Last Night's River Road 10-Mile Time Trial Results................

COMBINED RESULTS FROM THE JULY 2nd RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:
1. Ken Petruzzelli 25:02
2. Tom Tucker 25:10
3. Roy Holley 25:37
4. David Dura 25:51
5. Josh Rowe 26:01
6. Rogelio Barrera 26:04
7. Mike Trowbridge 26:05
8. Jim Mensching 26:14
9. Tom Murphy 26:45 (New PR!)
10. Joanne Gilchrist 27:28
11. Jeff Nye 28:00
12. Ben Mallory 28:04
13. Kerry Maxwell 28:20
14. Michelle Nye 29:33 (New PR!)
15. Skip Lees (Flatted)

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JULY 2nd RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:

CATEGORY "A" MEN:
1. Ken Petruzzelli 25:02 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Josh Rowe 26:01 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 27:28 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Michelle Nye 29:33 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

WOMEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
No competitors.

CATEGORY "B" MEN:
1. David Dura 25:51 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Jeff Nye 28:00 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Tom Tucker 25:10 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Roy Holley 25:37 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Rogelio Barrera 26:04 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Tom Murphy 26:45 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Mike Trowbridge 26:05 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Jim Mensching 26:14 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Kerry Maxwell 28:20 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Skip Lees (Flatted) (2 points)

JUNIOR MEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Ben Mallory 28:04 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Josh Rowe 26:01 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Mike Trowbridge 26:05 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Jeff Nye 28:00 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Ben Mallory 28:04 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)
5. Skip Lees (Flatted) (2 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Ken Petruzzelli 46 points
3. Jeff Ochs 44 points
4. David Albrecht 38 points
5. Paul McIntyre 30 points
6. Josh Rowe 25 points
7. Josh Bullock 22 points
8. Tim Olson 16 points
9. Mike Painter 12 points
9. Mike Cordova 12 points
9. Rich Thurman 12 points
9. Jeff Galland 12 points
13. David Kyle 8 points
13. Greg Watkins 8 points
13. Weston Crumm 8 points
13. Jeff Tse 8 points
17. Eric Ayars 6 points
18. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 94 points
2. Michelle Nye 84 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Michelle Rossman 22 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
6. Kim Lange 14 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jeanne O'regan 70 points
2. Kim Agur 56 points
3. Darlene Henderson 42 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 30 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 24 points
6. Margaret Bomberg 19 points
7. Kate Cavell 12 points
7. Sue Kamrar 12 points
9. Janine Rood 10 points
10. Grace Twedt 8 points
11. Lorna Andrette 6 points
11. Teresa Long 6 points
13. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 84 points
2. Jeff Nye 82 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Greenlee 132 points
2. Tom Murphy 78 points
3. Kenny Price 38 points
4. Hal Tacker 32 points
5. Tom Tucker 24 points
6. Roy Holley 10 points
6. Joe Sanders 10 points
6. Charlie Pelton 10 points
9. Rogelio Barrera 8 points
9. Clay Johnson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 136 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 60 points
3. Skip Lees 60 points
4. Kerry Maxwell 20 points
5. Clayton Anderson 16 points
5. James Gilchrist 16 points
7. Dan Spencer 10 points
7. Bill Brent 10 points
7. Walt Schafer 10 points
10. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 72 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 28 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Jeff Nye 62 points
2. Tom Murphy 51 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 44 points
3. Kenny Price 44 points
5. Ben Mallory 40 points
6. Skip Lees 36 points
7. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
7. Jesse Mallory 16 points
9. Clayton Anderson 13 points
9. Kevin Nye 13 points
11. Josh Rowe 12 points
11. Mike Painter 12 points
11. Matt Carlson 12 points
11. Tim Olson 12 points
11. Weston Crumm 12 points
16. Clay Johnson 10 points
16. Joe Sanders 10 points
16. Jeff Via 10 points
16. Michael Dufresne 10 points
16. David Albrecht 10 points
21. Gary Fowler 8 points
22. Darius Vixie 6 points
22. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
24. Bill Brent 4 points
25. Anthony Costello 3 points
26. Jonny Pierson 3 points
27. Nicolas King 3 points
28. Jeff Weisener 3 points
29. Johnny Borg 3 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 10-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be scattered around the Chico area - Chico River Road, River Road, Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane, Lassen Road, Meridian Road and others to be announced as the weeks go on. The idea is to get a feel for the various 10-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be a few that are thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. Most of the Thursday Night 10-Mile Time Trials WILL count towards the Series Overall Standings. (There will be a 25-Mile TT Series, as well as a 6-Mile TT Series, announced soon).

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 20 to 45 minute 10-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 2 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series.

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on 10-Mile Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Coal Canyon Circuit Race on Sunday, July 5th - 9:00AM!!!

Sunday, July 5th - Coal Canyon Circuit Race - 9:00AM - A NEW Circuit Race Course to try out for 2009!! This 5.9 mile long loop goes over rolling terrain and climbs approximately 290 feet per lap. Will suit a variety of riders. Registration will open at 8:30am NEAR the intersection of Coal Canyon Road-Wheelock Road & Hwy. 70. The Category "A" Race will go off at 9:00AM, the Category "B" Race will go at 9:02AM, and the Category "C" Race will go at 9:04AM. Category "A" & "B" Riders will do 6 laps each - for a total of 35.4 Miles and 1,740 feet of total climbing. The Category "C" Race will go 3 laps - for a total of 17.7 Miles and 870 feet of total climbing (the "C" race will not be counted towards the Road R.A.C.E. Series). The Start/Finish Line is located on Coal Canyon Road - just up the road from the intersection of Wheelock Road & Hwy. 70. You will travel in a clockwise direction from Coal Canyon Road to Hwy. 70....and back to Coal Canyon Road....for one lap. For a map of this course, please visit: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Coal-Canyon-Circuit-Race . I will be bringing some water bottles out there to pass out to riders, BUT - water bottle hand-ups will be solely dependent upon volunteers! Parking is somewhat available at the Start/Finish area of the course - but the best bet is to park at Spring Valley School and just ride down to the Start Area on Coal Canyon Road........approximately 2.7 miles away from the school(and downhill when heading to Coal Canyon). Most United States Cycling Federation rules apply to these races - you know, WEAR YOUR HELMET, don't ride like a nutcase, and all that good stuff. Sandbaggers are strongly discouraged (a Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider racing a Category "B" or "C" race - must be completely obvious to the Race Director). The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider deemed unsafe or unsportsmanlike. A mention about Tri Bars - You can have Tri Bars on your bicycle - BUT, you must NOT use them if you are in a pack or paceline - especially on this course! Normally, in a United States Cycling Federation race, you would not be allowed to have them on your bicycle in a mass-start event like this one - but I know many of us like them on our bicycles and use them for training. This isn't the World Championships - we do these Circuit Races for fun, fitness and practice - but please do NOT use your Tri Bars in a pack/paceline situation. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

This morning' Humboldt Road Race Results............

Beautiful conditions for this morning's 6:00AM Humboldt Road Race - a very short climb for a nice early morning lung buster! Below are this morning's results, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series:

Category "A" Men Results from July 1st Humboldt Road Race:
1. Jesse Rushing 14:45 (5 points)
2. Scott Heather 15:55 (4 points)
3. Mike Trowbridge 16:12 (3 points)

Women's Category Results from the July 1st Humboldt Road Race:
1. Forough Molina 17:35 (5 points)

Category "B" Men Results from the July 1st Humboldt Road Race:
1. Jon Keyzer 16:41 (5 points)
2. Rob Evans 17:10 (4 points)
3. Patrick Clark 17:26 (3 points)
4. John Dewart 18:01 (2 points)
5. Ray Bransky 19:01 (1 point)
6. Jim Mensching 21:36 (1 point)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES:

Current Overall Standings for Category "A" Men:
1. Rich Thurman 95 points
2. Brad Foster 94 points
3. Greg Golet 92 points
4. Kevin Speacht 59 points
5. Mike Smith 52 points
6. Alex Blease 50 points
7. Aren Timmel 49 points
8. Sean Molina 48 points
9. Jim Roberts 42 points
10. Josh Bullock 35 points
11. Mike Castaldo 32 points
11. Paul McIntyre 32 points
13. James Plummer 29 points
14. Mike Painter 24 points
15. Randy Moon 20 points
16. Tyler Honeyman 18 points
16. Jeff Galland 18 points
18. Mike Thorpe 14 points
19. Nelson Frink 12 points
19. Charlie Dawson 12 points
21. Ethan Black 10 points
21. Rob Bishop 10 points
23. Scott Heather 9 points
24. Kris Blee 6 points
24. Joe Shelburne 6 points
26. Jesse Rushing 5 points
26. Kyle Hughes 5 points
28. Mike Thorpe 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Forough Molina 97 points
2. Elizabeth Brent 68 points
3. Darlene Henderson 60 points
4. Grace Twedt 48 points
5. Mary Reyes 38 points
6. Joanne Gilchrist 34 points
7. Kristen Schonauer 32 points
8. Jamie Batha 29 points
8. Kim Agur 29 points
10. Christine Bergmann 24 points
11. Kim Lange 22 points
12. Emily Fisher 20 points
13. Caryn Jones 5 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Michael Crumm 97 points
2. Charlie Pelton 83 points
3. Denny McKenney 73 points
4. Tom Embree 48 points
5. Mark Bloom 39 points
6. Jim Mensching 35 points
7. Scott Heather 34 points
7. Chris Roots 34 points
7. Preben Nielsen 34 points
7. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
11. Matt Carlson 30 points
12. Steve Kodad 28 points
13. Greg Watkins 24 points
14. Skip Lees 23 points
15. Gary Manwill 22 points
15. Bill Brent 22 points
17. Brian Ray 20 points
18. Bill Bergmann 18 points
18. Geno Gruber 18 points
20. Mike Candela 16 points
20. Dan Spencer 16 points
22. Alex Albrecht 12 points
23. Rob Evans 8 points
24. Jon Keyzer 5 points
24. Samuel Bransky 5 points
26. Norm Rosene 4 points
27. Patrick Clark 3 points
27. Bill Travers 3 points
27. Ray Bransky 3 points
30. John Dewart 2 points

2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's various Chico Road Races, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but this time, they will ALSO be in a "Series" format. For those curious, the approximate definition of "Bicycle Road Races" can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_bicycle_racing

This Series will go from Saturday, May 30th through mid-September 2009......just before the Henleyville Road Race on September 19th, 2009! Most of these races will be starting at either 8:00AM or 9:00AM on the weekends - but some could be as early as 7:00AM.......and others starting as late as 10:00AM(highly unlikely).

Why have this event???

Looking at cycle racing from an international view, "road racing" is one of the most prestigious aspects of bicycle racing. The greatest racing champions in the hisotry of our great sport - Eddy Merckx, Lance Armstrong, Bernard Hinault, Fausto Coppi, Greg LeMond, Miguel Indurain, Gino Bartali - the list goes on and on and on. These riders were great "road racing" champions. The road race itself requires great stamina, strength, speed, skill and sense to win - or to place. To win a road race - or place highly in a road race consistently - is the epitome of a great cycle racing champion. This contest will track the most consistent riders in the area for road racing. The winner of this event will have a great opportunity for bragging rights - plus, they'll win the Series Championship Trophy!!

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series:

1. We will be using a variety of courses for this Series - including some flat courses, very hilly courses, somewhat hilly courses, circuit race courses(no Crits) and so forth. The idea is to get a variety of course profiles going for the Series to test the riders a bit. Next year - 2010 - this Series will also be starting much earlier in the year in order to get a feel for different weather conditions as well.

2. ALL riders must sign in this year at the start of EACH event - There will be a small table at the Start/Finish location - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins normally start 30 minutes before the event takes place and closes about 1-2 minutes before the event starts. Rain or wet weather will normally not cancel the events. However, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, may cancel some of the Road Races due to hazardous air quality.

3. There will normally be 2 Categories racing at the Road Races - the Category "A" Event and the Category "B" Event. However, EACH Series Category will be picked separately(Women's, Women's Masters, Men's Masters, Juniors, etc.). Category "A" races will normally start first, with the Category "B" races starting a couple of minutes later. If there are enough racers to have a separate category start after the "B" event, we will make that happen as well.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Road Race training/riding a shot! They're a GREAT workout!!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 25-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1, with an additional 4 points being given to each participant at each event. So, 25 points goes to the winner, 20 points goes to 2nd place, 18 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 4 more points just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. If one race proves particularly harsh.........ex. - the Jonesville Road Race on June 7th..............the point breakdown MAY be increased(35 to the winner, 30 to 2nd and so forth). IN ADDITION - It is quite possible that some of the Mini-Road-Races held during the week MAY be counted towards the Overall Title, but with fewer points (think.......5 to the winner, 4 to 2nd, 3 to 3rd and so on.....with NO point bonuses for competing).

7. Although the races are advertised as having 2 Categories out on the course - Category A and Category B - the Series itself has more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Category "B" Men
And any others if there are enough riders!

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy - as of NOW. We will ADD Categories if enough riders show up out there - so tell your friends!! If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event - this would have to be completely obvious to the Race Director).

In addition, trophies will normally be given out at EACH event for the winners in various categories............depending upon the budget of the Race Director.

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Road R.A.C.E.s in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - try not to use colorful language out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race at the finish line and so forth. ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Road Race events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Road Race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Last Night's Chico Airport Criterium Results................

Hi Everyone!! We had another great turnout last night for the Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - I would like to thank ALL of you for coming out to these events and taking part or spectating!! Also, a HUGE thank you goes out to Steve Vickery and Madison Bear Garden for providing Bear Bucks as Prime Prizes last night!!

We had some great racing action out there last night, even with the higher temperatures. One rider to keep an eye on in the coming months is 12-year-old Krissie Mensching(Jim's daughter) in the Category "C" races - she has quite the sprint!!!

We will be back out for the Airport Criterium next Tuesday Night - July 7th!

