26th Annual Ann Arbor Spring Training Series (STS)

Event details are now available for the Ann Arbor Spring Training Series. Check the event website for more information. We’ll also be looking for club members to assist before and during this series, so if you’d like to be involved, please contact Lucas at lucasjw@gmail.com.

Tailwind Cyclocross and Mountain Schedule for 2010

Robert Linden of Tailwind was at the MMBA Expo, and their 2010 cyclocross and mountain bike race schedule is looking good. Check out the schedule here.

MMBA Expo report

The Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA) held their annual meeting and expo this past weekend in the Pavilion on the Michigan State campus. The expo was a chance to see some new items from bicycle manufacturers, find some great deals on clearance items from Michigan bike shops, participate in the swap meet, and find out about some new cycling-related vendors.

In addition, Joe Lekovish organized a great booth for MBRA, hosting four riders that call Michigan home: Frankie Andreu (former Euro-pro, current Kenda director sportif), Jake Rytlewski (Kenda), David Williams (Bissell), and Kacey Manderfield (LipSmacker). The event drew quite a crowd as all four were interviewed and shared their experiences racing and plans for the coming season. Kacey’s stories about the disco-party atmosphere of the 6-day races in Europe was especially fun to hear about. Additional details are posted on the MBRA forum.

While it was a mountain bike focused event, there was plenty for road and cyclocross riders to enjoy, too. Keep it in mind for next year!

Development camps for aspiring young riders

If you missed the note in USA Cycling's monthly newsletter (USA Cycling Communiqué), below is a copy of the note about the 2010 Regional Development Camps.

If you're between the ages of 14 and 22, be sure to check out USA Cycling's schedule of 2010 Regional Development Camps. The camps are held around the country to provide young riders with opportunities to develop skills while learning from some of the nation's top coaches. Discussions cover topics ranging from event preparation to becoming a healthier cyclist. Skills work includes cornering drills, paceline riding, and feedzone practice among others. Click here to read more and to see the full camp schedule.