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2 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>speaking of spokesSome Personal Guidelines for Ridingin Urban AreasBy David WardPublisherI had my red-neck relatives visitingfrom Oregon a few weeks ago,during which an interesting conversationoccurred. I had returnedfrom a bike ride in the morning, asa result of which the conversationturned to cycling. Someone made acomment about bicyclists in Oregonbeing obnoxious. My nephewthen related an incident about drivingaround a bend on a main roadand suddenly coming upon fourcyclists fanned out across the lane.Someone else said that both cyclistsand pedestrians go along that roadregularly and related that someonewas killed there. My brother-in-lawexplained how there is no shoulderon the road and cyclists and pedestriansshould not even be there.I responded that the lesson formotorists is that there are going tobe pedestrians and cyclists on thatstretch of road and so they need toslow down. We then bantered backand forth about cyclists, pedestriansand motorists, the rural, gas-poweredred-necks versus the urban newage alternative transportation liberal.In truth, these relatives are wonderfulpeople, and I could not write thisif I did not know of their goodnessand good humor. I love them, and Ilove being with them.But it was an interesting experienceto be at opposite sides of thisdebate with people for whom I caredeeply, and whose opinions I indeedvalue. They are intelligent peoplewith a different set of experiencesand background to draw upon aswe view and compare our ideas andattitudes.This conversation was broughtback to mind as I observed arecent email exchange on theMBAC (Mayor’s Bicycle AdvisoryCommittee) email list. Withoutgetting into that debate, it wasnevertheless interesting to observethe attitudes of the various posters.They ranged from the attitudeof those who see motorists as theenemy, referring to cars as “cages”and drivers as “cagers”, to the pacifiers,promoting peaceful coexistence,courtesy, and world love.The combination of the foregoinghas made me reflect again onbeing a cyclist in an urban settingwhere, while cycling is becomingmore accepted, it is still a sometimeshostile environment. I havebeen cycling regularly on the SaltLake Valley roads for over 25 years,and while I do not deem myself anexpert, I do have certain ideas andguidelines I have developed.First, never tangle with a “cage”.They will always win. I did thatonce, very unintentionally, and survivedit amazingly well. But I willnever forget that, while I had theright-of-way, the car had the mass,and I took all the consequences.Second, find the best routes, andavoid busy streets and streets withno shoulder. My office is on 700East and about 4500 South, andmy window looks out on the sixlanes of busy traffic on 700 East,three in each direction, no shoulder.Occasionally, I will see a cyclist ridingon 700 East, bucking the traffic,and in my mind, putting limb andlife at risk. Just two blocks overis 500 East, a two lane road, wideenough to accommodate cyclists. IfI am heading north or south, I willtake either that or 1100 East to thenorth. There is still traffic, but it isnot going 55 mph, vehicles are notweaving in and out of traffic, andI do not have to brave taking up awhole lane to try to protect myself.In my mind, it is just plain stupid toA high bike at the UTA Bike Bonanza. Photo: Dave Iltisride on 700 East.Third, and in contradiction tothe previous paragraph, take upthe whole lane when you have noshoulder. I prefer making vehicleswait till I can reasonably move overor they have sufficient room to goaround, than trying to hug a fewinches of pavement on the rightwhile getting buzzed and abused byvehicles within a few inches on theleft. I prefer honking, verbal andvisual abuse to that.Fourth, obey all traffic rules(most of the time). I know I will becriticized for the caveat, but I haveno issue with blowing a stop sign orstoplight if there is no traffic. Thatbeing said, traffic laws are necessaryfor the efficient and safe flowof traffic. Your greatest safety is inobeying them. And you will scoremore points and engender muchgood will with motorists in doing so.Fifth, always, always be courteous.As cyclists, we want driversto like us. Without that, we willnever gain their respect or courtesy.I am not suggesting we not assertour rights. But in the end, evencivil disobedience is grounded in arespect for those whose attitudes aresought to be changed. But in truth,most drivers drive respectfully andcourteously. Like cyclists, there isthat minority who create problemsfor the rest of us. Often, when Ihave the right-of-way, I will neverthelesswave a car through becauseit makes sense to do so.All of the foregoing are, Ibelieve, just common sense. But Iam often amazed at some people’slack of this precious attribute. So,occasionally, it is good to reviewthese principles, examine one’s ownattitudes and habits and adjust themaccordingly.I love riding my bike, and I havenever feared riding in urban areas.But I have learned that by followingthis set of guidelines, I increase bothmy safety, my confidence and myenjoyment in riding my bike.P.O. Box 57980Murray, UT 84157-0980www.cyclingutah.comYou can reach us by phone:(801) 268-2652Our Fax number:(801) 263-1010Dave Iltis, Editor &Advertisingdave@cyclingutah.comDavid R. Ward, Publisherdward@cyclingutah.comContributors: Ben Simonson,Michael Gonzales, Lou Melini,Joaquim Hailer, Andy Singer,Erik Moen, Greg Overton,Gregg Bromka, Tom Jow, LukasBrinkerhoff, Brandi Gorden,Ryan Barrett, Charles Pekow,Griffin Wilder, Kevin Winzeler,TIna and Scott Andersen, KarenAppleby-Krieg, James KirkDistribution: Dave, Karma,and Marinda Ward, DougKartcher, David Montgomery(To add your business to ourfree distribution list, give usa call)Administrative Assistant:Lindsay Rosscycling utah is publishedeight times a year beginningin March and continuingmonthly through October.Annual Subscription rate:$15(Send in a check toour P.O. Box)Postage paid in Murray, UTEditorial and photographic contributionsare welcome. Sendvia email to dave@cyclingutah.com. Or, send via mail and pleaseinclude a stamped, self-addressedenvelope to return unused material.Submission of articles andaccompanying artwork to cyclingutah is the author’s warrantythat the material is in no way aninfringement upon the rights ofothers and that the material maybe published without additionalapproval. Permission is requiredto reprint any of the contents ofthis publication.<strong>Cycling</strong> <strong>Utah</strong> is printed on 40%post-consumer recycled paperwith soy-based ink.<strong>Cycling</strong> <strong>Utah</strong> is free, limit onecopy per person.© <strong>2008</strong> cycling utahPick up a copy ofcycling utah at yourfavorite bike shop!Financing available.Jamis Felt IntenseWe don’t just fix your bike,We make it perform!284 S. Main StSpringville, UT 84663Phone: 801-489-5106blaynscycling.comCover Photo: Fun at the CycleSalt Lake Century on May 17,<strong>2008</strong>. Over 1500 riders participated.Photo: Kevin WinzelerFind your photo at Zazoosh.com
4 cyclingutah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>cycling utahCALENDAR OF EVENTSCalendar Guidelines:Listings are free on aspace available basis andat our discretion.Submit your event to:dave@cyclingutah.comwith date, name of event,website, phone numberand contact person andother appropiate informationLet us know about anycorrections to existinglistings!BicycleMotocrossRad Canyon BMX — (801)824-0095Deseret Peak BMX — www.deseretpeakcomplex.com,TooeleCalendar of Eventssponsored by1844 E. Fort UnionSalt Lake City(801) 942-3100699 W. Riverdale Rd.Riverdale(801) 436-2018canyonsports.comJamis TriathlonBike Rentals!May - October — Rad CanyonBMX, Practice Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm. 9700 S. 5250 W., SouthJordan, (801) 824-0095.May - October — Rad Canyon BMX,Single Point Races Thursdays,Registration 6-7 pm, racing ASAP(7:30pm). 9700 S. 5250 W., SouthJordan, (801) 824-0095.TBA — Rad Canyon BMX, RaceFor Life, Double Point Race.Registration 9-10 am, racingASAP (11am) 9700 S. 5250 W.,South Jordan, (801) 824-0095.July 25-28 — Rad Canyon BMX,ABA GREAT SALT LAKE NATIONALS.radcanyonbmx.com, 9700 S. 5250W., South Jordan, (801) 824-0095For more BMX track info, visitcyclingutah.com<strong>Cycling</strong>EventsAdvocacy GroupsMayor’s Bicycle Advisory Committee(MBAC) meeting. SecondWednesday every month 5 p.m.at the Salt Lake City/County Bldg,451 S. State, Room 326. (801)535-7939 or (801) 487-6318.Salt Lake County Bicycle AdvisoryCommittee — Meetings are thesecond Monday of each monthfrom 5-7 p.m. in suite N-4010 of theSalt Lake County GovernmentCenter, 2001 S. State, SLC, (801)485-2906Weber County Pathways — WeberCounty’s Advocacy Group, (801)393-2304 or www.weberpathways.orgProvo Bike Committee — Meetingsare the first Wednesday of eachmonth, 5:00 p.m. in the CityCouncil office, 351 West CenterStreet, Provo, Call the City Counciloffices at 801-852-6120 or emailgilbert.bradshaw@gmail.com orduncanish@gmail.comDavis Bicycle Advisory andAdvocacy Committee — ContactBob Kinney at (801) 677-0134 orBob@bike2bike.orgMooseknuckler Alliance — St.George's Advocacy Group,www.mooseknuckleralliance.orgMountain Trails Foundation — ParkCity's Trails Group, (435) 649-6839,(435) 731-0975, carol@mountaintrails.org,www.mountaintrails.orgPark City AlternativeTransportation Committee —normally meets on the secondTuesday of the month at Miner'sHospital at 9:00am, call toconfirm, (435) 649-6839, (435)731-0975, carol@mountaintrails.org, www.mountaintrails.org<strong>Utah</strong> Bicycle Coalition — Statewideadvocacy group, utahbikes.orgVolunteer to help build theBonneville Shoreline Trail (801)485-6975 or visit www.bonnevilletrail.org.<strong>2008</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> EventsSalt Lake Critical Mass — LastFriday of every month, 5:30 pm,meet at the Gallivan Center, 200S. between State and Main inSLC, for more info, if you have abike to lend, etc.: email slccriticalmass@yahoo.comTuesdays — Bike Polo League,Liberty Park, Salt Lake City, 7pm, enter from 13th S. andcome up the 7th East side to theroad entering the center of thepark. All welcome, bring bike,gloves, and helmet. Mallets provided.More info: Scott at (801)870-9292.<strong>June</strong> 7 — National Trails Day,Volunteer on Trail Projects, callEric Spreng at REI, (801) 486-2100for info.<strong>June</strong> 7 — National Trails Day, 9am, Meet at White Pine Touringat the Rail Trailhead, Coffeeand bagels, Project TBA, (435)649-6839, (435) 731-0975, carol@mountaintrails.org, www.mountaintrails.org<strong>June</strong> 14 — Venture OutdoorsFestival, 3-10 pm, MillcreekTownship Festival, cycling clinics,cycling gurus on hand, CanyonRim Park, 3100 S. 2900 E, (801)466-0686, millcreekoutdoors.org<strong>June</strong> 18-21 — IMBA World TrailsSummit, IMBA Summits bringmountain biking advocates, landmanagers, ski resort professionals,trailbuilders, tourism officialsand the bike industry togetherfor collaboration, planning andcelebration, Patti Bonnet patti@imba.com, 303-545-9011, IMBA.comJuly 12 — <strong>Utah</strong> Tour de Donut,21 mile circuit race and donuteating (subtract time for eatingdonuts each lap), bike safetyrodeo, kids race, American Fork,UT, (801) 763-1216, utahtourdedonut.comSeptember 22 — World Car FreeDay, worldcarfree.netSeptember 27 — EnduranceFestival, run, trail run, roadcycling, mountain biking, duathlonand off-road duathlonevents, entertainment and more,Old Town Pocatello, ID. www.EnduranceFestival.com, info@EnduranceFestival.com, (866)8-ECO-FUN or 208-233-3798MountainBikeTours and Festivals<strong>2008</strong> Events<strong>June</strong> 7 — National Trails Day,Volunteer on Trail Projects, callEric Spreng at REI, (801) 486-2100for info.<strong>June</strong> 7 — National Trails Day,Biker's Edge Trail Crew and theForest Service are sponsoring atrail maintenance day. Starts at2:30 P.M. at the Pineview West/ South Skyline Trailhead. Bringpruners and hand saws. Foodwill be provided with extra wateron hand. Group ride afterwards.Call Steve for more information801-528-2907 or e-mail atSessions11@msn.com<strong>June</strong> 19 — Seasons Bike FilmPremiere, a look at the lives ofdownhill racers, slopestyle competitors,and big mountain freeridersfrom the producers ofRoam, Jim Santy Auditorium -Park City Library, 8:00 pm, JasonMitchell 801-358-3315, www.FeedTheHabit.com - $7 advancetickets available online, jason@feedthehabit.com<strong>June</strong> 21-22 — Wild Rockies 11thAnnual Boise to Idaho City Tour,Boise to Idaho City (camp overnight) and back to Boise, DarrenLightfield 208-388-1971, wildrockies.com<strong>June</strong> 18-21 — IMBA World TrailsSummit, IMBA Summit will bringmountain biking advocates, landmanagers, ski resort professionals,trailbuilders, tourism officialsand the bike industry togetherfor collaboration, planning andcelebration, Trail Care Crew too,Patti Bonnet patti@imba.com,303-545-9011, IMBA.comJuly 14-15 and July 17-18— RockyMountain Bicycles Dirt SeriesWomen's Mtn Bike Camp, ParkCity. Contact (604) 905-8177(canada) or info@dirtseries.comfor more info.July 21-22— Rocky MountainBicycles Dirt Series Women'sMtn Bike Camp, Sun Valley, ID.Contact (604) 905-8177 (canada)or info@dirtseries.com formore info.<strong>June</strong> 15 - September 5 — GreatDivide , Canada to Texas, dirt,Adv. <strong>Cycling</strong> Association, (800)755-2453July 9-13 — Girlfriends Go Tours:Park City Mtn Experience.Mountain Bike Clinic & SummerCamp for Women. All inclusive5-day bike camp. For more info,We’re inCahoots!9th & 9thandSamWeller’stoo!254 So. Main
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 7(775)-738-2497, dgheitt@frontiernet.net,elkovelo.comAugust 7-11 — USA <strong>Cycling</strong>Road Festival, Elite, Masters?,Junior, and Espoir NationalChampionships, Orange County,CA, (719) 866-4581, usacycling.orgAugust 8-10 — Gateway CanyonsClassic, Road Race, Time Trial,and Clinic, Grand Junction, CO,(970) 931-2458, luke@gtwycanyons.com,gatewaycanyonsbikerace.comAugust 9 — Mt. Harrison Hill Climb,Triple Crown #1, Boise, ID, (208)323-2376, aerocyclos.comAugust 12 — Idaho <strong>Cycling</strong>Enthusiasts Holt Arena CriteriumSeries, Pocatello, ID, 208-652-3532,idahocycling.comAugust 12-16 — Southeast IdahoSenior Games, criterium, hillclimb,road race, time trial, Pocatello,ID, Jody Olson, (208) 233-1212August 16 — Table Rock Hillclimb,Triple Crown #2, Boise, ID, (208)867-2488, georgescycles.comAugust 30 — Mt. Charleston HillClimb, 17.5 miles, 5357' of climbing,finish at Las Vegas Ski Resort,Las Vegas, NV, 702-449-6842,tingey.john@gmail.com,mountcharlestonhillclimb.comSeptember 6 — Bogus Basin HillClimb, Triple Crown #3, 36thAnnual, Boise, ID, (208) 343-3782,georgescycles.comSeptember 13 — Race to theAngel, 23nd Annual, 3000' climb,Wells, NV, (775) 752-3540, wellsnevada.comSeptember 20 — Trail Creek TimeTrial, Ketchum, Idaho, (208)726-3947, elephantsperch.comSeptember 25 — WCSN USA CRITSFinals, part of the USA CRITSChampionship, during Interbike,Mandalay Bay Resort, Las Vegas,NV, usacrits.com, 706-549-6632October 4-5 — Nevada SeniorOlympics, Must be 50 years orolder, <strong>Cycling</strong> Four Events - 5Kand 10K Time Trials, 20K and 40KRoad Races. Plus all other sports.Call 702-242-1590 or nevadaseniorgames@earthlink.net,nevadaseniorolympics.comRoadTours<strong>2008</strong> <strong>Utah</strong> and RegionalRoad ToursMay 31 — Bikes for Kids with DaveZabriskie, metric century (62miles) plus 4 and 25 mile optionsin Salt Lake City and Murray. Wewill be giving away 1,000 bikes,helmets and jerseys to disadvantagedchildren in the Salt LakeValley. The start time is 7:00 am atthe Costco in Murray and a bikesafety and rodeo will be held at11:00 for all kids. Contact Teresaat (801) 453-2296 or tmay@finsvcs.com,bikesforkidsutah.orgMay 31 - <strong>June</strong> 6 — Cycle <strong>Utah</strong>,St. George through the NationalParks, 279 miles, Southern <strong>Utah</strong>,Adv. <strong>Cycling</strong> Association, (800)755-2453, adventurecycling.org<strong>June</strong> 1 — America's Most BeautifulBike Ride, 35, 72, 100 miles, 16thAnnual, benefit for the Leukemiaand Lymphoma Society, Stateline,South Shore Lake Tahoe, NV,(800) 565-2704, bikethewest.com<strong>June</strong> 1 — Eureka 105, BBTC SuperSeries ride, Saratoga Springs,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.org<strong>June</strong> 2 — 3rd annual "Share theRoad Memorial Ride."A ride toremember fallen cyclists. Meetat Cole Sport 1615 Park Avenuein Park City. 17-20 mile ride willleave Cole Sport at 6 p.m. Park atPark City Mountain Resort lowerlot. All ages welcome but cyclistsshould be comfortable with a 20mile ride. Call 435-649-4806 formore details<strong>June</strong> 2? – <strong>Utah</strong> Lake Festival, Beginat Vivian Park, end at <strong>Utah</strong> Lake,bike ride begins at 10:00am, (801)538-5216<strong>June</strong> 7 — Little Red Riding Hood,women's only metric centuryride, 35, 63, and 100 mile options,Wellsville, Cache Valley, (801)474-2282 or bbtc.net<strong>June</strong> 7 — <strong>Utah</strong> Summer GamesPetroglyph Century, in conjunctionwith the <strong>Utah</strong> SummerGames, 50, 62, 100 mile options,Starts at the Cedar City EquestrianCenter (just North of Hwy 56, westof Cedar City), through Hamilton,Kanarraville, New Harmony,Parowan, Summit, and Enoch,Cedar City, UT, (801) 677-0134 or(435) 865-8421 or bike2bike.org<strong>June</strong> 7 — Hurricane 400 K, selfsupportedbrevet ride, Hurricane<strong>Utah</strong>, (435) 586-7567 or subrevet.org<strong>June</strong> 7? — <strong>Utah</strong> IndependentLiving Center's 5K "Run & Roll",hand-cycle, wheelchair & walk/run categories. (Best hand cycletime last year was 14:13). Meeteast of the Redwood RecreationCenter, 3100 So. Redwood Rd.,SLC. Registration 8:30 am., racetime 9:30. Cost (incl. T-shirt) prerace$15, race day $20. On-linereg. at uilc.org or call Cathy orKim at 466-5565 voice or TTY.<strong>June</strong> 9- July 3 — Great AlaskaHighway Ride, Dawson Creek toFairbanks, AK, rides@pedalerspubandgrille.com<strong>June</strong> 14 — American DiabetesAssociation / Tour de Cure-Golden Spike Century. 