Cyclists in the Carolinas are going through an unusual spell of winter weather that is keeping them off the road. New England native Jeremy Powers ended his Greenville training and flew home just ahead of the winter storm. His instincts are good for more than winning races! Better weather and the Road racing season are just ahead and this snopocalypse will soon fade into our memories like a bad dream. For a little pre-season inspiration, read about HTC-Highroad’s Ally Stacher and her transition to pro cycling. Also, having a UCI sanctioned cyclocross race here in the southeast is not a bad way to finish off this year’s cross season. We’re looking forward to ringing cowbells and cheering on the racers ourselves.
Head over the North Carolina state line to start a full weekend of cyclocross. Saturday the 15th is the Kingsport ’cross race in Tennessee. This is a UCI registered race and Adam Myerson will be racing there grabbing up points. Then hit Wilkesboro, North Carolina on Sunday for NCCX #12.
The penultimate Hot Laps Under the Lights is going off this Wednesday.
The following week brings the end of this year’s ’cross season. January 22nd and 23rd are the final races of the NCCX series. Number 13 of the series is being contested in Durham, North Carolina and then Finals (#14) are the following day in Greensboro.
For the full Cyclocross Event Calendar with links click here.
The road season is nearly here. The first race of the season isn’t until the 29th – the Triangle Velo Winter Speedway series. Winter Bike League rides are still going strong. However this Saturday’s Upstate Winter Bike League in Greenville is cancelled due to weather. On Sunday the Greenville Cycling Center is promoting a group ride leaving at noon. The ride start rotates between Ride on Bikes in Greenville and the Greenville Cycling Center in Greer.
For the full Road Event Calendar with links click here.
The Winter Short Track Series starts in Charlotte, North Carolina weekly and starts the 16th. Short track is mountain biking version of criterium and BMX combined. It’s fast and great for spectating.
For the full Mountain Event Calendar with links click here.
January 16 is the Charleston, North Carolina Marathon ride. Held in conjunction with the town’s marathon on the 15th, the ride is the next day – Sunday. It’s a completely flat course with rest stops every 15 miles. There are two ride options: 60 or 30 miles. This event is a great way to get in a fun ride then spend the day checking out beautiful Charleston.
For the full Touring and Gran Fondo Event Calendar with links click here.
On January 22 you can keep warm and stay fit by participating in the InYou Indoor Trichotomous Triathlon at the Pine Street YMCA in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Heats that begin every 25 minutes include 10-minute Swim, 20-minute Spinner Bike Ride and 15-minute Treadmill Run.
For the full Triathlon Event Calendar with links click here.
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