Okay, below are the Category Results from last night's Airport Criterium, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. And remember - the Results are always Preliminary for the first 24-hours after posting.......so if you see any corrections, additions, subtractions, deletions, etc., please let me know!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 30th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Albrecht (7 points + 25 Prime Points + 1 = 33 points)
2. Mike Painter (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Mike Smith (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Greg Golet (3 points + 12 Prime Points + 1 = 16 points)
5. Mike Trowbridge (2 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 8 points)
6. Roy Steves (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Rob Bishop 1 point
8. Anthony Ferretti 1 point
Pack Finish:
Brad Foster (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
Alex Blease (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
Jeff Ochs 1 point
Tim Creswell 1 point
Margaret Jones 1 point
Janeen Thorpe 1 point
Scott Heather 1 point

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 30th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Matt Itamura (7 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 13 points)
2. Tom Embree (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Jon Keyzer (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Shawn Hughes (3 points + 20 Prime Points + 1 = 24 points)
5. Charlie Pelton (2 points + 7 Prime Points + 1 = 10 points)
6. Rylan Gustafson (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Jim Mensching 1 point
8. Jim Clark 1 point
9. Jeff Nye 1 point
10. Gary Manwill (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
11. Tom Murphy 1 point
Pack Finish:
Joe Schlesinger (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
Adam Tischler 1 point
Dan Spencer (2 Prime Points + 1 = 3 points)
Denny McKenney 1 point
Greg Hollis 1 point
Jamison Watts 1 point
David Klein 1 point
Marcos Ramirez 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 30th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Janeen Thorpe (7 points + 1 = 8 points)
2. Margaret Jones (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Michelle Nye (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Caryn Jones (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Michelle Rossman (2 points + 2 Prime Points + 1 = 5 points)

CATEGORY "C" RACERS FROM THE JUNE 30th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Krissie Mensching (Age 12)
2. Kelly Michum (Age 13)
3. Kevin Nye (Age 12)
4. Daynen Heyeck (Age 10)
5. Ben Golet (Age 10)
6. Dylan Golet (Age 13) - Flatted
7. Kyle Golet (Age 8) - Flatted
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #1 = Krissie Mensching
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #2 = Ben Golet
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #3 = Kevin Nye
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #4 = Krissie Mensching
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #5 = Daynen Heyeck
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #6 = Krissie Mensching
Winner of the Final Sprint Prize = Krissie Mensching

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Jim Mensching
Brad Foster
Shawn Hughes
Charlie Pelton
Jeff Nye
Michelle Nye
Mike Trowbridge
Tom Embree
Michelle Rossman
David Albrecht
Maggie Jones
Rob Bishop
Tom Murphy

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. David Albrecht 335 points
2. Jeff Galland 298 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 135 points
4. Greg Golet 125 points
5. Mike Smith 116 points
6. Roy Steves 113 points
7. Alex Blease 83 points
8. Mike Cordova 64 points
9. Tim Creswell 57 points
10. Mike Painter 50 points
11. Josh Bullock 49 points
12. Kevin Speacht 45 points
13. James Plummer 39 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
15. Scott Heather 37 points
16. Michael Jasinski 33 points
17. Margaret Jones 29 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
18. Anthony Ferretti 27 points
18. Jeff Ochs 27 points
20. Steve Vickery 25 points
21. Rob Bishop 24 points
22. Brad Foster 23 points
23. Pedro Brown 19 points
24. Ryan Olson 12 points
24. Geno Gruber 12 points
26. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
26. Michael Dufresne 11 points
28. Charlie Dawson 10 points
28. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
28. Aren Timmel 10 points
31. Janeen Thorpe 8 points
31. Ethan Black 8 points
31. Paul McIntyre 8 points
34. Evan Carroll 7 points
34. Ben Bryant 7 points
34. Dave Berman 7 points
37. Weston Crumm 6 points
38. Greg Melton 5 points
39. Kenny Price 4 points
39. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
39. Jesse Rushing 4 points
42. David Kyle 3 points
42. CJ Humphries 3 points
42. Randy Moon 3 points
42. Mike Castaldo 3 points
46. Dain Melton 2 points
47. Mike Thorpe 1 point
48. Lindsay Myers 1 point
49. Jim Clark 1 point
50. Morgan Bonar 1 point
51. Dan Reymann 1 point
52. Kurt Haskins 1 point
53. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 337 points
2. Tom Embree 270 points
3. Charlie Pelton 231 points
4. Matt Itamura 193 points
5. Scott Heather 117 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 52 points
9. David Klein 43 points
10. Joe Schlesinger 42 points
11. Tom Murphy 41 points
12. Jim Mensching 36 points
13. Denny McKenney 30 points
14. Jon Keyzer 23 points
15. Skip Lees 20 points
16. Dan Spencer 18 points
17. Jim Clark 17 points
17. Colin Moakley 17 points
19. Matt Davis 16 points
19. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
19. David Weathers 16 points
22. Alex Albrecht 15 points
23. Dain Melton 14 points
24. Greg Watkins 13 points
25. Bill Travers 11 points
26. Samuel Bransky 10 points
26. Ray Bransky 10 points
26. Matt Carlson 10 points
29. Gary Manwill 9 points
29. Clay Johnson 9 points
29. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
32. BJ LaRossa 8 points
33. Jeff Nye 7 points
33. Christopher Cook 7 points
35. Adam Tischler 6 points
35. Kareem Speake 6 points
37. Gary Fowler 5 points
37. Sandy Speake 5 points
37. Jeff Ochs 5 points
40. John Wiesinger 4 points
40. David Dura 4 points
40. Brian Strukan 4 points
43. Rylan Gustafson 3 points
43. Lawrence Livermore 3 points
43. Joshua Pasos 3 points
43. Derek Moffitt 3 points
43. Darrin Reichel 3 points
43. James Gilchrist 3 points
43. Jeff Davis 3 points
50. Marcos Ramirez 2 points
50. Charlie Geshekter 2 points
50. Steve Kodad 2 points
50. Mark Hendry 2 points
54. Jamison Watts 1 point
55. Greg Hollis 1 point
56. Ben Mallory 1 point
57. Leif Peterson 1 point
58. Dallas Thorpe 1 point
59. Steve Watson 1 point
60. Rich Hogan 1 point
61. Skip Latham 1 point
62. James Hefner 1 point
63. Clay Johnson 1 point
64. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
65. Shawn Fisher 1 point
66. John D'Ewart 1 point
67. Johnny Jones 1 point
68. Walt Schafer 1 point
69. Greg Melton 1 point
70. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Margaret Jones 83 points
2. Lisa Martens 57 points
3. Caryn Jones 38 points
4. Janine Rood 36 points
5. Tracy Berman 33 points
6. Jenn Gruber 32 points
7. Michelle Nye 19 points
8. Janeen Thorpe 18 points
8. Michelle Rossman 18 points
8. Forough Molina 18 points
11. Christa Ritchey 14 points
12. Morgan Bonar 12 points
13. Ashley Erickson 8 points
13. Brenda Cranford 8 points
15. Lindsay Myers 6 points
16. Michelle Thorpe 3 points
17. Amy Dawson 2 points
17. Shirley Huffman 2 points
19. Lori Cox 1 point
20. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
21. Teresa Kludt 1 point
22. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Thursday Night Chico River Road 10-Mile Time Trial................

No early morning Time Trial tomorrow.......just the evening event:

6:00 PM Thursday, July 2nd - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00pm (No morning Time Trial today - sorry!) - Registration opens at 5:40pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. This classic Chico Time Trial course has been used for the last 29+ years. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! An extremely rough draft of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/River-Road-10-Mile-TT-Course (yes, the course is really 10 miles, not 9.9). And if you look at the Elevation Profile......it might tell you why coming back always seems a bit tougher than going out! (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Wednesday Early Morning Humboldt Road Race - 6:00AM..............

A little early morning leg burn tomorrow morning at 6:00AM!

Wednesday, July 1st - Humboldt Road Race - 6:00AM (3.4 miles and 751 feet of climbing - just an early morning leg burn!) - Beat the heat with this early morning ride up Humboldt! Registration will open at 5:45am at the bottom of Humboldt Road(right near Stilson Canyon Road), with the race starting promptly at 6:00AM. This will be a mass-start event for this short climb up Humboldt Road - starting near Stilson Canyon Road and finishing at the Stop Ahead Sign at the top of the hill. A map of this short-course Road Race can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Humboldt-Road-Race-AM-Racing (Point event for the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Tuesday Night's Chico Airport Criterium..................

Tuesday, June 30th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (As & Bs) & 7:00PM (Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 30th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be approximately 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 15 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net . Also - If anyone would like to donate Prime Prizes for any of the events, please bring them out to the Criterium or e-mail me.

CRITERIUM NOTES:

Hi Everyone!! With summer here, the evening Criteriums are becoming quite popular out at the Airport. So, with that in mind, I would like to just give a few pointers out there to keep everyone safe and sound.....and having a good ride out at the event:

1. Category "B" Riders - During the event, make certain that you do NOT mix in with the Category "A" Riders.......if they come up on you, let them take the left-side of the course and let them pass you!! Do NOT draft them, and do not block their way......just keep it nice and smooth. If you have been lapped or dropped by the "B" Category, do NOT use the "A" Category pack to get back up to the "B" group.

2. Category "A" Riders - Same as No. 1 - if the "B" group is going faster, let them pass on the left side and do not draft off of them, or mix in with their group. In turn, if y'all are passing the "B" group - pass them......don't dangle behind them or in with them......and please communicate your intent, etc. And, like the Bs, don't use the "B" group to get back into the "A" group.

3. Category "B" Riders - You finish your race approximately 5 minutes before the Category "A" race finishes. PLEASE get to the inside lane(right side) of the course during your cool-down lap and let the Category "A" riders continue racing. Better yet, get on the sidewalk ASAP and back to the Start/Finish area......off the course entirely(preferable).

4. Category "C" Riders - PLEASE stay off the Criterium course during the Category "A" & "B" race!!! For warm-up, use other parts of the airport, or even the sidewalk if you can do it safely. Do NOT line up on the Start Line until after the last rider in the Category "A" race finishes.

5. Foul language - PLEASE watch your language out at the Airport Criteriums. We have lots of kids out there now ranging in age from 2 to 15, and lots of other spectators. Any colorful language out there will result in immediate disqualification from both the Current Criterium AND the Series, as well as all Primes, etc. So, as always - just be cool!! Y'all have been fantastic out there all year long - and all of last year - just keep it going that way!

6. Finally - Remember, we do these little events for fun, fitness, to practice some skills - just to have a good time....although quite challenging too!! Dangerous riding, unsafe moves, belligerent attitudes, unsportsmanlike conduct and over-the-top riding will NOT be tolerated. Keep it simple, keep it safe....and just use these events for what they really are......just little training events! A 5-point Prime Prize is NOT worth taking out you or any other rider - so, just be safe out there, as always. Everyone thus far has been OUTSTANDING in every aspect - just want to keep it going that way.

Thanks everyone for your participation in these little Airport Criteriums - y'all are the BEST!!!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

R.A.C.E. Events for June 30th - July 5th................

Tuesday, June 30th - Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, July 1st - The HUMBOLDT Road Race - 6:00AM (Point event for the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Wednesday, July 1st - - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, July 2nd - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, July 3rd -

Saturday, July 4th -

Sunday, July 5th - Coal Canyon Circuit Race - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Tuesday, June 30th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (As & Bs) & 7:00PM (Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 30th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net . Also - If anyone would like to donate Prime Prizes for any of the events, please bring them out to the Criterium or e-mail me.

Wednesday, July 1st - Humboldt Road Race - 6:00AM (3.4 miles and 751 feet of climbing - just an early morning leg burn!) - Beat the heat with this early morning ride up Humboldt! Registration will open at 5:45am at the bottom of Humboldt Road(right near Stilson Canyon Road), with the race starting promptly at 6:00AM. This will be a mass-start event for this short climb up Humboldt Road - starting near Stilson Canyon Road and finishing at the Stop Ahead Sign at the top of the hill. A map of this short-course Road Race can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Humboldt-Road-Race-AM-Racing (Point event for the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Wednesday, July 1st - FAST 50 - 6:00PM - The long-running independent "Fast 50" Wednesday night rides! The starting spot for this ride is in the parking lot of Rosedale Elementary School located at 100 Oak Street here in Chico. The ride leaves promptly at 6:00pm from the parking lot area. Many different levels of cyclists out there, so hook up with someone and enjoy the ride! A map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Fast-50255824 Rain does not cancel!

6:00 PM Thursday, July 2nd - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00pm (No morning Time Trial today - sorry!) - Registration opens at 5:40pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. This classic Chico Time Trial course has been used for the last 29+ years. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! An extremely rough draft of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/River-Road-10-Mile-TT-Course (yes, the course is really 10 miles, not 9.9). And if you look at the Elevation Profile......it might tell you why coming back always seems a bit tougher than going out! (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!)

Friday, July 3rd - Taking the day off.

Saturday, July 4th - Taking the day off.

Sunday, July 5th - Coal Canyon Circuit Race - 9:00AM - A NEW Circuit Race Course to try out for 2009!! This 5.9 mile long loop goes over rolling terrain and climbs approximately 290 feet per lap. Will suit a variety of riders. Registration will open at 8:30am NEAR the intersection of Coal Canyon Road-Wheelock Road & Hwy. 70. The Category "A" Race will go off at 9:00AM, the Category "B" Race will go at 9:02AM, and the Category "C" Race will go at 9:04AM. Category "A" & "B" Riders will do 6 laps each - for a total of 35.4 Miles and 1,740 feet of total climbing. The Category "C" Race will go 3 laps - for a total of 17.7 Miles and 870 feet of total climbing (the "C" race will not be counted towards the Road R.A.C.E. Series). The Start/Finish Line is located on Coal Canyon Road - just up the road from the intersection of Wheelock Road & Hwy. 70. You will travel in a clockwise direction from Coal Canyon Road to Hwy. 70....and back to Coal Canyon Road....for one lap. For a map of this course, please visit: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Coal-Canyon-Circuit-Race . I will be bringing some water bottles out there to pass out to riders, BUT - water bottle hand-ups will be solely dependent upon volunteers! Parking is somewhat available at the Start/Finish area of the course - but the best bet is to park at Spring Valley School and just ride down to the Start Area on Coal Canyon Road........approximately 2.7 miles away from the school(and downhill when heading to Coal Canyon). Most United States Cycling Federation rules apply to these races - you know, WEAR YOUR HELMET, don't ride like a nutcase, and all that good stuff. Sandbaggers are strongly discouraged (a Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider racing a Category "B" or "C" race - must be completely obvious to the Race Director). The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider deemed unsafe or unsportsmanlike. A mention about Tri Bars - You can have Tri Bars on your bicycle - BUT, you must NOT use them if you are in a pack or paceline - especially on this course! Normally, in a United States Cycling Federation race, you would not be allowed to have them on your bicycle in a mass-start event like this one - but I know many of us like them on our bicycles and use them for training. This isn't the World Championships - we do these Circuit Races for fun, fitness and practice - but please do NOT use your Tri Bars in a pack/paceline situation. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

This Morning's 25-Mile Time Trial Results................

Hi Everyone!! We had a very warm 25-Mile Time Trial this morning out on 7-Mile Lane! I would like to thank the 12 riders who took part in the event this morning! Below are the Combined Results and the Category Results from this morning's Time Trial, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico 25-Mile Time Trial Series. For some photos of this morning's event, please visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/.

The next Time Trial in this Series is tentatively scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 30th at 6:00PM: Thursday, July 30th - Aguas Frias 25-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Race #5 in the Chico 25-Mile Time Trial Series)

Combined Results from the June 28th 7-Mile Lane 25-Mile Time Trial:
1. Jim Roberts 1:04:33
2. Jim Greenlee 1:04:42
3. Roy Holley 1:05:12
4. Ken Petruzzelli 1:06:26
5. Jim Mensching 1:09:44 (New PR)
6. Tom Murphy 1:11:11 (New PR)
7. Dan Spencer 1:15:16
8. Skip Lees 1:17:05
9. Alex Albrecht 1:17:42
10. MaryAnn Bachus 1:21:39
11. Margaret Bomberg 2:08:10
Jeff Ochs DNF (Biomechanical issue)

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 28TH 7-MILE LANE 25-MILE TIME TRIAL:

Category "A" Men:
1. Ken Petruzzelli 1:06:26 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
Jeff Ochs DNF (4 points)

Women's Category:
No Competitors.