25,60, and100 mile options. This ride is for agreat cause in a beautiful ruralsetting. Box Elder High School,Brigham City, UT. For more informationcall (888) DIABETES - emailMarshall Emsley, memsley@diabetes.orgor register now at tour.diabetes.org<strong>June</strong> 14 — Bob LeBow Bike Tour- "Health Care for All.", routesfrom 3-100 miles, ride benefitsthe TRHS Zero Pay Fund, helpingsupport primary health carefor our most indigent patients,Nampa, Idaho, asandven@trhs.org or 208-467-4431, trhs.org<strong>June</strong> 16 — Up and Over 100, BBTCSuper Series, self-supportedcentury, bottom of EmigrationCanyon to Park City, Coalville,and back, roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801) 598-0294, bccutah.org<strong>June</strong> 21 — Bike for the CureCentury, a benefit ride for theSusan G. Komen Foundation.28, 34, 50, 60, and 100 optionsthrough Central <strong>Utah</strong>. Start andfinish in Spring City, UT. Registeron-line at active.com or contactErika Stover (435) 283-2158 or cestover@mail.manti.com,sanpete.com<strong>June</strong> 21 — Up and Over, BBTCSuper Series ride, Salt Lake toSummit County roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801) 598-0294, bccutah.org<strong>June</strong> 21 — Tour of Marsh CreekValley, fully supported ride presentedin conjunction with thePocatello Riverfest! Options of 25,62, or 100 miles on the lonelyroads that traverse the lovelycountry between Pocatello andMalad Pass, then enjoy food, fun,and music at the Riverfest. RobVan Kirk at (208) 652-3532or (208)233-0951, idahocycling.com<strong>June</strong> 21-27— Cycle Montana,Missoula-Anaconda-Missoula,Adv. <strong>Cycling</strong> Association, (800)755-2453, adventurecycling.org<strong>June</strong> 22 — Tour of the CarsonValley, on former Pioneer, PonyExpress, Stagecoach & EmigrantWagon roadways. 14, 20, and 44miles, Genoa NV, (800) 565-2704,bikethewest.com<strong>June</strong> 22-28 — <strong>Utah</strong> Border to BorderTour, Kanab to Logan, 479 miles,(801) 556-3290, tailwinds-tours.com<strong>June</strong> 28-29 — Bike MS: Harmon'sBest Dam Bike Ride, BenefitsMS Society and multiple sclerosisresearch, 40, 75, or 100 mileroutea on Saturday and Sunday,Cache Valley Fairgrounds (400South 500 West), Logan, <strong>Utah</strong>,(801) 424-0112 or fightmsutah.org<strong>June</strong> 28 — RATPOD (Ride aroundthe Pioneers in one day), 130 miletour, Dillon, MT, ratpod.org, (406)549-5987July 4 — Taterville 100, BBTC SuperSeries Ride, self-supported century,Wellsville to Idaho and back,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.orgJuly 4-6 — Northwest Tandem Rally,McMinnville, OR, nwtr<strong>2008</strong>@verizon.net,nwtr.orgJuly 4 - September 20 — GreatWestern Loop, Frisco, CO toJackson Hole, to Oregon,California, Nevada, <strong>Utah</strong> andFrisco, Adv. <strong>Cycling</strong> Association,(800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.orgJuly 12-13 — Dual State, DualCentury Weekend Challenge,two 100-mile rides or two 50-milerides, Tremonton, UT, (801)556-3290, tailwinds-tours.comJuly 13— Mt. Nebo Loop, BBTCSuper Series Ride, self-supportedcentury, start in Nephi toSpringville to the Mt. Nebo loop,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.orgJuly 13-18— Idaho Relaxed, biketrails tour, Coeur d’Alene, ID,Adv. <strong>Cycling</strong> Association, (800)755-2453, adventurecycling.orgJuly 18 — Antelope by MoonlightBike Ride, 13th Annual, This a popularnon-competitive ride, held atnight during the full-moon. Viewsare spectacular, food is delicious.ride goes from marina to the historicFielding Garr Ranch, about22 miles round-trip. Registrationfee includes park entry, t-shirt andrefreshments. For more informationcontact Neka Roundy, DavisCounty Economic Development,801-451-3286 or tour@co.davis.ut.us, daviscountyutah.govJuly 19 — Bryce Canyon 200 K,self-suported brevet ride, checkpointwill be open at 6:15 am,ride at 7:00 am., Garfield CountyFairgrounds at 800 North Main St.in Panguitch <strong>Utah</strong>, (435) 586-7567or subrevet.orgJuly 20 — Upland Roller 100, BBTCSuper Series Ride, self-supportedcentury, Wanship, UT, roadcaptain@bbtc.netor (801) 598-0294,bccutah.orgJuly 24 — Chalk Creek 100, BBTCSuper Series Ride, self-supportedcentury, Park City to Coalville toChalk Creek and back, roadcaptain@bbtc.netor (801) 598-0294July 24 — Pedal Away Parkinson's,10 mile benefit ride, 8 am, GaileyPark, 200 S 300 W, Kaysville, pedalawayparkinsons.comor redspike@comcast.netJuly 26 — Pioneer Century, BBTCSuper Series Ride, self-supportedcentury, Morgan, UT, roadcaptain@bbtc.netor (801) 598-0294,bccutah.orgJuly 26 - July 30 — Family FunIdaho, bike trails tour for thefamily, Coeur d’Alene, ID,Adv. <strong>Cycling</strong> Association, (800)755-2453, adventurecycling.orgJuly 27- August 1 — BicycleWashington, Mead, WA toColville to Mead, (541) 385-5257or 800-413-8432, oregonbicycleride.orgAugust 2 — Felt Tour de Park City,Fully Supported Century RoadRide starting and finishing atPark City. 52, 108, 170 mile ridesthrough Northern <strong>Utah</strong>'s beautifulmountain valleys, great aid stations,raffle. Contact info@mountainraceworks.comfor questions.Additional details can be foundat tourdeparkcity.com or contactRiley at 435-671-5053August 3 — Preride ULCER, BBTCCook-Sanders Associates, Inc.Professional Engineers and Surveyors20thAnniversary!$10,000 Cash Purse!Super Series Ride, self-supportedcentury, Thanksgiving Point,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.orgAugust 4 — R.A.N.A.T.A.D, (RideAround Nebo And Timp in ADay), Start at Sundance andride down and around the NeboLoop to Nephi and then backto the mouth of American ForkCanyon, over the Alpine Loop,finishing back at Sundance, 165miles with over 12,000 feet ofclimbing, (801) 223-4849, sundanceresort.comAugust 9 — ULCER, Century Touraround <strong>Utah</strong> Lake, 100, 74,56, and 24 mile options, (801)474-2282 or president@bbtc.netor bbtc.netAugust 10 — Blue Cruise Wheelsfor Wellness, Meridian, ID, (208)331-7409, bcidahofoundation.orgAugust 10-16 — Ride Idaho, 7 daysupported bicycle tour, Pocatello,Driggs, Idaho Falls, (208) 344-5501,rideidaho.orgAugust 10-16 — Oregon BicycleRide XXII, Cave Junction to Etna,CA and back, (541) 385-5257 or800-413-8432, oregonbicycleride.orgAugust 16 — Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>,300Warriors Ride, 98 miles, 14778vertical feet, Park City MountainResort at 6:00 am, finish:Snowbird, www.tourofutah.com,Rick Bennett, rick@rickbennett.com, 801-571-3100August 16 — Stanley Challenge,Boise to Stanley, unsupported,Boise, ID, (208) 867-2488, georgescycles.comAugust 16 — Sawtooth CenturyTour, Ketchum, ID, mgilbreath@vengaventures.com, (208)726-7285August 17 — Promontory Point120, BBTC Super Series Ride, selfsupportedcentury, 120 miles,Brigham City to Promentory,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.orgAugust 23 — Desperado Dual , 200mile double century in Southern<strong>Utah</strong>, 100 mile option, Panguitch,UT (435) 586-7567, desperadodual.comAugust 23 — Cache Valley CenturyTour, 100 mi/100 km/40mileoptions. Hosted by Cache ValleyVeloists Bicycle Touring Club. 8am, 12 mi north of Logan on Hwy91, 435-752-2253, cvveloists.orgAugust 23 — Bike the Bear Century,50, 100 mile rides, Camp Hunt,Bear Lake, Garden City, UT, (801)475-7488, jeborn@bsamail.orgAugust 23 — CASVAR <strong>2008</strong>, PonyExpress 20, Colt 45, Pioneer 65,Blazing Saddle 85 and SaddleSore Century rides, Star Valley- Afton, WY, info@casv.org,ALegendaryRace!World Class Coaching forCompetitive and RecreationalCyclists. Don’t JustTrain... Trainright!Tommy Murphy435.787.8556tmurphy@trainright.comInformation (866) 783-6300 ext. 459Please visit www.evanstoncyclingclub.orgOnline Registration www.active.comPaid by the Evanston Lodging Tax Board<strong>June</strong> 21 - 22Summer SolsticeDon’t Miss It!
8 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>Continued307-883-9779, or casv.orgAugust 23 — Ride for Teens, 2to 50 mile rides, 8 am, HeritageSchools, Provo, www.active.com,801.367.3599, Jesse EllisAugust 23-24 — Bike MS Road,Sweat, and Gears, benefits theMS Society of Idaho and multiplesclerosis research, 25-75-125miles, McCall, ID, (208) 336-0555,bikems.orgAugust 23 - September 7 — BRASU , Bike Ride Across Scenic<strong>Utah</strong> Tour, 5 states, 5 NationalMonuments, 5 National Parks, 2National Forests, and 5 Nations,(801) 677-0134 or bike2bike.orgAugust 24 — Twin CountiesCentury, 8, 30, 66, and 100 mileoptions, Huntsville Park, Huntsville,UT, (801) 556-3290, tailwinds-tours.comAugust 24 — The Big Ride, BBTCSuper Series Ride, self-supported,150 miles, Sugarhouse Park,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.orgAugust 24-30 — Tour of Southern<strong>Utah</strong>, St. George, Carmel Junction(via Zion National Park), BryceNational Park, Escalante, Torrey,Panguitch, Cedar City and backto St. George, planetultra.com,818-889-2453August 30 — Summit Challenge,to benefit the National AbilityCenter, 35 miles (Preview ridefor the 2009 Summit Century),8:00 a.m. at the National AbilityCenter in Park City, Contact:Jennifer Andrs Atkin, SpecialEvents Manager, 435-200-0985,jennifera@discovernac.org, discovernac.orgAugust 31 - September 6 — NorthRim Tour, St. George, to JacobLake, AZ,to the North Rim of theGrand Canyon, planetultra.com,818-889-2453September 1 — Hooper Horizontal100, BBTC Super Series Ride,self-supported century, StateAgriculture Building to Hooperand Back, roadcaptain@bbtc.RoadToursnet or (801) 598-0294, bccutah.orgSeptember 4-13, 4-6, or 7-13 —LAGBRAU (Legacy Annual GreatBike Ride Across <strong>Utah</strong>), three rideoptions, Blanding to Cedar City,400 miles on scenic highwaysand through National Parks, (801)654-1144, lagbrau.comSeptember 7 — Tour de Tahoe,Bike Big Blue, 6th Annual, ridearound Lake Tahoe on the shoreline,spectacular scenery, greatfood and support, 72 miles,Lake Tahoe, NV, (800) 565-2704,bikethewest.comSeptember 7-13 — Southern <strong>Utah</strong>National Parks Tour, 233 milesthrough Cedar City, Zion, BryceCanyon, Cedar Breaks, (801)556-3290, tailwinds-tours.comSeptember 13 — Tour de Vins 4,Bike Tour and Wine-Tasting Event,16.5, 32 and 60 mile options,Idaho State University, Pocatello,ID, more info: FSAlliance.org,Sarah Leeds, (208) 232-0742, contact@fsalliance.orgSeptember 14-20 — OATBRAN, OneAwesome Tour Bike Ride AcrossNevada, 17th Annual, followingthe Legendary Pony ExpressTrail on U.S. Hwy. 50 - America'sLoneliest Road, 5 days of riding,420 miles from Lake Tahoe toGreat Basin National Park, (800)565-2704, bikethewest.comSeptember 19-21 — Moab CenturyTour, Moab to La Sals and back,45, 65, 100 mile options, Tourbenefits the Lance ArmstrongFoundation, (435) 259-2698,moabcentury.comSeptember 20 — Fall Colors Ride,BBTC Super Series Ride, self-supportedcentury, SLC to Wanship,roadcaptain@bbtc.net or (801)598-0294, bccutah.orgSeptember 20 — I Think I CANyonsbenefit ride for the Fourth StreetClinic, a nonprofit healthcareclinic in Salt Lake that providesfree healthcare for the homeless,Little Cottonwood Canyon,Big Cottonwood, Millcreek, andEmigration, start and finish at theOlympus Hills Shopping Centerlocated on Wasatch Blvd. near3900 South. Start time 7 am; registrationbegins at 6:30 am., JoelWelch, Friends of Fourth Street,801-631-7872, rjoelwelch@hotmail.com,ithinkicanyons.comSeptember 27 — Heber ValleyOlympic Century. 25, 50, 62,100 mile options. Also, Biathlonoption! Enjoy scenic Heber Valleyin its autumn finest during this funand challenging ride that visitsthe Olympic venues, fundraiserfor Huntsman Cancer Institute,Contact Bob @ 801.677.0134,bike2bike.orgSeptember 27 — Fifth Annual JosieJohnson Memorial Ride, thismemorial ride is being dedicatedin Josie's honor to bring the communitytogether to raise awarenessfor bicycle safety, meet atSugarhouse Park, ride will startat 10:30, will travel to mouth ofBig Cottonwood Canyon andback. josiejohnsonride.com orcall Jason at (801) 485-2906 orJohn Weis at (801) 278-3847September 27 — EnduranceFestival, run, trail run, roadcycling, mountain biking, duathlonand off-road duathlonevents, entertainment and more,Old Town Pocatello, ID. www.EnduranceFestival.com, info@EnduranceFestival.com, (866)8-ECO-FUN or 208-233-3798September 28 - October 4 —Monument Valley & 4 CornersTour, Monticello, UT, (801)556-3290, tailwinds-tours.comOctober 11— Yellowstone FallOld Faithfu l <strong>Cycling</strong> Tour, WestYellowstone to Old Faithfuland back, MT, (406) 646-7701,cycleyellowstone.comOctober 11 — Trek WSD BreastCancer Awareness Ride, 10 or20 mile rides for everyone, WSDDemo Bikes available, casualride for women & their supportnetwork, Trek of AmericanFork 356 North Meadow Lane(750 West) American Fork, <strong>Utah</strong>,(801) 763-1222, trekaf.comOctober 11 — Las Vegas Century,25, 50, and 109 miles, Jim Little(702) 360-4751 or vegasbikeclub.org, lvrodeoman1@aol.comOctober TBA — Bikes for Kids withDave Zabriskie, dinner and silentauction, Contact Teresa at (801)453-2296 or tmay@finsvcs.com,bikesforkidsutah.comOctober TBA — Challenge the Hill~ 360° of Fun, Fun team bike ridewith a variety of challenges alongcourse. 8:00 am start time, Hill AirForce South Gate, 801-677-0134,Bike2Bike.orgOctober 18 — Tour de St. George,Ride with us around Snow CanyonState Park, Quail Creek Reservoirand Washington County's newestreservoir, Sand Hollow. 35, 60 &100 Mile Option. 100% of the proceedsto benefit local bicyclingadvocacy, 8:00am at 900E & 100S(Dixie State College), tourdestgeorge.com,435-229-5443, info@tourdestgeorge.com.December 31 - January 1 — NewYear's Revolution, century eachday, 50, 70, 100 mile options,Ride out the old year, Ride in theNew Year, Benefiting Parkinson'sDisease, 8 am, Phoenix, AZ,Contact Bob @ 801.677.0134,bike2bike.orgMulti-SportRaces<strong>2008</strong> Multi-Sport Events<strong>June</strong> 1 — IronMan Boise 70.3, 1.2mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 milerun, Boise, ID, (727) 942-4767, ironmanboise.com<strong>June</strong> 7 — Salem Spring Triathlon,Knoll Park, Salem, UT, racetri.com,(801) 465-4318<strong>June</strong> 7 — Vikingman, 1/2 distancetriathlon, Burley, ID, 208-431-0463or vikingman.org<strong>June</strong> 14? — Pleasant GroveTriathlon, 14 and under SuperSprint (1 mile run, 3 mile bike,250 yd swim), Sprint for all others(3.1 mile run, 8.5 mile bike, 500yd swim), team categories also,pgtri.com, (801) 796-1745<strong>June</strong> 14 — <strong>Utah</strong> Summer GamesTriathlon, Olympic and Sprint,Sand Hollow Reservoir, Hurricane,<strong>Utah</strong>, utahsummergames.org/sports/triathlon.html, 435-865-8421or email race@sgtri.com<strong>June</strong> 14 — Battle at MidwayTriathlon, Olympic Distance Tri,off-road duathlon, doggie dooathlon,Midway, UT, 801-450-8477,info@bamtriathlon.com or bamtriathlon.com<strong>June</strong> 21 — Tri<strong>Utah</strong> Cache ValleyClassic Triathlon, Hyrum Reservoir,Hyrum, UT (near Logan, UT), Sprintand Olympic distance openwater swim triathlons, Sprint road:750 Meter Swim/20K Bike/5K Run,Olympic road: 1.5K Swim/40KBike/10K Run, www.triutah.com,info@triutah.com, 801-631-2614or 801-631-2624<strong>June</strong> 21 — Provo Triathlon, Olympicand Sprint, also kids race, <strong>Utah</strong>Lake State Park, Provo, UT, (801)361-9425 or provotri.com<strong>June</strong> 28 — DinoLand Triathlon,Olympic and Sprint, Vernal, UT,435-789-7720 or www.dinotri.com<strong>June</strong> 28 — San Rafael ClassicSprint Triathlon, Huntington, UT,435-637-0207 or davecapalbo@yahoo.comJuly 12 — Tri<strong>Utah</strong> XANGO EchoTriathlon, Echo Reservoir, Coalville,UT, Sprint and Olympic distanceopen water swim triathlons,Sprint road: 750 Meter Swim/20KBike/5K Run, Olympic road: 1.5KSwim/40K Bike/10K Run, www.triutah.com, info@triutah.com,801-631-2614 or 801-631-2624July 12 — Cache Valley's SuperSprint Triathlon, 500 M swim,12.5 mile bike, 5K run, LoganAquatic Center, 7:30 am, cvsst.org or triathlon@cvsst.org or (435)764-2319July 19 — Scofield Triathlon,Olympic, Sprint and Novice, thehighest elevation triathlon in theUSA, Mountain View State ParkBoat Ramp, Scofield, www.scofieldtriathlon.com,email info@scofieldtriathlon.com or (801)557-6748July 25-26 — Blanding HillmanTriathlon, Swim .75 mile, Bike 15miles, Run 3.2 miles. Kids' triathlonJuly 25. Recapture Reservoir,Blanding, UT 435-678-1314 oremail solsen@sanjuanschools.orgor www.hillmantriathlon.infoJuly 26 — Burley Idaho LionsSpudman Triathlon, Burley, ID,burleylions.org/spudman.htmlAugust 9 — <strong>Utah</strong> Half Triathlon, 1.2mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 milerun, Provo, UT, racetri.com, (801)465-4318August 16 — Xterra MountainChampionship, offroad triathlon,XTERRA: 1.5k swim / 30k mountainbike / 10k trail run, XTERRA Sport:750m swim / 15k mountain bike /5k trail run, Pineview Reservoir toSnowbasin, 1-877-751-8880, xterraplanet.comAugust 23 — Tri<strong>Utah</strong> JordanelleTriathlon, Jordanelle Reservoir,Park City/Heber City, UT, Sprintand Olympic distance openwater swim triathlons, Sprint road:750 Meter Swim/20K Bike/5K Run,Olympic road: 1.5K Swim/40KBike/10K Run, www.triutah.com,info@triutah.com, 801-631-2614or 801-631-2624August 24 — Wild RideXTERRARegionalChampionship Mountain Triathlon,McCall, Idaho, (208) 388-1971,wildrockies.comSeptember 6 — Bear Lake BrawlTriathlon, Olympic and Sprint,Garden City, UT, goldmedalracing.comor (801) 492-3442September 6 — Alta CanyonSports Center Triathlon, 400mswim, 9 mile bike and 5K run.,Alta Canyon Sports Center - 9565S. Highland Dr. (801) 568-4602,sandy.utah.govSeptember 13 — Camp YubaTriathlon, Yuba State Park, UT,racetri.com, (801) 465-4318September 13 — Tri<strong>Utah</strong> OgdenValley Triathlon, PineviewReservoir, Eden, UT, 1 mile swim,15 mile bike, 4 mile run, www.triutah.com, info@triutah.com,801-631-2614 or 801-631-2624September 20 — KokopelliTriathlon, Sand Hollow Reservoir,St. George UT, sgtrifecta.com,race@sgtri.com, (702) 401-6044September 25-28 — AdventureXstream Expedition Moab - 300mile team race, kayak, trek,mountain bike legs, (970) 259-7771or www.gravityplay.comSeptember 27 — Endurance Festival,Two Duathlons: Peak Two Peakoff-road duathlon, recreationdivision trail runs 5k, mountainbikes 10K, 1,200' vertical, Extremedivision trail runs 10K, 1,200' verticalgain, mountain bikes 20K,2,700' vertical, I Du duathlon —run/bike event, Recreation division- 5K run/25K road cycle;Extreme division - 10K run/50Kroad cycle. Old Town Pocatello,ID. www.EnduranceFestival.com,info@EnduranceFestival.com,(866) 8-ECO-FUN or 208-233-3798October 11 — Huntsman WorldSenior Games. Must be 50 yearsor older. Triathlon. 800-562-1268or hwsg@infowest.com or seniorgames.netOctober 18 — Powell3 TriathlonChallenge , Sprint- 750m swim,20k bike, 5k run/Olympic- 1500mswim, 40k bike, 10k run, Page, AZ/UT Border, goldmedalracing.comor (801) 492-3442October 18 — <strong>2008</strong> Land RoverPumpkinman Triathlon,Intermediate, Short, and Halfmaxdistances, Boulder City, NV,bbscendurancesports.comNovember 8 — Telos TurkeyTriathlon, Orem Fitness Center,Orem, UT, www.t3triathlon.com,801-678-4032 or shaun@t3triathlon.comNovember 9 — SilvermanTriathlon, Full and Half Distances,Lake Mead, Henderson, NV,702-914-7852 or silvermannv.comStopGlobal Warming,RideYourBike!
