The Colorado Racing News - the Monthly e-Newsletter of BRAC

The Colorado Racing News

BRAC's Monthly e-Newsletter

October
2013

www.coloradocycling.org

Greetings!

Welcome to October and Fall Proper!

September was insane. Our thoughts and energy remain with those affected by the worst flooding in Colorado's recorded history. We have seen a tremendous response to this disaster, and wish to extend our most sincere gratitude to first responders, local heroes, caring neighbors, and all those involved in the massive clean-up efforts. Thank you from all of us at BRAC.

On the racing front, we had an action packed September - Collegiate Track Nationals in the Springs, the final season of the Bear Creek Lake Time Trial Series, and cross racing in both 99 degree heat and chilly slopped-out mud in the dark. Many thanks to our event directors, who juggled dates, re-routed courses and re-scheduled events to deal with the Flood. Your efforts are much appreciated by the racing community.

October brings us a tremendous lineup of cross racing The nation's best racers will descend on us for the Colorado Cross Classic and Boulder Cup weekend. Look for October races in Frisco, Lakewood, Boulder, Golden, Loveland, Longmont and Parker. We have the full spectrum of cross racing - from big production events to midweek silliness. There is something great happening at a cross race near you!

Here's to a safe, healthy and fun October,

Chris

execdir@coloradocycling.org

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Massive Awesome Success

2013 BRAC Junior Cross Camp!

2013 BRAC Junior Cross campers enjoying a perfect Colorado fall day. Photo by Deirdre Moynihan.

More than 125 junior campers enjoyed a massively successful BRAC Junior Cross Camp over the last weekend of September. Held at the Rocky Mountain

Easter Seals in Empire, the Camp was directed by Deirdre Moynihan, coached by Marty Albe, managed by Clint Bickmore, and featured great sponsors, incredible volunteers and brilliant sunshine. "Thank you to the kids for your efforts and enthusiasm - you bring out the best in all of us," said Clint Bickmore, BRAC Board President. "And a huge shout to Adam from Alpha Bicycle Co for tuning 125+ bikes to perfection!"

We have a huge photo album from Camp posted on our Facebook Page - check it out!

Happy cross kid! Photo by Deirdre Moynihan.

Huge Thanks:

Margell Abel & Tough Girls

Alpha Bicycle Co - Adam Rachubinski

Altitude Cycling - Marty Albe & Crew

Mina Anderberg

Lina & Dave Bailey

Cade, Clay & Clint Bickmore

Chris Boling

Kristal Boni

Aaron 'Boups' Bouplon - Course Designer

Breeze Brown

Robert Brudendell

Eric Brunner

Chris Cleavelin

Clif Bar

Dan DePalmalarae

Excel Sports Boulder

Exustar USA - Shoe Donation

Dan Farrell

Feedback Sports

Finish Line Bicycle Care Products

Joe Fortin

Jeff Gardner

Gates Carbon Drive - Cabin Sponsor

Just Go Harder Foundation

Mark Greig

Jason Hartmann

Shelley Hartmann

Loren Hettinger

Hottman Law Office - Cabin Sponsor

Rebecca Lawrence

Ksenia Lepikhina

John Leybourne

Kim Linder

Robert Malsch

Catie McDowell-Ross

Ian McPherson

Rip Mobus

Patrick Morrissey

Deirdre & Sean Moynihan

Chris Mygatt

Lori Ogbuji

Jason Parker

Rapid Racing

Eli Ricca & His Weed Whacking Prowess

Rocky Mountain Easter Seals Camp

McCauley Smith

Joe Strandell

Danny Summerhill

Jesse Swift

Marco Vasquez

Keith Watson

Wheat Ridge Cyclery

Davis Wilkey

Robin Wright

Emily Zinn

Aaron Zoerner

And everybody (50+ volunteers!!) who contributed to this amazing weekend!

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'Year of the Colorado Cycling Woman'

2013 BRAC Women's Summit

Look at the line-up at the 1st Ever BRAC Women's Cross Camp! Photo by BRAC.

