racers to recreational riders who like to ride their bikes and hang out with friends, there is a place for every rider and personality on the Salida Shredders. Kids …

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Reflections on a Season of NICA Racing, Part II

Having covered the administrative details of NICA racing in part one, I will now give a quick blurb on each of the races and share what I think were the most intriguing observations of our season of fast dirt. Race 1: YMCA of the Rockies Granby Ranch, Granby, CO We were quite excited as we …

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