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 9Quick Shot by Chad NikolzMS Bike Tour - Continuedfrom page 3tired of it - it’s too special an eventfor that. We just love to see ourfriends, ride the route and socialize.And seeing how much it haschanged makes me proud becauseI know it means more and moremoney is going directly to find acure for MS.”One experience serves as areminder to many riders why theykeep coming back for this event.John Drury tells it this way: “Wewere out in beautiful Cache Valley,cruising past farms, enjoying theride and the camaraderie, whenwe came around a turn and therewas this older man, sitting in awheelchair out in his yard. His wifewas holding a sign and it just said,‘Thank You.’ All the riders just wentsilent as he waved to us. It’s somethingthat still brings a tear to myeye these many years later.”For more information, visitbikems.org.Subscribe foronly $15/year!See page 2. Aug 4R.A.N.A.T.A.DRide Around Nebo And Timp in A Day This is an organized ride. Entry fee includes 4 Feed Zones,T-Shirt and a surprise for all that finish.“165 Miles, 11,000 Vertical Feet, No Problem.”May 21 & 28<strong>June</strong> 11 & 25July 9 & 23Aug. 6 & 13RANATAD Jerseys AvailableFor Purchase For All Participants.Sundance/Soldier HollowWeekly Mountain BikeRace SeriesEach race: $125 punch: 10 punch: $100To register please call us at1-801-223-4849.12-Hours of SundanceSep 13Solo: $55 $135To register please call us at1-801-223-4849.801-223-48493.9" (2 col.) x 9"
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 11route 211How Could I Forget To MentionThe Bicycle is a Good InventionBy Greg OvertonThat song lyric taken fromthe song titled, appropriately, TheBicycle Song, by the Red Hot ChilePeppers, sums up what many peopleseem to be thinking just about nowas we see gasoline prices rising bythe day at the corner station. Maybethis bicycle thing is the panacea forwhat ails us as a gas guzzling, SUVdriving, oil dependent nation. Thebicycle has witnessed the lifespan ofthe automobile as a mode of transportation;indeed, it gave life to theautomobile by sharing many of itsparts with the original self-propelledwonder of Ing. Benz more than acentury ago.Leave behind the daily grind /And let your mind unwindIf it’s life you tend to like /You’d better get yourself a bike –from the song Bike, by Mal WebbI don’t know about you, but Iseem to notice more bicycles on theroadways and streets as folks turnto it as an alternative means of gettingto work, school, or whatevertheir destination. I wonder if theynotice the by products of this alternativeas they cruise quietly by thegas stations? You know, the extrachange jingling in their pocket, theirincreased energy and the cleaner airwashing over them? If they do thislong enough, they will even be ableto breathe that air deeper and useit more efficiently. Does your carmake you healthier as you drive it?Neither does mine.I want to ride my bicycle/ I wantto ride my bikeI want to ride my bicycle/ I want toride it where I like – from the songBicycle Race, by QueenEven those who protect and serveare turning to the bicycle. Policedepartments around the countryare parking their cars and clippingin. Stefan Downing, who managesthe police bike program forTrek Bicycle Corp., in Waterloo,Wisconsin, says the company sellsmore than 1,000 police bikes a year,but sales have been going up alongwith gas prices. Chris Menton, anassociate professor in the School ofJustice Studies at Roger WilliamsUniversity in Rhode Island who hasstudied police bike patrols, said ina recent interview, “You think thecar’s the great savior of us all, but inurban areas and dense areas, you’reprobably better off on a bike,” Manypolice departments have alreadyreached their yearly fuel budgetand are looking for other means ofpatrolling the streets. And the bikesthey use are getting better and moresophisticated, even incorporatingsilent hubs so there is no click clickclick as they sneak up on the badguys.What a pretty bicycle she said/I want one just like that – from thesong Bicycle Song by OrbitCool cars, fast cars, big cars havelong been a means of attraction,symbolizing everything from wealthto virility. But what about a bike?In a car, even a convertible, you’relucky to see the driver’s head andshoulders. Not a lot to go on. But arider on a bike, considering the useof Lycra, maybe a sleeveless jersey,tanned and muscular form? You kiddin’me? Not exactly a blind date ifyou know your beans. Sure there aresunglasses and hopefully a helmet(shows good judgment and intellectworth keeping) to get past, but it’sstill better than trying to make thecall when looking at a passing car,even if it’s going slow. And if you’reof a certain ilk, the bike alone isworth a look. A classic Italian bikewith chromed lugs and a name thatends in a vowel? How You doin’?Sick of the traffic choking ourtowns… My solution it’s one thatI like….So come on, get up on your bike/Ah, come on, get on your bike –from The Acoustic Motorbike, byLuka BloomAh traffic. We all know abouttraffic. Whether you drive a car orride a bike, traffic is a bummer. It’sthe biggest nemesis to the bicycle.Well, traffic and gravity are numbersone and two. The order changesdepending on, well, on where youare and how much traffic there is.But try this. Get out on your bikeearly some morning, especially aweekend or holiday morning, whenall those cars are still at home. Hearthat? Me neither. It’s so quiet andyou can go everywhere in safety andcalmness. Even the pavement seemssmoother! Take a friend along andyou might even have a conversationat the same time. As an addedbonus, half the vehicles on the roadthat early are probably bread trucks,so you get to smell fresh bakedhalf the times you encounter motorvehicles. What could be better?Peddle UP, peddle DOWN/Peddle ALL around town, on mySchwinn 24 – from Schwinn 24, byTeen TitanAs if the more-than-a-gallonof-milkgas prices aren’t enoughincentive, I’ve just given you a fewexamples and reasons to get out onyour bike. Geez, I’ve even givenyou a few songs to listen to so youcan get the vibe going, too! Nexttime, leave the car at home, takethe bike out, wave to like-mindedpeople who did the same thing andenjoy your increased health as youride, and your increased wealth asyou leave the gas at the pumps. Andyou’ll feel just like this,riding that thing/ I gotta sing/ it’sa blast/ I never believed/ I couldgo so fast – from My New Bicycle,by The Roches.Sorenson LegacyFoundationContributes $40,000 toBikes for Kids <strong>Utah</strong>SALT LAKE CITY - May13, <strong>2008</strong> - Bikes for Kids <strong>Utah</strong>,today announced that the SorensonLegacy Foundation has donated$40,000 to help provide newbicycles for 1,000 underprivilegedthird graders during Bikes for Kids<strong>Utah</strong>'s annual bicycle giveaway."Bicycles give children thechance to exercise, learn about safety,develop great skills and just havefun," said Joe Sorenson, trustee ofthe Sorenson Legacy Foundation."We are delighted with this uniqueopportunity to enrich the lives ofkids in our community."In addition, on Saturday, May10, <strong>2008</strong>, Cottonwood Cycleryhosted its first Bikes for Kids <strong>Utah</strong>Bicycle Swap to raise money andincrease exposure for the local nonprofitorganization.Each year, Bikes for Kids <strong>Utah</strong>relies on contributions from individuals,organizations and businessesto purchase bikes and necessarysafety equipment for children.The organization holds fundraisingevents throughout the year, includingfundraising bicycle rides on theday of the bike giveaway. Everycontribution goes a long way: adonation of $50 can buy a bicycle,helmet, lock and Bikes for Kids<strong>Utah</strong> shirt for one child, while a $5donation can buy one bike helmetfor a child.To donate or volunteer withBikes for Kids <strong>Utah</strong>, or for moreinformation about associated fundraisingbicycle events, visit www.bikesforkidsutah.org or call (801)523-3730.
12 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>mountain bike RacingWimmer's Intermountain Cup XC Race Photo GallerySherwood Hills, <strong>Utah</strong>May 10, <strong>2008</strong>Left: Justin Griffin(<strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com) finished secondat Sherwood Hills in thesport/expert 13-15 category.Right: Alison Vrehn(Revolution/PeakFasteners) leads MargaretHarris (Racer's CycleService) in the SportWomen category.Photos: Joaquim Hailer.Find your photo atzazoosh.comSee results on page 20.Demo Wheels!Your Chance to tryZipp, Reynolds andeven a PowertapSystem!Please call or comein for more info!Great Selectionof Time Trialand TriathleteBikes In Stock!762 E. 12300 S. Draper, UTcanyonbicyclesdraper.com801-576-8844 • M-F 10 - 7:30 • Sat. 10-7Cervélo atDraper locationonly.
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 13ROAD RacingBarrett and Kotval are State Crit Champsjoin the lapped pack in violation ofUSCF rules. The judges disqualifiedAntacle from first place resultingin Kotval getting 1st, Howat 2ndand Melissa McDaniel 3rd.Above: Ryan Barrett launching his last lap winning attack over thebreak.Photos: Dave IltisBy Brandi Hope GordenMay 10th, <strong>2008</strong>, The DerekLeyde Memorial - <strong>Utah</strong> StateCriterium ChampionshipThe <strong>Utah</strong> State CritChampionship is normally held atPioneer Park where riders fly downflat straightaways and fearlesslydive into 90º corners. It is the realmof the power rider, a sprinter’sdelight. For the <strong>2008</strong> edition, therace was moved to Rocky MountainRaceways because construction ona $4 million revitalization projectis currently underway. This newcourse contained numerous technicalchallenges including 3 tight righthand corners and bumpy sections onthe backside of the circuit. The flatfinishing straight—complete withtailwind—and clear blue skies withtemperatures above 60º more thanmade up for those obstacles.Pro/1/2/3 Women – 45 min.The Cat 1/2/3 Women’s racewas contested by four WasatchWomen, two Ski <strong>Utah</strong> and six PCIMwomen. The odds looked to be infavor of PCIM as they would surelyforce the other teams to work hard.Kirsten Kotval (PCIM) attackedfrom the gun and was chased downby Laura Patten (Ski <strong>Utah</strong>). Kotvaland her teammate Nisie Antaclecontinued their series of attacksand counterattacks and establisheda sizeable gap on the field. LauraHowat (Ski <strong>Utah</strong>) bridged to thebreakaway and soon fell victim to aPCIM “one-two” as she was repeatedlyattacked and counterattacked.Antacle and Kotval eventuallybroke away from Howat. However,a PCIM rider made the mistakeof dropping back to help AntaclePro/1/2/3 Men – 60 min.The excitement in the Pro/1/2/3race began early with a crash about15 minutes in on the penultimatecorner. Surprisingly, there were noserious injuries, but Jared Nelson(Park City Jeep) was forced toabandon. Darrin Lill (BMC),Bryson Perry (American R.A.A.D.),Cameron Hoffman (AmericanR.A.A.D.) and Ben d’Hulst (ParkCity Jeep) broke away from themain field causing it to split intotwo chase groups. Halfway intothe race, the officials began pullingriders who had fallen behind bothgroups.Chris Pietrzak (Porcupine/Specialized) and Ryan Barrett(Park City Jeep) bridged the gap tothe 4 leaders and Ryan Littlefield(Contender Bicycles) hopped onfront to lead the chase when theirtime gap reached 13”. As Lillturned to size up his competitors,Patrick Fasse (Ski <strong>Utah</strong>) drove thepace on front attempting to decreasetheir deficit that had at that pointgrown to 17”. The 2nd chase groupdropped even further behind as aresult and got pulled by the piercingshriek of the official’s whistle.Hoffman and Lill threw downmore attacks and Perry put in asurge, but none of the six leadershad weakened enough to be spitout. By 3 laps to go, the pack wasMeet the new guard. Chase Pinkham leads Connor O'Leary through acorner. They currently sit one and two in the UCA Cat III points series.27” down and it appeared that theywould never close in on the breakaway.Mike Sohm (Porcupine/Specialized) would not take thislying down, so at 2 laps to go,he rocketed away from the packestablishing a gap of about 15 bikelengths. The field hammered tocatch Sohm and eventually got within4” of the leaders. Upon seeingthe field hot on their tails, Barrettsurged on the front with Pietrzakon his wheel. A small gap openedup in front of Pietrzak and Barretttore away to nab his second straight<strong>Utah</strong> State Criterium Championshiptitle. When asked if the presence ofcurrent pros in his local races makesthem dramatically more difficult,Ryan Barrett—a former professionalcyclist who raced for 3 years on theNet Zero Professional <strong>Cycling</strong> Teamand is prominently featured in thedocumentary “The Hard Road”—commented that he can train to gohard for an hour against them, but,it is harder to hang with them in themountains because “those guys arethe kings!”See results on page 20.America’s Toughest Stage Race will attract top professional cyclists fromaround the world to compete for valuable points on USA <strong>Cycling</strong>’s National RacingCalendar. This exciting 336 mile, 5-day race which boasts over 30,000 feet ofclimbing and the Calendar’s richest purse, all takes place within a 100-mile radiusof Salt Lake City.WILL YOU BE WATCHING?August 13-17, <strong>2008</strong>Photo: Chip Smith, Soar CommunicationsSTAGE 1STAGE 2STAGE 3STAGE 4STAGE 5SANPETE ROAD RACE 101 miles, flat to rolling terrain starting and finishing in Nephi.UNIVERSITY HEALTH CARE ROAD RACE 84 miles, four climbs, from historic downtown Ogden to Salt Lake City.TOYOTA DEALERS DOWNTOWN CRITERIUM 90 minutes of a 1-mile circuit around the Salt Palace.SNOWBIRD ROAD RACE Park City to Snowbird, 99 miles with five climbs and a mountaintop finish.MILLER MOTORSPORTS PARK TIME TRIAL 12-mile out and back race against the clock in Tooele.www.tourofutah.com
14 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>Race Distance will be:170 milesRace Purse: $10,000Race Open to:Licensed USCF RidersCitizen Class RidersRelay teams 2-5 Person TeamsTour Distances will be:Super Century 170 milesCentury 108 milesHalf Century 52 milesEach Rider will receive:Free T-shirtFree water bottleSwag bag full of great giftsand much more . . .Full category prize list can be found at:www.tourdeparkcity.comQuestions Call Riley at435-671-5053Bonneville<strong>Cycling</strong> ClubWWW.BCCUTAH.ORG
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 15Bike cultureFocus on FixiesBy Lukas BrinkerhoffThere are two wheels spraypainted yellow. The frame is achrome-finished color with thehandlebars extruding up and awayfrom the frame. It looks more like anormal bicycle than it doesn’t, but ifyou look closely at Lance Peterson’sform of transportation there aresome subtle differences. There areno brakes and the chain is fixed tothe rear wheel. Peterson, a localcyclist, rides a “fixie.”Peterson says he can easily cometo a skidding halt without the aid ofhand brakes. With the chain beingdirectly connected to the rear wheeland no way to coast, a “fixie” canbe stopped by using pedal forcesto stop the wheel. “I just shift myweight a little and push down on theupstroke,” explains Peterson. It’s assimple as that.Fixed-gear bicycles, or velodrometrack modified bikes knownas fixies, have gained popularityall over the country. The New YorkTimes featured an article, written byJocko Weyland, that read,They are fast gaining popularity,not just in those bastions oftrend followers, and not just among22-year-olds. Fixed-gear bikes arebeing ridden all over New York,by messengers, racers, lawyers,accountants and college professors-- a diverse and not necessarilyyouthful cross section of the city'spopulation. They're being riddenby people who work in sandwichshops and don't know or care aboutgear ratios and bike history, and bypeople who have been racing thesebikes for years in places like theKissena Velodrome in Flushing,Queens, with its banked, ellipticaltrack. They're ridden by militantvegans who are virtual encyclopediasof arcane bicycle history, bythrill-seeking members of renegadebike gangs like Black Label, byshopgirls, street racers, Critical Massriders, your aunt.The St. Petersburg Times inFlorida reported on the trend as well,“Fixed-gear bikes began to attractmore mainstream attention aboutsix years ago when manufacturersstarted making cheaper track bikes.”Since then the trend has spread fromNew York to Portland, ended up inFlorida and resonated all the wayacross the country, dropping fixieaficionados in all parts, includingLogan.Peterson has been riding fixedfor “1.3 years.” He says, “I put onefoot on the ground and one foot onthe pedal and it was magic fromthere.”Many fixie riders refer to a Zenlikequality of riding a fixed gearbike. The St. Petersburg Times said,"You really feel connected to thebike, which makes you feel connectedwith the road. It's a wholedifferent experience."This idea of having a “wholedifferent experience” on a bike hasturned what once was a fringe ridingstyle into the latest fad. Thetrend has thousands of websites thatcover every aspect of the ride. FromFixedgeargallery.com where fixieriders post the latest pictures of theirbikes to BikesnobNYC.blogspot.com who maliciously teases andpokes fun at the trend, whether youlike the idea of fixies or hate thetrend there is a website for you.One of the reasons the trendhas been so successful is the easeof entry. People who would like toride a bike but are impeded by thehigh-dollar price tag are drawn inby being able to build a bike on thecheap.Another local fixie rider, ColeGibbons, explains the “How” and“Why” he rides a fixed gear bike,“How--I bought a 1981 SchwinnVarsity from my neighbor that hehad chained to his railing last year.I had my eye on it for a year. Afterconverting it, it was a matter ofbaby steps to learn to ride. Why--Acouple of guys I raced with on theUSU <strong>Cycling</strong> Team had old conversions(one fixed and one freewheel).After playing around on theirs a bit,I decided a fixed gear conversionwould be a good way to have funwhile getting from point A to pointB. Plus, I wouldn't be so nervousabout leaving it chained up somewhere.”Gibbons used the parts alreadyon the Schwinn to build up his firstfixie, mostly by stripping the excessparts off of the bike. This enables20-somethings the ability to buy anold road bike and convert it. Mostof the parts that are on a regularbicycle can be taken off and aren’tneeded, the only thing that needs tobe purchased after the original bikeis a cog to fix the rear wheel to thechain and you are ready go.The trend has gained moremomentum as these first-time-onthe-cheapriders sell their first bikesto friends, just as Gibbons has done.He is now riding his second fixieconversion, he has upgraded fromthe Varsity. He says he is now ridinga 1990 Schwinn Paramount and soldhis older bike to a friend who is nowriding fixed as well.In March of this year, BicycleRetailer and Industry News reportedthe fabled high-end road companySerotta had hired a new man as partof their management team. Whenasked about his stable of steeds, hementioned a fixed-gear bike. Thetrend has reached the upper echelonof cycling culture. This can beseen as a good or bad, the writerof BikesnobNYC, whose identityis secret, claims it is a sign of thecoming of the end of the trend, the“Fixed-gear Apocalypse” as he likesto call it.As in all underground trends thatfind themselves in the mainstream,those who have been riding fixedtend to look down on those whodon’t. Both local riders see thingsin different light. Peterson says itdoesn’t bother him to see othersriding fixies, “I love it when I seepeople on bikes no matter what kind.One less car!” Gibbons echoed hissentiment.This idea of using the bicycle asa form of transportation instead of atoy has fueled the fixie trend. BothGibbons and Peterson mentionedgetting out of their cars as a reasonto ride their bikes and both use itas their main form of transportationaround town.Lance Peterson locking up a skid.As gas prices continue to stretchthe economy and push everydayprices higher, the trend of fixiescould be the next big alternativemode of transportation, which wouldplace the “Fixed-gear Apocalypse”prophecy up there with Weapons ofMass Destruction in Iraq and otherpredictions that never came about.Fixies combine simple bicycleswith gas and pollution independenceto form what many see as a perfectway to get around town. 