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. MaryAnn Bachus 1:21:39 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
2. Margaret Bomberg 2:08:10 (8 points + 4 = 12 points)

Category "B" Men:
1. Alex Albrecht 1:17:42 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Roberts 1:04:33 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
2. Jim Greenlee 1:04:42 (8 points + 4 = 12 points)
3. Roy Holley 1:05:12 (6 points + 4 = 10 points)
4. Tom Murphy 1:11:11 (4 points + 4 = 8 points)

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 1:09:44 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
2. Dan Spencer 1:15:16 (8 points + 4 = 12 points)
3. Skip Lees 1:17:05 (6 points + 4 = 10 points)

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Jim Roberts 1:04:33 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
2. Tom Murphy 1:11:11 (8 points + 4 = 12 points)
3. Skip Lees 1:17:05 (6 points + 4 = 10 points)
4. Alex Albrecht 1:17:42 (4 points + 4 = 8 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 25-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Ken Petruzzelli 38 points
2. Jeff Ochs 32 points
3. Greg Watkins 16 points
4. Mike Smith 14 points
5. Eric Ayars 10 points
6. Jim Clark 8 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 42 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Margaret Bomberg 38 points
2. Kim Agur 28 points
3. MaryAnn Bachus 14 points
4. Grace Twedt 12 points
5. Sue Kamrar 10 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 28 points
2. Alex Albrecht 14 points
3. Brian Ray 12 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Tom Murphy 32 ponits
2. Kenny Price 28 points
3. Jim Greenlee 26 points
4. Jim Roberts 14 points
5. Roy Holley 10 points
6. Hal Tacker 10 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 56 points
2. Skip Lees 44 points
3. Dan Spencer 12 points
4. James Gilchrist 12 points

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Skip Lees 40 points
2. Tom Murphy 38 points
3. Kenny Price 26 points
4. Jim Roberts 14 points
4. Mike Smith 14 points
6. Brian Ray 10 points
7. Alex Albrecht 8 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 25-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 25-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be around the Chico area - Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane and possibly others. The idea is to get a feel for the various 25-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be one that is thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. There will be 6 Time Trials that count towards this Series - 1 per month from April through September 2009.

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 25-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 4 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 25-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series. However, the Race Director reserves the right to DQ anyone at any time - usually for flagrant violations of common sense. ;)

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Table Mountain Road Race Results................

I would like to thank everyone who came out for the 50-Mile Table Mountain Road Race on Saturday morning!! It was HOT out there, so I really appreciate y'all coming out to give this event a shot!! Below are the Results from yesterday's Road Race, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series. For some photos and videos of this weekend's events (including the slowest race competiton between Kevin and Ethan!) - the Friday Night Airport Criterium, the Table Mountain Road Race on Saturday morning and the 25-Mile Time Trial from Sunday morning, please visit:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

Category "A" Men Results from June 27th Table Mountain Road Race:
1. Rich Thurman 2:08:35 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
2. Aren Timmel 2:08:35 (25 points + 4 = 29 points)
3. Greg Golet 2:09:38 (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
4. Alex Blease 2:14:05 (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
5. Brad Foster 2:22:38 (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
6. Jim Roberts 2:22:38 (14 points + 4 = 18 points)
7. Mike Castaldo 2:24:22 (12 points + 4 = 16 points)
8. Josh Bullock 2:24:40 (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
9. Nelson Frink 2:29:39 (8 points + 4 = 12 points)
10. Ethan Black 2:32:35 (6 points + 4 = 10 points)
11. Kevin Speacht 2:32:35 (4 points + 4 = 8 points)
12. Kris Blee 3:00:49 (2 points + 4 = 6 points)

Women's Category Results from the June 27th Table Mountain Road Race:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 2:44:21 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
2. Forough Molina 2:46:31 (25 points + 4 = 29 points)
3. Christine Bergmann (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
4. Darlene Henderson (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
5. Mary Reyes (16 points + 4 = 20 points)

Category "B" Men Results from the June 27th Table Mountain Road Race:
1. Scott Heather 2:36:37 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
2. Mike Crumm 2:36:40 (25 points + 4 = 29 points)
3. Denny McKenney 2:36:59 (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
4. Gary Manwill 2:40:59 (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
5. Brian Ray 2:55:41 (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
6. Bill Bergmann (14 points + 4 = 18 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES:

Current Overall Standings for Category "A" Men:
1. Rich Thurman 95 points
2. Brad Foster 94 points
3. Greg Golet 92 points
4. Kevin Speacht 59 points
5. Mike Smith 52 points
6. Alex Blease 50 points
7. Aren Timmel 49 points
8. Sean Molina 48 points
9. Jim Roberts 42 points
10. Josh Bullock 35 points
11. Mike Castaldo 32 points
12. Paul McIntyre 32 points
13. James Plummer 29 points
14. Mike Painter 24 points
15. Randy Moon 20 points
16. Tyler Honeyman 18 points
16. Jeff Galland 18 points
18. Mike Thorpe 14 points
19. Nelson Frink 12 points
19. Charlie Dawson 12 points
21. Ethan Black 10 points
21. Rob Bishop 10 points
23. Kris Blee 6 points
23. Joe Shelburne 6 points
25. Scott Heather 5 points
26. Kyle Hughes 5 points

Women's Category:
1. Forough Molina 92 points
2. Elizabeth Brent 68 points
3. Darlene Henderson 60 points
4. Grace Twedt 48 points
5. Mary Reyes 38 points
6. Joanne Gilchrist 34 points
7. Kristen Schonauer 32 points
8. Jamie Batha 29 points
8. Kim Agur 29 points
10. Christine Bergmann 24 points
11. Kim Lange 22 points
12. Emily Fisher 20 points
13. Caryn Jones 5 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Michael Crumm 97 points
2. Charlie Pelton 83 points
3. Denny McKenney 73 points
4. Tom Embree 48 points
5. Mark Bloom 39 points
6. Scott Heather 34 points
6. Chris Roots 34 points
6. Jim Mensching 34 points
6. Preben Nielsen 34 points
6. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
11. Matt Carlson 30 points
12. Steve Kodad 28 points
13. Greg Watkins 24 points
14. Skip Lees 23 points
15. Gary Manwill 22 points
15. Bill Brent 22 points
17. Brian Ray 20 points
18. Bill Bergmann 18 points
18. Geno Gruber 18 points
20. Mike Candela 16 points
20. Dan Spencer 16 points
22. Alex Albrecht 12 points
23. Samuel Bransky 5 points
24. Rob Evans 4 points
24. Norm Rosene 4 points
26. Bill Travers 3 points
27. Ray Bransky 2 points

2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's various Chico Road Races, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but this time, they will ALSO be in a "Series" format. For those curious, the approximate definition of "Bicycle Road Races" can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_bicycle_racing

This Series will go from Saturday, May 30th through mid-September 2009......just before the Henleyville Road Race on September 19th, 2009! Most of these races will be starting at either 8:00AM or 9:00AM on the weekends - but some could be as early as 7:00AM.......and others starting as late as 10:00AM(highly unlikely).

Why have this event???

Looking at cycle racing from an international view, "road racing" is one of the most prestigious aspects of bicycle racing. The greatest racing champions in the hisotry of our great sport - Eddy Merckx, Lance Armstrong, Bernard Hinault, Fausto Coppi, Greg LeMond, Miguel Indurain, Gino Bartali - the list goes on and on and on. These riders were great "road racing" champions. The road race itself requires great stamina, strength, speed, skill and sense to win - or to place. To win a road race - or place highly in a road race consistently - is the epitome of a great cycle racing champion. This contest will track the most consistent riders in the area for road racing. The winner of this event will have a great opportunity for bragging rights - plus, they'll win the Series Championship Trophy!!

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series:

1. We will be using a variety of courses for this Series - including some flat courses, very hilly courses, somewhat hilly courses, circuit race courses(no Crits) and so forth. The idea is to get a variety of course profiles going for the Series to test the riders a bit. Next year - 2010 - this Series will also be starting much earlier in the year in order to get a feel for different weather conditions as well.

2. ALL riders must sign in this year at the start of EACH event - There will be a small table at the Start/Finish location - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins normally start 30 minutes before the event takes place and closes about 1-2 minutes before the event starts. Rain or wet weather will normally not cancel the events. However, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, may cancel some of the Road Races due to hazardous air quality.

3. There will normally be 2 Categories racing at the Road Races - the Category "A" Event and the Category "B" Event. However, EACH Series Category will be picked separately(Women's, Women's Masters, Men's Masters, Juniors, etc.). Category "A" races will normally start first, with the Category "B" races starting a couple of minutes later. If there are enough racers to have a separate category start after the "B" event, we will make that happen as well.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Road Race training/riding a shot! They're a GREAT workout!!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 25-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1, with an additional 4 points being given to each participant at each event. So, 25 points goes to the winner, 20 points goes to 2nd place, 18 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 4 more points just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. If one race proves particularly harsh.........ex. - the Jonesville Road Race on June 7th..............the point breakdown MAY be increased(35 to the winner, 30 to 2nd and so forth). IN ADDITION - It is quite possible that some of the Mini-Road-Races held during the week MAY be counted towards the Overall Title, but with fewer points (think.......5 to the winner, 4 to 2nd, 3 to 3rd and so on.....with NO point bonuses for competing).

7. Although the races are advertised as having 2 Categories out on the course - Category A and Category B - the Series itself has more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Category "B" Men
And any others if there are enough riders!

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy - as of NOW. We will ADD Categories if enough riders show up out there - so tell your friends!! If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event - this would have to be completely obvious to the Race Director).

In addition, trophies will normally be given out at EACH event for the winners in various categories............depending upon the budget of the Race Director.

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Road R.A.C.E.s in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - try not to use colorful language out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race at the finish line and so forth. ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Road Race events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Road Race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Friday Night's Chico Airport Criterium Results..............

Okay, below are the Category Results from Friday night's Airport Criterium, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. And remember - the Results are always Preliminary for the first 24-hours after posting.......so if you see any corrections, additions, subtractions, deletions, etc., please let me know!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 26th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Roy Steves (7 points + 21 Prime Points + 1 = 29 points)
2. Josh Bullock (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Scott Heather (4 points + 14 Prime Points + 1 = 19 points)
4. Janeen Thorpe (3 points + 1 = 4 points)

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 26th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Charlie Pelton (7 points + 36 Prime Points + 1 = 44 points)
2. Tom Embree (5 points + 7 Prime Points + 1 = 13 points)
3. Shawn Hughes (4 points + 21 Prime Points + 1 = 26 points)
4. Matt Itamura (3 points + 7 Prime Points + 1 = 11 points)
5. Tom Murphy (2 points + 2 Prime Points + 1 = 5 points)
6. Jim Mensching (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Skip Lees (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
8. Jeff Nye 1 point
9. David Klein 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 26th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Michelle Nye (7 points + 6 Prime Points + 1 = 14 points)
2. Michelle Rossman (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Janeen Thorpe (4 points + 1 = 5 points)

CATEGORY "C" RACERS FROM THE JUNE 26th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Ben Mallory (Age 13)
2. Jesse Mallory (Age 15)
3. Krissie Mensching (Age 12)
4. Kevin Nye (Age 12)
5. Kelly Michum (Age 13)
6. Katelyn Nye (Age 14)
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #1 = Ben Mallory
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #2 = Krissie Mensching
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #3 = Jesse Mallory
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #4 = Katelyn Nye
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #5 = Krissie Mensching
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #6 = Ben Mallory
Winner of the Final Sprint Prize = Ben Mallory

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Jim Mensching
Skip Lees
Jeff Nye
Michelle Nye
Tom Embree
Michelle Rossman
Janeen Thorpe
Tom Murphy
David Klein
and everyone else out there cheering them on and helping out the riders!!!

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. David Albrecht 302 points
2. Jeff Galland 298 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 127 points
4. Roy Steves 111 points
4. Mike Smith 111 points
6. Greg Golet 109 points
7. Alex Blease 77 points
8. Mike Cordova 64 points
9. Tim Creswell 56 points
10. Josh Bullock 49 points
11. Kevin Speacht 45 points
12. Mike Painter 44 points
13. James Plummer 39 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
15. Scott Heather 36 points
16. Michael Jasinski 33 points
17. Margaret Jones 28 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
18. Anthony Ferretti 26 points
18. Jeff Ochs 26 points
20. Steve Vickery 25 points
21. Rob Bishop 23 points
22. Pedro Brown 19 points
23. Brad Foster 17 points
24. Ryan Olson 12 points
24. Geno Gruber 12 points
26. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
26. Michael Dufresne 11 points
28. Charlie Dawson 10 points
28. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
28. Aren Timmel 10 points
31. Ethan Black 8 points
31. Paul McIntyre 8 points
33. Janeen Thorpe 7 points
33. Evan Carroll 7 points
33. Ben Bryant 7 points
33. Dave Berman 7 points
37. Weston Crumm 6 points
38. Greg Melton 5 points
39. Kenny Price 4 points
39. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
39. Jesse Rushing 4 points
42. David Kyle 3 points
42. CJ Humphries 3 points
42. Randy Moon 3 points
42. Mike Castaldo 3 points
46. Dain Melton 2 points
47. Mike Thorpe 1 point
48. Lindsay Myers 1 point
49. Jim Clark 1 point
50. Morgan Bonar 1 point
51. Dan Reymann 1 point
52. Kurt Haskins 1 point
53. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 313 points
2. Tom Embree 264 points
3. Charlie Pelton 221 points
4. Matt Itamura 180 points
5. Scott Heather 117 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 52 points
9. David Klein 42 points
10. Tom Murphy 38 points
11. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
12. Jim Mensching 35 points
13. Denny McKenney 29 points
14. Skip Lees 20 points
15. Jon Keyzer 18 points
16. Colin Moakley 17 points
17. Matt Davis 16 points
17. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
17. Jim Clark 16 points
17. David Weathers 16 points
21. Alex Albrecht 15 points
21. Dan Spencer 15 points
23. Dain Melton 14 points
24. Greg Watkins 13 points
25. Bill Travers 11 points
26. Samuel Bransky 10 points
26. Ray Bransky 10 points
26. Matt Carlson 10 points
29. Clay Johnson 9 points
29. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
31. BJ LaRossa 8 points
32. Christopher Cook 7 points
33. Jeff Nye 6 points
33. Kareem Speake 6 points
35. Gary Fowler 5 points
35. Sandy Speake 5 points
35. Adam Tischler 5 points
35. Jeff Ochs 5 points
39. John Wiesinger 4 points
39. David Dura 4 points
39. Brian Strukan 4 points
42. Gary Manwill 3 points
42. Lawrence Livermore 3 points
42. Joshua Pasos 3 points
42. Derek Moffitt 3 points
42. Darrin Reichel 3 points
42. James Gilchrist 3 points
42. Jeff Davis 3 points
49. Charlie Geshekter 2 points
49. Steve Kodad 2 points
49. Mark Hendry 2 points
52. Rylan Gustafson 1 point
53. Marcos Ramirez 1 point
54. Ben Mallory 1 point
55. Leif Peterson 1 point
56. Dallas Thorpe 1 point
57. Steve Watson 1 point
58. Rich Hogan 1 point
59. Skip Latham 1 point
60. James Hefner 1 point
61. Clay Johnson 1 point
62. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
63. Shawn Fisher 1 point
64. John D'Ewart 1 point
65. Johnny Jones 1 point
66. Walt Schafer 1 point
67. Greg Melton 1 point
68. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Margaret Jones 77 points
2. Lisa Martens 57 points
3. Janine Rood 36 points
4. Caryn Jones 34 points
5. Tracy Berman 33 points
6. Jenn Gruber 32 points
7. Forough Molina 18 points
8. Michelle Nye 14 points
8. Christa Ritchey 14 points
10. Michelle Rossman 13 points
11. Morgan Bonar 12 points
14. Janeen Thorpe 10 points
13. Ashley Erickson 8 points
13. Brenda Cranford 8 points
15. Lindsay Myers 6 points
16. Michelle Thorpe 3 points
17. Amy Dawson 2 points
17. Shirley Huffman 2 points
19. Lori Cox 1 point
20. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
21. Teresa Kludt 1 point
22. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Yesterday's 2 Time Trial Results here in Chico...............

