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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 05/13/2012
20:43
Tenacious Ladies of Tuesday
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MTB ride, Tuesday (5/15), Swanson, 6:00 p.m. All levels welcome!

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 05/06/2012
17:06
Tenacious Ladies of Tuesday
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MTB RIDE: Tuesday, May 8th, 6:00 p.m. @ Jewell! All levels are welcome!

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/30/2012
11:49
Tenacious Ladies of Tuesday
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TLT takes on HeyDay on MayDay! (5/1) Come on out and support new transporation initiatives! See you there! [www.facebook.com]

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/22/2012
18:26
Tenacious Ladies of Tuesday
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MTB RIDE: Tuesday night, 4/24, 6 pm @ Swanson! All levels are welcome!

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/21/2012
09:31
Greenstreet Velo Sunday rides: new starting time beginning May 6th
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Hey riders, Just FYI. We will start our weekly Sunday rides earlier beginning in May. Until May rolls around, we will continue to meet at 1030 AM at Blue Line Coffee downtown, near Greenstreet Cycles and TD Ameritrade Park, for an 11 AM departure. Starting on May 6th, we will meet at 900 AM at Blue Line, with a roll-out at 930 AM. This ride is totally open to any/all road bikers in the metro area. Spread the word! No drop ride of about 30-40 miles. Come on down. El Guapo

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/20/2012
22:27
Sunday 4/22/12 Gravel ride
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Hey folks,

Gravel ride, about 50 miles, self supported, start and finish is at my house 4107 N. 105th st., Park in the lot just to south by the Club house, rolling by 7:30.

Here is the course map: [connect.garmin.com]

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/16/2012
20:52
TENACIOUS LADIES OF TUESDAY
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MTB ride on 4/17/12 @ Tranquility, 6:00 p.m. All levels are welcome!

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/06/2012
07:28
Saturday Road Ride from Aksarben Village
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We haven't done this route yet this season. Definitely my favorite route to get to Blair. Be warned there is a small section of gravel connecting two paved bits so plan your tire selection carefully. I see a ton of people training on way too nice of wheels, just sayin'. And by plan carefully I don't mean ride a CX tire, I'll be on 23c Bontrager RXL Hardcases, but there is a possibility of a half mile or so of fresh white rock.
What: Road ride, race pace at times
Where: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
When: Saturday, 10AM roll out, come early for coffee
How Long: 70ish miles
How Fast: 15-17 to start, steadily increasing to 20-25 after half distance. Pace will be really hot from Blair to Ft. Calhoun, we'll regroup in Ft. Calhoun at mile 35

The Route: Blair-N. Omaha-Ft. Calhoun
The Weather: Northwest wind, gusting to 25. Starting temp in mid 50's peaking out around 65
Additional Routes: The second half of the ride back up to Ft. Calhoun adds the last 20 miles, take it if you want some extra miles and climbing, leave it if you don't.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/05/2012
12:01
The Trek Bicycle Store Ladies Ride
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What: The Trek Bicycle Store Ladies Ride

Where: Trek Bicycle Store Omaha (Midtown)
When: Mondays
Time: 6:00 PM ride - We'll talk group ride etiquette and tactics. Each week we'll try to focus on a new topic, which we'll practice during the ride.
Route/Mileage: TBD - We'll change it up everyweek based on what the group wants to do.
Ride time will be 90 - 120mins. All levels are encouraged to join. This will be a moderately paced ride focusing on the development of group riding techniques.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 04/04/2012
21:21
Easter Sunday ride is on!
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Cycling enthusiasts,

There WILL BE a Easter Sunday Greenstreet Velo Club ride. Starts at 11 AM from Blue Line coffee. Come early and sip some java. The route will be decided by ride leader Bentley Swan. No drop ride, only requirements are a helmet, road/cross bike and a good attitude. See ya Sunday!

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17:46
TENACIOUS LADIES OF TUESDAY
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Calling all ladies! MTB ride on 4/10/12 @ Tranquility, 6:00 p.m. All levels are welcome.

MKD

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13:46
Greenstreet Velo ride this Sunday (Easter) cancelled
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Hello riders,

Due to Easter Sunday and the inherent family activities, we will cancel the scheduled Sunday, April 8th, Greenstreet Velo Club community ride.

We will be back in action on Sunday, April 15th. Note: that is also the date of the Twin Bing bike race, so some peeps will be attending that.

Happy Easter!

El Guapo

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/26/2012
20:49
It's Time! - WNW
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There is a good chance of rain tonight, you are welcome to ride in the rain but we will not have an official ride in the rain, although we may try to do a rain date for Thursday the 5th.
That's right, the Wednesday Worlds are returning to Trek Midtown this week March 28th starting at 5:30 p.m. (for the first few weeks until sunset allows us to move it back to the normal 6:00 p.m. start).