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16 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>TRAIL OF THE MONTHFlying Dog Trail: The new locals’ favoriteBy Gregg BromkaIf there was ever a trail that couldcompete in popularity with Moab’sSlickrock Trail, it might very wellbe Park City’s Flying Dog Trail.Not that the two trails are remotelycomparable, but Flying Dog is oneveryone’s tongue as of late. If youhave a passion for singletrack–fast,flowing, buffed singletrack–thenyou would be amiss to not ridethis trail. I passed it up all last yearwhile my friends gushed about howit had transformed the GlenwildTrail system from neat and compactto near epic. So, I seized a small,fair-weather window of opportunityin between May’s snow storms andchecked out all the hubbub. True totheir word, Flying Dog rules!Rather than start out on StealthTrail from Glenwild’s Spring Creektrailhead for a mega-loop, I took thedirect approach by heading up FinkAgain Trail from the Jeremy RanchElementary School trailhead. Thewell crafted one-laner rose up thesagebrush slopes at a comfortablepitch, which got me to a full sweatquickly but without redlining myheart rate. 24/7 Connector Trail thencontoured across the hillsides highabove the Jeremy Ranch communityand offered both gradual climbs andplayful descents.Upon encountering the PreserveConnector Trail junction, I flipped acoin and decided to ride the FlyingDog loop clockwise. Moments later,the trail rounded a bend and entereda hollow, and I was instantly transportedinto the peaceful backcountrywith nary a hint of civilization. Avariety of petite springtime bloomspoked from the ground announcingthat winter had finally succumbed tothe fifth month of the year. The pathrose continually, and like the area’sother trails, it was a tribute to thetrail builders’ knack for pleasing themasses while producing sustainabletread.Far into the “back-nine,” I turneda corner and faced a dreaded stripof ankle deep mud several hundredyards long. Snow had receded toisolated drifts nesting clumps ofnewly-budded aspens, but the runofftrickled onto the trail, floodingit with thick, black goo. Althoughthe muck was unridable, it quicklyflung off my tires when I hit dryturf again. Alas, I crested the climbat a low saddle between two knollsand caught a distant glimpse of theWasatch back. Deer Valley and ParkCity Resorts were obscured by amurky combination of rain and dustkicked up by the driving wind inadvance of a forecasted storm, and itwas heading my way. A quick checkof the map showed that I would beheading still farther from the trailhead,but backtracking at this pointwould be more time consuming.As I rolled off the knoll, I shiftedinto high gear and found myself flying,uh, like a dog at full sprint withears cocked back and tongue flappingin the wind. The first switchbacktook me by surprise and forceda full brake lock up. “Bad form,” Iadmitted, reciting IMBA’s Rules ofthe Trail. I ramped up to race-paceagain on the next straightaway, buttrimmed my speed well in advanceof the next turn so that I could bankgracefully through the apex and exitat full tilt.Although I was descending, Iwas breathing heavily when I cameto the junction with the PreserveConnector Trail. Going straight/leftwould lead my off the knoll on a pinball drop through countless hairpinturns to Cobblestone Trail, a sectionI reveled at last season, but timewas waning and I was compelled toveer right for the quick way back to24/7 Trail. This part of the PreserveConnector was fast and rolling, andI dodged stout boughs of oak as Ibanked along the wavering path.The lower section of PreserveConnector dropped more quicklywith fast straights and sharp turnsthrough scrub oak and sage. Sightlines were good, so I let gravity takeover and used my brakes sparinglyback to the intersection with 24/7.On the way in, I didn’t realize howmuch elevation 24/7 gained becauseGlenwild's Flying Dog Trail is singletrack heaven.801-942-3498 or www.intermountaincup.comMarch 1The Desert Rampage, St. George, UTApril 12Cholla Challenge, Hurricane, UTMay 3Showdown at Five Mile Pass, Lehi, UTMay 10Wimmer's Bicycle Race, Sherwood Hills, UTMay 17Soldier Hollow Hammerfest, Heber City, UTMay 26Stan Crane Memorial XC, Draper, UTMay 31The Sundance Spin, Sundance, UT<strong>June</strong> 7Deer Valley Pedalfest, Deer Valley Resort, UT<strong>June</strong> 14Chris Allaire Memorial/<strong>Utah</strong> Open StateChampionship, Solitude, UTJuly19The 20th Annual Mountain Bout, Snowbird, UTJuly 26Taming the Tetons, Jackson Hole, WYAugust 9Wolverine Ridge XC Race, Double Points!,RegionalFinals, Evanston, WYAll races are Cross Country Events, No License Required!photo: joaquimhailer.comon the return out, it descendedgradually and required only periodicpedaling. The tread was smooth–polished–andmy bike floated beneathme as I steered through each wiggleof a turn with little more than aquick but gentle lean to and fro.When I returned to the FinkAgain Trail junction, the sky hadturned even more ominous, butbased on wind speed, cloud formation,sky opacity, and other purelynon-empirical assumptions, I determinedI had fifteen minutes of ridetime left before all hell broke looseoverhead; plenty of time to sneaka descent on one of Bob’s BasinFreestyle Trails. Eenie, meanie,minis, mo: Drop Out Trail was theway to go.By today’s freebie standardsDropout Trail is pretty tame andfull suspension is barely needed,let alone long-travel. It’s more XCwith arcing, nicely banked turns intowhich you can carry lots of speed.Foot-high kickers and drops punctu-Photo: Gregg Bromkaated the mostly smooth straights,and small wood-slat table-topsadded a touch of risk. Even thoughI’m a keep-the-tires-on-the-groundkind of rider, I enjoyed the introductionto Hacking 101 and let someair filter between my tires and theground.As I rolled back to the trailhead,the wind picked up to gale force,and I dove into my car as raindropshit my face horizontally. The nextday snow blanketed Park City, onceagain putting the damper on thisyear’s mountain biking season. Butas soon as the weather warms andtrails dry, I’ll be making a beeline toGlenwild and flying across its trailslike a happy-go-lucky dog.Just the facts:Location: Glenwild; seven milesnorth of Park City at KimballJunction off I-80.Distance: 15 miles with options todouble the distance, or more.Gain: 1,700 feet.Physical Difficulty: Intermediate.Steady climbs but no crushingascents.Technical Difficulty: Low. Smoothrolling singletrack with well craftedbut sharp switchbacks.Trailhead Access: From I-80take Exit 143 for Jeremy Ranch.Turn right onto Rasmussen Road,and park at the Jeremy RanchElementary School. The trailheadis down the gravel road and behindthe maintenance sheds. Cross thebridge over Spring Creek and headup Fink Again Trail. You can startfrom the Spring Creek Trailhead onthe Glenwild Trail system by takingExit 145 off I-80. Turn right ontoBitner Road and left onto GlenwildDrive in a half mile. Climb StealthTrail and take 24/7 Connector Trailpast Fink Again Trail and over toFlying Dog.Get copies of Gregg's <strong>Utah</strong>guidebooks: Bicycling Salt LakeCity, Mountain Biking <strong>Utah</strong>,Mountain Biking <strong>Utah</strong>’s WasatchFront, and Mountain Biking ParkCity & Beyond. at your favoritebike shop.
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 17commuter of the MonthRadical and Rational Thinking From Outside the Bike BoxBy Lou MeliniI have never seen William Atheyor Richard Peterson in a car. Bothare seen riding their bikes everywhereon the streets of Salt LakeCity. Fifty-Five-year-old WilliamAthey traces his bicycle commutingback to the “70’s, riding fromGranger to the University. He thendrove cars for a short time, followedby buses and taxis for a few years.For the past 8 years he has used abike, ditching the buses when herealized it was quicker and easierto get around on a bike exclusively.William has a Marketing degreefrom Westminster College plussome graduate work in ProfessionalCommunications. William has hada number of music related jobs, butis currently employed at the SLClibrary. He has had a few otherinteresting positions, such as a legalobserver for the ACLU of <strong>Utah</strong> duringthe Winter Olympics riding hisbike in temperatures that hit highsof 20°.Richard Peterson has also beena life-long cyclist, tracing his seriousriding back to the “70’s whenhe rode from his undergraduateUniversity of Arizona to Cornell inNew York. This helped inspire himto study air pollution. He eventuallyobtained his PhD in 1986 fromthe University of Washington inSeattle. Due to his research, he hasbeen able to ride in many parts ofthe U.S. as well as in Germany. Heand his wife Bonnie have done severalbike tours in the U.S., Canada,Germany and most of the rest ofEurope. He is currently a Professorof Chemistry at the U. but will bemoving to the Republic of Trinidadand Tobago at the time of this columnis published.<strong>Cycling</strong> <strong>Utah</strong>: William, you have aninteresting collection of bikes. Youalso seem to be well dressed no matterwhat the weather is like.William Athey: I currently have 8bikes, all purchased at yard sales,and all are perfectly in tune andready to ride. My winter bike, aStumpjumper, cost me $35. It has aGMC Yukon faceplate mounted onthe handlebar. When it’s snowing Isay, “Honey, I’m taking the Yukonto work”. In winter I wear an oldsnowboard helmet and ski goggles.I also picked up some waterproof/repellant pants, jackets and gloves.I use a pair of studded tires that alibrary patron donated to me.During the summer, I ditch thehelmet, and ride as close to nakedas I can get. I usually use a backpackto pack my clothes. I ride avariety of bikes, all being variousmountain bikes costing me as littleas $10. I have mounted ArmadilloNimbus tires on most of the bikes.These tires do not get flats. I love toride the Jordan River Parkway, thebicyclist’s nightmare for goat headthorns, and no flats.C.U.: William, your long hair and“homeless” appearance on your bikehave caused you a little harassment.I also hear you were the first criticalmass rider to receive a ticket.W.A.: The police officer admittedin court he singled me out dueto my appearance, which helpedin dismissal of the ticket fromthe Critical Mass ride. Judge Gillrecently visited the library and toldme he still remembers the case andthe police officer’s statement. Thelast time I went to a bicycle advisorycommittee meeting, the guardescorted me to the meeting. On 2occasions I have been accused ofburglarizing my own home afterarriving home on a bicycle with mybackpack. New neighbors accostedme, detained me, and threatened tocall the police, until I proved that Iwas entering my own home, withmy own key.C.U.: William you no longer doCritical Mass (CM) rides; Richardyou still do them. Why is CriticalMass important? Are all CM ridesalike? Does CM contribute to theacceptance of biking in a communityor does it provoke a backlashagainst cyclists?W.A.: Critical Mass is supposedto be a celebration of bicycling.Everyone is supposed to be welcomeand everyone has his or herown reason for riding. I did it as anact of civil disobedience. We shutdown State St., 700 East, 500 Southand 600 South during rush hour. Yeswe angered many motorists in theinterest of promoting bicycling, butsome did calm down after readingthe flyers we passed out. One day amonth for one hour, motor vehicleswere inconvenienced and bicyclestook over the streets. By nature allCM rides are different, the route andthe motor vehicle action will alwaysbe different. CM can contribute toacceptance of bikes in a community.Many times numerous cars honkedin support and cheered the effort.So in answer to your question, theanswer is yes, no and sometimes. Iquit doing CM rides when the spiritof CM became violated. People rodeblocks ahead of slower riders and onone occasion a homeless man on abike joined the group. This wasn’t“approved” and he was harassed.That ended it for me.Richard Peterson: I still ride CriticalMass. Some mess with cagers (cars),some don’t. Some riders obey trafficlaws, some don’t. Some wearhelmets, some don’t. We just havefun. Overall I think CM is neithera positive or negative influence oncommuting. I see many more redlight, stop sign and other traffic lawsignored by drivers and cyclists otherthan Critical Mass riders. It justgives the participants a chance toride together and have fun.C.U.: I hear a lot of people say thatmore bike lanes and segregated bikepaths would more likely changethem from driving a car to riding abike to work. Is this a prime reasonfor people not riding to work?W.M.: No, they don’t want to rideto work. They think it is dangerous.It IS NOT dangerous! Mostpeople aren’t going to ride in rain,snow, or 100 degree heat, no matterhow many bike lanes or segregatedbike paths there are. Location is ahuge factor. I chose to live where Ican bike to get around as opposedto most people who choose to livebased on car use.R.P.: Bike lanes are not the reasonfor not commuting.C.U.: We currently have the mostbike friendly administration in thehistory of Salt Lake. What are 3things that must be done for thisadministration to successfully claimto make SLC more bike friendly?W.A.: Education is number onefor both bicyclists and motorists.Personally I believe the effort isimpossible as there are too manyidiots in cars. How can the Mayorreach them? Enforcement is next,especially cars, but bicycles also.Enforce the 3-foot law! Finallymaintain and improve the bikeroutes. 1700 South is a bike route,it is also has buses, and it is barelywide enough for 2 cars! Thereshould be pedestrian/bike bridgesspanning the RR tracks on 1700South and 800 South. I could go on.Make the bike routes rideable!R.P.: 1. Enforce the laws againstcars; cars kill! 2. Enforce the lawsfor bikes, but bikes do not kill 3.Enforce the laws for cars; cars kill— did I say that already; I guess itneeds to be said again.C.U.: My personal bias is that wewill not see an increase in bicyclecommuting until there is a significantjump in gasoline prices. Whatare your thoughts about this andhow high does this increase needto be?W.A.: I agree with you on this one.Every dollar increase will see acoinciding increase in bicyclists.However if this occurs UTA mustbe prepared for a dramatic increaseof bikes on buses and TRAX. Whatis UTA’s plan when 10 people arewaiting to board a bus that onlyallows 2 bikes?R.P.: I currently doubt that the priceof gas has much influence on peopleleaving cars. After all, the cost ofpurchasing, financing, maintaining,insuring, and registering a car aremuch higher costs than the fuel costwhich the American public continuesto pay. American foreign policyhas shown that it is willing to killpeople for control of oil. What’s $4a gallon compared to that!C.U.: Do cyclist dressed in “civilian”clothing vs. bike clothing getmore respect from drivers? What arethe impacts on how we look on theroad affect public perception?W.A.: Read the citizen commentswhenever any bicycle-related storyappears on the television news or inthe newspaper. There is a frighteningamount of hatred and anger directedat what I call Captain Underpants.These are club riders, the fair-weather,weekend warriors wearing brightcostumes. They are despised andthat hatred is sometimes directedmy way. Why? Because a certainpercentage of the group are arrogant,completely ignoring all trafficordinances. They’ve flipped me offand yell obscenities at me, a fellowcyclist. They are highly visible,good for their safety, but bad dueto the misbehavior of the few. Dueto the stunning amount of hatredexpressed on local comment boards,I feel safer rider in my civilianclothing. Visibility and appearanceare important, but behavior is farmore important. I’m almost startingto believe that a safety courseand bicycle operator licenses arerequired.R.P.: My wife Bonnie is convincedthat she gets more space when she isin civilian clothes and not wearing ahelmet. My experience agrees.C.U.: William, you have sent manycomments from the KSL commentboard to the MBAC. What is theimportance of image of cyclists inthe public eye? How does this affectour rights and safety on the road?Richard Peterson in Maui.W.A.: I mostly answered this inthe above question. There are afew distinct groups of cyclists thatseem to think that the laws do notapply to them. These groups are thetarget or subject of, virtually all thevitriol directed cyclist’s way on thecomment boards. I mentioned onegroup. Another group are the poor,many are immigrants from countrieswhere riding in the opposite directionof traffic is common. How canany education effort reach the membersof this group? The 3rd sprungup fairly recently whom also thinkthat traffic ordinances do not applyto them. Most importantly, aboveattire or anything else, a bicyclistriding with confidence, obeyingtraffic ordinances, gives the motorvehicle operating public a positiveimpression.C.U.: Richard, you have riddenextensively in Germany. What is theprinciple differences affecting therelationship of drivers and cycliststhere vs. here?R.P.: Respect for the law. Peopletypically obey traffic laws whetherin a car or on a bike. The culture isbig on personal responsibility. It isnot an “accident” if you hit someonebecause you are ignoring the rules.In some European countries, thefault is always on the bigger vehicle.If a bike hits a pedestrian, it is thecyclist’s fault. If a car hits a bike,it is the driver’s fault. In Germany,all streets are “Complete Streets”.<strong>Cycling</strong> and walking are relativelysafe. People of all ages walk andride all year round. How often doyou see old ladies doing their shoppingon a bike here in SLC? InMuenster that is the norm. Manystores don’t even have parking forcars.C.U.: Richard, As a Professor ofchemistry I want to know whatyou think of the “Red, Yellow, andGreen” alerts the State Division ofAir Quality publishes in the wintertime.Is this system effective?Personally, it seems that peopledrive more on red days. Am I correct?Do you have any alternativesolutions?R.P.: I have had my students maketraffic counts and the color codesseem to make little if any difference.Typical solutions globally are to banprivate motor vehicles in affectedareas and give free public transit. Itis odd that our presidential candidateswant to lower gas taxes. Thegas tax should be retained, in factincreased with the revenue put intofree public transit This would actuallybenefit air quality.If you have a suggestion for acommuter profile, have a commuterquestion you wish me toaddress, or other comments,please send them to lou@cyclingutah.com.