Time Trial #1:

COMBINED RESULTS FROM JUNE 25th AGUAS FRIAS ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - 6:00PM:
1. Josh Bullock 24:19
2. Ken Petruzzelli 25:11
3. Tom Tucker 25:34
4. Hal Tacker 25:55 (New PR!)
5. Jim Mensching 26:28 (New PR!)
6. Joanne Gilchrist 28:03
7. Skip Lees 28:41 (New PR!)
8. Kate Cavell 30:32
9. Clayton Anderson 30:38
10. Darlene Henderson 32:36
11. Ben Mallory - Flatted

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JUNE 25th AGUAS FRIAS ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:

CATEGORY "A" MEN:
1. Josh Bullock 24:19 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Ken Petruzzelli 25:11 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 28:03 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

WOMEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Kate Cavell 30:32 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Darlene Henderson 32:36 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

CATEGORY "B" MEN:
No Competitors.

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Tom Tucker 25:34 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Hal Tacker 25:55 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Mensching 26:28 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Skip Lees 28:41 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Clayton Anderson 30:38 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)

JUNIOR MEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Ben Mallory - Flatted (2 points)

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Skip Lees 28:41 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Clayton Anderson 30:38 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Ben Mallory - Flatted (2 points)

Time Trial #2:

COMBINED RESULTS FROM JUNE 25th RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - 6:00AM:
1. Jim Greenlee 25:02
2. Kim Agur 26:13
3. Jeanne O'Regan 28:15
4. Jeff Nye 28:22
5. Skip Lees 29:44
6. Michelle Nye 30:02
7. Dan Spencer 31:03
8. Michelle Rossman 32:44
9. Margaret Bomberg 39:49

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JUNE 25th RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - 6:00AM:

CATEGORY "A" MEN:
No Competitors.

WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Michelle Nye 30:02 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Michelle Rossman 32:44 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

WOMEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Kim Agur 26:13 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Jeanne O'Regan 28:15 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Margaret Bomberg 39:49 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)

CATEGORY "B" MEN:
1. Jeff Nye 28:22 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Greenlee 25:02 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Skip Lees 29:44 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Dan Spencer 31:03 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

JUNIOR MEN'S CATEGORY:
No Competitors.

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Jeff Nye 28:22 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Skip Lees 29:44 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Jeff Ochs 44 points
3. David Albrecht 38 points
4. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
5. Paul McIntyre 30 points
6. Josh Bullock 22 points
7. Tim Olson 16 points
8. Josh Rowe 15 points
9. Mike Painter 12 points
9. Mike Cordova 12 points
9. Rich Thurman 12 points
9. Jeff Galland 12 points
13. David Kyle 8 points
13. Greg Watkins 8 points
13. Weston Crumm 8 points
13. Jeff Tse 8 points
17. Eric Ayars 6 points
18. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 82 points
2. Michelle Nye 74 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Michelle Rossman 22 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
6. Kim Lange 14 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jeanne O'regan 70 points
2. Kim Agur 56 points
3. Darlene Henderson 42 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 30 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 24 points
6. Margaret Bomberg 19 points
7. Kate Cavell 12 points
7. Sue Kamrar 12 points
9. Janine Rood 10 points
10. Grace Twedt 8 points
11. Lorna Andrette 6 points
11. Teresa Long 6 points
13. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Jeff Nye 72 points
1. David Dura 72 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Greenlee 132 points
2. Tom Murphy 72 points
3. Kenny Price 38 points
4. Hal Tacker 32 points
5. Tom Tucker 12 points
6. Joe Sanders 10 points
6. Charlie Pelton 10 points
8. Clay Johnson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 126 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 48 points
3. Skip Lees 58 points
4. Clayton Anderson 16 points
4. James Gilchrist 16 points
6. Kerry Maxwell 12 points
7. Dan Spencer 10 points
7. Bill Brent 10 points
7. Walt Schafer 10 points
10. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 60 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 28 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Jeff Nye 54 points
2. Tom Murphy 51 points
3. Kenny Price 44 points
4. Skip Lees 34 points
4. Ben Mallory 34 points
4. Mike Trowbridge 34 points
7. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
7. Jesse Mallory 16 points
9. Clayton Anderson 13 points
9. Kevin Nye 13 points
11. Mike Painter 12 points
11. Matt Carlson 12 points
11. Tim Olson 12 points
11. Weston Crumm 12 points
15. Clay Johnson 10 points
15. Joe Sanders 10 points
15. Jeff Via 10 points
15. Michael Dufresne 10 points
15. David Albrecht 10 points
20. Gary Fowler 8 points
21. Darius Vixie 6 points
21. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
23. Bill Brent 4 points
24. Anthony Costello 3 points
25. Jonny Pierson 3 points
26. Nicolas King 3 points
27. Jeff Weisener 3 points
28. Johnny Borg 3 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 10-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be scattered around the Chico area - Chico River Road, River Road, Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane, Lassen Road, Meridian Road and others to be announced as the weeks go on. The idea is to get a feel for the various 10-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be a few that are thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. Most of the Thursday Night 10-Mile Time Trials WILL count towards the Series Overall Standings. (There will be a 25-Mile TT Series, as well as a 6-Mile TT Series, announced soon).

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 20 to 45 minute 10-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 2 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series.

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on 10-Mile Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Sunday's 8:00AM 25-Mile Time Trial...............

Sunday, June 28th - 7-Mile Lane 25-MILE Time Trial - 8:00AM - This 25-Mile Time Trial course use to be used back in the day - and it is now back again!! This TT will take place this Sunday morning - June 28th. Registration will open at 7:30am near the corner of Ord Ferry Road and 7-Mile Lane. The first rider will go off at 8:01am, and we will go in 1-minute intervals for this 12.5 mile out, 12.5 mile back in, all-flat Time Trial. I, mostly like, will be at the turn-around again. This is also Race #4 in the 2009 Chico 25-Mile Time Trial Series. A map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/7-Mile-Lane-25er-TT (RACE #4 in the 2009 Chico 25-Mile Time Trial Series)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 25-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Jeff Ochs 28 points
2. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
3. Greg Watkins 16 points
4. Mike Smith 14 points
5. Eric Ayars 10 points
6. Jim Clark 8 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 42 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Kim Agur 28 points
2. Margaret Bomberg 26 points
3. Grace Twedt 12 points
4. Sue Kamrar 10 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 28 points
2. Brian Ray 12 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Kenny Price 28 points
2. Tom Murphy 24 ponits
3. Jim Greenlee 14 points
4. Hal Tacker 10 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 42 points
2. Skip Lees 34 points
3. James Gilchrist 12 points

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Skip Lees 30 points
2. Tom Murphy 26 points
2. Kenny Price 26 points
4. Mike Smith 14 points
5. Brian Ray 10 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 25-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 25-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be around the Chico area - Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane and possibly others. The idea is to get a feel for the various 25-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be one that is thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. There will be 6 Time Trials that count towards this Series - 1 per month from April through September 2009.

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 25-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 4 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 25-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series. However, the Race Director reserves the right to DQ anyone at any time - usually for flagrant violations of common sense. ;)

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

8:00AM Saturday Road Race....................

Temperatures are predicted to be 105 degrees this Saturday afternoon. To avoid further pain and suffering, we'll be starting the Table Mountain Road Race at 8:00AM on Saturday....not 9.

Saturday, June 27th - Table Mountain Road Race - 8:00AM - 2 LAPS = 50 MILES & 4,100 FEET OF CLIMBING!! - TROPHY EVENT - This particular course was first used by the Chico Velo Cycling Club as a USCF RR course in 1984 during the Chico Omnium(which also included the 7-Mile Lane Time Trial and the Chico Downtown Criterium that year). Most groups did 2 laps of this course, but the Cat.1/2 guys did 3 or 4. Unlike the last time we did this race(in May), we will be doing 2 laps this time around. 2 Laps = 50 Miles & 4,100 feet of climbing!!! I will have water bottles at the Start/Finish Line this time around and will try to hand off as many bottles as possible during the event as you come in to finish your first lap. The course preview is located on Bikely.com here - and you can see the Course Profile by clicking on "Show" in the top left-hand corner........then clicking on "Elevation Profile":

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Old-Table-Mountain-Road-Race-Course

Like the Messilla Valley Circuit Race, this will have a Category "A" and a Category "B". The Start/Finish Line is located on Table Mountain Boulevard right by Table Mountain Ranch Road(see Bikely Map - this was the Start/Finish Line for the 1984 race as well - I'll be out there early, so look for the registration table). Each Category will do 2 laps = 50 miles. Registration will open at 7:30AM with Category A going off at 8:00AM........and Category B going at 8:03AM. Women's Category will be scored separately. Parking is available on the unfinished freeway overpass at the Start/Finish Line.

Now, a word of warning - This course goes in a clockwise direction - meaning that you will be climbing up to Cherokee from Hwy. 70. Although the hill does not seem quite as difficult as from the other side(the Wildflower Century side), the descent off Table Mountain will be quite tricky. Make certain that your bicycle is in good working order and that you are comfortable on technical descents. The Road Race course goes through amazingly diverse sections and is quite scenic - but please look out for one another and for yourselves, especially on the descent and on the Highway. All USCF rules apply, as usual - you know, don't do stupid stuff, WEAR A HELMET, obey the centerline, etc. Route Arrows will mark the course as well. Bottle hand ups and Feed Zones will be solely dependent upon volunteers - Feed Zone is pretty much anywhere on the course. Sag vehicles will be solely dependent upon volunteers as well. I will be sweeping the course at the end as well - so if I don't see you back at the Finish, I'm coming to get you! Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Friday Night Chico Airport Criterium!!

FRIDAY, June 26th - FRIDAY Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (As & Bs) & 7:00PM (Cs) - EXPECT LOTS OF POINT PRIMES!!! Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This FRIDAY Night's Airport Criterium - June 26th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Friday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

This Morning's Humboldt Road Race Results........

RESULTS FROM JUNE 24th HUMBOLDT ROAD RACE:
1. Scott Heather 16:48 (5 points)
2. Samuel Bransky 16:54 (5 points)
3. Rob Evans 17:40 (4 points)
4. Bill Travers 18:50 (3 points)
5. Ray Bransky 20:03 (2 points)
6. Caryn Jones 22:27 (5 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES:

Current Overall Standings for Category "A" Men:
1. Brad Foster 74 points
2. Greg Golet 68 points
3. Rich Thurman 61 points
4. Mike Smith 52 points
5. Kevin Speacht 51 points
6. Sean Molina 48 points
7. Paul McIntyre 32 points
8. James Plummer 29 points
9. Alex Blease 28 points
10. Mike Painter 24 points
10. Jim Roberts 24 points
12. Josh Bullock 21 points
13. Randy Moon 20 points
13. Aren Timmel 20 points
15. Tyler Honeyman 18 points
15. Jeff Galland 18 points
17. Mike Castaldo 16 points
18. Mike Thorpe 14 points
19. Charlie Dawson 12 points
20. Rob Bishop 10 points
21. Joe Shelburne 6 points
22. Scott Heather 5 points
22. Kyle Hughes 5 points

Women's Category:
1. Elizabeth Brent 68 points
2. Forough Molina 63 points
3. Grace Twedt 48 points
4. Darlene Henderson 38 points
5. Kristen Schonauer 32 points
6. Jamie Batha 29 points
6. Kim Agur 29 points
8. Kim Lange 22 points
9. Emily Fisher 20 points
10. Mary Reyes 18 points
11. Caryn Jones 5 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Charlie Pelton 83 points
2. Michael Crumm 68 points
3. Denny McKenney 49 points
4. Tom Embree 48 points
5. Mark Bloom 39 points
6. Chris Roots 34 points
6. Jim Mensching 34 points
6. Preben Nielsen 34 points
6. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
10. Matt Carlson 30 points
11. Steve Kodad 28 points
12. Greg Watkins 24 points
13. Skip Lees 23 points
14. Bill Brent 22 points
15. Geno Gruber 18 points
16. Mike Candela 16 points
16. Dan Spencer 16 points
18. Alex Albrecht 12 points
19. Samuel Bransky 5 points
20. Rob Evans 4 points
20. Norm Rosene 4 points
22. Bill Travers 3 points
23. Ray Bransky 2 points

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

2 Different Time Trials in Chico tomorrow............

Thursday, June 25th - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM - Beat the heat!!! YES, an early morning version to get your workout in before the day begins!!! Registration will open at 5:45am, with the first rider going off at 6:01am. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. This classic Chico Time Trial course has been used for the last 29+ years. Come on out before work and give this one a shot! WORD OF WARNING - to quote Elmer Fudd, we will be vewy vewy quiet!!! An extremely rough draft of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/River-Road-10-Mile-TT-Course (yes, the course is really 10 miles, not 9.9). And if you look at the Elevation Profile......it might tell you why coming back always seems a bit tougher than going out! (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!) Rain does not cancel!

Thursday, June 25th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM - Registration opens at 5:45pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! A map of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Aguas-Frias-10-Mile-Time-Trial The Start/Finish location of this event is on Aguas Frias Road - just south of Dayton 4-Corners - by the Stop Ahead Sign......look for me at the Start Area with a clipboard. (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!) Rain does not cancel!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Last Night's Chico Airport Criterium Results.............

Hi Everyone!! We had quite the turnout last night for the Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - it was great seeing so many folks out participating and watching the racing action!! We'll be back out at the Airport Criterium this FRIDAY NIGHT - JUNE 26th - at 6:00pm! In addition to the usual big point Primes, we'll also have a few Bear Bucks to give out too, courtesy of Madison Bear Garden!!!!

Although the temperatures were quite warm last night, the racing action was even hotter! For some videos of last night's finishes, please visit:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

It has been GREAT seeing so many young folks out in the 7:00PM Category "C" race - and I would like to give a HUGE thank you to our Mentors out there helping them!!! Y'all rock!!!

Okay, below are the Category Results from last night's Airport Criterium, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. And remember - the Results are always Preliminary for the first 24-hours after posting.......so if you see any corrections, additions, subtractions, deletions, etc., please let me know!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 22nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Albrecht (7 points + 41 Prime Points + 1 = 49 points)
2. Greg Golet (5 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 11 points)
3. Mike Smith (4 points + 10 Prime Points + 1 = 15 points)
4. Mike Trowbridge (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Anthony Ferretti (2 points + 1 = 3 points)
6. Roy Steves (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
Pack Finish:
Tim Creswell 1 point
Alex Blease 1 point
Mike Cordova (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
Weston Crumm 1 point
Maggie Jones 1 point
Mike Thorpe 1 point
Jeff Ochs 1 point
Janeen Thorpe 1 point

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 22nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Greg Watkins (7 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 13 points)
2. Bill Travers (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Matt Itamura (4 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 10 points)
4. Matt Davis (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Charlie Pelton (2 points + 10 Prime Points + 1 = 13 points)
6. Jon Keyzer (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Tom Embree (15 Prime Points + 1 = 16 points)
8. Rylan Gustafson 1 point
9. Tom Murphy 1 point
10. Shawn Hughes (12 Prime Points + 1 = 13 points)
11. Jeff Nye 1 point
Pack Finish:
Colin Moakley (1 Prime Point + 1 = 2 points)
David Klein (5 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
Marcos Ramirez 1 point
Matt Carlson 1 point
Dan Spencer 1 point
Gary Manwill 1 point
Scott Heather 1 point
Leif Peterson 1 point
Lawrence Livermore 1 point
Dallas Thorpe 1 point
Ben Mallory 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 22nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Ashley Erickson (7 points + 1 = 8 points)
2. Margaret Jones (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Caryn Jones (4 points + 1 Prime Point + 1 = 6 points)
4. Janeen Thorpe (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Michelle Thorpe (2 points + 1 = 3 points)

CATEGORY "C" RACERS FROM THE JUNE 22nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
Skip Lees
Michelle Nye
Dylan Golet (Age 13)
David Watkins (Age 12)
Jasper Travers (Age 12)
Ben Travers (Age 8)
Ben Golet (Age 10)
Kyle Golet (Age 8)
Erika Kielhorn (Age 15)
Josh Pasos
Jesse Mallory (Age 15)
Taylor Adams (Age 15)
Kaleb Wolford (Age 8)
Aliya Wolford (Age 11)
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #1 = Jesse Mallory
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #2 = David Watkins
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #3 = Ben Golet
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #4 = Taylor Adams
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #5 = Jesse Mallory
Winner of the Water Bottle Prime #6 = David Watkins
Winner of the Final Sprint Prize = Dylan Golet

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Janeen Thorpe
Mike Thorpe
Mark Wolford
David Albrecht
Bill Travers
Jeff Ochs
Anthony Ferretti
Tim Creswell
Tom Murphy
Mike Trowbridge
Colin Moakley
Greg Golet
Charlie Pelton
Maggie Jones
and everyone else out there cheering them on and helping out the riders!!!