Please remember all the normal rules in terms of parking (be courteous to store customers), having proper equipment to change a flat (Bryan ain't sharing),if your new please speak up we'll be happy to go over the route and share rules of the road. Also, be prepared this is an aggressive group ride there will be attacks and more attacks, we'll regroup within reason but you need to know your way home. PLEASE OBEY ALL TRAFFIC SIGNS, LIGHTS ETC (NO STOP SIGN SPRINTS PLEASE).

Ride Specifics:
Tempo: average speeds of 20-23 mph
Regroup: We may regroup on Hwy 36 and 72nd street but not for long, we will stop to refuel in Ft. Calhoun.
What: Paved road ride with rolling hills and a couple of long climbs.
Where: Trek Omaha - Midtown
When: 5:30 Until Mid April, then 6:00
How Long: 46ish miles
Group: Race level, echelons and pace line,
Helmets and proper cycling clothing required, please do not show up without a shirt, while we are all very impressed, nobody wants to see your awesome farmers tan.

There will be a recreational ride starting in a few weeks or when Frank Sr. is good and ready. Post any questions in the comments section here.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/20/2012
08:12
Officially, Wednesday Night Worlds won't start for ...
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Officially, Wednesday Night Worlds won't start for another week.

Unofficially, it's still going to be nice tomorrow (probably). So yeah, we should ride. Leave the Midtown Trek Store at 5:30 (yes, it's early) and head to Fort Calhoun. We might need to make it just a quick out-and-back.

That's the plan. Be there and ready to leave at 5:30. We'll go as fast as our pasty, early March legs will allow.

If it's rainy, do whatever you like. If that means fenders and riding, go for it. If it means staying in, do that.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/15/2012
20:57
Saturday Road Ride
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Road Bikes, probably 4-5 hours, mellow pace on the way out, not so much on the way back.
Let's do something different this week, we'll meet at Jones Bros at 9:30, 9:00 for coffee, the group
will travel South to Tabor, IA., over to Imogene, Emerson, Malvern, Silver City and home. If you need to
cut it short we can probably work out some bailout options.

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09:10
A must read for all road cyclists
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I know most of you are probably sick of me bitching about unorganized group rides that blow up 10 miles out of town. I find it hard sometimes though to put my frustrations into words. Luckily there are great articles like this...

The Lost Art of the Group Ride

I struggle to keep our rides under control so that we can initiate those with young legs. Take a couple minutes of your day and give this a read. It will put cycling with a group in perspective and hopefully make our group rides more enjoyable for everyone.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/13/2012
06:12
Officially unofficial WNW
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Officially, Wednesday Night Worlds won't start for a couple more weeks.

Unofficially, it's going to be 80 degrees tomorrow. So yeah, we should ride. Leave the Midtown Trek Store at 5:30 (yes, it's early) and head to Fort Calhoun. We might need to make it just a quick out-and-back.

That's the plan. Be there and ready to leave at 5:30. We'll go as fast as our pasty, early March legs will allow.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/10/2012
19:14
Sunday road
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NOAA says rain mostly in the afternoon Sind out of the south meet at jones 9:30 going somewhere south60-70 miles all welcomed 15-17 mph average hit me up if you have questions come early if you want coffee

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/09/2012
20:27
Sunday Greenstreet Velo Rides
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Hey Omaha bikers,

Greenstreet Velo Club (nee: Velo Veloce) is ready to fire up our Sunday morning road rides again, starting Sunday, April 1st. I'm not fooling!

We'll follow the same format as last year. Until the weather moderates a little bit more, we will start the ride at 11 AM from the Blue Line Coffee downtown on 14th Street, near Greenstreet Cycles and TD Ameritrade baseball park.

For those of you coffee addicts, meet early at Blue Line for a pre-ride caffiene fix. The ride course will be determined by wind direction at the discretion of the ride leader. We'll have an A and B group, with a sweeper riding at the tail end with those who want to cruise at a lower pace. We'll pick a half-way spot to reconvene.

Rides will be somewhere between 25 and 40 miles, taking about 2 to 3 hours. If it is raining or snowing, just come on down to Blue Line anyway and we'll surf ebay for cycling goodies and chug coffee.

Only requirements are helmets and a good attitude. The ride is open to everyone! Please come and join in the fun!

Send any questions to pduryea at cox dot net or call Jono at Greenstreet Cycles.