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JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 19FILM review"Seasons" Showcases Freeride TalentBy James KirkI saw the new Collective film“Seasons” last month. The filmpremiered at Brewvie’s in Salt Laketo a packed house. For those of youwho don’t know, The Collective isa group of filmmakers and freeriderswho have united to producemountain biking films of the highestcaliber. “The Collective and “Roam”were their last 2 films; both of thesewere received with rave reviews.“Seasons”, their latest film, details7 top freeriders and downhillersthroughout the 4 seasons. Honestly,I was expecting the worst. I’ve seenjust about every freeride/downhillfilm that has come out since thesport was invented. I’ve grownvery tired and discouraged withthe genre. I expected just anotherMTV style flick depicting full-facehelmets, body armor, skidding downhills and hitting jumps to a cheesymetal and rap soundtrack, but this isa “Collective” film, it should be different,right? I was surprised. It wasa film about dudes sliding downhilland dirt jumping but nonetheless itwas presented in a very fresh, satisfyingway.The film opens with Steve Peatrecollecting on his past 3 World cupwins and how he’ll attempt to stayon top this year. Several minutes of“Peaty” sliding through the Englishmud at mach speeds gave me a newrespect for downhill racing and theexpertise required to stay at the frontof the game.Cam McCaul is up next executinginsane tricks. We see him ridethrough his neighborhood down thewrong side of the street at machspeed. We then see his trick tolearning all those absurdly, difficultstunts. Cam has built a huge towerin his backyard which he uses toget enough speed to jump into hisbackyard pool. The piece is followedby the contrast of Darren Barreclothjumping into a chilly, Canadian lake,sporting a wetsuit to tolerate thecold.The cinematography really startsto shine in the Cam’s segment. TheCollective has mastered the art ofzip-line filming. The makers of thefilm will construct a hanging hightension line over whatever sectionof trail they want to film. A cameramanis then rigged to the line to filmthe riders at high speed, up close forlong sections of trail. It translatesthe feeling of riding so much betterthan stationary filming locations. It’smountain bike footage like you’venever seen it before.The next segment is AndrewShandro reflecting on his legacy inDownhill and freeride mountain biking.But mostly the segment comesoff as him telling the audience (andhis sponsors) over and over that he’snot too old for this kid’s stuff.The “Awww Shucks” part ofmovie consists of Steve Smith beingshuttled by his mom in VancouverBC. Steve is one of Canada’s youngestup and coming downhill stars.His mom truly believes that everyshuttle ride up is one step closer toachieving her son’s goal of worldchampionship. This mom rocksevery bit as hard as anyone else inthis movie!Matt Hunter’s huge 75 foot gapis the icing on the cake. This jumpis by far one of the burliest thingsI’ve seen done on a bike. It madethe movie. The segment gets killedhowever by Matt proclaiming thevirtues of ripping up singletrack on amotorcycle. Yea, whatever Matt…The Mt Psychosis downhill raceis a 4000’ all singletrack descent.The film spends a few minutesshowing us the magnitude of therace and how difficult it is to evenfinish. The record time is just under13 minutes. Hearing the top riders inthe world complain about enduringmore than 6 minutes of effort wasworth a chuckle.The personalized segments endwith Thomas Vanderham in hisown personally constructed jumpparadise. The viewer watches as hecalculates how much speed he needsto clear a massive step-up. Thespeed ends up being faster than hecan pedal, yet somehow he stompsthe landing.The film wraps up with theCrankworx competition in Whistler.Crankworx in Whistler is theSuperbowl of freeriding. All the bestshow up. The scene concludes withall the major characters of the movieriding A-line and Karate monkey ina high speed, super-tight gravy trainof the worlds most skilled riders.All in all I liked it. It was a funmovie and it surprisingly enough gotme stoked to ride. That’s the goal ofmost bike porn, right? The cinematographywas the best I’ve ever seenin an action sports movie. I wasbummed by the unashamed dependenceon engines and bike pushingto accomplish just about everythingin this film. <strong>Cycling</strong> is about pedalingright? Anyway, enough of mysoapbox, Seasons is an outstandingfilm documenting freeride anddownhill racing at its cutting edge.The sound tracking was pleasingand appropriate rather than irritating.Scenic locations weren’t usedto carry the film but rather a mix ofgreat interviews, technically stunningfootage and the world’s bestriders doing their thing is what madeMechanic's CornerTo Tube, or Not to Tube?By Tom Jowthe film. This is how cycling filmsare supposed to be made. It’s wellworth the price of the DVD. You’llwatch it over and over.James Kirk is an ex bike shopguy turned computer guy. Findhim at mountainbikesaltlake.Find out more about"Seasons" at www.thecollectivefilm.com.What’s on your mind?Send your feedback andletters to theeditor to:dave@cyclingutah.comAt the turn of the century one of the hottest newtechnologies was the tubeless tire system. Now, it seemsto be all but forgotten. Unlike many components, thereare just not that many new developments to be made tokeep this performance enhancer in the limelight. In fact,many mountain bikes come equipped with tubeless compatiblecomponents and their owners don’t know it. Assalespeople, sometimes we even forget to mention it. Butusing a tubeless tire system can increase the performanceand enjoyment of our rides. There are two distinct typesof tubeless systems available today.In order to create a tubeless tire system, an airtightseal was needed in the rim bed. Mavic accomplished thisby developing a method of installing the spokes from thehub side of the rim, leaving the inner rim bed completelysealed. The rim bead seat was also redesigned to providean airtight seal and Universal System Tubeless (UST)was born. The tire companies Hutchinson and Michelindesigned special tires that use a stronger bead wire towithstand the increased stress of the airtight bead seal.In addition, the UST tire has a layer of rubber inside thecasing to complete the air containment.Why go tubeless? The benefits of tubeless tiresinclude lower rolling resistance, greater traction and lesspunctures. Without a tube, the rider can use lower tirepressure with less risk of pinch flats. With lower pressure,the tire contact patch is larger which provides moretraction. The rolling resistance is decreased because withthe lower tire pressure because the tire deforms and rollsover more objects instead of being deflected.However, benefits do not come without cost.Upgrading to a UST wheel set with tires will cost severalhundred dollars. Weight is always an issue on abicycle, especially when it comes to wheels. A tubelesswheel set is of comparable weight, but the tubeless tireis a little heavier than its non-tubeless counterpart withtube. Installation can be frustrating if the tire does notinflate right away. Also, air pressure of approximately60psi is needed to seat the bead completely; not an easytask without a floor pump or compressed air. Finally, thetire is still subject to punctures from sharp objects, andpinch flats can still occur if the tire pressure is too low.Instead of pinching a tube, the tire will have two puncturesin it.A lower cost alternative to UST tubeless is a tubelessconversion kit. While Bontrager manufactures a kit forits own brand, the most popular conversion kit is madeby NoTubes.com. The tubeless conversion is made possibleby a rim strip and valve combination that sealsthe rim spoke holes and provides an airtight bead seat.Therefore, any UST tire can then be used. More oftenthough, a standard tube tire is used with a liquid sealantinside.The benefits of a tubeless conversion kit are many.First, it provides all the performance enhancements ofa tubeless tire system at a much lower cost. Second, thewheels are much lighter weight if used with sealant anda tube type tire. Finally, puncture resistance is increasedwith the sealant and seating the bead is often easier.Tubeless conversion kits also have own their drawbacks.Installing or removing the sealant can be messy.Latex based sealants are prone to drying out, needing tobe “refreshed every couple months or so. Similar to USTtubeless, initial inflation and sealing can sometimes be achallenge. Tire selection is reduced due to manufacturersrecommendations.Replacing tires is often a task that no one wantsto do. New tires are not nearly as glamorous as a newshock. But look at the stacks of tires in any race truckand you will see how important tires are to performance.The correct tire and the benefits of tubeless could be justwhat you need to put a little excitement into your riding.Ten years later, what’s next? Road tubeless.Tips for Tubeless• Follow the manufacturers recommendations andinstructions.• Upon initial inflation, lubricate tire beads with soapywater. Use as little pressure as necessary to seat the beadand wear safety glasses.• When using sealant, immediately after seating thebeads, shake the tire horizontally to better distribute theliquid.• Start with initial pressure 5psi less than with tubes.Decrease slowly until comfortable or you reach 30psi.Inadequate pressure leads to pinch flats and decreasedcontrol.• When performing repairs, unlock as few tire beads asnecessary. That means one.• Inspect tire casings, treads and inflation pressureoften• Tubeless conversion for Cyclocross.Tom works at Wild Rose Sports in Salt LakeCity. He has done sales, repairs, race team supportand bicycle fitting for nearly 30 years.IMBA’s <strong>2008</strong> World Summit to beheld in Park City in <strong>June</strong>Mountain biking enthusiasts from around the globewill gather in Park City, <strong>Utah</strong>, <strong>June</strong> 18-21 for the <strong>2008</strong>IMBA World Summit. IMBA Summits bring mountainbiking advocates, land managers, ski resort professionals,trailbuilders, tourism officials and the bike industrytogether for collaboration, planning and celebration."We could not be more excited about the locationof our <strong>2008</strong> gathering," says IMBA executive directorMike Van Abel. "Park City is a model trails communityand IMBA's host club, the Mountain Trails Foundation,is also a model of shared-use leadership, with nonmotorizedgroups coming together to create amazingtrails and maybe more important, a tight-knit trailscommunity.""Park City was losing its trails to rapid development.In the course of a couple of years, we went fromtrails being an after-thought in the planning processto where trails are given equal weight with streets andutilities in new development," said Mountain TrailsFoundation founder and IMBA Board Member TomClyde. "Practically all of the trail system is on privateland, and now there is almost a competition among thedevelopment community to see who can build the besttrails. This is because an active trails community gotbehind the cause."The <strong>2008</strong> IMBA Summit will be open to the public,and will feature advocacy seminars, trailbuilding workshops,networking, great food, parties, celebrity guestspeakers and some big surprises. Topics will includethe economic power of trails, sustainable trailbuilding,liability and risk management, urban trail networks,building club capacity and much more.IMBA's most recent Summit attracted more than400 delegates from 17 nations for three days of seminarsand discussions in Whistler, BC. A compendiumof online resources can be found at IMBA's website(imba.com).
20 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>cycling utahRACE RESULTSMountainBikeRacing14th Annual Showdown at 5-MilePass, Lehi, UT May 3rd, <strong>2008</strong>,Intermountain Cup MountainBike Racing Series - Race 3 of 1212 & Under1. Griffin S. Park; 0:22:542. Brent Blackwell; Team Red Rock 0:26:003. Daniel Brown; Bikers Edge 0:27:264. Brayden Nielsen; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:28:425. Zachary Peterson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:30:099 & Under1. Cameron Larson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners0:09:322. Joshua Peterson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:09:473. Shawn Nielson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:10:054. Nate Ferguson; Mad Dog Cycles 0:10:115. Thomas Zenger; Racers Cycle Service 0:12:17Beg Men 19-291. Eric Ellis; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:54:082. Jake Carroll 0:59:523. Michael Buhler; Infinite Cycles 1:00:104. Darren L. Stirland; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:02:395. Adam Simmons 1:07:08Beg Men 30-391. Jeff Phillippi; Revolution/Peak Fasteners0:54:242. Derek Ransom; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:54:313. Matt Brown 0:57:014. Spencer Reeve ; Revolution 0:57:415. Gavril Muscalu; 1:01:08Beg Men 40+1. Jim Jackson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:56:442. Kevin Moffitt; Mad Dog Cycles 0:57:153. Todd Jackson 0:59:404. Scott Van Wagoner; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:01:165. Brian Wells 1:02:14Beginner 13-151. Hunter Tolbert; KUHL/Scott USA 0:59:352. Kyle Jackson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:01:223. Ryan Westermann; Spin Cycle 1:08:434. Tanner Bishoff; Mad Dog Cycles 1:11:315. Jake Van Wagoner; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:22:29Beginner 16-181. John Burton; JoRide/EK Ekcessories 0:52:582. Skyler Hancock; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:57:013. Joseph Moffitt; Mad Dog Cycles 0:58:544. Lance Jarvis; <strong>Utah</strong> Mountain Biking 1:03:155. Dylan Tanner; <strong>Utah</strong> Mountain Biking 1:03:25Beginner Women1. Meg Plank; 1:06:132. Ashleigh Cramer; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:24:03Clydesdale1. Jonathan Rose; Revolution/Peak Fasteners0:57:362. Greg Johnson; Mad Dog Cycles 1:02:193. Aaron (23) Mullins 1:04:404. Jeff Rose 1:06:515. Russell Meeks 1:08:35Exp Men 19-291. Robbie Squire ; Devo 2:22:022. Ryan Krusemark; Kuhl/Scott 2:28:063. Brian(25) Tolbert; KUHL/Scott USA 2:30:064. Jason Smith; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 2:31:495. Daniel Nelson; Racer’s Cycle Service 2:36:25Exp Men 30-391. Todd Neumaker; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com2:23:082. Mark S. Johnsen; Racers Cycle Service 2:25:163. Paz M. Ortiz; Porcupine 2:26:064. Justin Wilson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners2:26:425. Stephen Wasmund Cutthroat Racing 2:27:02Exp Men 40+1. Fred D. Porter; Kuhl/Scott 2:27:572. Chris Bingham; Porcupine/Canyon Sports2:28:063. Glen Adams; Porcupine/Canyon Sports 2:28:424. Brad Keyes; Racers Cycle Service 2:29:165. Daren Cottle; Porcupine/Specialized Racing2:33:20Expert Women1. Lara H. Kendall; White Pine Touring 2:02:492. Lisa R. White; KUHL/Scott USA 2:05:523. Ellen Guthrie; Spin Cycle 2:12:224. Rachel Cieslewicz; Monavie/Cannondale2:12:265. Heather Gilbert; Cutthroat 2:15:14Men 50+1. Roger Gillespie; Mona Vie Cannondale 1:44:152. Dwight Hibdon; Mad Dog Cycles 1:44:233. Dana Harrison; Revolution Peak Fastener1:45:474. Robert Westermann; Spin Cycle 1:46:065. Bruce Lyman; Mad Dog Cycles 1:49:02Men 57+1. Bill Dark; Mad Dog 1:08:202. Marv White; 1:15:293. Brent L. Petersen; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:31:154. Steve Holcomb 2:08:395. Gene Poncelet 2:11:10Pro Men1. Bart Gillespie; Mona Vie Cannondale 2:55:412. David Welsh 3:06:443. Alex Grant; Rocky Mountain Bicycles 3:09:434. Chad Harris; Racers Cycle Service 3:13:445. Kevin(5) Day; Biker’s Edge/DestinationHomes3:13:45Pro Women1. Heather Holmes; Kenda/X-Fusion/Titus 2:35:522. Roxanne Toly; Jans 2:48:283. Kara C.(22) Holley; Mad Dog/Subaru/GaryFisher 2:48:454. Erika (24) Powers; Revolution/Peak Fasteners2:54:19Single-Speed1. Carman Espinoza; Darhma Wheels Cyclert1:51:382. Von Edwards; Cutthroat Racing 1:52:083. Tyler Fought; Cole Sport 1:56:104. Spike Huismann; Triple “T” Heating andCooling 2:00:385. Vinie Adams; Kuhl/Scott 2:01:59Sport Women1. Whitney Pogue; Revolution 2:00:382. Brittany L. Kener; Mad Dog Cycles 2:13:243. Alison Vrehn; Revolution/Peak Fasteners2:13:554. Jamie Markosian; West Valley Auto Plaza2:14:465. Liana Gregory; Cutthroat 2:21:13Sport/Expert 13-151. Justin Griffin; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:01:212. Merrick Taylor; Color Country <strong>Cycling</strong> 1:04:473. John Erik Lyons; Autoliv 1:05:434. Conner Smith; Autoliv 1:06:12Sport/Expert 16-181. Logan Phippin; Kuhl Scott 1:37:302. Tanner Cottle; Porcupine/Specalized 1:39:293. Danny Van Wagoner; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:45:094. Joshua Brown; Bikers Edge 1:46:575. Zane Enders; Autoliv 2:00:59Spt Men 19-291. Garrett H. Kener; Mad Dog Cycles 1:48:542. Durke Z. Gordon; Farm Bureau FinancialServices 1:49:083. Kyle Cramer; Y <strong>Cycling</strong> 1:51:564. Stephen Brown; <strong>Utah</strong> Mountain Biking 1:53:165. Cassidy Anderson; Racer Cycle/Honda/TLD1:55:45Spt Men 30-341. Richard Heckmann 1:41:362. Branch Jeremy; Revolution/Peak Fasteners11:39:003. Mike Oblad; Ellsworth/Hyland Cyclery 1:50:024. Aaron Smith(1Credit08); Racer’s Cycle Service1:50:135. Justin Jensen ; Revolution/DNA 1:52:06Spt Men 35-391. Michael Raemisch; OSG 1:42:332. Stephen L. Hales; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:45:273. Greg Larson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 1:47:214. Matt Collier; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:48:435. Denmark Jensen; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:51:07Spt Men 40+1. Jay Griffin; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:45:442. Reed Topham 1:47:073. Trent Wignall; Revolution/DNA cycling 1:48:414. Jim Harper; Peak Fasteners/Revolution 1:49:245. Keith K.