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. David Albrecht 302 points
2. Jeff Galland 298 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 127 points
4. Mike Smith 111 points
5. Greg Golet 109 points
6. Roy Steves 82 points
7. Alex Blease 77 points
8. Mike Cordova 64 points
9. Tim Creswell 56 points
10. Kevin Speacht 45 points
11. Mike Painter 44 points
12. Josh Bullock 43 points
13. James Plummer 39 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
15. Michael Jasinski 33 points
16. Margaret Jones 28 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
17. Anthony Ferretti 26 points
17. Jeff Ochs 26 points
19. Steve Vickery 25 points
20. Rob Bishop 23 points
21. Pedro Brown 19 points
22. Scott Heather 17 points
22. Brad Foster 17 points
24. Ryan Olson 12 points
24. Geno Gruber 12 points
26. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
26. Michael Dufresne 11 points
28. Charlie Dawson 10 points
28. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
28. Aren Timmel 10 points
31. Ethan Black 8 points
31. Paul McIntyre 8 points
33. Evan Carroll 7 points
33. Ben Bryant 7 points
33. Dave Berman 7 points
36. Weston Crumm 6 points
37. Greg Melton 5 points
38. Kenny Price 4 points
38. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
38. Jesse Rushing 4 points
41. Janeen Thorpe 3 points
41. David Kyle 3 points
41. CJ Humphries 3 points
41. Randy Moon 3 points
41. Mike Castaldo 3 points
46. Dain Melton 2 points
47. Mike Thorpe 1 point
48. Lindsay Myers 1 point
49. Jim Clark 1 point
50. Morgan Bonar 1 point
51. Dan Reymann 1 point
52. Kurt Haskins 1 point
53. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 287 points
2. Tom Embree 251 points
3. Charlie Pelton 177 points
4. Matt Itamura 169 points
5. Scott Heather 117 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 52 points
9. David Klein 41 points
10. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
11. Tom Murphy 33 points
11. Jim Mensching 33 points
13. Denny McKenney 29 points
14. Jon Keyzer 18 points
15. Colin Moakley 17 points
16. Matt Davis 16 points
16. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
16. Jim Clark 16 points
16. David Weathers 16 points
20. Alex Albrecht 15 points
20. Dan Spencer 15 points
22. Dain Melton 14 points
22. Skip Lees 14 points
24. Greg Watkins 13 points
25. Bill Travers 11 points
26. Samuel Bransky 10 points
26. Ray Bransky 10 points
26. Matt Carlson 10 points
29. Clay Johnson 9 points
29. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
31. BJ LaRossa 8 points
32. Christopher Cook 7 points
33. Kareem Speake 6 points
34. Jeff Nye 5 points
34. Gary Fowler 5 points
34. Sandy Speake 5 points
34. Adam Tischler 5 points
34. Jeff Ochs 5 points
39. John Wiesinger 4 points
39. David Dura 4 points
39. Brian Strukan 4 points
42. Gary Manwill 3 points
42. Lawrence Livermore 3 points
42. Joshua Pasos 3 points
42. Derek Moffitt 3 points
42. Darrin Reichel 3 points
42. James Gilchrist 3 points
42. Jeff Davis 3 points
49. Charlie Geshekter 2 points
49. Steve Kodad 2 points
49. Mark Hendry 2 points
52. Rylan Gustafson 1 point
53. Marcos Ramirez 1 point
54. Ben Mallory 1 point
55. Leif Peterson 1 point
56. Dallas Thorpe 1 point
57. Steve Watson 1 point
58. Rich Hogan 1 point
59. Skip Latham 1 point
60. James Hefner 1 point
61. Clay Johnson 1 point
62. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
63. Shawn Fisher 1 point
64. John D'Ewart 1 point
65. Johnny Jones 1 point
66. Walt Schafer 1 point
67. Greg Melton 1 point
68. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Margaret Jones 77 points
2. Lisa Martens 57 points
3. Janine Rood 36 points
4. Caryn Jones 34 points
5. Tracy Berman 33 points
6. Jenn Gruber 32 points
7. Forough Molina 18 points
8. Christa Ritchey 14 points
9. Morgan Bonar 12 points
10. Ashley Erickson 8 points
10. Brenda Cranford 8 points
12. Michelle Rossman 7 points
13. Lindsay Myers 6 points
14. Janeen Thorpe 5 points
15. Michelle Thorpe 3 points
16. Amy Dawson 2 points
16. Shirley Huffman 2 points
18. Lori Cox 1 point
19. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
20. Teresa Kludt 1 point
21. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Tomorrow Night's Chico Airport Criterium.................

Hi Everyone!! Tomorrow night's Airport Criterium will have the A & B Categories going at 6pm, and the Category C event going at 7:00pm, as usual. GREAT day yesterday at the Nevada City Classic - congratulations to all the local riders that raced this amazing race!!!! And for all of you who rode up there too!!! For some goofy pics of yesterday's events, please visit:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

Tuesday, June 23rd - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (As & Bs) & 7:00PM (Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 23rd - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net . Also - If anyone would like to donate Prime Prizes for any of the events, please bring them out to the Criterium or e-mail me.

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

R.A.C.E. Events for the week of June 22nd - 28th...........

Hi Everyone!! Lots of little R.A.C.E. Events going on this week. And, with the official start of Summer on Sunday the 21st (tomorrow - and Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there!!!), comes some warmer temps this next week(highs predicted to be 90-97 degrees). So, for those interested, we have 2 events during the weekdays this week that will start at 6:00AM - The Humboldt Road Race on Wednesday and the River Road 10-Mile Trial on Thursday. Hope to see you out at some of the events this week!!

Tuesday, June 23rd - Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, June 24th - The HUMBOLDT Road Race - 6:00AM (Point event for the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Wednesday, June 24th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, June 25th - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Part of the Chico 10-Mile TT Series)

Thursday, June 25th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Part of the Chico 10-Mile TT Series)

Friday, June 26th - Friday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Saturday, June 27th - Table Mountain Road Race (2 laps = 50 Mile Road Race & 4,100+ feet of climbing) - 8:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, June 28th - 7-Mile Lane 25-Mile Time Trial - 8:00AM (Race #4 in the Chico 25-Mile TT Series)

Tuesday, June 23rd - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (As & Bs) & 7:00PM (Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 23rd - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net . Also - If anyone would like to donate Prime Prizes for any of the events, please bring them out to the Criterium or e-mail me.

Wednesday, June 24th - Humboldt Road Race - 6:00AM (3.4 miles and 751 feet of climbing - just an early morning leg burn!) - Beat the heat with this early morning ride up Humboldt! Registration will open at 5:45am at the bottom of Humboldt Road(right near Stilson Canyon Road), with the race starting promptly at 6:00AM. This will be a mass-start event for this short climb up Humboldt Road - starting near Stilson Canyon Road and finishing at the Stop Ahead Sign at the top of the hill. A map of this short-course Road Race can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Humboldt-Road-Race-AM-Racing (Part of the 2009 I-want-Rodney-to-stop-these-silly-events Series!)

Wednesday, June 24th - FAST 50 - 6:00PM - The long-running independent "Fast 50" Wednesday night rides! The starting spot for this ride is in the parking lot of Rosedale Elementary School located at 100 Oak Street here in Chico. The ride leaves promptly at 6:00pm from the parking lot area. Many different levels of cyclists out there, so hook up with someone and enjoy the ride! A map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Fast-50255824 Rain does not cancel!

Thursday, June 25th - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM - Beat the heat!!! YES, an early morning version to get your workout in before the day begins!!! Registration will open at 5:45am, with the first rider going off at 6:01am. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. This classic Chico Time Trial course has been used for the last 29+ years. Come on out before work and give this one a shot! WORD OF WARNING - to quote Elmer Fudd, we will be vewy vewy quiet!!! An extremely rough draft of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/River-Road-10-Mile-TT-Course (yes, the course is really 10 miles, not 9.9). And if you look at the Elevation Profile......it might tell you why coming back always seems a bit tougher than going out! (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!) Rain does not cancel!

Thursday, June 25th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM - Registration opens at 5:45pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! A map of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Aguas-Frias-10-Mile-Time-Trial The Start/Finish location of this event is on Aguas Frias Road - just south of Dayton 4-Corners - by the Stop Ahead Sign......look for me at the Start Area with a clipboard. (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!) Rain does not cancel!

FRIDAY, June 26th - FRIDAY Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (As & Bs) & 7:00PM (Cs) - EXPECT LOTS OF POINT PRIMES!!! Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This FRIDAY Night's Airport Criterium - June 26th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Friday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Saturday, June 27th - Table Mountain Road Race - 8:00AM - 2 LAPS = 50 MILES & 4,100 FEET OF CLIMBING!! - TROPHY EVENT - This particular course was first used by the Chico Velo Cycling Club as a USCF RR course in 1984 during the Chico Omnium(which also included the 7-Mile Lane Time Trial and the Chico Downtown Criterium that year). Most groups did 2 laps of this course, but the Cat.1/2 guys did 3 or 4. Unlike the last time we did this race(in May), we will be doing 2 laps this time around. 2 Laps = 50 Miles & 4,100 feet of climbing!!! I will have water bottles at the Start/Finish Line this time around and will try to hand off as many bottles as possible during the event as you come in to finish your first lap. The course preview is located on Bikely.com here - and you can see the Course Profile by clicking on "Show" in the top left-hand corner........then clicking on "Elevation Profile":
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Old-Table-Mountain-Road-Race-Course
Like the Messilla Valley Circuit Race, this will have a Category "A" and a Category "B". The Start/Finish Line is located on Table Mountain Boulevard right by Table Mountain Ranch Road(see Bikely Map - this was the Start/Finish Line for the 1984 race as well - I'll be out there early, so look for the registration table). Each Category will do 2 laps = 50 miles. Registration will open at 7:30AM with Category A going off at 8:00AM........and Category B going at 8:03AM. Women's Category will be scored separately. Parking is available on the unfinished freeway overpass at the Start/Finish Line.

****Now, a word of warning - This course goes in a clockwise direction - meaning that you will be climbing up to Cherokee from Hwy. 70. Although the hill does not seem quite as difficult as from the other side(the Wildflower Century side), the descent off Table Mountain will be quite tricky. Make certain that your bicycle is in good working order and that you are comfortable on technical descents. The Road Race course goes through amazingly diverse sections and is quite scenic - but please look out for one another and for yourselves, especially on the descent and on the Highway. All USCF rules apply, as usual - you know, don't do stupid stuff, WEAR A HELMET, obey the centerline, etc. Route Arrows will mark the course as well. Bottle hand ups and Feed Zones will be solely dependent upon volunteers - Feed Zone is pretty much anywhere on the course. Sag vehicles will be solely dependent upon volunteers as well. I will be sweeping the course at the end as well - so if I don't see you back at the Finish, I'm coming to get you! Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, June 28th - 7-Mile Lane 25-MILE Time Trial - 8:00AM - This 25-Mile Time Trial course use to be used back in the day - and it is now back again!! This TT will take place this Sunday morning - June 28th. Registration will open at 7:30am near the corner of Ord Ferry Road and 7-Mile Lane. The first rider will go off at 8:01am, and we will go in 1-minute intervals for this 12.5 mile out, 12.5 mile back in, all-flat Time Trial. I, mostly like, will be at the turn-around again. This is also Race #4 in the 2009 Chico 25-Mile Time Trial Series. A map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/7-Mile-Lane-25er-TT (RACE #4 in the 2009 Chico 25-Mile Time Trial Series)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Last Night's Chico Airport Criterium Results..............

Hi Everyone!! So, last night was our first night doing a Friday Night Chico Airport Criterium....and man, what a race!!! We will most definitely be back out there for Friday Night racing in the future. Thank you ALL for coming out to this one - and thanks to all the spectators out there too!! We had some great racing action last night. The Category "A" race saw a 3-person breakaway take off about mid-way through the race. These 3 riders - James Plummer, Greg Golet and David Albrecht - ended up lapping the field and picking up a number of Prime Points in the process! In the end, it was David Albrecht taking the sprint over James Plummer and Greg Golet. The Category "B" race saw some fierce sprinting action between Matt Davis and Tom Embree for the Prime Points......and it was Matt Davis who ended up taking the win in the race!

But.....let me tell you.......the Category "C" race had some of the most spirited racing I've seen in quite some time!! Those riders fought tooth and nail for Primes, and for the finish!!!! In the C race, it was 12-year-old David Watkins taking the win over Jasper Travers(also 12).....with Dylan Golet coming in 3rd(age 13)!! I would like to give a HUGE thank you to our Mentors in the Category "C" race for helping the riders out, teaching them the ins-and-outs, and keeping them riding safely. Thank you so much!!! Also, I would like to thank Team Chico and PowerBar for providing Prime Prizes for the Category "C" race!!!