Following our well-attended and productive 2012 BRAC Women's Summit, 2013 has seen a number of significant milestones for women's racing in Colorado. Many people have worked very hard and contributed to this amazing success. Thank you to BRAC Board members past and present, staff, volunteers, camp directors, coaches, mentors, athletes, event directors, officials, and sponsors for making this growth possible. This year's BRAC Women's Summit - 2013 - the Year of the Colorado Cycling Woman - will be held on Tuesday, October 1 at 6:30pm at Prestige Imports in Lakewood. Check out these facts:

HUGE numbers for SW4 on the road - 40+ athletes at multiple events!
Creation of SW3 for cross protects beginners and provides a smooth transition for developing racers.
115 SW4 athletes were mentored in four mentoring criteriums this spring.
40+ elite women threw down at the 1st ever Fort Follies Women's GP with the USA Pro Challenge.
40+ women at the 1st Ever BRAC Women's Racing Camp.
50+ women at the 1st Ever BRAC Cross Camp.
Big Numbers in SW4 and SW3 in the first month of 2013 cross racing.
EQUAL Prize Money for the SW Open and SM Open in the 2013 Colorado Cross Cup presented by Nationwide.

A hot day but a great day! 2013 BRAC Women's Cross Camp.

Photo by BRAC.

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Life Saver:

BRAC Member Tim Crossen

Saves Fellow Racer at Bear Creek

Joe Turek. Photo by Megan Hottman.

On Thursday, September 19, 2013, BRAC member and Bear Creek Lake Time Trial racer Joe Turek suffered a heart attack as he finished his race. Joe was immediately attended to by fellow racer Front Ranger Tim Crossen, a spin instructor who has Red Cross first aid and resuscitation training. Tim immediately applied compressions to Joe's chest until the on-site EMT arrived, followed quickly by West Metro Rescue. Tim's efforts literally saved Joe's life and Joe was even able to attend the next week's time trial (as a spectator!). Everyone at BRAC wishes Joe a speedy recovery, and we offer our most sincere gratitude to Tim and the medical professionals who accomplished a miracle to save Joe's life.

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Colorado Mesa University

National Champions on the Track!

Colorado Mesa University at the 2012 Collegiate Track Nationals. Congrats on taking the title in 2013!

Colorado Mesa University won the Division II overall at the 2013 Collegiate Track National Championships in September of 2013. Congratulations on this amazing achievement! Air Force finished in second in Division II, and CU and Fort Lewis also had incredible performances to finish on the podium for Division I. Many great rides were delivered by alumni from the BRAC Junior Development Program - congrats all!

The commitment shown by these schools and athletes is extraordinary, and we offer HUGE congratulations to the coaches, directors, athletic programs, and athletes who earned these titles.

For a full listing of results, please see this link.

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2014 Cyclo-Cross National Championships

Update and Volunteer Opportunities

BRAC is a proud Community Partner of the 2014 Cyclo-Cross National Championships to be held at Valmont Bike Park in Boulder. As a dedicated partner, one of our biggest roles is to help gather the hundreds of volunteers required to host a successful six-day event. BRAC members will have the fantastic opportunity to be the first group to sign-up for volunteer slots for the event. Please see the Boulder CX 14 Home Page for complete information, including lodging for out-of-state friends, links to volunteer shifts and sign-ups (up soon), and training (including tips training for alcohol) for volunteers through the City of Boulder. We're closing in on 100 days til Cross Nats - it's time to get ready for a spectacular week of racing as we welcome the country's best to Colorado.

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Colorado Cycling Community Profile

Amy Dombroski is Racing Cross in Belgium

Again This Season

Amy Dombroski started competitive cycling after a knee injury in Alpine ski racing. She is now one of the fastest women in the country in cyclo-cross, and just went back to Belgium this week for a full season of mud, frites, beer and bad weather. Amy was kind enough to talk with our own Amanda C about racing, sleeping, racing Worlds, and other stuff. Go Here for the complete interview.

Splat. Photo by a Belgian guy.

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BRAC Membership Benefits

Many companies, both local and international, support our organization and our members with great discounts, and many provide cash returns for our Development Programs.

We have great offers for you: 50% off cycling skin care products from BALM Co, 40% off the entire selection of Rudy Project, world-class bike fits from the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, Retul and the Denver Fit Loft, Polar Bottles, and many others.

Please see our Member Businesses & Benefits Page for a complete list of companies and individuals who support our organization. Thanks all who contribute to our cycling community!

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BRAC on Facebook and twitter

We are close to 3,000 followers on our Facebook page! Check us out for tons of photo albums from our races and connections to many other cycling organizations.