(19) Payne; Mad Dog/Subaru/GaryFisher 1:51:47Women 35+1. Dot Verbrugge; Mad Dog Cycles 1:07:112. Heather L. Hemmingway-Hales; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 1:09:473. Tonya Hutchison 1:10:354. Jolene Nosack; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:10:595. Tasha Keyes; Racers Cycle Service 1:11:45Wimmer’s XC at Sherwood 08,May 10, <strong>2008</strong> - Logan, <strong>Utah</strong>,Intermountain Cup MountainBike Racing Series - Race #4 of 1212 & Under1. ZacharyPeterson;<strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:10:422. Grayson Pitcher; Joyride/EK 0:10:503. Terran Adams 0:11:054. Jonah Fambro; Young Riders 0:11:065. Brayden Nielson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:11:159 & Under1. Joshua Peterson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:09:202. Cameron Larson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners0:10:513. Mandy Clark; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:10:524. Shawn Nielson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:11:135. Bryce Ellis 0:12:07Beginner 16-181. John Burton; Joyride Bikes/EK 1:23:372. Lance Jarvis; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:41:443. Bryan Tello; Autoliv 2:03:39Beg Men 19-291. Neil Erdenbrack 1:21:462. Jordan Zobell 1:22:113. Clayton Coleman 1:35:494. David Roth 2:07:03Beg Men 30-391. Derek Ransom; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:26:122. David Allen; Golds Gym 1:32:083. John Powell; Wimmer’s 1:33:354. Dale Hutchings; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:42:445. Brandon Whiteley 1:45:57Beg Men 40+1. Jim Jackson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:21:202. Jack Lyons 1:27:213. Brad Ellis; Wimmer’s 1:34:224. Jason Sparks; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:39:305. Mark Crosby; Taylors Bike Shop 1:40:04Beginner 13-151. Kyle Jackson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:47:172. Kyle Mohlman; Ames Promoting 0:53:493. Destrey Enders; Autoliv 0:58:04Beginner Women1. Brigitte Felt; Joyride Bikes/EK Ekcessories0:47:522. Rachel Hutchings; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:11:423. Debby Reber 1:17:13Clydesdale1. Jonathan Rose; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:11:102. Aaron (23) Mullins 1:27:233. Weston Voth 1:30:084. Bill Webb; Autoliv 1:45:23Exp Men 19-291. Ryan Krusemark; Kuhl/Scott 1:45:352. Josh Carter; WSU 1:49:293. Brent Pontius; Junction City Cyclists 1:49:564. Ryan Blaney; Kuhl/Scott 1:53:005. Brandon Cross; Guthrie Bicycles 1:53:01Exp Men 30-391. Justin Wilson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:47:372. Mark Johansen; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:47:483. Ryan Ashbridge; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:48:054. Paz Ortiz; Porcupine 1:49:055. Drew Neilson; Wimmer’s/Logan Race Club1:57:09Exp Men 40+1. Fred Porter; Kuhl/Scott 1:51:232. Daren Cottle; Porcupine/Specialized Racing1:52:063. Mark Skarpohl; Wimmer’s 1:53:554. Bob (10) Saffell; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:54:135. Karl Vizmeg; Mad Dog Cycles 1:54:34Expert Women1. Mary Wilcox; KUHL/Scott USA 1:36:232. Lisa R. White; KUHL/Scott USA 1:37:523. Michelle Hollingsed; Prorcupine/SpecializedRacing 1:40:14Keep in ShapeNo Matter the Season 5445 South 900 East Salt Lake City, UT 841174. Ellen Guthrie; Spin Cycle Racing 1:42:375. Jody Anderson; Revolution 1:43:29Men 50+1. Roger Gillespie; MonaVie/Cannondale 1:30:562. Bruce Lyman; Mad Dog 1:34:563. Mark Enders; Autoliv 1:41:404. Kevin Johansen; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:42:385. Paul Moote; Mad Dog 1:43:48Men 57+1. Brad A.(18) Mullen; Mad Dog Cycles 1:03:582. Bill Dark; Mad Dog 1:08:263. Nick Rees 1:17:174. Bruce R.(14) Argyle; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:24:205. Steve Holcomb 2:04:18Pro Men1. Alex Grant; Rocky Mtn Bicycles 1:59:432. Bart Gillespie; MonaVie/Cannondale 2:00:263. Chris Holley; Subaru/Gary Fisher/Mad Dog2:04:354. Taylor Foss; Kuhl/Scott 2:08:025. Cary Smith; Hoback Sports 2:09:27Pro Women1. Heather Holmes; Kenda/Titus/Hayes 1:53:192. KC Holley; Subaru/Gary Fisher/Mad Dog 2:00:443. Amanda Riley-Carey; Kenda/Titus/Hayes2:02:464. Jen Hanks; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 2:04:505. Erika (24) Powers; Revolution/Peak Fasteners2:10:18Single-Speed1. Cary Smith; Hoback Sports/Powerbar 1:21:342. Carman Espinoza; Dharma Wheels Cyclery1:31:113. Spike Huismann; Triple “T” Heating 1:37:594. Vince Adams; Kuhl/Scott 1:38:315. Seth Gunderson; Salt Sea Pirates 1:40:00Sport Women1. Lucy J. Jordan; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:13:272. Brittany L. Kener; Mad Dog Cycles 1:14:133. Leslie Knowlton-Fredette; Revolution/PeakFasteners 1:15:414. Jennie Wade; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:17:495. Alison Vrehn; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:19:19Sport/Expert 13-151. Merrick Taylor; Color Country <strong>Cycling</strong> 1:01:252. Justin Griffin; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:02:283. Conner Smith; Autoliv 1:09:50Sport/Expert 16-181. Logan Phippin; Kuhl Scott 0:56:012. Tanner Cottle; Porcupine/Specalized 0:59:573. Danny VanWagoner; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:01:164. Zane Enders; Autoliv 1:07:455. Josh Elston; Autoliv 1:13:35Spt Men 19-291. Stephen Brown; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:38:182. Casey Zaugg 1:38:483. Tyler Margetts; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:39:334. Garrett H. Kener; Mad Dog Cycles 1:43:205. Landon Weight; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:44:27Spt Men 30-341. Aaron Smith; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:30:162. Lance Christiansen; Wimmer’s/Logan RaceClub 1:30:393. Justin Jensen; Revolution/DNA 1:34:364. Jared Richards; Mad Dog Cycles 1:40:405. Mike Oblad; Ellsworth/Hyland Cyclery 1:40:45Spt Men 35-391. Stephen L. Hales; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:33:582. Greg Larson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 1:36:343. Thom Hatch; Wimmer’s 1:37:364. Kent Carlsen; Wimmer’s 1:38:495. Matt Collier; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:39:44Spt Men 40+1. Reed Topham 1:33:55CALL TODAYFOR MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION801-261-3426 2. Jay Griffin; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:35:263. Jim Harper; Peak Fasteners/Revolution 1:38:424. Brad Sneed; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:43:345. Josh Gunter; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> 1:43:47Women 35+1. Dot Verbrugge; Mad Dog Cycles 0:48:442. Tasha Keyes; Racer’s Cycle Service 1:00:213. Kendra S. Clark; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:02:124. Sally Hutchings; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:12:446th Annual Hammerfest atSoldier Hollow, Presented ByCole Sport and Brothers Bikes,Intermountain Cup MountainBike Racing Series, SoldierHollow May 17, <strong>2008</strong> - Race #5of 1212 & Under1. Griffin S. Park; 0:29:392. Brent Blackwell; Team Red Rock 0:33:203. Zachary Peterson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:34:524. Cale Pilling; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 0:37:415. Jonah Fambro; Young Riders 0:37:429 & Under1. Joshua Peterson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:05:482. Cameron Larson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners0:06:163. Shawn Nielsen; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:06:284. Joe Pilling; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 0:06:545. Bryn Bingham; Pocupine 0:07:18Beg Men 19-291. Darren L. Stirland; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:54:512. Ladd Bradley 1:01:51Beg Men 30-391. John Rose 0:46:502. Derek Ransom; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:47:313. Matt Brown 0:48:064. Gavril Muscalu 0:52:055. Spencer Reeve ; Revolution 0:52:23Beg Men 40+1. Jim Jackson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:49:212. Kevin Moffitt; Mad Dog Cycles 0:51:033. Jack Lyons; Autoliv 0:51:144. Jason Sparks; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:54:495. Russ Margetts; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com0:55:44Beginner 13-151. Kyle Jackson; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 0:53:422. Destrey Enders; Autoliv 0:59:203. Ryan Westermann; Spin Cycle 1:00:074. Jake Van Wagoner; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:07:535. Erich Kolan; Revolution 1:17:251. Joseph Moffitt; Mad Dog Cycles 0:51:392. Dylan Tanner; <strong>Utah</strong> Mountain Biking 0:53:083. Lance Jarvis; <strong>Utah</strong> Mountain Biking 0:56:464. Seth Ferguson; Mad Dog Cycles 0:57:125. Mark Rowley; Bikers Edge 0:57:55Beginner Women1. Katie Nighorn 1:01:382. Shae Johansen; Racers Cycle Service 1:02:553. Shauna Powell 1:16:454. Kristine Eccles 1:17:075. Rachel Hutchings; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:23:33Clydesdale1. Jonathan Rose; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:07:252. Greg Johnson; Mad Dog Cycles 1:11:363. Eric M. Rose; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 1:12:41Exp Men 19-291. Ryan Krusemark; Kuhl/Scott 2:07:342. Brian(25) Tolbert; KUHL/Scott USA 2:10:393. Brandon Cross; Guthrie/Rawbean 2:12:144. Ryan M. Blaney; Kuhl/Scott 2:14:415. Jason Smith; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 2:16:05Exp Men 30-391. Mark Johansen; Racers Cycle Service 2:06:112. Paz M. Ortiz; Porcupine 2:07:163. Ryan Ashbridge; Revolution/Peak Fasteners2:07:384. Isaac Wilson; Mona Vie/Jans 2:07:585. Thom Morton; White Pine Touring 2:12:37Exp Men 40+1. Bob (10) Saffell; Revolution/PeakFasteners 2:09:142. Jack Dainton; Team Dar 2:10:113. Fred D. Porter; Kuhl/Scott 2:11:204. Chris Bingham; Porcupine/CanyonSports 2:11:395. Brad Keyes; Vassago Cycles 2:14:27Expert Women1. Laura Howat; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team1:52:042. Michelle Hollingsed; Prorcupine/SpecializedRacing 1:52:513. Mary Wilcox; KUHL/Scott USA 1:55:574. Jenelle Kremer; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:57:555. Laura Patten; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 2:02:40Men 50+1. Dana Harrison; Revolution Peak Fastener1:30:262. Robert Westermann; Spin Cycle 1:31:373. Roger Gillespie; Mona Vie Cannondale 1:34:254. Scott Toly; Cole Sport 1:34:395. Bruce Lyman; Mad Dog Cycles 1:35:46Men 57+1. Bill Dark; Mad Dog 1:06:012. Bruce R.(14) Argyle; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:12:513. Brad A.(18) Mullen; Mad Dog Cycles 1:17:274. Gene Poncelet 1:18:525. Steve Holcomb 1:51:43Pro Men1. Bart Gillespie; Mona Vie Cannondale 2:06:292. Alex Grant; Rocky Mountain Bicycles 2:09:443. Chris(8) Holley; Mad Dog/Subaru/Gary Fisher2:13:104. Kevin(5) Day; Kuhl.Scott 2:13:565. Aaron Stites; Racer’s Cycle Service 2:15:53Pro Women1. Kara C.(22) Holley; Mad Dog/Subaru/GaryFisher 2:22:562. Erika (24) Powers; Revolution/Peak Fasteners2:30:123. Roxanne Toly; Jans 2:36:494. Tiffany A. Pezzulo; PCIM 2:41:355. Pamela Hanlon; Jans 2:49:55Single-Speed1. Jamie Pogue; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:28:252. Carman Espinoza; Darhma Wheels Cyclert1:31:143. Spike Huismann; Triple “T” Heating andCooling 1:32:524 Denny Kalar; Cole Sport 1:37:215. Patrick Batten; Wind driven Blinds 1:41:59Sport Women1. Whitney Pogue; Revolution 1:04:312. Sonja Heuscher 1:05:163. Tanya Swenson; ColeSport 1:05:424. Lucy J. Jordan; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:08:215. Dayna Deuter; Revolution 1:08:54Sport/Expert 13-151. Merrick Taylor; Color Country <strong>Cycling</strong> 0:58:412. Justin Griffin; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:01:293. John Erik Lyons; Autoliv 1:02:194. Parker DeGray; Young Riders 1:04:135. Dylan Klautt; Young Riders 1:04:14Sport/Expert 16-181. Keegan Swenson; Young Riders 1:27:322. Tanner Cottle; Porcupine/Specalized 1:30:583. Joshua Brown; Bikers Edge 1:35:254. Conor Mathews; Young Riders 1:35:385. Zane Enders; Autoliv 1:41:33Spt Men 19-291. Cassidy Anderson; Racer Cycle/Honda/TLD1:27:452. Durke Z. Gordon; Farm Bureau FinancialServices 1:33:193. Rick Washburn; Mad Dog Cycles 1:34:174. Tyler Margetts; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:35:305. Garrett H. Kener; Mad Dog Cycles 1:35:49Spt Men 30-341. Richard Heckmann 1:28:592. Jesse Sorenson; Mad Dog Cycles 1:32:043. Jared Richards; Mad Dog 1:35:054. Mike Oblad; Ellsworth/Hyland Cyclery 1:36:245. Jim L. White; KUHL/Scott USA 1:39:20Spt Men 35-391. Michael Raemisch; OSG 1:30:412. Stephen L. Hales; Revolution/Peak Fasteners1:31:093. Greg Larson; Revolution/Peak Fasteners 1:33:004. Denmark Jensen; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:35:495. Thomas Hatch; Wimmers 1:37:59Spt Men 40+1. Dave Smith; Red Rock 1:33:352. Jay Griffin; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com 1:33:523. Reed Topham 1:34:094. Gardener Brown; Bikers Edge 1:36:365. Keith K.(19) Payne; Mad Dog/Subaru/GaryFisher 1:37:10Women 35+1. Dot Verbrugge; Mad Dog Cycles 0:58:172. Kendra S. Clark; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:02:053. Jennifer Curry; Mad Dog 1:05:294. Sally Hutchings; <strong>Utah</strong>MountainBiking.com1:10:385. Tasha Keyes; Vassago Cycles 1:11:43RoadRacingOgden BDO Criterium, UCA PointsSeries, May 3, <strong>2008</strong>, Ogden, <strong>Utah</strong>Pro/1/2 Male1. Cameron Hoffman; American Radd2. Dave Harward; Porcupine/specialized Racing3. Ira Tibbitts; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl4. Chris Pietrzak; Porcupine/specialized Racing5. Kirk Eck; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl6. Sam Krieg; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl7. Bryson Perry; American R.a.d.d. Presented by8. Ben D’hulst; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl9. Patrick Fasse; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team10. Ryan Barrett; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee ClMaster Male 55+1. Gary Simmons; Bountiful Mazda2. Phil Pattison; Team Inertia3. Henry Ebell; Canyon Bicycles of Salt Lake4. Douglas CottleMaster Male 45+1. Jeff Ure; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team2. Louis Riel; Canyon Bicycles3. Dirk Cowley; Ffkr/sbo P/b Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>4. Mark Schaefer; Paultracy.com5. Donald Armstrong; Paultracy.com6. Mark Chrysler; Dare7. Mark Zimbelman; Bountiful Mazda8. Gary Swain; Canyon Bicycles9. Bob Walker; Bountiful Mazda10. Scott Busby; Eastside VeloMaster Male 35+1. John Mckone; Northwave/x-men2. Robert Sorenson; Canyon Bicycles Slcc3. Jon Gallagher; Cole Sport4. Brian Boudreau; Dare5. Mark Schaefer; Paultracy.com6. Mark Miller; Canyon Bicycles/draper7. Andre Gonzalez; Canyon Bicycles8. Gary Porter; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team9. Jeff Ure; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team10. Clyde Done; Ffkr/sbo P/b Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>Junior1w. Jenna Gardner; Pcim1. Bruce Hoffman; American Radd2. Jedd Cox; Joyride Bikes/ek Ekcessories3. Dana Hoffman; Ogden One4. Julian FowkesCat 5 Male1. Inacio Lopez2. Ben Towery; Team Excelerator3. Casey Marker; Team Excelerator4. Jacob Balls5. Sam Serrano; Northshore6. Kevan Steed; Team Excelerator7. Kenneth Werthmann8. Kirk Johnson; Team Excelerator9. Todd Vincent; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team10. Mike TeschCat 4 Male1. Ryan Westenskow; Ogden One2. John Thomas; Porcupine3. Dustin Thiel; Porcupine4. Shane Dunleavy; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team5. Colby Tanner; Spin Cycle Racing6. Taylor Eisenhart; Ffkr/sbo P/b Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>7. James Crawford; Binghams/north Shore8. Karsten Shumway; Spin <strong>Cycling</strong>9. Justin Bingham; Binghams/northshore10. Alan Stettler; American RaddCat 4 Female1. Diane Evans; Bountiful Mazda2. Jamie Carter; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team3. Shanna Matheson; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team4. Melanie Helm; Wasatch Women’s <strong>Cycling</strong> Club5. Jillian Gardner; Pcim6. Kris Vincent; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> TeamCat 3 Male1. Gary Swain; Velocity Cyclists/canyon Bicyc2. Brian Boudreau; Dare3. Samuel Moore; Porcupine <strong>Cycling</strong>4. Connor O’leary; Velosport Racing5. Todd Taft; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team6. Cameron Candelaria; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team7. Nick Ekdahl; Rocky Mountain <strong>Cycling</strong> Club8. Jason Houchin; Rocky Mountain <strong>Cycling</strong> Club9. Aaron Rennert; Spin Cycle Racing10. Aaron Olsen; Velosport RacingDarek Leyde Memorial <strong>Utah</strong>State Criterium Championship,May 10, <strong>2008</strong>, Rocky MountainRaceways, West Valley City, <strong>Utah</strong>Pro Cat 1-2 Male1. RYAN BARRETT; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl2. Chris Pietrzak; Porcupine/Specialized Racing3. Darren Lill; BMC4. Bryson Perry; American R.A.D.D. presented by5. Cameron Hoffman; American R.A.D.D.presented byProud printer of <strong>Cycling</strong> <strong>Utah</strong> Since 199358 North Main • P.O. Box 390 • Tooele, <strong>Utah</strong> 84074-0390435-882-0050 • Salt Lake 801-355-6525 • Toll Free 866-721-9992Fax 435-882-6123 • www.tbpublishing.com