For some photos and videos of last night's Criterium, please visit the following website(we had some interesting weather out there last night too!!):

http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

Below are the Category Results of last night's Airport Criterium, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. And remember - the Results are always Preliminary for the first 24-hours after posting.......so if you see any corrections, additions, subtractions, deletions, etc., please let me know!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 19th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Albrecht (7 points + 39 Prime Points + 1 = 47 points)
2. James Plummer (5 points + 4 Prime Points + 1 = 10 points)
3. Greg Golet (4 points + 18 Prime Points + 1 = 23 points)
4. Mike Trowbridge (3 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 9 points)
5. Scott Heather (2 points + 3 Prime Points + 1 = 6 points)
6. Roy Steves (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Maggie Jones 1 point
8. Lindsay Myers 1 point

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 19th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Matt Davis (7 points + 1 = 8 points)
2. Tom Embree (5 points + 37 Prime Points + 1 = 43 points)
3. Jon Keyzer (4 points + 6 Prime Points + 1 = 11 points)
4. Jim Mensching (3 points + 4 Prime Points + 1 = 8 points)
5. Skip Lees (2 points + 1 Prime Point + 1 = 4 points)
6. Dan Spencer (1 point + 7 Prime Points + 1 = 9 points)
7. Bill Travers 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 19th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Maggie Jones (7 points + 2 Prime Points + 1 = 10 points)
2. Lindsay Myers (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Michelle Rossman (4 points + 2 Prime Points + 1 = 7 points)
4. Caryn Jones (3 points + 3 Prime Points + 1 = 7 points)

CATEGORY "C" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 19th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Watkins (Age 12)
2. Jasper Travers (Age 12)
3. Dylan Golet (Age 13)
4. Davis Foster (Age 9)
5. Ben Travers (Age 8)
6. Ben Geise (Age 10)
7. Ben Golet (Age 10)
8. Kyle Golet (Age 8)
Winner of the PowerBar Prime #1 = David Watkins
Winner of the PowerBar Prime #2 = Ben Golet
Winner of the PowerBar Prime #3 = David Watkins
Winner of the PowerBar Prime #4 = Kyle Golet
Winner of the PowerBar Prime #5 = Ben Travers

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Jim Mensching
James Plummer
Greg Golet
Caryn Jones
Maggie Jones
David Albrecht
Tom Embree
Michelle Rossman
Mike Trowbridge
Bill Travers

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 298 points
2. David Albrecht 253 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 123 points
4. Greg Golet 98 points
5. Mike Smith 96 points
6. Roy Steves 80 points
7. Alex Blease 76 points
8. Mike Cordova 58 points
9. Tim Creswell 55 points
10. Kevin Speacht 45 points
11. Mike Painter 44 points
12. Josh Bullock 43 points
13. James Plummer 39 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
15. Michael Jasinski 33 points
16. Margaret Jones 27 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
17. Steve Vickery 25 points
17. Jeff Ochs 25 points
19. Rob Bishop 23 points
19. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
21. Pedro Brown 19 points
22. Scott Heather 17 points
22. Brad Foster 17 points
24. Ryan Olson 12 points
24. Geno Gruber 12 points
26. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
26. Michael Dufresne 11 points
28. Charlie Dawson 10 points
28. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
28. Aren Timmel 10 points
31. Ethan Black 8 points
31. Paul McIntyre 8 points
33. Evan Carroll 7 points
33. Ben Bryant 7 points
33. Dave Berman 7 points
36. Weston Crumm 5 points
36. Greg Melton 5 points
38. Kenny Price 4 points
38. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
38. Jesse Rushing 4 points
41. David Kyle 3 points
41. CJ Humphries 3 points
41. Randy Moon 3 points
41. Mike Castaldo 3 points
45. Dain Melton 2 points
45. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
47. Lindsay Myers 1 point
48. Jim Clark 1 point
49. Morgan Bonar 1 point
50. Dan Reymann 1 point
51. Kurt Haskins 1 point
52. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 274 points
2. Tom Embree 235 points
3. Charlie Pelton 164 points
4. Matt Itamura 159 points
5. Scott Heather 116 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 52 points
9. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
10. David Klein 35 points
11. Jim Mensching 33 points
12. Tom Murphy 32 points
13. Denny McKenney 29 points
14. Jon Keyzer 16 points
14. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
14. Jim Clark 16 points
14. David Weathers 16 points
18. Alex Albrecht 15 points
18. Colin Moakley 15 points
20. Dan Spencer 14 points
20. Dain Melton 14 points
20. Skip Lees 14 points
23. Matt Davis 12 points
24. Samuel Bransky 10 points
24. Ray Bransky 10 points
26. Matt Carlson 9 points
26. Clay Johnson 9 points
26. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
29. BJ LaRossa 8 points
30. Christopher Cook 7 points
31. Kareem Speake 6 points
32. Gary Fowler 5 points
32. Sandy Speake 5 points
32. Adam Tischler 5 points
32. Jeff Ochs 5 points
32. Bill Travers 5 points
37. Jeff Nye 4 points
37. John Wiesinger 4 points
37. David Dura 4 points
37. Brian Strukan 4 points
41. Joshua Pasos 3 points
41. Derek Moffitt 3 points
41. Darrin Reichel 3 points
41. James Gilchrist 3 points
41. Jeff Davis 3 points
46. Gary Manwill 2 points
46. Charlie Geshekter 2 points
46. Lawrence Livermore 2 points
46. Steve Kodad 2 points
46. Mark Hendry 2 points
51. Steve Watson 1 point
52. Rich Hogan 1 point
53. Skip Latham 1 point
54. James Hefner 1 point
55. Clay Johnson 1 point
56. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
57. Shawn Fisher 1 point
58. John D'Ewart 1 point
59. Johnny Jones 1 point
60. Walt Schafer 1 point
61. Greg Melton 1 point
62. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Margaret Jones 71 points
2. Lisa Martens 57 points
3. Janine Rood 36 points
4. Tracy Berman 33 points
5. Jenn Gruber 32 points
6. Caryn Jones 28 points
7. Forough Molina 18 points
8. Christa Ritchey 14 points
9. Morgan Bonar 12 points
10. Brenda Cranford 8 points
11. Michelle Rossman 7 points
12. Lindsay Myers 6 points
13. Amy Dawson 2 points
13. Shirley Huffman 2 points
15. Lori Cox 1 point
16. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
17. Teresa Kludt 1 point
18. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Last Night's Meridian Road 10-Mile Time Trial Results.....................

COMBINED RESULTS FROM JUNE 18th MERIDIAN ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:
1. Jim Greenlee 24:59
2. Mike Painter 26:48
3. Jim Mensching 28:41
4. Kenny Price 28:46
5. Jeff Nye 28:52
6. Ben Mallory 30:10
7. Michelle Nye 30:46
8. Kevin Nye 39:46

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JUNE 18th MERIDIAN ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:

CATEGORY "A" MEN:
1. Mike Painter 26:48 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Michelle Nye 30:46 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

WOMEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
No competitors.

CATEGORY "B" MEN:
1. Jeff Nye 28:52 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Greenlee 24:59 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Kenny Price 28:46 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Mensching 28:41 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

JUNIOR MEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Ben Mallory 30:10 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Kevin Nye 39:46 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Mike Painter 26:48 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Kenny Price 28:46 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Jeff Nye 28:52 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Ben Mallory 30:10 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)
5. Kevin Nye 39:46 (2 points + 2 = 4 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Jeff Ochs 44 points
3. David Albrecht 38 points
4. Paul McIntyre 30 points
5. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
6. Tim Olson 16 points
7. Josh Rowe 15 points
8. Mike Painter 12 points
8. Mike Cordova 12 points
8. Rich Thurman 12 points
8. Jeff Galland 12 points
12. Josh Bullock 10 points
13. David Kyle 8 points
13. Greg Watkins 8 points
13. Weston Crumm 8 points
13. Jeff Tse 8 points
17. Eric Ayars 6 points
18. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 70 points
2. Michelle Nye 62 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
5. Kim Lange 14 points
6. Michelle Rossman 12 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jeanne O'regan 60 points
2. Kim Agur 44 points
3. Darlene Henderson 32 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 30 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 24 points
6. Sue Kamrar 12 points
7. Margaret Bomberg 11 points
8. Janine Rood 10 points
9. Grace Twedt 8 points
10. Lorna Andrette 6 points
10. Teresa Long 6 points
12. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 72 points
2. Jeff Nye 60 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Greenlee 120 points
2. Tom Murphy 72 points
3. Kenny Price 38 points
4. Hal Tacker 22 points
5. Joe Sanders 10 points
5. Charlie Pelton 10 points
7. Clay Johnson 8 points
7. Clayton Anderson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 114 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 48 points
3. Skip Lees 36 points
4. James Gilchrist 16 points
5. Kerry Maxwell 12 points
6. Bill Brent 10 points
6. Walt Schafer 10 points
8. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 58 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 28 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Tom Murphy 51 points
2. Kenny Price 44 points
3. Jeff Nye 42 points
4. Mike Trowbridge 34 points
5. Ben Mallory 32 points
6. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
6. Jesse Mallory 16 points
8. Kevin Nye 13 points
9. Mike Painter 12 points
9. Matt Carlson 12 points
9. Skip Lees 12 points
9. Tim Olson 12 points
9. Weston Crumm 12 points
14. Clay Johnson 10 points
14. Joe Sanders 10 points
14. Jeff Via 10 points
14. Michael Dufresne 10 points
14. David Albrecht 10 points
19. Gary Fowler 8 points
20. Darius Vixie 6 points
20. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
22. Bill Brent 4 points
23. Clayton Anderson 3 points
24. Anthony Costello 3 points
25. Jonny Pierson 3 points
26. Nicolas King 3 points
27. Jeff Weisener 3 points
28. Johnny Borg 3 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 10-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be scattered around the Chico area - Chico River Road, River Road, Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane, Lassen Road, Meridian Road and others to be announced as the weeks go on. The idea is to get a feel for the various 10-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be a few that are thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. Most of the Thursday Night 10-Mile Time Trials WILL count towards the Series Overall Standings. (There will be a 25-Mile TT Series, as well as a 6-Mile TT Series, announced soon).

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 20 to 45 minute 10-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 2 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series.

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on 10-Mile Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Friday Night Airport Criterium tomorrow!!!

FRIDAY, June 19th - FRIDAY Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM(As & Bs) & 7:00PM(Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This FRIDAY Night's Airport Criterium - June 19th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Friday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Meridian Road 10-Mile Time Trial Tomorrow.............

Thursday, June 18th - Meridian Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM - A newer course to try out in the 10-Mile Time Trial Series. We'll be heading to Meridian Road, just north of Chico for this one. This is a straight 5-mile out, 5-mile back in Time Trial - the course has approximately 130 feet of total climbing....primarily on the way out. Registration will open at 5:40pm with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will be going in 1-Minute Intervals. You must sign in at the start! The Start/Finish Line is just past the left sweeper turn on Meridian Road......the turn-around is before you get to Lassen Road(this is the same section of Meridian used on the Paskenta Century). Riders will travel north for 5 miles, then back south for 5 miles. An approximate map of this course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Meridian-Road-10-Mile-Time-Trial Look for me at the Starting location with the RACEmobile(the greenish Mitsubishi POS car) and the clipboard. (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Jeff Ochs 44 points
3. David Albrecht 38 points
4. Paul McIntyre 30 points
5. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
6. Tim Olson 16 points
7. Josh Rowe 15 points
8. Mike Cordova 12 points
8. Rich Thurman 12 points
8. Jeff Galland 12 points
11. Josh Bullock 10 points
12. David Kyle 8 points
12. Greg Watkins 8 points
12. Weston Crumm 8 points
12. Jeff Tse 8 points
16. Eric Ayars 6 points
17. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 70 points
2. Michelle Nye 50 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
5. Kim Lange 14 points
6. Michelle Rossman 12 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jeanne O'regan 60 points
2. Kim Agur 44 points
3. Darlene Henderson 32 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 30 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 24 points
6. Sue Kamrar 12 points
7. Margaret Bomberg 11 points
8. Janine Rood 10 points
9. Grace Twedt 8 points
10. Lorna Andrette 6 points
10. Teresa Long 6 points
12. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 72 points
2. Jeff Nye 48 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Greenlee 108 points
2. Tom Murphy 72 points
3. Kenny Price 28 points
4. Hal Tacker 22 points
5. Joe Sanders 10 points
5. Charlie Pelton 10 points
7. Clay Johnson 8 points
7. Clayton Anderson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 102 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 48 points
3. Skip Lees 36 points
4. James Gilchrist 16 points
5. Kerry Maxwell 12 points
6. Bill Brent 10 points
6. Walt Schafer 10 points
8. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 46 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 18 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Tom Murphy 51 points
2. Kenny Price 34 points
2. Jeff Nye 34 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 34 points
5. Ben Mallory 26 points
6. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
6. Jesse Mallory 16 points
8. Matt Carlson 12 points
8. Skip Lees 12 points
8. Tim Olson 12 points
8. Weston Crumm 12 points
12. Clay Johnson 10 points
12. Joe Sanders 10 points
12. Jeff Via 10 points
12. Michael Dufresne 10 points
12. David Albrecht 10 points
17. Kevin Nye 9 points
18. Gary Fowler 8 points
19. Darius Vixie 6 points
19. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
21. Bill Brent 4 points
22. Clayton Anderson 3 points
23. Anthony Costello 3 points
24. Jonny Pierson 3 points
25. Nicolas King 3 points
26. Jeff Weisener 3 points
27. Johnny Borg 3 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 10-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be scattered around the Chico area - Chico River Road, River Road, Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane, Lassen Road, Meridian Road and others to be announced as the weeks go on. The idea is to get a feel for the various 10-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be a few that are thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. Most of the Thursday Night 10-Mile Time Trials WILL count towards the Series Overall Standings. (There will be a 25-Mile TT Series, as well as a 6-Mile TT Series, announced soon).

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 20 to 45 minute 10-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 2 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series.

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on 10-Mile Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Tonight's Chico Airport Criterium Results...............

Hi Everyone!! Wow - what a night out at the Chico Airport Criterium tonight - great weather, quite a few spectators, and lots of racers coming out for this one! Thank you ALL for taking part in tonight's event!! And that Category "C" race - WOW!!! I don't know if you've noticed, but we have quite the field of riders out there now! Great to see!!!

I would like to give a HUGE Thank You to our Category "C" race Mentors tonight - your help out there is GREATLY appreciated by many - thank you so much!! And, I would like to give another HUGE Thank You to John Wiesinger and Fifth Sun for donating T-Shirts and Water Bottles for Primes for tonight's event!!! Thank you!!!

Okay, below are tonight's results from the Airport Criterium, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. We will be back out for the Airport Criterium THIS FRIDAY NIGHT - June 19th!!! Category A & B will race at 6:00PM, while the Category C race will start at 7:00PM. Hope to see you out there!!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 16th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Jeff Galland (7 points + 10 Prime Points + 1 = 18 points)
2. David Albrecht (5 points + 14 Prime Points + 1 = 20 points)
3. Mike Smith (4 points + 2 Prime Points + 1 = 7 points)
4. Tim Creswell (3 points + 10 Prime Points + 1 = 14 points)
5. Scott Heather (2 points + 6 Prime Points + 1 = 9 points)
6. Roy Steves (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Greg Golet 1 point
Pack Finish:
Mike Cordova 1 point
Mike Trowbridge 1 point
Ryan Olson 1 point
Steve Vickery 1 point
Maggie Jones 1 point
Winner of the Fifth Sun T-Shirt = David Albrecht

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 16th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Tom Embree (7 points + 16 Prime Points + 1 = 24 points)
2. Shawn Hughes (5 points + 18 Prime Points + 1 = 24 points)
3. Charlie Pelton (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Matt Davis (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Bill Travers (2 points + 1 = 3 points)
6. Mike Crumm (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
Pack Finish:
Gary Manwill 1 point
David Klein (3 Prime Points + 1 = 4 points)
Tom Murphy (1 Prime Point + 1 = 2 points)
Steve Watson 1 point
Rich Hogan 1 point
Dan Spencer 1 point
Jim Mensching 1 point
Charlie Geshekter 1 point
Jon Keyzer 1 point
Winner of the Fifth Sun T-Shirt = Shawn Hughes

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 16th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Maggie Jones (7 points + 1 = 8 points)
2. Forough Molina (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Caryn Jones (4 points + 1 = 5 points)

CATEGORY "C" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 16th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Watkins (Age 12)
2. Ben Geise (Age 10)
3. Jasper Travers (Age 12)
4. Dylan Golet (Age 13)
Pack Finish:
Ben Golet (Age 10)
Ben Travers (Age 8)
Liam Davis (Age 8)
Chloe Davis (Age 10)
Kyle Golet (Age 8)
Krissie Mensching (Age 12)
Jamie Mensching (Age 15)
Winner of the Fifth Sun Water Bottle #1 Prime = David Watkins
Winner of the Fifth Sun Water Bottle #2 Prime = Liam Davis
Winner of the PowerBar Water Bottle Prime = David Watkins