El Guapo Supreme

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07:05
Saturday Road Ride March 10th
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Last weekend was probably about as good of a ride as we've ever had. Good tempo out of town. Consistent formation and rotation. Then we lit it up on the way home and got some high end in. Let's do it again!
What: Road ride, race pace at times
Where: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
When: Saturday, 10AM roll out, come early for coffee
How Long: 85 miles
How Fast: 15-17 to start, steadily increasing to 20-25 after half distance

The Route: Glenwood/Plattesmouth/Louisville
The Weather: Stiff Southwest wind, starting temp in mid 40's peaking out around 60
Additional Routes: Tons of escape routes. ~40 miles Bellevue Toll Bridge, ~60 miles Pacific Junction, ~70 miles Plattesmouth

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/08/2012
22:27
Jackrabbit Half-a-Hundy, Sunday, March 11
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What: 54 mile gravel ride on the 1st and 4th quarters of the Jackrabbit Hundy Race Course
When: Sunday, March 11, 2012, 8am
Where: Pedal from Bennington Lake, parking near Pawnee Road (map)
Pace: 12-15 MPH
Route: Map

I've never ridden this area before, so I'm not totally sure what to expect with conditions, pace, and availability of convenience stores. Plan to bring all the food and water that you need for the ride, plus supplies to fix a flat. All are welcome, and there are always opportunities for regrouping, but be sure to know your escape routes and have a backup plan if you decide to pull the plug.

EDIT: Fred reminds us that the Spring time change is this weekend. That means that Sunday at 8am will feel like 7am. "Spring forward!"

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 03/02/2012
12:13
Sunday Morning Road Ride March 4th
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We had good group last week even though the wind was difficult at times. I'm back to full power so let's get on it!

What: Road ride, race pace at times
Where: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
When: Sunday, 10:30AM roll out, come early for coffee
How Long: 75 miles
How Fast: 15-17 to start, steadily increasing to 20-25 after half distance

The Route: Arlington / Blair / Ft. Calhoun
The Weather: Stiff Northwest wind, 40 degrees at start with a high near 50
Additional Routes: Out and back to/from Bennington ~30 miles...out and back to/from Elk City ~ 42 miles...

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 02/25/2012
11:15
Sunday, Feb 26th, 1 PM Road Ride
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Hey gang,

Some of the Greenstreet gang are meeting at the Scooter's on the north side of town for a 1 PM Sunday road ride. Prolly around 40 miles at a fairly good clip.

The Scooters is where the Cubby gas station is, at the intersection of 48th street, Hwy 36 and Hwy 75, near I 680 exit.

Just FYI....we'll start our "official" Greenstreet Velo Club rides, open to everyone, starting the 1st Sunday in April. The rides will initially start at 11 AM until the temperatures moderate, then we will move the start time to 930 AM. Start from the Blue Line Coffee downtown near Greenstreet and TD Ameritrade baseball stadium.

El Guapo
aka Pete

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09:01
Group ride season is here, don't be left behind! madone 6.9 for sale.
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This is a 2010 Trek Madone 6.9 with full SRAM Red, with Bontrager XXX Lite Bars and Stem, comes with Bontrager Race XL Wheels (not the Aeolus shown in photo). The bike is very clean with no visible cosmetic flaws. It looks brand new.$2900' Email me for more info gshimonek@aol.com

Size is 56.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 02/24/2012
09:57
Sunday Iowa Gravel Ride
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What: Gravel ride from Council Bluffs to Glenwood and back
Where: Near Pioneer Trail and Traceview Loop. You may park on the side of the road where the Wabash Trace crosses Traceview Loop (see route map)
When: Sunday, 2/26/2012, 10:00 AM roll out
How Long: 40 miles
How Fast: relaxed, maybe 12-15 MPH average

The Route: Traceview to Glenwood, back via Pony Creek
The Weather: Winds from the west 10-20MPH, high low-to-mid 50s (forecast as of Friday morning)

I might be riding out from downtown Omaha, if anyone's interested in some extra miles.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 02/23/2012
15:22
Sunday Road Ride
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First thing a couple notes on how I see things going down. I realize everyone is somewhat on their own training program. But what I'd like to avoid are people riding too hard, too early at the front of the group, basically blowing our group ride to bits.
The plan...keep the ride together until we make the turn for home (half way-ish), from that point it's game on. If you want to ride harder earlier on, sit up and drift off the back of the group and chase back up. But please do not go to the front and drill it. It's easier to ride hard in the first 20% of a ride than the last 20% of a ride. And the last time I checked, the race is won at the end, not the beginning.
We'll play the distance by ear, lots of escape routes as noted below. I'm not sure if I've got a hundy in my legs, especially since I'm on a cleanse. Later start too so we can hopefully catch the finish of Kuurne-Bruxelles-Kuurne
What: Road ride through Glenwood and Louisville
Where: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
When: Sunday, 10:30AM roll out, come early for coffee (not me, see cleanse)
How Long: 60-100 miles
How Fast: 17-19 to start, steadily increasing

The Route: Glenwood-Louisville 100
The Weather: Stiff Southwest wind all day, temps as of Thursday afternoon will be close to 50. Shorts and heaps of embro? Maybe.
Escape Routes: Lots of escape routes for those not doing the full pull. You can head for home from Pacific Junction, Plattesmouth or Louisville to tweak the mileage more to your liking.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 02/19/2012
20:34
Worth repeating. Notice handle bar positions. No rider 40' in front of the group.
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Basic skills

A few basic skills are needed in order to successfully ride with any group. You must be capable of riding a straight line, controlling your speed, anticipating possible problems and watching the road ahead of you. At the same time, be alert for activity in your peripheral vision.