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 21Bicycles on UTA’s FrontRunner Commuter RailBicycle commuting is good business. It reduces the number of automobiletrips to and from work while promoting clean air, easing congestionand creating more livable communities. With gas prices skyrocketing,and the recent opening of the <strong>Utah</strong> Transit Authority’s commuter rail trainFrontRunner, a renewed interest has been spurred in coordinating bicycleswith public transit. Here’s a guide to help navigate the system:FrontRunner trains, which run from Ogden to Salt Lake City, havethree cars per train. Unlike TRAX, FrontRunner bike riders are notrequired to stand with their bicycles. There are tie-downs next to thesouthern door on each car for both the protection of passengers, andtheir bikes. In the near future, UTA is working to expand FrontRunner’sbicycle carrying capacity. Currently, there are bike racks at each of theseven FrontRunner stations, and UTA will also be adding 30 bike lockersthroughout the system. Bicycle lockers can currently be rented with a onetimerefundable key deposit of $65 and an annual rental fee of $10. Thelockers completely enclose the bicycle protecting it from the elements andhiding it from view. Lockers are available on a first come first serve basis.To be put on the waiting list for bike lockers, please contact Pat Dierks atpdierks@rideuta.com or 801-287-2062.UTA is also studying the possibility of a bike storage facility at SaltLake Central Station at the Intermodal Hub.For more information visit www.rideuta.com.6. BEN D’HULST; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl7. David MELLON; KUHL/Scott8. Patrick FASSE; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team9. NATE THOMAS; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl10. Evan Hepner; Contender BicyclesMasters 55+ Male1. gary simmons; Bountiful Mazda2. Bill Cutting; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team3. Gary Powers; Spincycle4. Henry Ebell; Canyon Bicycles of Salt Lake5. Phil PATTISON; Team INERTIAMasters 45+ Male1. John MCKONE; X-Men, The2. Glen Adams; Porcupine/Specialized Racing3. Gary Swain; Canyon Bicycles4. Donald ARMSTRONG; PaulTracy.com5. StevenP Lewis; Canyon Bicycles SLCC6. Clyde DONE; FFKR/SBO P/B Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>7. Mark Schaefer; PaulTracy.com8. Terry MCGINNIS; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team9. Jeff CLAWSON; Canyon Bicycles Draper10. Nathan TIMMS; Spin Cycle RacingMasters 35+ Male1. Christopher BEST; Pacific Sunset Velo/Pac Sun Ve2. Stan PRICE; VeloCity Cyclists/Canyon Bicyc3. Michael HANSEEN; Salt Lake City <strong>Cycling</strong> (SLCC)4. John MCKONE; X-Men, The5. Glen Adams; Porcupine/Specialized Racing6. Andre Gonzalez; Canyon Bicycles7. Jeremy SMITH; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team8. UNKNOWN RIDER9. Mike Cooper; VeloCity Cyclist/ Canyon Bicyc10. UNKNOWN RIDERJuniors 17-18 Mixed1. Bruce HOFFMAN; American RADD2. Chase Pinkham; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team3. UNKNOWN RIDER4. Bobby Cannon; Canyon Bicycles/SLCC5. Julian Fowkes; ski utahJuniors 13-14 Mixed1. Taylor Eisenhart; FFKR/SBO P/B Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>Juniors 10-12 Mixed1. Gianni Kennard2. Jenna Gardner; PCIM3. Erik Stenquist; Canyon Bicycles - DraperCat 5 Male1. Tyler Smith; FFKR/Sports Base Online P/B To2. Inacio Lopez3. Daniel Stites4. Matt Larson; Sugarhouse <strong>Cycling</strong> Club5. dave benson; epo6. richard slabinski; Porcupine7. Paul LaStayo8. Steven MASON; BCC Racing9. Phillip Pattison; Team Inertia10. Aaron Luptak; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong>Cat 4 Male1. Tyler Riedesel; Cyclesmith/ University of <strong>Utah</strong>2. Rob Brasher; Spin Cycle Racing3. Zack BUTTERFIELD; Canyon Bicycles Draper4. Andrew Love5. Nathan TIMMS; Spin Cycle Racing6. Todd Neumarker; Porcupine <strong>Cycling</strong>7. seth bradley; American RADD p/b agel8. Erik Harrington; RMCC/Cyclesmith9. UNKNOWN RIDER10. Shane DUNLEAVY; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> TeamCat 4 Female1. Diane Evans; Bountiful Mazda2. Jillian Gardner; PCIM3. JAMIE CARTER; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team4. Juel IVERSON; Canyon Bicycles5. Melanie Helm; JR Smith Coaching/Intermountai6. Shanna Matheson; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team7. Heather Nielson; Colavita AZ8. Christie Johnson; White Pine9. Kara Harris; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong>10. Kris Vincent; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> TeamCat 3 Male1. Connor OLEARY2. Gary Swain; Canyon Bicycles3. Elliott Smith; Team Inertia4. Eric THOMPSON; <strong>Utah</strong> Premier-Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong>5. Samuel MOORE; Canyon Bicycles of Draper6. Aaron Rennert; Spin Cycle Racing7. Jon SCHOFIELD; Biker’s Edge / Destination Hom8. aaron olsen; FFKR/SBO P/B Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>9. CLINT CARTER; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team10. Todd Taft; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> TeamCat 1-2-3 Female1. Kirsten Kotval; PCIM2. Laura HOWAT; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team3. Melissa McDaniel; PCIM4. Tiffany Pezzulo; PCIM5. Laura PATTEN; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team6. Lori Frandsen; Intermountain Financial7. Chantel THACKERAY; PCIM8. Kelsey WITHROW; PCIM9. Leslie Cooper; Intermountain Financial/ JR Sm10. Kristi MCILMOIL; Wasatch Women’s <strong>Cycling</strong> ClubMasters Wm1. Margaret Douglass; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> TeamXzude Bear Lake Classic Road Race, UCA PointsSeries, May 17, <strong>2008</strong>, Bear Lake, <strong>Utah</strong>Cat1/2/3 Female1. Kirsten Kotval; Pcim2. Karen Appleby-Krieg; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team3. Melissa Mcdaniel; Pcim4. Chantel Thackeray; Pcim5. Jamie Leake; Intermountain Financial/jr Smi6. Kelly Crawford; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team7. Kelsey Withrow; Pcim8. Lori Frandsen; Intermountain Financial9. Kelly Dailey; Bountiful Mazda10. Kristi Mcilmoil; Intermountain Financial/jr SmiPro/1/2 Male1. Mike Sohm; Porcupine/specialized Racing2. Luis Alejandro Zamudio; American R.a.d.d. Presented by3. Todd Hageman; Binghams/northshore4. Mark Skarpohl; Canyon Bicycles Slc5. Marc Yap; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl6. Ben D’hulst; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl7. Gardie Jackson; American R.a.d.d. Presented by8. Ryan Barrett; Park City Jeep - Goble Knee Cl9. Patrick Fasse; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team10. Thomas Nelson; American R.a.d.d. Presented byMaster Male1. Gary Simmons; Bountiful Mazda2. Gary Powers; Spincycle3. Frans Berghoff; <strong>Utah</strong> Velo Club4. Norman Mecham; Logan Race5. Patrick English; Porcupine6. William Webster; Lander <strong>Cycling</strong>7. Jim Gilland; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team8. Bradley Rich; Canyon Bikes Salt Lake City9. Chip Williams; Lander <strong>Cycling</strong>10. Alan StocklandMaster Male1. Gary Swain; Canyon Bicycles2. Donald Armstrong; Paultracy.com3. Jerald Hunsaker; Bountiful Mazda4. Caig Sorensen; Logan Race Club- Healthychoice5. Mark Chrysler; Dare6. Alan Takemori7. Bob Walker; Bountiful Mazda8. Ken Yonemura; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team9. Ken Louder; Ffkr/sbo P/b Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>10. Farrell SpackmanMaster Male1. Scott Allen; Canyon Bicycles2. Andre Gonzalez; Canyon Bicycles3. Jeff Rasch; Wright/park City Rides4. Bruce Bilodeau; Canyon Bicycles5. Mark Miller; Canyon Bicycles/draper6. Steven P Lewis; Canyon Bicycles Slcc7. Mark Llinares; Norwood Paragon8. Shawn Haran; Canyon Bicycles-slc9. Shane Evertsen10. John McilmoilJunior Male1. John Burton; Joyride BikesJunior Male1. Sam Trop; Spin Cycle Racing2. Joseph Knowles; TaylorJunior Female1. Jenna Gardner; Pcim2. Krystal Taylor;Cat 5a Male1. Marc Rosello; Porcupine/canyon Sports2. Dave Ramsay; Porcupine <strong>Cycling</strong>AdvocacyNew State Bicycling Laws Around the CountryBy Charles PekowThough nothing is happening in<strong>Utah</strong> or Idaho, by the end of May,nine states have enacted bicyclesafety legislation since the 2006elections. State legislatures haveenacted laws in 2007 and <strong>2008</strong>ranging from increasing the responsibilitiesof motorists and cycliststo handling federal money and addingsafety provisions, according tothe State Traffic Safety Legislationdatabase maintained by the NationalConference of State Legislatures.States mainly put new responsibilitieson cyclists or drivers insteadof starting new safety programs oradding funding.Colorado proved an exception.Last year, it started a “share theroad” license plate non-commercialauto owners can buy for a $50 specialtyplate fee and a $25 tax-deductiblecontribution to a Share the RoadEducation Fund, earmarked forsafety education of motorists , bicyclistsand officials in bike safety andother crash prevention and relatedactivities. The program will continuenext year if 3,000 motorists buy aplate this year.And while it didn’t provide anystate money, the busy Hawaii legislaturepassed a law guaranteeing a3. Norman Frye; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team4. Russell Parry; North Shore Cc/team Bingham Sm5. John Miner6. Alan Griffey; Binghams Northshore7. Russell Thompson; Bountiful Mazda8. Jared Eborn; Porcupine <strong>Cycling</strong>9. Tyler Wilhelmsen; Guthrie Race Club10. James Arnold; Apple <strong>Cycling</strong> GroupCat 5b Male1. Tony Anstine; Logan Race Club2. Ryan Lemone; Team Dialogue3. Mike Walkenhorst; Team Inertia4. Casey Marker; Team Excelerator5. Eric Gardiner; <strong>Utah</strong> State University6. Austin Tanner7. John Rabenau8. Will Hanson; Team Inertia9. Jerry Bergosh; Bcc Racing10. Craig Willis LrcCat 4 Male1. Jeremy Clay; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team2. John Thomas; Porcupine3. Tyler Riedesel Cyclesmith/ University of <strong>Utah</strong>4. Sean Fessenden;5. Kirk Minor; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team6. Ken Webster; Spin Racing7. Shane Dunleavy; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team8. Taylor Eisenhart; Ffkr/sbo P/b Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>9. James Crawford; Binghams/north Shore10. Terry Stone; Spin Cycle RacingCat 4 Female1. Shanna Matheson; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team2. Breanne Nalder; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team3. Jamie Carter; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team4. Anna Podgorney; Ice/rocky Mountain Surgery5. Diane Evans; Bountiful Mazda6. Alison Frye; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team7. Holly Magleby; Apple <strong>Cycling</strong> Team8. Audra Jeske; <strong>Utah</strong> Velo9. Bev Ronnow; Ffkr10. Kris Vincent; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> TeamCat 3 Male1. Drew Neilson; Logan Race Club2. Lance Christiansen; Healthy Choice / Gobal Knee Cl3. Spencer Debry; Ski <strong>Utah</strong>4. Aaron Rennert; Spin Cycle Racing5. Clint Carter; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team6. Todd Taft; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team7. Jake Pantone; Biker’s Edge/destination Homes8. Jason Preston; the Fan <strong>Cycling</strong>9. Jared Inouye; Biker’s Edge/destination Homes10. Aaron Olsen; Ffkr/sbo P/b Tour of <strong>Utah</strong>Garden Creek Gap Road Race, UCA Series,Pocatello, Idaho, May 24, <strong>2008</strong>Pro/1/2 Men1. Luis Alejandro Zamudio ; American R.A.D.D. presented by Agel. 4:50:282. Billy Demong ; American R.A.D.D. presented by Agel 4:54:243. Kris Lunning ; Fitzgeralds 4:58:354. Bryson Perry ; American R.A.D.D. presented by Agel 4:58:445. Todd Hageman ; Binghams/Northshore 4:58:446. Sam Krieg ; Park City JEEP Sienna 4:59:497. Benjamin D’Hulst ; Park City JEEP 4:59:598. Gardie Jackson ; American R.A.D.D. presented by Agel 5:14:059. Norman Bryner ; Canyon Bicycles of SLC 5:26:40Cat 3 Men1. Chase Pinkham ; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 4:08:152. Jess Dear ; RMCC Cyclesmith 4:08:213. Robert McGovern ; ICE/ROCKY MOUNTAIN SURGERY CENTER. 4:08:214. Jared Inouye ; BIKER’S EDGE/DESTINATION HOMES 4:08:265. Taylor Hansen ; Scott Machinery 4:08:266. Spencer deBry ; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> 4:08:337. Perry Hall ; Wright/Park City Rides 4:08:36Cat 4 Men1. Erik Harrington ; RMCC/Cyclesmith 2:53:302. David Welsh ; Kuhl/Scott 2:53:303. Joshua Hickman ; Wright/Park City Rides 2:53:304. Matt Bradley ; American RADD p/b agel 2:53:37portion of the state’s federal highwaymoney go for bikepath development,bike safety and accommodatingbicycles on mass transit.Hawaii’s legislature also adopted apolicy encouraging, but not requiring,counties to use federal designguidance on integrating bicyclinginto transportation infrastructure.A big issue this year concernsgiving bicyclists a yard of leeway.Tennessee, Illinois and Mainerequired drivers who overtakebicycles keep at least three feet fromthem. A similar rule is pending inCalifornia. (In Illinois, the samelegislation allows bicyclists to signala right turn by right arm extension inaddition to the traditional left handmove.)Washington state took a differentapproach: it added bicycle safetyas a topic in drivers education curriculum.And while those states dealt withmotorist responsibilities, Californiadealt with cyclists’ responsibilities.The state now requires bicyclists touse lights and reflectors while ridingon sidewalks and bikepaths at night.Previous law required them only forstreet riding. And the law requiringreflectors on pedals was modified toinclude shoe/ankle reflective material.5. Colby Tanner ; Spin Cycle Racing 2:53:376. Sam Todd ; Porcupine <strong>Cycling</strong> 2:53:377. Dustin Thiel ; Porcupine 2:53:478. Kevin Wilde ; Porcupine / Specialized Racing 2:54:029. James Crawford ; Binghams/North Shore 2:54:1210. Seth Gunderson ; Salt Sea Pirates 2:54:52Cat 5 Men1. David Coates ; Canyon 1:39:322. Randy Anderson 1:39:573. Darrel Byerly 1:39:574. Forest Dramis ; Peaked Sports 1:40:145. Tony Anstine 1:40:346. JD Byerly 1:40:387. Michael Kooreman 1:40:538. Mike Pimm ; Fitzgeralds bicycles 1:43:349. Casey Marker ; Team Excelerator 1:43:5410. Eric Gardiner ; Logan Race Club 1:44:56Master Men 35+1. Scott Allen ; Canyon Bicycles 4:12:162. Mark Zimbelman ; Bountiful Mazda 4:12:233. Bruce Bilodeau ; Canyon Bicycles 4:16:074. Andre Gonzalez ; Canyon Bicycles 4:20:085. Brian Schilling ; Fitzgerald’s Bicycles 4:22:206. Mark Llinares ; Norwood Paragon 4:23:527. Jon Gallagher ; Cole Sport 4:28:02Master Men 45+1. John McKone ; X Men 2:45:132. Mark Schaefer ; PaulTracy.com 2:45:403. Donald Armstrong ; PaulTracy.com 2:50:514. Gary Gardiner ; Bountiful Mazda 2:50:415. Clyde Done ; FFKR/SBO P/B Tour of <strong>Utah</strong> 2:51:116. Gary Porter ; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 2:51:11And New Mexico put the burdenon parents. All legal guardiansbecame responsible to ensure thatminors wear helmets when ridingbikes. Anyone renting bikes tominors must also supply a helmet,though they can charge a “reasonable”fee. But four other statesdefeated helmet legislation, which isstill pending in two others.Wyoming enacted a provisionsure to enrage some high-speedbicyclists when it forbade them fromusing a road in the presence of anadjacent bike path.NCSL reported bills still pendingbefore 13 legislatures (includingsome of those above and the Districtof Columbia)ranging banning talkingon a cellphone while ridinga bicycle to requiring highwaysto include adequate shoulders forcyclists and clarifying exactly howto define a bicycle (such as excludingtricycles). But no one evendropped a bike safety bill in the hopperin either <strong>Utah</strong> or Idaho, accordingto the database.7. Michael Adams ; C4 2:51:118. Jeff Clawson ; Canyon Bicycles Draper 2:51:119. Jerald Hunsaker ; Bountiful Mazda 2:51:1110. Jamie Longe ; Canyon Bicycles 2:51:11Master Men 55+1. Gary Simmons ; Bountiful Mazda 3:14:112. Jim Gilland ; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 3:15:323. Bob Marcinko ; ICE/Rocky Mountain Sugery Center 3:31:34Junior Men1. Julian Fowkes ; ski utah 2:06:181. Sam Knight ; Elko Velo 2:20:552. Stefan Naylor ; Advanced Dental 2:21:083. Andrew Hale ; Bistro 3:21:07Junior Women1. Krystal Taylor 3:21:22Cat1/2/3 Women1. Kris Walker ; Bountiful Mazda 3:12:062. Kelly Crawford ; Bountiful Mazda <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 3:14:293. kelsey Withrow ; PCIM 3:15:524. Kirsten Kotval ; PCIM 3:17:40Cat 4 Women1. Alison Frye ; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 1:45:212. Alisha Welsh 1:52:283. Breanne Nalder ; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 1:52:144. Jamie Carter ; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 1:55:595. Jill Damman ; Hoback Sports 1:57:117. Diane Evans ; Bountiful Mazda 1:59:228. Anna Podgorney ; ICE/Rocky Mountain Surgery 2:02:579. Andrea Richardson ; ICE Rock Mtn Surgery 2:05:2410. Nancy Alcabes ; Ski <strong>Utah</strong> <strong>Cycling</strong> Team 2:05:31Master Women1. Ellen Guthrie ; Spin Cycle 1:57:41
22 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>TouringBike Touring in Southern <strong>Utah</strong>Above: Lou traveling on route 12 in Red Canyon (west of Bryce). Ridingon the road on this part of route 12 is illegal as bikes must use the biketrail. At this time of the year there was snow on the bike trail .Right: Lou on state road 62 north of Koosharem with Fishlake NationalForest in the background. Photos: Julie MeliniBy Lou MeliniA few people that have read mybike touring articles have asked ifJulie and I stop for other activitiesduring our tours. Our recent tourshave averaged 70 miles/day so perhapsthis conjures up thoughts oflong days in the saddle with littletime to “smell the roses”. My usualresponse is “being on a bike issmelling the roses”. Our most recentbike tour was in reality a “hiking”vacation in Southern <strong>Utah</strong>. Wesimply used our bikes to transportourselves to the various venues tohike. Our bike days ranged from 19miles to 55 miles. We rode a total of333 miles. In addition we hiked for36 miles at 4 different places alongour bike route.The route I chose was a loop,primarily involving Highway 12,described as one of the 10 mostscenic highways in the UnitedStates. I had ridden this sectionas part of a commercial bike touracross Southern <strong>Utah</strong> in 2004. I wasunable to stop and hike the numerousNational and State Parks alongthe route during that tour in order tostay with the group. I thought thatthis section would make for a greatself-supported bike tour that wouldallow me to take time for hiking.My first task was to find a placeto leave our car for the 9-10 daytrip. I received a positive yes fromthe Wayne Co. Sheriff’s Departmenton my first call. So the trip startedin Loa.Day one was simply a 27-mileride into Capitol Reef National park,most of it downhill. We carried inenough food for 2 days, as we werenot sure how long we would staythere. We had such a good time, wedecided to spend the entire 2nd dayat Capitol Reef hiking and tryingto avoid sunburn. That is the natureof bike touring, be flexible, and beprepared for a variety of options thatare presented to you. On day 3 weplanned on riding to Boulder, withhopes of riding all the way to CalfCreek.I had warned my wife thatBoulder Mountain was a summitthat deserved respect. It is not aclimb for the uninitiated bike rider.It is challenging. It is a beast of aclimb with a grade that rises forapproximately 8% for perhaps 8miles. She ignored my warnings.The ride started pleasantly, thoughuphill out of Capitol Reef. We thenrode through a scenic valley for acouple of hours to the base of thereal climbing. Within 2 miles of theclimb I had to strap Julie’s frontpanniers to my rear rack. There wereseveral “false summits” along thescenic climb. She rejoiced upon seeingthe summit sign, and graciouslyaccepted the reason for her struggle:“Summit 9400 ft.”