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Like a Speeding Locomotive
Roanoke, VA native Aaron Dykstra uses an icon of his hometown for his bicycle company's namesake and manufacturing paradigm - Six Eleven Bicycle Co.
Norfolk and Western Railroad's "J Class " locomotive No. 611 was a sleek and streamlined steam locomotive built in the N&W's Roanoke Shops in May 1950 to haul passenger trains at speed over the Blue Ridge Mountains and onto the flatter terrain of Virginia's Tidewater region.
After the N&W retired its steam locomotives, No. 611 was resurrected by successor company Norfolk Southern in the 1980s to haul special excursion trains as a symbol of the power, speed and elegance of a bygone industrial era.
Dykstra humbly incorporates those same design virtues - aesthetics and aerodynamics - in his custom bicycles that channel No. 611's grace at speed.
2010 NAHBS Rookie of the Year in Richmond, VA, not far from his home, Dykstra hit another home run at this year's show in Austin.
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Name A Festival, Win Some Chacos!
Picture this - a weekend of outdoor events, demos, races, hikes, live music, camping, vendors, beer, food, cheap gear, and more. Sounds pretty nice, right?
A group of local outdoor enthusiasts, businesses, and advocates have spent the last two months brainstorming ways to make this a reality, but they need your help.
This event needs a name! Add your suggestion in the comments section below, and if your event name is selected you win a free pair of Chaco sandals/shoes. If you see something you like voice your approval by posting a comment to the effect.
A little more of the event - the idea is simple, take what we already have going on (existing events, races, etc), add in some new ones, package it all into one event, and then market/promote it via one website created specificially for this event. These events can take place anywhere within our region. During the day people can pick and choose which events to participate in, and then toward the end of the day they can return to the "festival focal point" where there will be music, vendors, camping, and more.
To get your creative juices flowing we thought we'd provide a few names already submitted (feel free to modify anything you see). Click here to see what's already been suggested, then add your ideas in the comment section.
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Buy a Song, Benefit the Environment
Buy a song, benefit the environment. Patagonia has teamed up with a diverse group of world-class musicians to help protect and restore our natural environment. The musicians donate an exclusive song, you buy some great music on iTunes®, and non-profit environmental groups receive much-needed funds. See all Benefit Tracks.
Hand-picked New Music and outdoor-themed Podcasts, including The Dirtbag Diaries™ can be streamed for free through the Patagonia Music Player and Patagonia Music iPhone App.
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Wine & Dine, and More
AmRhein Wine Cellars and Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing have joined the growing trend that involves  complimentary businesses partnering together to provide customers unique experiences. These relationships are win win for both businesses, as well as the customer.
If you like wine, good food, and the outdoors then you need to check out Wine & Dine at Wilderness Adventure.
WINE + FOOD + OUTDOORS = GOOD TIME
On March 12, join other wine aficionados and outdoor enthusiasts for a Wine & Dine experience like none other. Sip wine, kick back in Adirondack chairs, stroll along the creek, and enjoy great food - all set with the Appalachian Mountains as your backdrop. The event is $50 per person and includes a diverse wine tasting paired with two appetizers served while mingling, two tapas style entrees, and desserts to amuse the palate.
Want more? Spend the night in one of Wilderness Adventure's cabins, have breakfast the next morning, and then participate in either a caving or hiking adventure.
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AmRhein Wine Cellars is one of Virginia's finest family owned and operated wineries. Its wines have won countless awards and are considered some of the finest on the east coast. AmRhein Winery specializes in Virginia style wines with a German influence offering unique layers of fruit full of rich aromas. All of its distinctive wines are born from their Blue Ridge Mountain estate-grown vineyards in Virginia.
Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing was named to Outside Magazine's Best Places To Work list (#25), and for good reason. It's the staff that makes the experience. From corporate retreats to summer camps, this outdoor adventure center prides itself on customization. Whether you're a group of two, or 102, they will put together an incredible adventure experience for you. Choose from canoeing, kayaking, biking, hiking, caving, climbing, and more.
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Upcoming events to keep your eye oN
- Weekly bike rides throughout Roanoke & NRV Valley
- Monday Bike Polo
- Tuesday Tune Ups
- Free Trek Bike Demo - 3/12
- Build A Pump Track - 3/12
- Wine & Dine - 3/12
- Rage on the Ridge Mountain Biking Races - 3/12-13
- Banff Mountain Film Festival - 3/16
- ROSC Club Social - 3/19
- Montvale 5 & 10 Miler - 3/19
- Catawba Mountain Hike RATC - 3/20
- Arcadia Field Trip-BRWS Field Trip - 3/26
- Wilderness First Aid Course - 3/26
- Grandparents Adventure Build a Bird House - 3/26
- Vertical Motion-Rock Climbing - 3/26
- 7 Day Overnight Spring Break Trip - 3/27
- Poor Mountain Hike RATC - 3/27
- Intro to Kayaking - 3/27
- Anthony Knob Loop Hike RATC - 3/27
- Cooking with Native Plants BRWS Meeting - 3/28
- Dragons Tooth Hike Followed by Dinner at the Home Place - 4/2
- Mill Mountain Mayhem 10K Trail Run - 4/9
- National College Blue Ridge Marathon - 4/16
- Down by Downtown Music Festival (part of marathon) - 4/16
- Twilight Bicycle Criterium Race - 4/16
- National Paddling Film Festival - 4/22
- Canoe Demo at Carvins Cove - 4/23
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Roanoke Regional Partnership · 111 Franklin Plaza, Suite 333 · Roanoke, VA 24011540.343.1550 X 104 · www.roanoke.org
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