Hold your line -- If you have watched a professional cycling race, you know that every rider needs to "hold a line." This means that cyclists need to be capable of riding a line parallel with the edge of the road.

Practice this skill by riding 12 to 24 inches to the right of the white shoulder line while trying to keep parallel with that line.

The slipstream -- Some group rides practice staying together as one large mass—more or less—with little movement among the group.

Other group rides incorporate pace lines—or some version thereof—into their sessions. In its most basic form, a pace line occurs when one rider pulls a line of other riders behind them. Each person follows the rider in front of them by staying within a few inches to a few feet of their leader's rear wheel. This area of least wind resistance is known as a slipstream.

Staying in the lead rider's slipstream is called drafting. Riders that are in the draft position save upwards of 30 percent of energy compared to the lead rider. If you've ever had a chance to draft, you know that riding 20 miles per hour is significantly easier when you're following rather than leading. The difference is even more pronounced in a head wind.

Control your speed -- The lead rider in a pace line can stay at the front for just a few seconds or for several minutes. When you join a group that is rotating the lead position and it is time for you to lead, resist pouring on the gas to show everyone how strong you are. A pace line is happiest when the pace is steady. Fast accelerations or jerky braking motions disrupt the line and can cause a crash.

Keep eyes and ears open -- The first person in the group can see clear road. Thus, they need to point out road hazards—as do the rest of the people in the line. Pointing out hazards and verbal communication skills are important. For this reason, do not use headphones in a group riding situation.

When you are following someone, avoid getting a visual fixation on their rear wheel. Look several feet ahead, keeping the distance between your front wheel and the rider ahead of you in your peripheral vision. Watch for road hazards as well as motion to either side of the pace line.

Maintain the pedaling motion of the other riders in your peripheral vision. Watch for sudden changes in cadence—this usually signals some sort of problem.

Anticipate problems -- If you are riding in windy conditions or it is a hilly course, anticipate changes in the group or peloton. When the peloton changes directions, sometimes the weaker riders are no longer sheltered from the wind and they fall off the pace. The same is true for a hilly course. Riders that can usually stay with the group on flat roads can fall off the pace on a hill.

Get accustomed to watching for signs that a rider is struggling. This includes having difficulty finding the right gear, breathing like a steam engine or constantly looking over their shoulder.

You don't want to be stuck behind a struggling rider if you are feeling strong. Pay attention to the signals so you can maneuver yourself into a good position.

Another good article:
http://www.active.com/cycling/Articles/10_Rules_to_Group_Ride_Like_a_Pro.htm

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 02/16/2012
21:54
Gravel to Glenood, Sunday, Feb. 19
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What: Gravel ride to Glenwood and back, about 60 miles
When: Sunday, February 19, 12:00
Where: Meet at Wabash Trace Trailhead Park, Council Bluffs
Bikes: Cyclocross bikes recommended
Pace: Relaxed. If you mash it Saturday, this may be your recovery ride.
Route: See the embedded map. We may ride all or parts of the designated legs.

View Glenwood, Wabash and Gravel - 58 miles in a larger map

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 02/11/2012
12:15
Sunday Gravel
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Temps look a lot better tommorow
Meet at Blueline Downtown at 12 PM
Gravel to Gleenwood 3-4 hours or so
sound good okay.... see you there....

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/28/2012
12:18
50 mile Riverfront, Iowa and Keystone Ride
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What: 50 miles of mixed path and road riding with a couple of miles of Wabash Trace crushed limestone surface
When: Sunday, Jan. 29, 2011, 10am rollout (come earlier for coffee)
Where: Meet at Blue Line Coffee, 749 N 14th, St
Pace: 15-18 MPH, with plenty of opportunities for regrouping if the pace picks up or slows down
Bikes: Any bike should be fine. All are welcome
Route: View the map here at MapMyRide

This is a perfect opportunity to buy your Wabash Trace passes for the year. I'll be bringing a check and a SASE for the dropbox.