. Needless to say,we pulled into Boulder ready to staythere. The only campground “open”was a primitive campground 6 milesdown the Burr Trail. The only “grocery”store consisted of a one-aislestand of food at in-town gas station.Perfect!We left on this tour on March24th and finished on April 1st. Ishould have scheduled this trip forlate April or September, not only forpotentially better weather but alsofor a larger selection of services. Inaddition, my wife could ignore mynagging about Boulder Mountain forone more month. However, all ofthe commercial campgrounds wereclosed in Boulder, 1 of the 2 campgroundsin Torrey was closed and 2of the 3 campgrounds in Panguitchwere closed. Red Canyon campgroundwas also closed. Fortunatelyfor us, the weather for late Marchwas great for camping, biking, andhiking.We picked up a few provisionsfor dinner at a gas station/natural food store on the way outof Boulder. My wife thoroughlyenjoyed the views along the scenicbut narrow Highway 12 en route toCalf Creek. Traffic was very lightgiven the time of the year, whichallowed us to enjoy the scenery andnot worry about rubber neckingtourists in big RV’s. After arrival atCalf Creek we spent the afternoonhiking to the Lower Falls.Calf Creek has limited camping.We obtained one of the last few sitesavailable upon arrival in the earlyafternoon. We were given assuranceby the campground host, if theregular campsites were full, thattouring cyclists would be accommodatedin the overflow picnic area.He was speaking for himself, andnot for future hosts. In our limitedtouring experiences totaling nearly 2months during the past 3 years, Julieand I have only had one privatecampground hint of turning us awaybefore offering a spot in the “overflow”area.Day 5 had us climb out of CalfCreek and ride over several falsesummits before the long descent intoEscalante for breakfast. We try totake advantage of cafés if they areavailable ≈15 miles from camp orsooner depending on the weather.Most days we simply cook oatmealor make omelets on our campstove. We also were “thrilled” toshop in a real grocery store while inEscalante. Despite another 35 milesto reach our next campground wedecided to load up on provisionsnot knowing what groceries wereavailable in Cannonville. Escalanteseemed like a town that knows howto treat and appreciate guests. Thewaitress at the café as well as thegrocery clerk was outstandinglyfriendly.We spent 2 nights at the KOAin Cannonville, a short 10-mile rideto Kodachrome State Park. Hotshowers, Laundromat and a smallpavilion next to our campsite withstove top burners for our use madethis place luxurious. We spent day6 visiting Kodachrome State Park.Ranger Mike was most helpful withour planned day of hiking in thepark. Near Bryce National Park,Kodachrome is a gem for those notwanting to deal with the crowdsof Bryce, or for those in want ofwarmer temperatures. It turned outthat Kodachrome also had showersand would have been a scenic campingarea.Be warned that the loop thatwe rode is not flat. The BoulderMountain summit is the highest, butyou will encounter two summits of7600 ft., and two at 8300 ft. This ishigh desert country. Escalante andCapitol Reef National Park are thelow spots at 5300’ and 5500’ respectively.The ride out of Cannonvilleto Bryce on day 7 was one of theseclimbs. Before the steep sectionwe stopped at a pullout that said“Mossy Cave - 0.4 miles”. Wewould have missed this in a car. Theshort hike featured a small cave withice stalactites spanning the cave. Wepassed Bryce and moved onto RedCanyon for some hiking and shelterfrom a cold wind. We spent thenight in Panquitch, aided the last 7miles by a strong tailwind.We camped at the only campgroundopen in Panguitch, foundout that on Sunday the only grocerystore is closed and then ran out ofluck with the weather as a snow/sleet storm blew in shortly aftersetting up our tent. Fortunately anearby Subway and a café helpedwith our food needs. The nightwas tolerable but I had to wrap myarm warmers around my glovesfor added protection as we exitedPanquitch the next morning.The day finally warmed up whenwe turned onto route 62 for OtterCreek State Park. We nearly had theflat valley road to ourselves. OtterCreek State Park exists because ofa large reservoir for fishing. Likemost of the government run campgrounds,one needs to put cash ina pay envelope, though CapitolReef would accept checks. Alsoone needs to remember to have $1bills handy, as the fees for our variouscampgrounds were $4, $7, $10and $16. The $16 state park feesdid include showers. That night thetemperature plunged. We woke up tofind everything frozen, including ourliquid soap. As I was heating waterfor breakfast, our stove clogged. Ihad brought a second stove along onthis trip, the first time I have donethis, so not a problem. I easily fixedthe clogged stove later, but I wasnot interested in doing it in the subfreezingtemperatures. The sky wasclear and within an hour we werepeeling off layers of clothes.We had another pleasant valleyride with little elevation gainon route 22. We again nearly hadthe road to ourselves save for one
JUNE <strong>2008</strong> cycling utah.com 23truck that just had to lean on thehorn as if we didn’t see it. Trafficwas otherwise surprisingly pleasantand friendly. Our flat ride endedin Koosharem with a climb out ofthe valley eventually reaching the8300-foot summit before the downhillride back to Loa.This is a trip I hope to repeatagain, though perhaps late in Aprilor mid-September. I want to thankSheriff Kurt Taylor and DeputyCathy Grundy for allowing me toleave my car at the Wayne Countycourthouse. I hope my donation tothe Wayne County Sheriff’s “shopwith a cop” will help show myappreciation. Also it doesn’t hurt fortraveling bicyclists to spread a littlefriendship to those who we hopefullynever have to need.More photos can be seen here:http://gallery.mac.com/melini#100032Tour de Donut to raise money for <strong>Utah</strong> AmberAlert IDThe Rotary Club of American Fork is proud to sponsor the inaugural<strong>Utah</strong> Tour de Donut. Spoofing the concurrently running Tour de France,the Tour de Donut is a 21-mile circuit style race composed of 3 laps, witha little twist. At the completion of each lap, a rider may eat donuts andsubtract 3 minutes from their overall time for each donut eaten.There is a 7-mile exhibition lap available for kids or those who don’twant to ride the full race. The tour will be staged from GreenwoodElementary in American Fork, <strong>Utah</strong>. A t-shirt, donuts and drinks will beprovided for all participants. There will be prizes for category winnersand drawings for great prizes provided by tour sponsors. For more information,visit www.utahtourdedonut.com. Proceeds from the event go tofund the <strong>Utah</strong> Amber Alert ID project to help identify missing children.ROAD RACINGSohm, Kotval Take Bear Lake ClassicRoad RaceBy Ryan Barrett and KarenAppleby-KriegSaturday May, 17 was the BearLake Classic way up north on the<strong>Utah</strong>/Idaho border. The Pro 1/2Men contested two laps around thelake for a total of 104 miles. Raceconditions were ideal with warmweather and a light breeze. The racestarted off relatively tame for thefirst few miles, but things quicklybecame more aggressive with aflurry of attacks towards the northend of the lake eventually resultingin Tommy Nelson (American RADDP/B Agel) off the front alone fornearly 20 miles.Once he was reabsorbed, anothergroup of around 7 riders sprung outof the peloton, and were off the frontfor a similar distance. However,noting that both Park City Jeep<strong>Cycling</strong> and Porcupine/Specializedhad better numbers in the break,American RADD P/B Agel put theremainder of their team on the frontand chased the move down.On the north side of the lake onthe second lap, the group was allback together and the attacks camein rapid succession. Many groupsappeared to be “the break” only tobe brought back into the fold byteams left outnumbered by the currentsplit. Ultimately, a group got agap and was off. Making the splitwere Marc Yap and Ben D’Hulst(Park City Jeep-Goble Knee Clinic),Luis Zamudio and Gardie Jackson(American RADD P/B Agel), MikeSohm (Porcupine/Specialized), ToddHageman (Bingham’s/Northshore),and Mark Skarpohl (CanyonBicycles).With all of the major teams represented,the field shut down and thebreak quickly gained time. Cominginto the finish there were severalstrong attacks, but the break neversplit. Ultimately, it was Sohm winningthe sprint in front of Zamudioand Hageman.In the women’s 1-3 race, 12 of<strong>Utah</strong> and Idaho's finest female racersgathered at the start line of theannual Bear Lake Classic Road Racefor one 52-mile lap around the lake.With 4 teams represented, it wassure to be an aggressive and excitingrace. The race began with an attackby PCIM racer Melissa McDanielwhich was quickly bridged upto by Bountiful Mazda's KellyCrawford. While the two remainedon the attack for several miles, theywere reeled in by the women ofIntermountain Financial/JR SmithCoaching. Quickly after the fieldrejoined, PCIM's Kirsten Kotvalattacked and Bountiful Mazda'sKaren Appleby-Krieg bridged.The two worked together for a fewminutes until they were joined byIntermountain Financial/JR SmithCoaching's Lisa Palmer-Leger. Thethree established a sizable gap onthe field. After 10 minutes of jointwork, Kotval attacked once moreand Appleby-Krieg bridged. The twoworked well together for the next 40miles to maintain their lead all theway to the finish line with Kotvaltaking the sprint, Appleby-Krieghanging on for second, and PCIM'sMelissa McDaniel winning the fieldsprint and coming in third overall.Sunday was a demanding threeman (or woman!) team time trialaround the lake. American RADDP/B Agel stormed to victory with analmost two minute margin on ParkCity Jeep <strong>Cycling</strong> in the men’s Pro1/2 category. Park City Jeep provedtheir depth, however, by having twoteams finish within three seconds ofeach other for second and third onthe day. In the women’s open event,the Bountiful Mazda team took acommanding win.See results on page 20.touring<strong>Cycling</strong> in ‘The Other’ Southern <strong>Utah</strong>By Tina and Scott AndersenEver think of road cycling thesummer in Southern <strong>Utah</strong>? Moaband St. George areas probablycome to mind with their busyroads, and high summer temperatures.Well, maybe you shouldthink again. South Central <strong>Utah</strong> isan oasis that averages in the high70’s to mid 80’s for high temp’sin July and might get up into the90’s for only a week in August.The traffic is low and the roads arenice, in fact you might just be ableto ride miles without encounteringany traffic at all. Elevationscan start at 5,000 feet and climbup to 10,000 feet, perfect trainingfor your long mountain racein the fall. The Loa/Torrey valleysits at approximately 7000 feet.It has great mountain climbs withfrequent wildlife sightings, andeven cooler temperatures. Thereare also long fast flats with a nicetailwind or challenge yourself withsome tough training and take ona headwind. Where is this greatundiscovered location? WayneCounty, <strong>Utah</strong> … ‘ground-zero’!Where is Wayne County?Wayne is located on SR-24 in theheart of South Central <strong>Utah</strong>. Itis about 30 miles southeast ofRichfield. Wayne County featuresthe communities of Loa,Fremont, Lyman, Bicknell, Torrey,Teasdale, Grover, Caineville, andHanksville. The small-town feelof these communities provide for acomfortable low-cost escape fromthe traffic and weather of Northern<strong>Utah</strong> and the rest of Southern<strong>Utah</strong>. There is not a single trafficlight in the entire county. This areais still yet an undiscovered gem.One of <strong>Utah</strong>’s best kept cyclingsecrets. And, it’s just a 2 ½ hourdrive from Provo.The area has several wonderfulhotels, bed and breakfasts, diners,cafes, and amazing restaurants.The hotels range from quaint toextravagant. Your eating optionswill range from local Mexicanfare, and pizza joints, to one of<strong>Utah</strong>’s ‘5-star’ restaurants, TheCafé Diablo. Take your club, team,or fellow bikers to stay the nightand relax, then in the morning takeoff for a tough ride up BoulderMountain, on <strong>Utah</strong> route 12, tothe town of Boulder. Eat a greatlunch perhaps at Hell’s Backbonecafé, another great dining secretrecommended by Oprah, then headback down Boulder Mountain fora relaxing break with friends andfamily.Try an easy ride and enjoythe quiet beauty of Capitol ReefNational Park. The park visitor’scenter provides a wonderful stagingarea for several choice rides.From easy going to very strenuous.A sustained climb up to theTorrey junction for a late breakfastor lunch might be a great way toburn off some calories, or just getwarmed up. Or ride the width ofthis national park taking in theamazing geological formations,water falls, and even some ancientNative American Indian petroglyphs.Another option is to ride upthe ‘back door’ to Fish Lake usingRoute 25 passed Mill Meadowreservoir. This is a very longsustained climb on another sceniclightly traveled road to theFish Lake basin. Stop off at ‘thelodge’ to refill your water bottleshave a snack or some lunch, thencontinue north on SR-25 to theShare The Road License PlateFundraiser<strong>Utah</strong>SHARE THE ROADSR-24 junction. Take Route 24,giving you some rolling hills andfalse flats for your descent backto your base-camp. You mightwant to consider returning to theheadwaters of the Fremont River alittle later in the evening for somechoice fly-fishing. The rivers,lakes, and reservoirs of this regionare kept well stocked with assortedchoice trout.Ride up through Fremont onSR-72 to the summit known tothe locals as ‘Hogan’s Pass’, andview the amazing vista whichoverlooks Factory Butte, the LaSal and Henry Mountains, andthe San Rafael Swell. Make sureone of your cycling buddies has acamera in their jersey for the manyphoto-ops on scenic SR-72. If theweather is cooler, drive or stay inHanksville and ride SR-95 to LakePowell and back.The possibilities are endless.And, it all depends on how youfeel…do you feel tough or do youfeel strong? There will always besome wind, and there can alwaysbe some good sustained climbing.You will leave the county are-energized, stronger, and moremotivated cyclist. Make surecycling in South Central <strong>Utah</strong>makes it on your bucket list!Editor's Note: The CapitolReef Classic on July 18-19 is anew race that showcases ridingin Wayne County for licensedand citizen riders. Find outmore at capitolreefclassic.com.Help create a Share The Road decal and slogan on <strong>Utah</strong>License Plates. Goal: 2500 plates. Unmet Need: $18,000.Send contributions to: <strong>Utah</strong> Bicycle CoalitionPO Box: 581531Salt Lake City, <strong>Utah</strong> 885158-1521Make Checks Payable to: <strong>Utah</strong> Bicycle Coalition7<strong>Utah</strong>123456708Plates will be available to <strong>Utah</strong> vehicle owners on a first comefirst serve basis for additional annual fee of $25/plate/yearFor more information: www.utahbikes.org or KJLiveToBike@gmail.com
24 cycling utah.com JUNE <strong>2008</strong>politicsBicycling Advocate Bob Springmeyer is a Candidate for Governor of <strong>Utah</strong>By Lou MeliniBob Springmeyer, a well-knowncycling advocate, is running forGovernor as the Democratic candidate.Bob has been a board memberof the Salt Lake County BicycleAdvisory Committee, a frequentguest at Salt Lake City’s Mayor’sBicycle Advisory Committee meetings,and one of the founders ofthe <strong>Utah</strong> Bicycle Coalition. He wasinstrumental in forming and planningthe Josie Johnson MemorialRide.In addition, Bob, with his wifeGwen, chaired the efforts to buildthe Ronald McDonald House of<strong>Utah</strong> for children with cancer. Healso helped form and was the 1stpresident of “<strong>Utah</strong> Wildlife andConservation Foundation”, which isdedicated to improving the habitatof non-game wildlife in <strong>Utah</strong>.Bob is President of BonnevilleResearch, a regional economicand management consulting firm.He has 4 adult children includingJon Springmeyer who representsbicycling interests on the importantTransportation Advisory Board inSalt Lake City.<strong>Utah</strong> is a Great State, but it canbecome greater, is the theme Bobwants to promote for his campaign.<strong>Cycling</strong> <strong>Utah</strong>: The reality is that99% of trips to the store, church,work, etc. are done by a car, usuallyless than 2 miles, in <strong>Utah</strong>. Howcan the State change the culture toencourage less driving?Bob Springmeyer: The State couldhelp local governments and schooldistricts by implementing SafeRoutes to School programs, whichcould be extended to safe routesto church, stores, and work. I willpledge to have engineering andplanning agencies in <strong>Utah</strong> buildcomplete, safe streets for all users(in lieu of more and wider highways.I personally keep a bicycle atmy office just to use to go to those99% trips-bank, store, lunch, andbusiness meetings. Look for me! I’mthe one riding out in traffic in a suitwith a bow tie!C.U.: Could Bicycling be a tourismmagnet for <strong>Utah</strong> complementingwinter skiing? Do you envision thestate giving micro-loans for start-upcompanies or established companiesto bring more bicycle tourists toSALT LAKE COUNTYBICYCLEADVISORY COMMITTEEwww.slcbac.orgSalt Lake County Bicycle MapNow Available!Pick one up for FREE at:Salt Lake area bicycle shopsSalt Lake County Recreation CentersSalt Lake County LibrariesSalt Lake County Parks & Recreation OfficesSalt Lake County Mayor’s OfficeSpringmeyer commutes downtown on a regular basis.<strong>Utah</strong>?B.S.: Most definitely, as well amatching marketing grants. Weshould have “Blue Ribbon” bicycleroutes similar to our Blue Ribbontrout streams.C.U.: Could a “Cabinet” level“Department of Recreation” becreated in <strong>Utah</strong> to oversee, assist,improve and promote <strong>Utah</strong>’s recreationpotential?B.S.: That would be an interestingidea. It could be an integral part oftourism and economic developmentfor the State. Included would be adirective to attract manufacturing ofrecreation products, distribution centers,and of course bring more peopleto recreate in <strong>Utah</strong>. State Parks,BLM, National Forest Service, andNational Park Service need to becoordinated into one effective, promotionaleffort.C.U.: What is the current economicimpact of bicycling in the State of<strong>Utah</strong>?B.S.: I do not have the exact numbers;however it may not be unreasonableto assume that the impactin the Salt Lake Regional Economyis $45-50 million. Portland recentlyhad a professional study done thatconcluded that the economic impactof bicycling was worth $63 million.Interesting, the survey askedwhether Portland’s reputation forbike friendliness was good for business,82% of the businesses said“absolutely” or “yes”. The surveybroke down the economic impactinto 4 groups: 1. Tours, Rides,Races and Events, 2. ProfessionalServices (bike deliveries, organizations,companies such as Alta planning+ design, among others) 3.Manufacturing 4. Retail and RepairC.U.: Will you ride a bike to yourinauguration?B.S.: Yes!C.U. Thanks Bob for the interview.I have heard people say that thismay be the only time in their lifethat they can vote for someone forGovernor who actually rides a bikefrequently, understands the mindand needs of a cyclist, and can sayCampagnolo without pause. Howcan those folks get in touch withyou?B.S.: www.BobforGov.org. I will bemost appreciative of any support.Check our website for locations ordownload and print your own copyOur Advertiserssupportcycling utah.Please support them.
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