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Greg Hollis
Jim Mensching
Shawn Hughes
Caryn Jones
Maggie Jones
David Albrecht
Tim Creswell
Shawn Hughes
Mike Cordova
Charlie Pelton
Greg Golet
Mike Smith
Roy Steves

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 298 points
2. David Albrecht 206 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 114 points
4. Mike Smith 96 points
5. Roy Steves 78 points
6. Alex Blease 76 points
7. Greg Golet 75 points
8. Mike Cordova 58 points
9. Tim Creswell 55 points
10. Kevin Speacht 45 points
11. Mike Painter 44 points
12. Josh Bullock 43 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
14. Michael Jasinski 33 points
15. James Plummer 29 points
16. Margaret Jones 26 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
17. Steve Vickery 25 points
17. Jeff Ochs 25 points
19. Rob Bishop 23 points
19. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
21. Pedro Brown 19 points
22. Brad Foster 17 points
23. Ryan Olson 12 points
23. Geno Gruber 12 points
25. Scott Heather 11 points
25. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
25. Michael Dufresne 11 points
28. Charlie Dawson 10 points
28. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
28. Aren Timmel 10 points
31. Ethan Black 8 points
31. Paul McIntyre 8 points
33. Evan Carroll 7 points
33. Ben Bryant 7 points
33. Dave Berman 7 points
36. Weston Crumm 5 points
36. Greg Melton 5 points
38. Kenny Price 4 points
38. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
38. Jesse Rushing 4 points
41. David Kyle 3 points
41. CJ Humphries 3 points
41. Randy Moon 3 points
41. Mike Castaldo 3 points
45. Dain Melton 2 points
45. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
47. Jim Clark 1 point
48. Morgan Bonar 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point
51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 274 points
2. Tom Embree 192 points
3. Charlie Pelton 164 points
4. Matt Itamura 159 points
5. Scott Heather 116 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 53 points
9. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
10. David Klein 35 points
11. Tom Murphy 31 points
12. Denny McKenney 29 points
13. Jim Mensching 25 points
14. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
14. Jim Clark 16 points
14. David Weathers 16 points
17. Alex Albrecht 15 points
17. Colin Moakley 15 points
19. Dain Melton 14 points
20. Skip Lees 10 points
20. Samuel Bransky 10 points
20. Ray Bransky 10 points
23. Matt Carlson 9 points
23. Clay Johnson 9 points
23. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
26. BJ LaRossa 8 points
27. Christopher Cook 7 points
28. Kareem Speake 6 points
29. Dan Spencer 5 points
29. Jon Keyzer 5 points
29. Gary Fowler 5 points
29. Sandy Speake 5 points
29. Adam Tischler 5 points
29. Jeff Ochs 5 points
35. Matt Davis 4 points
35. Bill Travers 4 points
35. Jeff Nye 4 points
35. John Wiesinger 4 points
35. David Dura 4 points
35. Brian Strukan 4 points
41. Joshua Pasos 3 points
41. Derek Moffitt 3 points
41. Darrin Reichel 3 points
41. James Gilchrist 3 points
41. Jeff Davis 3 points
46. Gary Manwill 2 points
46. Charlie Geshekter 2 points
46. Lawrence Livermore 2 points
46. Steve Kodad 2 points
46. Mark Hendry 2 points
51. Steve Watson 1 point
52. Rich Hogan 1 point
53. Skip Latham 1 point
54. James Hefner 1 point
55. Clay Johnson 1 point
56. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
57. Shawn Fisher 1 point
58. John D'Ewart 1 point
59. Johnny Jones 1 point
60. Walt Schafer 1 point
61. Greg Melton 1 point
62. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Margaret Jones 61 points
2. Lisa Martens 57 points
3. Janine Rood 36 points
4. Tracy Berman 33 points
5. Jenn Gruber 32 points
6. Caryn Jones 21 points
7. Forough Molina 18 points
8. Christa Ritchey 14 points
9. Morgan Bonar 12 points
10. Brenda Cranford 8 points
11. Amy Dawson 2 points
11. Shirley Huffman 2 points
13. Lori Cox 1 point
14. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
15. Teresa Kludt 1 point
16. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Why be a Mentor at the Airport Criteriums???

So, every Tuesday night or so - and sometimes on the weekends - we have a little criterium training ride/race around a course at the Chico Airport. No big whoop - just a few riders gettin' together to ramp it up a bit and test the legs......and the lungs! There's an "A" Category for those fast folks.......and a "B" Category for the ones who are fast, but not quite as fast as those "A" riders. Recently, a "C" Category was added to teach newer folks how to ride the Criteriums - and how to be comfortable going through corners, riding with others and so on. The Category "C" race starts up immediately after the Cat. A & B races finish. We're lucky in that enough "A" riders and solid "B" riders volunteer to help mentor these Category "C" riders during their "C" race at the Airport Criterium........to teach them the ins and outs of Criteriums. And I - for one - am extremely thankful for these riders for doing this awesome task. Thank you ALL for helping to mentor - you don't realize how much I appreciate your help!!!!

Why mentor?? Well, there are multiple reasons......but here are a few:

First off, it's great for those riders who just finished their race to spin the legs out in the C race - and get some more miles in. Next, when you teach a subject, you tend to become an expert on it yourself........you are constantly reinforcing in yourself what you are teaching......and you, as a mentor, are also learning. Also, it's fun!!! The "C" race is probably the funnest race of the day - there are all sorts of riders out there........kids from age 8 to age 15......men and women who have never raced before, and who are TOTALLY new to Criteriums.......and low-key riders who just want to have fun out there!! How cool is that???!! 30 minutes PLUS 3 laps - short but sweet.

But......here's another reason: The future of our great sport.

When I was a youngster - age 12 or so - I also did the Airport Criteriums here in Chico. I, myself, was lucky enough to have mentors helping me along with my riding and racing. People like David Welch, Jimmy Walker, Jeff Smith, Tom Devol, Ed McLaughlin, Grant Boswell, Mark Barr, Hollis Elliot, Mike Jamison, Mike Callahan, Serge Killingsworth, Mike Darrow, John Duerloo, Dean Hampton and many many others. They taught me about riding, racing, holding my line, training......all things cycling. And, although, I was never a pro rider and I didn't race the Tour de France or anything along those lines......I still fell in love with cycling.......and am still in love with it.

All these years later - 29 years to be exact - the local folks here in Chico are living the effects of those mentors who helped me. This year, R.A.C.E. will have put on 200+ local races. I work for Chico Velo in putting on the Wildflower Century and their other rides, am on the Board of Directors for Chico Corsa, and am a member of Team Chico and the Butte Bicycle Coalition. The sole purpose of all this - to promote local cycling!

So, with that in mind, I would encourage all those interested to mentor at a Category "C" race out at those little Airport Criteriums - or to help out other riders and the younger riders. Encourage them - help them along - do what you can to assist, if possible. We are experiencing a great growth in cycling here in the Chico area - let's keep the momentum going for years and years to come.

Thanks for listening - now, back to your regularly scheduled programming.

Rodney...................

A, B & C Categories at Tuesday's Chico Airport Criterium.....................

Callie the Cat wants everyone to know:

Tuesday, June 16th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (for the As & Bs) & 7:00PM (for the Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 16th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Overall Standings in ALL the Series Events.........

As of today, Chico has a number of "R.A.C.E." Series Events going on - including the Airport Criterium Series, the Road R.A.C.E. Series, the 10-Mile Time Trial Series, the Chico DOWNHILL Time Trial Series and the 25-MIle Time Trial Series. Below are the Current Overall Standings thus far in EACH Series, if interested. We still have quite a few events left(including a few more Series yet to be announced), but just wanted to give a snapshot of the Overall Standings as of today - June 14th, 2009:

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 280 points
2. David Albrecht 186 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 113 points
4. Mike Smith 89 points
5. Alex Blease 76 points
5. Roy Steves 76 points
7. Greg Golet 74 points
8. Mike Cordova 57 points
9. Kevin Speacht 45 points
10. Mike Painter 44 points
11. Josh Bullock 43 points
12. Tim Creswell 41 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
14. Michael Jasinski 33 points
15. James Plummer 29 points
16. Jeff Ochs 25 points
17. Steve Vickery 24 points
17. Margaret Jones 24 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
19. Rob Bishop 23 points
19. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
21. Pedro Brown 19 points
22. Brad Foster 17 points
23. Geno Gruber 12 points
24. Ryan Olson 11 points
24. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
24. Michael Dufresne 11 points
27. Charlie Dawson 10 points
27. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
27. Aren Timmel 10 points
30. Ethan Black 8 points
30. Paul McIntyre 8 points
32. Evan Carroll 7 points
32. Ben Bryant 7 points
32. Dave Berman 7 points
35. Weston Crumm 5 points
35. Greg Melton 5 points
37. Kenny Price 4 points
37. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
37. Jesse Rushing 4 points
40. David Kyle 3 points
40. CJ Humphries 3 points
40. Randy Moon 3 points
40. Mike Castaldo 3 points
44. Scott Heather 2 points
44. Dain Melton 2 points
44. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
47. Jim Clark 1 point
48. Morgan Bonar 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point
51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 250 points
2. Tom Embree 168 points
3. Charlie Pelton 159 points
3. Matt Itamura 159 points
5. Scott Heather 116 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 51 points
9. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
10. David Klein 31 points
11. Denny McKenney 29 points
11. Tom Murphy 29 points
13. Jim Mensching 24 points
14. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
14. Jim Clark 16 points
14. David Weathers 16 points
17. Alex Albrecht 15 points
17. Colin Moakley 15 points
19. Dain Melton 14 points
20. Skip Lees 10 points
20. Samuel Bransky 10 points
20. Ray Bransky 10 points
23. Matt Carlson 9 points
23. Clay Johnson 9 points
23. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
26. BJ LaRossa 8 points
27. Christopher Cook 7 points
28. Kareem Speake 6 points
29. Gary Fowler 5 points
29. Sandy Speake 5 points
29. Adam Tischler 5 points
29. Jeff Ochs 5 points
33. Jeff Nye 4 points
33. Dan Spencer 4 points
33. Jon Keyzer 4 points
33. John Wiesinger 4 points
33. David Dura 4 points
33. Brian Strukan 4 points
39. Joshua Pasos 3 points
39. Derek Moffitt 3 points
39. Darrin Reichel 3 points
39. James Gilchrist 3 points
39. Jeff Davis 3 points
44. Lawrence Livermore 2 points
44. Steve Kodad 2 points
44. Mark Hendry 2 points
47. Skip Latham 1 point
48. Bill Travers 1 point
49. Gary Manwill 1 point
50. Charlie Geshekter 1 point
51. James Hefner 1 point
52. Clay Johnson 1 point
53. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
54. Shawn Fisher 1 point
55. John D'Ewart 1 point
56. Johnny Jones 1 point
57. Walt Schafer 1 point
58. Greg Melton 1 point
59. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Lisa Martens 57 points
2. Margaret Jones 53 points
3. Janine Rood 36 points
4. Tracy Berman 33 points
5. Jenn Gruber 32 points
6. Caryn Jones 16 points
7. Christa Ritchey 14 points
8. Forough Molina 12 points
8. Morgan Bonar 12 points
10. Brenda Cranford 8 points
11. Amy Dawson 2 points
11. Shirley Huffman 2 points
13. Lori Cox 1 point
14. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
15. Teresa Kludt 1 point
16. Kristen Schonauer 1 point


CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES:

Current Overall Standings for Category "A" Men:
1. Brad Foster 74 points
2. Greg Golet 68 points
3. Rich Thurman 61 points
4. Mike Smith 52 points
5. Kevin Speacht 51 points
6. Sean Molina 48 points
7. Paul McIntyre 32 points
8. James Plummer 29 points
9. Alex Blease 28 points
10. Mike Painter 24 points
10. Jim Roberts 24 points
12. Josh Bullock 21 points
13. Randy Moon 20 points
13. Aren Timmel 20 points
15. Tyler Honeyman 18 points
15. Jeff Galland 18 points
17. Mike Castaldo 16 points
18. Mike Thorpe 14 points
19. Charlie Dawson 12 points
20. Rob Bishop 10 points
21. Joe Shelburne 6 points
22. Kyle Hughes 5 points

Women's Category:
1. Elizabeth Brent 68 points
2. Forough Molina 63 points
3. Grace Twedt 48 points
4. Darlene Henderson 38 points
5. Kristen Schonauer 32 points
6. Jamie Batha 29 points
6. Kim Agur 29 points
8. Kim Lange 22 points
9. Emily Fisher 20 points
10. Mary Reyes 18 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Charlie Pelton 83 points
2. Michael Crumm 68 points
3. Denny McKenney 49 points
4. Tom Embree 48 points
5. Mark Bloom 39 points
6. Chris Roots 34 points
6. Jim Mensching 34 points
6. Preben Nielsen 34 points
6. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
10. Matt Carlson 30 points
11. Steve Kodad 28 points
12. Greg Watkins 24 points
13. Skip Lees 23 points
14. Bill Brent 22 points
15. Geno Gruber 18 points
16. Mike Candela 16 points
16. Dan Spencer 16 points
18. Alex Albrecht 12 points
19. Norm Rosene 4 points


CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Jeff Ochs 44 points
3. David Albrecht 38 points
4. Paul McIntyre 30 points
5. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
6. Tim Olson 16 points
7. Josh Rowe 15 points
8. Mike Cordova 12 points
8. Rich Thurman 12 points
8. Jeff Galland 12 points
11. Josh Bullock 10 points
12. David Kyle 8 points
12. Greg Watkins 8 points
12. Weston Crumm 8 points
12. Jeff Tse 8 points
16. Eric Ayars 6 points
17. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 70 points
2. Michelle Nye 50 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
5. Kim Lange 14 points
6. Michelle Rossman 12 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jeanne O'regan 60 points
2. Kim Agur 44 points
3. Darlene Henderson 32 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 30 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 24 points
6. Sue Kamrar 12 points
7. Margaret Bomberg 11 points
8. Janine Rood 10 points
9. Grace Twedt 8 points
10. Lorna Andrette 6 points
10. Teresa Long 6 points
12. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 72 points
2. Jeff Nye 48 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Greenlee 108 points
2. Tom Murphy 72 points
3. Kenny Price 28 points
4. Hal Tacker 22 points
5. Joe Sanders 10 points
5. Charlie Pelton 10 points
7. Clay Johnson 8 points
7. Clayton Anderson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 102 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 48 points
3. Skip Lees 36 points
4. James Gilchrist 16 points
5. Kerry Maxwell 12 points
6. Bill Brent 10 points
6. Walt Schafer 10 points
8. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 46 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 18 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Tom Murphy 51 points
2. Kenny Price 34 points
2. Jeff Nye 34 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 34 points
5. Ben Mallory 26 points
6. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
6. Jesse Mallory 16 points
8. Matt Carlson 12 points
8. Skip Lees 12 points
8. Tim Olson 12 points
8. Weston Crumm 12 points
12. Clay Johnson 10 points
12. Joe Sanders 10 points
12. Jeff Via 10 points
12. Michael Dufresne 10 points
12. David Albrecht 10 points
17. Kevin Nye 9 points
18. Gary Fowler 8 points
19. Darius Vixie 6 points
19. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
21. Bill Brent 4 points
22. Clayton Anderson 3 points
23. Anthony Costello 3 points
24. Jonny Pierson 3 points
25. Nicolas King 3 points
26. Jeff Weisener 3 points
27. Johnny Borg 3 points


CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL SERIES:

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS:
1. Jeff Galland 21 points
2. James Plummer 19 points
3. Jeff Ochs 17 points

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS:
1. Jim Mensching 21 points
1. Tony Mainz 21 points
3. Tom Embree 17 points
4. Frank Marinello 15 points
5. Walt Schafer 13 points
6. Skip Lees 11 points
7. Alex Albrecht 9 points


CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 25-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Jeff Ochs 28 points
2. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
3. Greg Watkins 16 points
4. Mike Smith 14 points
5. Eric Ayars 10 points
6. Jim Clark 8 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 42 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Kim Agur 28 points
2. Margaret Bomberg 26 points
3. Grace Twedt 12 points
4. Sue Kamrar 10 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 28 points
2. Brian Ray 12 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Kenny Price 28 points
2. Tom Murphy 24 ponits
3. Jim Greenlee 14 points
4. Hal Tacker 10 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 42 points
2. Skip Lees 34 points
3. James Gilchrist 12 points

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Skip Lees 30 points
2. Tom Murphy 26 points
2. Kenny Price 26 points
4. Mike Smith 14 points
5. Brian Ray 10 points

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

R.A.C.E. Events for the week of June 15th - June 21st...............