We'll be crossing the Bellevue Toll Bridge, so bring some cash for that. Please bring food, water, and your flat fixing tools.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/23/2012
09:55
Rules addendum
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Just to clarify couple of things
Helmets are required on all the ride posted here. You want to ride without a helmet... that's cool just do it on your time where I don't see you. It's not cool and gives us bad name.
Riding single file or two abreast should be practiced
This is for safety of your fellow cyclist but also the drivers.
No they are not trying to get you... You are in the middle of the road...
See you all next weekend.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/20/2012
19:30
Saturday Gravel
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Where: Blue Line Coffee (downtown)
Time: 10:30-coffee, 11AM-ride (hoping it warms up by this time, hence the late start time)
What: Iowa Gravel Roads
Time: 3 hours
Pace: Medium (soft pedaling)

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15:31
Sunday January Century aka Hundy
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With the winter weather being fickle and possibilitiy of crapptastic weather. Here the deal
Still meet at Jones Bros at 9:00 am rollout 9:30 am
Bring your Cx bikes opposed to road bikes.
We will determine the route based on the weather conditions.
The milage will most likely not be century.
Spread the word....

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/14/2012
19:58
Another sunday ride
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Jones bros
1100 rollout
Road bikes
Glen wood bound
Bring money for toll @ blvd bridge

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16:37
Sunday ride from Countryside Village, January 15
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We will be riding from the Starbucks at Countryside Village at 87th and Pacific at 130 pm. 35 to 40 on the road, easy pace (15-18 mph).

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/13/2012
14:30
Honey creek Gravel
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Saturday January 14th...
Start: Blue line downtown
Time: 9:30 am coffee 10:00 roll out
About 55-60 miles of Loess hills gravel...
CX-bikes
Pace about 15MPH
All are welcomed
The routes are based on last years honey creek loops.
Exact route might vary...
See you all there...

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11:14
Sunday Gravel
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Hey all, if you are wanting to hit some early season gravel check out Nebraska Gravel Grinders on Facebook. We are having our first ride this Sunday at 8am. Directions are HERE for the start and route map. We will build up to longer distances.

If you don't have Facebook then here is the skinny:

Gravel ride with a bit of pavement
Meet @ 8am, Sunday 1/15/12 @ Cherry Bean Coffee rolling by 8:30am at the latest
Here is a MAP to the route. About 44 miles
Pace will probably be around 12-15 average.

Hope to see you on the gravel.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/06/2012
15:50
Saturday Group Ride -Beebee Town - Mo Valley
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Meeting at Blueline Coffee Downtown at 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning for coffee
rolling at 10:00 a.m.

Doing the Beebee Town - Missouri Valley Loop

Road Bikes / Easy to Moderate to Pace (Base 1/2)

Be prepared, bring a tube, food, water etc..

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08:33
Another Sunday Ride
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When: Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
Where: Jones Bros., Aksarben Village
What: Road ride, 3 hours or so.
Route: TBD.
Pace: Moderate with some spicy bits, probably.

We'll roll at 10:30. Arrive earlier if you want some coffee or something.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 01/05/2012
07:40
Easy Winter Pavement and Gravel Ride - Sun., Jan. 8
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When: Sunday, January 8. 9:00am meetup, 9:30 rollout

Where: Delice European Bakery, Midtown Crossing at 3201 Farnam St.

Route: Urban, bike path, suburban, residential, then gravel to the Platte River near Louisville. More bike path on the way back. [ Link to tentative route map ]

Distance: About 50 miles. Many options to cut the ride short and peel off, if you're interested.

Pace: Probably about 15-17 MPH. Easy, relaxed, and designed to ward off the winter blues.

Bikes: Cross or gravelworthy road bikes. Heck, even a moutain bike or hybrid if that's what you like.

Optional RSVP at this Facebook event page.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/28/2011
15:19
New Year's Eve Ride
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When: Saturday, 9:30am coffee/10:00am roll out

Where: Blue Line Coffee - downtown
Route: Missouri Valley via Beebeetown*
Distance: 70-75 miles
Pace Steady 16-20mph - mellow
Bikes: Road bikes
*Route may change based on wind direction/mph

Rafal you can thank me later for posting

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/25/2011
14:52
No one work monday ride
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Since majority of people have a day off Monday why not ride.Meet at jones cupcakes 9:30 meetup 9:45 rollout About 50 miles winds are out of the south route to be determined 16-19 average

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/23/2011
13:21
Post-Festivus Christmas Eve Ride
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When: Saturday, 9 a.m.Where: Jones Bros., Aksarben VillageRoute: Trek Store WNW route — Fort Calhoun and backDistance: 50 miles or soPace: Steady 16-20 mph. Nothing too crazy.
Come out and get your ride on, then go gorge on Santa's tasty foods.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/19/2011
11:10
Badgers Badgers Badgers Badgers
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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/17/2011
19:26
Iowa Road Bike Loop Sunday 12/18
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When: Sunday
What: road bikes
Meet: Blue Line Coffee, downtown (749 North 14th Street)
Coffee: 11:30 AM
Rollout: 11:45 AM
Riding Time: 2.5 hours, maybe a little longer.
Route: Iowa loop TBD
Pace: low intensity. Avg Pace 16mph

