Fitzy wrote this instead of riding his bike. He mumbled something about a
Blog, ID, Other Races, Races, Teton Valley, ID, WYDAHO Rendezvous. Wednesday, August 15, 2012
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People ask me all the time (literally, all the time), “so are you doing much racing this Summer?” To which I usually answer, “No, I don’t really race… just ride for fun.” Of course this statement is mostly true. But those of you who know me well would say this statement is BS when it comes to cross and the occasional downhill race. But compared to most “racers”, I really don’t race.
So if that’s the case, why was I so worked up over the 1st Annual Targhee Super D race during the Wydaho Rendezvous Mountain Bike Festival? Maybe it was the fact that I fancy myself a bit of an all arounder on the bike with a leg up on the downhills. Maybe it’s because I have a downhill race background so this form of DH lite is appealing. Maybe it’s because my Pivot Mach 429 is the best bike I’ve ever owned and is perfectly suited for this race. Or maybe it’s because I bet fellow shop owner Aaron Grutzmacher of the Hub Bicycles that I would be his shop mechanic for a day if I lost to him!
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Sarah wrote this instead of riding his bike. He mumbled something about a
Blog, Moose Cross, Other Races, Teton Valley, ID, WYDAHO Rendezvous. Monday, July 16, 2012
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Fitzgerald’s Bicycles Team Member Wes Hamilton just completed the first half of his season racing lots of crits. While he took a breather before launching into the rest of his race season, Wes took a few minutes to talk about hot laps on Victor’s cross course, how he got hooked on the Scott Addict CX and why the joker keeps him going:
SKH: When did you join the team?
WH: This is my first year with the team. I rode a bit with the team last year during the cross season, but this is my first official year.
SKH: Why did you join Fitzgerald’s Team?
WH: I got to know the team mainly from their support at the cross races. It didn’t seem to really matter if you were tearing it up, or brand new to the sport, they gave mad props to everyone. I made a decision then and there that if the opportunity came up, that was the only team I wanted to ride with. Everyone, regardless of their level, is supported by this team and that is the vibe that keeps us all going. (more…)
Sarah wrote this instead of riding his bike. He mumbled something about a
Blog, Events, Other Races, Races, Teton Valley, ID, Trail Conditions, WYDAHO Rendezvous. Wednesday, July 11, 2012
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New to the Wydaho Rendezvous Mountain Bike Festival this year is the Targhee Super D Race scheduled for Sunday, July 29th. With 12.5 miles and 4700 vertical feet, the Super D Race is certain to be a favorite event for Wydaho for years to come. Fitzy took to the course one Saturday this summer to scout out all the lines, get the down low on bike and tire selection and have a bit of fun. Andy at Grand Targhee and Dana Ramos posted up a Google Map with the entire course.
Scott swears he shared all of his impressions and given his best advice, but I guess we will all just have to race the Super D to find out ourselves if he held anything back for himself. Here’s his pre-race ride report: (more…)
Andy wrote this instead of riding his bike. He mumbled something about a
Other Races, Races, Teton Valley, ID. Friday, August 12, 2011
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Hey Riders, So another session of self abuse at Pierre’s Hole this past Saturday. Tons of fun. A great turn out from the locals and others from all over the planet. And maybe a few from nearby planets? A leisurely start at 10:15 for the 50 milers. It was warm, dry and never got above 75 degrees. Perfect race conditions as the weeks rains made the course tacky. Some new trail( still a bit bumpy) but good to mix it up.
I had ridden some of the course last Wednesday and Mill Creek specifically was scary with a water runnel right down the middle of the trail. Thanks to Troy Barry and his crew for making it much more rid able.
The race was fun - though seemed to hurt more than usual. As the 40+ champ for the last two years, I had a lot to live up to…….or not. I knew going in there was some stiff competition this year. A lot of strong contenders not from here.
I had a good start, I had an awesome first decent of Mill creek. I hammered the road up to Bustle Creek decent. I was amazed how many I passed. at one point, like 15at once? The usually long hump up Dry Creek (really painful) and out into Ricks kind of by myself. Start/Finish and off for the second lap. Now the pain increasing. Even better descent down Mill Creek ( as there was no one in front of me) and another good road climb. An OK descent to the Dry Creek #2. Now the pain really begins. I was passed by a few not in my class, and maybe one in the 40 +? I did not care, I kept pushing forward, but not fast enough. Finally the top and slowly into Ricks again. Now I was home. 8 miles to go. Then I began to Cramp. The inner thighs. Damn I hate that. I popped my last 3 Ecaps and moved on. It helped for a while, but a mile from the end I started to cramp agian. Damn. Then I saw some dude, a 100 miler on his last lap and asked him if he had Ecaps? He looked, actually stopped in the middle of his race and found none. I found one last shot of my Egooo and I guess there was enough lytes in it to save me. I finished. Yeah. With no good training except racing, I felt good about my race. I had record time and ended up 4th in the 40+ and a podium as they went 5 deep!! Not bad for this fat out of shape geezer.
