"Enjoying The Ride" - The Boulder Cycling Club Newsletter  2010 Issue No. 22
Notes from the Prez:

BUFF CLASSIC: Thinking about doing the Buffalo Classic? We hope to have a training ride in September on a Sunday to help get you ready for it. Watch the newsletter for updates.

OLD STAGE ROAD: A number of club members have pointed out to be wary of Olde Stage Road,  as the road has now also been coated with the same small gravel pieces that were laid down on parts of Highway 36 recently. Use extreme caution out there.

RIDE UPDATES: The Thursday night road bike ride meets at Bacaro Restaurant this week at 5:45 for the roadies. Note that departure times will be moving up earlier in September as we are losing day light and need to get an earlier start so we can get back before darkness falls. Watch the calendar on the website for changes.

TIPS/INSIGHTS: Winston from the Chris Carmichael Coaching Team has provided some more cycling tips and insights in his Winston's Corner section of the newsletter.


DOG DAYS OF SUMMER: The weather seems to be cooling a bit and Sept often has some of the best riding weather of the year here so after this wet summer let's get out there and take advantage of this great weather!!!

Keep Riding!

Donald C.
President,
boulder Cycling Club
[email protected]
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End of Summer Margarita Ride:

Summer is starting to wind down and to properly celebrate the end of Summer the Margarita Ride which Steve will lead will provide the first round of Marg's free to all those that attend the ride this week. 

Come on out and enjoy a casual ride around Gunbarrel and Niwot areas. This is a hybrid/mountain bike ride on dirt roads and gravel paths. Starts at 5:30 meeting in the parking lot of Serrano's in Gunbarrel. The Thursday night road bike ride meets at Bacaro Restaurant this week at 5:45 for the roadies.
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Bring the Quizno's Race Here!

Check out the article in the Camera about bringing the Pro Race to Boulder next year by Sean Maher, head of Downtown Boulder. Lets hope they have a leg of the race in the Boulder area next year. More about the race here and here too.

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Rides This Week - Aug. 25 - Sept. 1

Weekday rides will stay at the 5:45 pm departure time for the month of August.

*Tuesday Ride from Boulder Beer and depending on the weather determine the route often times going to Eldorado Canyon (approximately 20 + miles)

*Thursday Ride from Bacaro
Routes vary weekly, approximately 25 miles.

*Thursday Margartia Ride from Serranos (see above)

*Saturday morning rides are at Bicycle Village at 9:30 am. Please get there a little early so that the group can leave as close to 9:30 as possible. Routes vary weekly.

Please check the BCC calendar on the website to time and location of rides.

Always check the before you go and the Ride Cancellation Policy if the weather is questionable.  Please note that rides are cancelled if it is raining or lightening!

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Winston's Corner:
Sports Massage

Editors note: We like to thank Winston from Carmichael Training Systems becoming one of our newest sponsors and providing great information on a variety of cycling related information

Sports massage is a very touchy subject because everyone's body reacts differently. Loads of professional athletes utilize massage for a variety of reasons.  Most commonly athletes utilize massage for recovery and relaxation.  If you've ever wondered about, or are seriously considering massage, than we suggest that you experiment, but do so knowingly.  If you're preparing for a big event don't try anything new without ample time to recover from potential consequences.  The best time to experiment is during the off season, when nothing is on the line. Trying new things just before a race can be the worst idea you've had all season, and can cost you the opportunity of a lifetime.  The touchy thing about massage is that the technique, intensity, and duration all affect your body in different ways.  Any massage that is considered "deep tissue" will usually involve techniques that aim at restructuring muscle or other tissues.  The intense pressure can actually cause damage within your muscles, but for good reason.


This damage is causing necessary changes within your body that affect everything from circulation, to force production. The soreness after a deep tissue massage indicates that your body is rebuilding itself.  This type of massage is good when you have knots of scar tissue within your muscles, are recovering from an injury, or have lots of "tightness" within your muscles. Deep pressure massage is not the type of massage you want to get before any event, or hard training period.  It often requires a period of recovery itself to let your body properly restructure itself.  Light massage is remarkably different.  It involves long strokes of light pressure to assist circulation and possibly create heat.  This type of massage is best applied after a workout to aid in flushing out metabolic by-products from within your muscles, and to increase nutrient transport. 

This is often the most common type of massage that endurance athletes utilize.  When done properly it can enhance recovery by not causing any "structural" damage, but by increasing circulation.  Often times a recovery rub containing anti-inflammatory, or pain relieving compounds is applied for increased benefits.  Massage is an ancient practice with a variety of purposes, so make an appointment with a professional and experience the power of touch.
 
Ride On,
 
Winston Sauber  BS, USAC, CSCS
Carmichael Training Systems

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About Us

The Boulder Cycling Club is a non-profit organization managed by volunteers.  Our mission is to create a more livable community by promoting health & recreation through bicycle activities, advocacy, & education. The BCC provides a safe and social alternative to the competitive riding style of most clubs.   We are more about fun than competition.  Our rides are no-drop tours that leave you time to look at the scenery and chat a bit.

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In This Issue
Notes from the Prez
Bring the Quizno's Race Here!
Rides This Week
Winston's Corner
Membership.
Photo Gallery
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