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/16/2011
13:47
Tag along part 2
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Saturday December 17th.Gravel from US-370 and 72nd st. Meet at 9:00 right to the flying J and back. Their ride is about 26 miles total. If you would like to add to this I would be more than game. Make it about 3 hours 45-50 miles. Plan on longer ride. if you want to turn around at the flying J go ahead.All are welcomed

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 12/09/2011
09:33
Tag along
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Saturday December 10th/.
Trek Store Papio has been doing these for couple of weeks. Gravel from US-370 and 72nd st. Meet at 7:30 right to the flying J and back. Their ride is about 26 miles total. If you would like to add to this I would be more than game. Make it about 3 hours 45-50 miles.
I know it's early but then you can have whole day to yourself.
See you there...
All are welcome. Pace will be 14-15 mph

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 11/08/2011
21:00
Stolen Cross Bike
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Stolen Bike:
Trek 2010 XO2 cross bike, size 56, black/white/red with race Xlite rims, Fango tires, and Zebra Terry saddle. Taken from Union Pacific, 1400 Douglas Street on November 8. Please keep an eye out. If you have any information please e-mail me lkleager@gmail.com.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 11/01/2011
15:42
Velo/Greenstreet ride: DOA
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Yo, road bike geeks,

Press release. The Velo/Greenstreet ride is hereby DOA....Delayed Officially till April.
While we might still unofficially meet at Blue Line coffee on Sunday AMs at 9, then ride at 0930, the OFFICIAL ride is toast starting November.

We had a great first season for the ride. Thanks to all who participated! See you in April!

El Guapo Supreme

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/29/2011
06:15
Trek Omaha Twilight Cyclocross Series
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Come watch or race under the lights at the upcoming Trek Omaha Twilight Cyclocross Series. Just when you thought you could make alternate Wednesday night plans...twilight cyclocross continues for 2011 with the addition of two races in Omaha! The Trek Midwest Twilight Series will pick up where the Flatwater Twilight Series in Lincoln left off.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/25/2011
13:11
MIDTOWN CX SKILLS PRACTICE + NIGHT RIDE
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WHEN: Tuesday, 10/25/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming)DETAILS:today (10/25)

TBD depending on who is in attendance

NOTE: IF YOU WANT TO JOIN US FOR A MIDTOWN RIDE AFTER PRACTICE PLEASE BRING LIGHTS

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10:29
Velo Veloce Sunday ride for October 30th
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Hey peeps,

We are back to our normal launch location and time for this Sunday's ride, October 30th. Let's meet at Blue Line on 14th street, near Greenstreet, at 9 AM, suck down some java, then head out for a 30 to 40 miles jaunt through the countryside. Weather should be brisk early, then warming:

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 40.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 62.

Thanks to everyone who showed up for our Adopt-a-Highway litter pickup last Sunday, followed by the Elkhorn charity bike ride. Fun!

See ya Sunday! El Guapo Supreme

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/21/2011
15:54
Sunday Velo Ride: Location Change for Start
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Hi bikers,

The weekly Sunday Velo ride for Sunday, October 23rd, will change its starting point for this week. Instead of meeting at Blue Line Coffee/Greenstreet Cycles, we will meet at the intersection of Hwy 36 and 72nd street on the north edge of town. Our Adopt-a-Highway litter pickup will commmence at 9 AM. After we police our stretch of highway, we will then ride from the gas station at this intersection, starting roughly at 10 AM.

Hope to see you there!

El Guapo

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/18/2011
15:00
Saturday Gravel (Mills county)
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Saturday appears to be perfect day for some gravel riding. I was thinking of heading south to Glenwood via gravel roads. Yes you can ride some wicket hills of apple wood road and hit up pony creek scenic road.
The plan
Some Lincoln guys will meet me at my house around 9 am
Everyone else meet at BK bridge 9.30 am
Duration: 3-4 hours.
Distance 70 miles plus
Stops: Glenwood
Bring a $1 for toll bridge.
All are welcome...

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12:07
MIDTOWN CX SKILLS PRACTICE + NIGHT RIDE
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For those of you who are not heading down to Lincoln for the CX clinic at Van Dorn Park, I'll be around for our usual Tuesday night practice.
WHEN: Tuesday, 10/18/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS:today (10/18)

mounts/dismounts

cornering

starts

NOTE: IF YOU WANT TO JOIN US FOR A MIDTOWN RIDE AFTER PRACTICE PLEASE BRING LIGHTS

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/12/2011
15:47
MTB TNR for Oct 13: Taco Ride!
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Hey folks, something different this week. Time to enjoy cool fall temps and a near full moon on the taco ride! Also, the crazy crowds should be much more subdued this time of year.