Just happy for another clean race, no crashes, no bonks, no flats and no mechanicals.
Oh, and congrats to all my buddies for there podiums. I think just about everyone got a spot.
Cheers, DS
Andy wrote this instead of riding his bike. He mumbled something about a
Blog, Community Events, Events, Teton Valley, ID, WYDAHO Rendezvous. Wednesday, July 20, 2011
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You definitely don’t wont to miss out on this great event now in it’s second year! Naturally, we’re coming to play too - in none other than the Bike Shenanigans! What are Bike Shenanigans? Hint: think bikes, mallets and blood.
FRIDAY, July 22
9am Registration opens at the Hub in Driggs
1pm Registration opens at Grand Targhee Resort
Bike demos up and running
Advanced group ride - Red Creek
2pm Intermediate group ride - Aspen Trail
3pm Beginner group ride - Lower Mail Cabin
5:30pm Registration opens in Victor
6pm Friday night party opens at Grand Teton Brewing in Victor with music from The Outfit, food vendors, raffles, bike shenanigans, a trials riding “teaser” show and BEER
10pm Party shuts down (you need to sleep to ride, right?)
SATURDAY, July 23
8am Registration opens at the Hub in Driggs and at Grand Targhee Resort
8:30am Downhill race registration opens at Grand Targhee Resort
9am Beginner (Sheep’s Bridge), intermediate (Mill Creek), advanced (S. Fork Horseshoe to Mahogany), and DH group rides
9:30am DH race training runs start
10am Beginner RipStoke clinic in Driggs (pre-registration is ideal)
10:45am DH race starts at Grand Targhee Resort
12pm Beginner group ride - Tetonia Rail Trail
2pm Beginner (Sheep’s Bridge), intermediate (Horseshoe Loops), women’s (Horseshoe Loops) and DH group rides
Intermediate RipStoke clinic in Victor (pre-registration is ideal)
4pm DH race awards at Grand Targhee Resort
5pm Saturday night party opens in Driggs with food vendors, raffles, auctions, bike shenanigans and more beer
7pm RipStoke trials riding show, followed by music by The Salamanders
10pm Party shuts down in Driggs
SUNDAY, July 24
7am Registration opens at Grand Targhee Resort
5-hour XC race begins at Grand Targhee Resort
8am Registration opens at the Hub in Driggs
10am Beginner (Trail Creek Trail), Advanced (Red Creek), and DH group rides
Intermediate RipStoke clinic at Grand Targhee Resort
1pm Advanced RipStoke clinic at Grand Targhee Resort
2pm Beginner (Sheep’s Bridge) and intermediate (Rick’s Basin) group rides
3pm XC race awards at Grand Targhee Resort
3:30pm RipStoke trials riding show at Grand Targhee Resort
BBQ starts at Grand Targhee Resort
4pm Live music at Grand Targhee Resort with the Jet Black Ninja Funkgrass Unit
6pm Party over….see you next time!!!
And registration for the whole shebang is RIGHT HERE….
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Blog, Community Events, Teton Valley, ID. Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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From our friends at Victor Velo:
Victor Velo’s primary activities to date have been the construction of the Victor Bike Park and the organization and promotion of cyclocross racing throughout the fall in Pioneer Park. Our future plans include improving the bike park and growing our premier cyclocross race, Moose Cross.
Throughout the months of July and August we will have volunteer work nights at the Victor Bike Park from 6 - 9pm. The first work night is Wednesday, July 13th. Bring gloves and we will supply the tools.
In addition to shaping the dirt jumps, we have lots of rock raking and weeding to do as well.
If you own a Skid-steer or a Bobcat, feel free to bring it and we will put it to good use!
About Victor Velo
Victor Velo is an Idaho Non-Profit based in Victor, ID.
MISSION STATEMENT
Victor Velo exists to promote healthy lifestyles and economic development in Victor, ID by providing diverse cycling opportunities.
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Blog, Community Events, Teton Valley, ID. Thursday, June 9, 2011
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1st Trail Day this Saturday
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Dear Members and Friends of Teton Valley Trails and Pathways,
Our First Volunteer Trail Day of 2011 is here!
Please join us this Saturday, June 11th, for our first volunteer trail day of the summer. We will be working hard to complete a new trail just east of Victor. We think this will be a great addition to the south end of the valley and a trail that can be used by all levels of bikers, hikers, runners, etc. This is a designated non-motorized trail, approved by the USDA Forest Service in 2002.
When: Meet at the Driggs Forest Service Office at 9am.*
*If you live in Victor, or are coming from IF or Jackson you can join us at the trail head at 9:20.
**We will hold our raffle at the Trail Head so everyone has a chance to win some Tram Bars, Mountain Khaki Pants, and Free Coffee from the Sundog Cafe**
The trail head is located directly across the street from Mike Harris east of Victor on highway 33.
You can park on the North side of the Hwy 33 or in the Mike Harris parking area and walk over to the trail head.
