Sport Factory E News

March 2010

Athletes have many options when purchasing a power meter for training and racing. In addition to on-bike units, there are some compelling new indoor power training options that may fit your niche. Cyclops, maker of the most popular power meter, the Power Tap, has been incorporating its technology into spin cycles, and most recently, the PowerBeam Pro stationary trainer. Read on...

2010 Sport Factory Triathlon Clinics

Mark your calendars and sign up early! We have posted our 2010 Triathlon Clinic Schedule HERE and our first clinic is FREE to all participants.

Space is limited and you must register to attend. All clinics are held at Roswell Bicycles and are free to Sport Factory Team Members.

Not a team member? Join our Club Team and reap the benefits! For just $75 you receive a Sugoi tri top, team discount on bikes and accessories through Roswell Bicycles, free admission to 6 select clinics, 20% discount on Sport Factory specialty services and classes such as The Grind. It is a membership that truly pays for itself.

Sport Factory Video Swim Clinic Series

Our talented swim coaches are hosting a 4-part video swim clinic series. Come to one or all four. Each clinic will last 2.5hrs and are limited to just SIX participants per two instructors to ensure individual attention to each athlete. Attendance at all four clinics is recommended for progression. Please register early to reserve your spot.

April 11th: Proper body position, balance, and hip roll. Year round swimmer technique vs. Triathletes, preventing swimmers shoulder through rotator cuff stability exercises.
April 18th: Arm recovery and entry, dryland exercises for swimming, and introduction to sculling and feel for the water.
May 2nd: Catch and pull, general workout guidelines, and discussion of swim equipment
May 16th: Snap and power, open water swimming skills, and race preparation.

The Less Glamorous Side of Triathlon

By Chris Zimmer

While we would all like to look as cool (and be as fast!) as Craig Alexander or Chris McCormack on race day, there are inevitably going to be moments that we hope were not caught on film!

Chris Zimmer recalls his Top 5 Most Embarrassing Moments in the sport. Fear not-- if it's embarrassing, it's already been done. And it will make for a good story the next day! Read on . . .

Metronome Running for Efficiency

How fast you run is a product of three basic elements; your stride length, your stride rate, and your force of contraction upon ground contact. Metronome running helps to address a common deficiency- low stride rate. Read on...

Team Sport Factory News

Team Meeting
Team Sport Factory's annual Team Kickoff will be on Sunday, March 21st at 4pm. at Roswell Bicycles. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Look for Team Sport Factory at the ING Health & Fitness Expo on 3/20/10.

Save Money with our Product and Service Sponsors
Have you checked out the discounts available to Team Sport Factory members lately? We are always adding new discounts to the list.

Don't forget to register for ELEVEN Reynold's Plantation
With a successful series in South Africa, olympic-distance specialists 11global brings the series to GA in 2010. The Ritz at Reynold's Plantation will host the inaugural event on May 22nd, as well as an Aquathlon for Kids on May 23r. Sport Factory athletes may receive a $20 registration discount. Read on . . .

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Roswell Bicycles' 23rd Annual TENT SALE is going on now.
There's one weekend left to take advantage of smokin' deals on bikes, gear, and service. Try out a new bike for free through the demo program, or take part in one of the clinics. Read on . . .

Th

e Specialized TT Helmets are here!
Stop by today to check them out.

2010 Wilier Imperiale Review

Roswell Bicycles is excited to announce that the beautiful 2010 Wilier Imperiale is gracing the cover of Bicycling Magazine's 2010 Buyer's Guide with a full page review on the inside.

This bike is a hot item! Go to Roswell Bicycles, a Top 100 Bicycle Retailer, to see the 2010 Wilier Imperale up close and personal during their huge March Mania Tent Sale, March 5-14, and take advantage of the season's biggest kick-off sale while you're there. Also, see a list of their bikes that they're selling at huge discounts during the Tent Sale.