Meet at the Wabash Trace trailhead parking lot at 6pm, rollout at 6:15. Enjoy some mediocre tacos and good refreshments, then roll home. See you there! Headlights, taillights, and helmet strongly recommended! MTB, CX, or road bike with good tires... all will work.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/11/2011
14:04
MIDTOWN CX SKILLS PRACTICE
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WHEN: Tuesday, 10/11/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS:today (10/11)

mounts/dismounts

cornering

starts

( Please note this is meant to supplement (rather than supplant) the existing Wednesday night CX practice)

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/07/2011
15:07
Saturday Morning Road Ride
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When: Saturday Morning
What: road bikes
Meet: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
Coffee: 7:30 AM
Rollout: 8:00 AM
Riding Time: 3 hours, maybe a little longer.
Route: Southerly, TBD
Pace: 18+ MPH avg. Expect a few spirited sections, otherwise tempo group ride

If weather threatens, I'll post an update here. Otherwise, plan on coffee at 7:30 and riding at 8AM

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/05/2011
17:05
MTB TNR for Oct 6: Ride Platte with Lights!
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Thursday night ride for Oct 6 is at Platte River State Park, meet at the Wild Turkey cabins! Bring lights! Meet 6pm, rollout 6:10pm, for at least two laps then food to follow.
Text me if you're in: [402-415-9071]

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 10/04/2011
08:19
MIDTOWN CX SKILLS PRACTICE
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NOTE: I will most likely not be in attendance tonight due to injuries sustained this weekend. I encourage you all to meet at Greenstreet at the usual time and carry on with practice as usual
WHEN: Tuesday,10/4/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS:TBD

( Please note this is meant to supplement (rather than supplant) the existing Wednesday night CX practice)

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/30/2011
21:13
Wabash Trace Crank and Camp
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What: Bike ride from Omaha/Council Bluffs south on the Wabash Trace. Options for a same-day return, an overnight camp-out, bed & breakfast, or hotel. Total mileage could range from 90 miles to 150 miles.

When: Saturday-Sunday, October 22-23, 2011

Where: Omaha/Council Bluffs to Blanchard and back. That's a few feet away from Missouri, y'all!

Who: Anyone who wants to have fun on a local bike tour

Why: If you have to ask, you probably don't want to come

How: Load up your bike with whatever supplies you need and pedal and eat until you get there. We will have limited space to pack gear in Kim's car.

Help: Add your name to the RSVP on Facebook and help get word out about the ride. The more, the merrier.

Notes

Mike and Bob did this ride a few years ago. Mike says that they paid for camping spots at the bar in Coin. You can read about Mike's adventure here. Learn from his experience. There's a lot of good info there.

Below are some camping and lodging options taken from the Internet. I haven't checked on availability of any of these. At this point, you're on your own for booking a campsite or a hotel.

I haven't decided yet if I want to camp or take a room somewhere. Regardless, Kim has agreed to drive gear down in her car and meet up with us.

Even if you don't want to stay overnight, you could do this as an out and back with a lunch in Shenandoah. You could also choose to start the ride, or meet at the Wabash Trace trailhead, ride a while, and turn back. The point is that we should get out for a fun fall ride.

Here's a map showing the ride from midtown Omaha to Blanchard near the Missouri border.

Please use the comments below to start talking about plans. We can formalize who can carry what and who might want to camp versus take lodging, etc.

Camping Options

Sportsmans Park [website] [map]
Contact: Shenandoah Information Center at the Depot Deli
Shenandoah, IA
Phone: 402-246-4444

Pioneer Park [map]
8 miles east of Shenandoah on Hwy 2
Shenandoah, IA
Phone: 712-542-3864

Contact: Coin City Clerk [website]
Coin, IA
712-583-3523

Lodging options

Hotels

Days Inn [website] [map]
108 N. Fremont St.
Shenandoah, IA
Phone: 712-246-5733

Fiftyniner Motel and Campgrounds (or 59er) [map]
1004 S. Fremont St. (not 100% sure of address)
Shenandoah, IA
Phone: 712-246-2925

Bed & Breakfast

The Blanchard Guest House

Blanchard, IA
Phone: 712-583-3275

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/27/2011
12:03
Velo/Greenstreet Sunday, October 2nd ride
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Hey peeps,

Due to our club hosting the Omaha Cyclocross Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, this Sunday's Velo/Greenstreet ride will be cancelled. Instead, consider coming down and racing or watching at Swanson Park in Bellevue, at about 30th and Cornhusker. Bring your cowbells and lawn chairs. Should be a great day. Playground equipment nearby for entertaining rugrats.