We will be working on the trail until around 4pm. Please remember to bring gloves, water, lunch, sunscreen, hat, and clothes for rainy weather. We recommend long pants and long sleeve shirts and sandals or open toed shoes are not allowed while working on the trail. The forest service will supply all the tools and safety instructions prior to going out on the trail.
Our end of day thank you party will be held at Grand Teton Brewing in Victor starting right after the trail work ends. TVTAP is sponsoring the food and Grand Teton Brewing is supplying free beer to all volunteers!
Don’t forget that if you want the Upgrade from Grand Targhee you have to attend all three days and there are no make ups.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call: 208.201.1622
Tim Adams
Executive Director
TVTAP
Please Join us on Facebook!
I Volunteer Trail Work Day
Saturday, June 11, 2011 – Trail Creek Trail, Victor
Help us finish off this great addition to the South end of Teton Valley. Volunteers meet at 9am at the Forest Service office in Driggs. This is an all day event for all ages. Come on out and help us jump start the project! The day will culminate with a Thank You party at Grand Teton Brewing with dinner, drinks, beer from Grand Teton Brewing, and raffle prizes. No cost. Please bring water, gloves, sunscreen, lunch, rain jacket and a desire to get down in the dirt!
Annual Membership Meeting
Thursday, June 23, 2011 6:00pm - Alpine Wines, Main Street Driggs
Come by and talk to Board Members and the TVTAP Staff about our current and future projects. This is also an opportunity to share with us your desires for trails and pathways in the community and ask questions regarding the organization. We hope you join us for a casual evening of wine, snacks and engaging conversations.
II Volunteer Trail Work Day
Saturday, July 9, 2011 - Mahogany
Help maintain and restore the great trail resources in Teton Valley by participating in a trail work day. Volunteers meet at 9am at the Forest Service office in Driggs. This is an all day event for all ages. The day will culminate with a Thank You party at Habitat in Driggs with dinner, drinks, beer, and raffle prizes. No cost. Please bring water, gloves, sunscreen, lunch, rain jacket and a desire to get down in the dirt!
Grand Teton Brewing Non-Profit Pint Night with TVTAP, VARD, FTR, and TRLT
Wednesday July 13, 5pm
Come out to Grand Teton Brewing to have a fun night of beer, games, great conversations, and support four valley non-profits at the same time. GTB will match a portion of all beer sales for the day and evening and all four non-profits will equally share in the funds raised. The funds will be given to the Tin Cup and will go towards those matching funds.
Tin Cup Challenge
Saturday, July 16, 2011 – Driggs City Park
This is the culmination of the Tin Cup Challenge fundraising drive.
WYDAHO Rendezvous, TVTAP Mountain Bike Festival
Friday July 22 – Sunday July 24, 2011 – Teton Valley
Teton Valley’s official dedicated Mountain Bike Festival. The weekend will play host to a variety of rides throughout the valley, demonstrations at the bike parks, bike demos, Down Hill and XC races at Grand Targhee, manufacturer booths, bike shop representation, evening gatherings, youth events, and much, much, more. Visit www.tetonmountainbikefest.tvtap.org/ or www.tvtap.org for more details.
Targhee Hill Climb
Saturday, July 23, 9:00am - Peaked Sports www.peakedsports.com
The 16th Annual Grand Targhee Hill Climb! Registration and information available at Peaked Sports in Driggs. Race day registration 8:30am to 9:30am at Peaked Sports. The race starts at Peaked Sports and climbs the hill to Grand Targhee Resort for a total of 12 miles and 2200 vertical feet. There will be an awards party, raffle, picnic, and beer from Grand Teton Brewing at Peaked at 1pm following the race. Proceeds from this event support TVTAP
Pierre’s Hole 50/100 Mountain Bike Race
Saturday, August 6, 2011 - Grand Targhee Resort www.ph100.org
Staging for the race is from Grand Targhee Resort, where there is ample lodging and necessary amenities available for racers. The Pierre’s Hole 100 consists of a 25-mile loop, each lap features over 4600 feet of climbing on mostly single and double-track trails. Racers may register for the 50 miler (2 laps) or the 100 miler (4 laps). The village at GTR will be full of pre and post party events, including a band after the awards. A portion of the proceeds will go to support TVTAP.
III Volunteer Trail Work Day
Saturday, August 20, 2011 – Mill Creek
Help maintain and restore the great trail resources in Teton Valley by participating in a trail work day. Volunteers meet at 9am at the Forest Service office in Driggs. This is an all day event for all ages. The day will culminate with a Thank You party at Peaked Sports with dinner, drinks, beer from Snake River Brewing and raffle prizes. No cost. Please bring water, gloves, sunscreen, lunch, rain jacket and a desire to get down in the dirt!
Annual TVTAP Horseshoe Challenge Running Race
Saturday, September 17, 2011 – Horseshoe Canyon
This is truly a spectacular running race on some of the most beautiful trails in Teton Valley. The race takes place at South Horseshoe trailhead in the Big Hole Mountains. There are both 10k and 20k lengths. All ages welcome. Please visit the Horseshoe Challenge website for more information at:http://horseshoe.tvtap.org.
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