El Guapo Supreme
(no, this is not a Taco Bell menu option)

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09:46
MIDTOWN CX SKILLS PRACTICE
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WHEN: Tuesday, 9/27/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS:today (9/27)

mounts/dismounts

riding sand pits

shouldering

off camber remounts

( Please note this is meant to supplement (rather than supplant) the existing Wednesday night CX practice)

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/25/2011
10:15
Sunday Road Ride
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What: Road Bikes
When: Sunday, 11:30 AM
Where: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
How far: 3 hours, maybe a little longer.
Route: TBD
Pace: 18-20mph average

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/21/2011
20:43
Tnr: mtb ride sept 22
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TNR at lewis & clark, thursday, meet 6pm, roll out shortly thereafter. Bring lights fora bonus lap. @pedaljunky will help find food after.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/19/2011
15:24
midtown CX skills practice
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NOTE: I will be unable to attend practice this week due to work obligations HOWEVER Dave Randleman has indicated that he will be there to get things rolling.

Meet at Greenstreet Cycles Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/13/2011
08:39
midtown CX skills practice
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WHEN: Tuesday, 9/13/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS: today (9/13)

mounts & dismounts over barriers

downhill dismounts

shouldering

off camber remounts

( Please note this is meant to supplement (rather than supplant) the existing Wednesday night CX practice)

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/09/2011
15:52
Saturday morning ride
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What: Road ride
When: Saturday, 7:30 a.m
Where: Jones Bros. Cupcakes, Aksarben Village
How far: Gonna be a good 4-5 hours, maybe longer.
Route: Somewhere in Iowa, via the Loess Hills
Pace: 18-20mph average

We'll determine the route and turnaround as we go, or depending upon who or how many we have.

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/06/2011
21:51
New Time: Weds Night Trek Store Group Ride
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The Wednesday Night Trek Store Group Ride is going back to the 5:30PM start time.

The route will remain the same.

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07:42
midtown CX skills practice
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WHEN: Tuesday, 9/6/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS: This is a beginner oriented practice. We will focus on simple skills (e.g. dismounts, re-mounts) for the first 3-4 practices and then build from there. Everyone is welcome!
( Please note this is meant to supplement (rather than supplant) the existing Wednesday night CX practice)

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 09/03/2011
11:43
Velo/Greenstreet ride! Load up!
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Last week's Tour de Offutt!

Roadies,

We are on for tomorrow. 9 AM meet at Blue Line for a morning jolt of caffiene, then saddle up on your sled. Rumors that the Kerrey Bridge may be reopened. We may journey over to Council-tucky and disappear in the steep hills north of CB for the morning. This ride open to all roadies. Be there or BxB (B squared). Go 'skers!
El Guapo Supreme

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 08/29/2011
10:45
midtown CX skills practice
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WHEN: Tuesday, 8/30/11 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: We will meet at Greenstreet Cycles and then roll to the park @ 6:00 p.m. If you are running late we will head to Walnut Hill park (N 38th st and Hamilton) or Bemis park (just off of Cuming).WHY? to give all who are interested an opportunity to learn and practice CX related skills
DETAILS: This is a beginner oriented practice. We will focus on simple skills (e.g. dismounts, re-mounts) for the first 3-4 practices and then build from there. Everyone is welcome!
( Please note this is meant to supplement (rather than supplant) the existing Wednesday night CX practice)

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Nebraska blogs (US-NE), 08/24/2011
15:09
Velo/Greenstreet ride back to normal start time this Sunday, August 28th
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Hey Gang,

Just FYI. The Velo/Greenstreet ride is back to its normal routine after changing start time last Sunday to accomodate the Corporate Cycling Challenge. So, we'll meet at 9 AM Sunday, August 28th, at Blue Line Coffee downtown next to Greenstreet. We'll launch at 9:30 AM on a 35-50 mile ride. Should be a fine day with a forecast of around 70 when we leave. Bring sunscreen and a pleasant demeanor! Open to all road bikers so don't be shy. Guapo out!

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11:05
Bacon Ride, Sunday, August 28
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Bacon Ride Sunday, August 28, 7am, leaving from Jones Bros. Cupcakes in Aksarben Village. Plan for 65-75 miles of mixed blacktop and gravel. With Gravel Worlds out of the way, the pace will be relaxed, even for me. As always, the group is free to break up into faster/slower groups. Bring about $11 for breakfast buffet at Platte River State Park.

The route will be similar to this: Bacon Ride Route

There are only a few more Bacon Ride opportunities left this year, so be sure to ride one if you haven't yet.

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