Hi Everyone!! Below is the R.A.C.E. schedule for this week - no events next weekend, but there are two AWESOME rides going on: Saturday, June 19th is the Climb To The Pie ride put on by our local climbing ace, Mark Bloom! And Sunday, June 20th is the annual cycling trip from Chico up to Nevada City to see the BIG race being held there that day - http://www.ncclassic.com/ . Hope you can make one or both of those great rides!!! In addition, there have a been some slight changes to the R.A.C.E. schedule for the weekend of June 27th & 28th(see below):

Tuesday, June 16th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, June 17th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, June 18th - Meridian Road 10-Mile TT - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, June 19th - The Friday Night Chico Airport Short-Course Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Saturday, June 20th & Sunday, June 21st - Taking a much-needed break! Will be back next Tuesday for the Airport Criterium!!

****One NOTE about the following weekend - there is a schedule change for Saturday, June 27th and Sunday, June 28th****:

Saturday, June 27th - Table Mountain Road Race (2 laps = 50 Mile Road Race & 4,100+ feet of climbing) - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)
Sunday, June 28th - 7-Mile Lane 25-Mile Time Trial - 9:00AM (Race #4 in the Chico 25-Mile TT Series)
Sunday, June 28th - Chico Airport Criterium - 1:00PM (For As and Bs) & 2:00PM (For Cs) - (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Tuesday, June 16th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM(As & Bs) & 7:00PM(Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 16th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Wednesday, June 17th - FAST 50 - 6:00PM - The long-running independent "Fast 50" Wednesday night rides! The starting spot for this ride is in the parking lot of Rosedale Elementary School located at 100 Oak Street here in Chico. The ride leaves promptly at 6:00pm from the parking lot area. Many different levels of cyclists out there, so hook up with someone and enjoy the ride! A map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Fast-50255824 Rain does not cancel!

Thursday, June 18th - Meridian Road 10-Mile Time Trial (a new course!) - 6:00PM - A NEW course to try out in the 10-Mile Time Trial Series. We'll be heading to Meridian Road, just north of Chico for this one. This is a straight 5-mile out, 5-mile back in Time Trial - the course has approximately 130 feet of total climbing....primarily on the way out. Registration will open at 5:40pm with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will be going in 1-Minute Intervals. You must sign in at the start! The Start/Finish Line is just past the left sweeper turn on Meridian Road......the turn-around is before you get to Lassen Road(this is the same section of Meridian used on the Paskenta Century). Riders will travel north for 5 miles, then back south for 5 miles. An approximate map of this course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Meridian-Road-10-Mile-Time-Trial Look for me at the Starting location with the RACEmobile(the greenish Mitsubishi POS) and the clipboard. (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!)

FRIDAY, June 19th - FRIDAY Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM(As & Bs) & 7:00PM(Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This FRIDAY Night's Airport Criterium - June 19th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Saturday, June 20th & Sunday, June 21st - Taking a much-needed break! Will be back on Tuesday!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA

This morning's Chico Airport Criterium Results..............

We had a great day this morning out at the Chico Airport Criterium - yes, it was an early start(8:00AM), but the racing action was wide awake!! I would like to thank ALL of the riders and spectators who came out for this one!! And thank you to our Mentors in the Category "C" Race - Jeff Galland, Denny McKenney, Jim Mensching, Brad Geise, Charlie Pelton, Tom Embree and Mike Smith - you guys rock!!!!

And I would also like to thank the following for donating Primes to this Criterium today:

Odyssey Winery & Vineyards
Serfas Cycling Components
Chico Corsa Cycling Club
Team Chico
PowerBar
Chico Sports LTD.
and our very own Tom Murphy!

We had some fantastic racing action in this Double-Point Airport Criterium - and tons of Point and Prize Primes to give away. For some photos and videos of this morning's race, please visit:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

As you can see below, there's been some slight changes in the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series after today's event.

We'll be back out at the Criterium on Tuesday Night - As and Bs going at 6:00PM, Cs going at 7:00PM. And - we will also be doing another Double-Point, and even a Triple-Point, Airport Criterium in the coming weeks. Hope to see you out there!!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 14th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Mike Painter (14 points + 10 Prime Points + 2 = 26 points)
2. Jeff Galland (10 points + 72 Prime Points! + 2 = 84 points)
3. Mike Trowbridge (8 points + 4 Prime Points + 2 = 14 points)
4. Mike Smith (6 points + 2 Prime Points + 2 = 10 points)
5. Rob Bishop (4 points + 6 Prime Points + 2 = 12 points)
6. Geno Gruber (2 points + 2 = 4 points)
7. David Kyle 2 points
Winner of the Odyssey Vineyards Wine Prime = Rob Bishop
Winner of the Large Men's Cycling Jersey Prime = Mike Painter
Winner of the Medium Cycling Jersey Prime = Geno Gruber

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 14th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Scott Heather (14 points + 60 Prime Points + 2 = 76 points)
2. Tom Embree (10 points + 4 Prime Points + 2 = 16 points)
3. Charlie Pelton (8 points + 34 Prime Points + 2 = 44 points)
4. Denny McKenney (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
5. Frank Marinello (4 points + 10 Prime Points + 2 = 16 points)
6. Tom Murphy (2 points + 2 = 4 points)
7. Jeff Nye (2 Prime Points + 2 = 4 points)
Pack Finish:
Jim Mensching 2 points
Dan Spencer 2 points
Matt Carlson 2 points
Lawrence Livermore 2 points
Alex Albrecht 2 points
Winner of the Serfas Cycling Saddle Prime = Scott Heather
Winner of the Medium Cycling Jersey Prime = Tom Embree

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 14th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Janine Rood (14 points + 2 = 16 points)
2. Forough Molina (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

CATEGORY "C" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 14th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Watkins (Age 12)
2. Michelle Rossman
3. Ben Geise (Age 10)
4. Liam Davis (Age 8)
PowerBar Prime Winner = David Watkins

AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Jeff Galland
Denny McKenney
Brad Geise
Charlie Pelton
Jim Mensching
Tom Embree
Mike Smith

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 280 points
2. David Albrecht 186 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 113 points
4. Mike Smith 89 points
5. Alex Blease 76 points
5. Roy Steves 76 points
7. Greg Golet 74 points
8. Mike Cordova 57 points
9. Kevin Speacht 45 points
10. Mike Painter 44 points
11. Josh Bullock 43 points
12. Tim Creswell 41 points
13. Paul Sajben 39 points
14. Michael Jasinski 33 points
15. James Plummer 29 points
16. Jeff Ochs 25 points
17. Steve Vickery 24 points
17. Margaret Jones 24 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
19. Rob Bishop 23 points
19. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
21. Pedro Brown 19 points
22. Brad Foster 17 points
23. Geno Gruber 12 points
24. Ryan Olson 11 points
24. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
24. Michael Dufresne 11 points
27. Charlie Dawson 10 points
27. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
27. Aren Timmel 10 points
30. Ethan Black 8 points
30. Paul McIntyre 8 points
32. Evan Carroll 7 points
32. Ben Bryant 7 points
32. Dave Berman 7 points
35. Weston Crumm 5 points
35. Greg Melton 5 points
37. Kenny Price 4 points
37. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
37. Jesse Rushing 4 points
40. David Kyle 3 points
40. CJ Humphries 3 points
40. Randy Moon 3 points
40. Mike Castaldo 3 points
44. Scott Heather 2 points
44. Dain Melton 2 points
44. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
47. Jim Clark 1 point
48. Morgan Bonar 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point
51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 250 points
2. Tom Embree 168 points
3. Charlie Pelton 159 points
3. Matt Itamura 159 points
5. Scott Heather 116 points
6. Frank Marinello 66 points
7. Michael Dufresne 60 points
8. Mike Crumm 51 points
9. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
10. David Klein 31 points
11. Denny McKenney 29 points
11. Tom Murphy 29 points
13. Jim Mensching 24 points
14. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
14. Jim Clark 16 points
14. David Weathers 16 points
17. Alex Albrecht 15 points
17. Colin Moakley 15 points
19. Dain Melton 14 points
20. Skip Lees 10 points
20. Samuel Bransky 10 points
20. Ray Bransky 10 points
23. Matt Carlson 9 points
23. Clay Johnson 9 points
23. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
26. BJ LaRossa 8 points
27. Christopher Cook 7 points
28. Kareem Speake 6 points
29. Gary Fowler 5 points
29. Sandy Speake 5 points
29. Adam Tischler 5 points
29. Jeff Ochs 5 points
33. Jeff Nye 4 points
33. Dan Spencer 4 points
33. Jon Keyzer 4 points
33. John Wiesinger 4 points
33. David Dura 4 points
33. Brian Strukan 4 points
39. Joshua Pasos 3 points
39. Derek Moffitt 3 points
39. Darrin Reichel 3 points
39. James Gilchrist 3 points
39. Jeff Davis 3 points
44. Lawrence Livermore 2 points
44. Steve Kodad 2 points
44. Mark Hendry 2 points
47. Skip Latham 1 point
48. Bill Travers 1 point
49. Gary Manwill 1 point
50. Charlie Geshekter 1 point
51. James Hefner 1 point
52. Clay Johnson 1 point
53. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
54. Shawn Fisher 1 point
55. John D'Ewart 1 point
56. Johnny Jones 1 point
57. Walt Schafer 1 point
58. Greg Melton 1 point
59. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Lisa Martens 57 points
2. Margaret Jones 53 points
3. Janine Rood 36 points
4. Tracy Berman 33 points
5. Jenn Gruber 32 points
6. Caryn Jones 16 points
7. Christa Ritchey 14 points
8. Forough Molina 12 points
8. Morgan Bonar 12 points
10. Brenda Cranford 8 points
11. Amy Dawson 2 points
11. Shirley Huffman 2 points
13. Lori Cox 1 point
14. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
15. Teresa Kludt 1 point
16. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Yesterday's Messilla Valley Circuit Race Results..........

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 13th MESSILLA VALLEY CIRCUIT RACE:

Category "A" Men:
1. Greg Golet 1:34:25 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
2. James Plummer 1:34:47 (25 points + 4 = 29 points)
3. Sean Molina 1:34:48 (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
4. Mike Smith 1:35:08 (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
5. Brad Foster (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
6. Jeff Galland (12 points + 4 = 16 points)
7. Mike Painter (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
8. Mike Thorpe (8 points + 4 = 12 points)

Women's Category:
1. Elizabeth Brent 1:49:39 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
2. Jamie Batha (25 points + 4 = 29 points)
3. Grace Twedt (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
4. Kim Lange (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
5. Emily Fisher (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
6. Darlene Henderson (14 points + 4 = 18 points)

Category "B" Men:
1. Chris Roots 1:44:30 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
2. Charlie Pelton 1:44:54 (25 points + 4 = 29 points)
3. Tom Embree 1:45:22 (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
4. Mike Crumm 1:45:24 (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
5. Denny McKenney 1:45:36 (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
6. Geno Gruber 1:46:07 (14 points + 4 = 18 points)
7. Preben Nielsen (12 points + 4 = 16 points)
8. Jim Mensching (10 points + 4 = 14 points)
9. Alex Albrecht (8 points + 4 = 12 points)


CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES:

Current Overall Standings for Category "A" Men:
1. Brad Foster 74 points
2. Greg Golet 68 points
3. Rich Thurman 61 points
4. Mike Smith 52 points
5. Kevin Speacht 51 points
6. Sean Molina 48 points
7. Paul McIntyre 32 points
8. James Plummer 29 points
9. Alex Blease 28 points
10. Mike Painter 24 points
10. Jim Roberts 24 points
12. Josh Bullock 21 points
13. Randy Moon 20 points
13. Aren Timmel 20 points
15. Tyler Honeyman 18 points
15. Jeff Galland 18 points
17. Mike Castaldo 16 points
18. Mike Thorpe 14 points
19. Charlie Dawson 12 points
20. Rob Bishop 10 points
21. Joe Shelburne 6 points
22. Kyle Hughes 5 points

Women's Category:
1. Elizabeth Brent 68 points
2. Forough Molina 63 points
3. Grace Twedt 48 points
4. Darlene Henderson 38 points
5. Kristen Schonauer 32 points
6. Jamie Batha 29 points
6. Kim Agur 29 points
8. Kim Lange 22 points
9. Emily Fisher 20 points
10. Mary Reyes 18 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Charlie Pelton 83 points
2. Michael Crumm 68 points
3. Denny McKenney 49 points
4. Tom Embree 48 points
5. Mark Bloom 39 points
6. Chris Roots 34 points
6. Jim Mensching 34 points
6. Preben Nielsen 34 points
6. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
10. Matt Carlson 30 points
11. Steve Kodad 28 points
12. Greg Watkins 24 points
13. Skip Lees 23 points
14. Bill Brent 22 points
15. Geno Gruber 18 points
16. Mike Candela 16 points
16. Dan Spencer 16 points
18. Alex Albrecht 12 points
19. Norm Rosene 4 points

2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's various Chico Road Races, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but this time, they will ALSO be in a "Series" format. For those curious, the approximate definition of "Bicycle Road Races" can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_bicycle_racing

This Series will go from Saturday, May 30th through mid-September 2009......just before the Henleyville Road Race on September 19th, 2009! Most of these races will be starting at either 8:00AM or 9:00AM on the weekends - but some could be as early as 7:00AM.......and others starting as late as 10:00AM(highly unlikely).

Why have this event???

Looking at cycle racing from an international view, "road racing" is one of the most prestigious aspects of bicycle racing. The greatest racing champions in the hisotry of our great sport - Eddy Merckx, Lance Armstrong, Bernard Hinault, Fausto Coppi, Greg LeMond, Miguel Indurain, Gino Bartali - the list goes on and on and on. These riders were great "road racing" champions. The road race itself requires great stamina, strength, speed, skill and sense to win - or to place. To win a road race - or place highly in a road race consistently - is the epitome of a great cycle racing champion. This contest will track the most consistent riders in the area for road racing. The winner of this event will have a great opportunity for bragging rights - plus, they'll win the Series Championship Trophy!!

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series:

1. We will be using a variety of courses for this Series - including some flat courses, very hilly courses, somewhat hilly courses, circuit race courses(no Crits) and so forth. The idea is to get a variety of course profiles going for the Series to test the riders a bit. Next year - 2010 - this Series will also be starting much earlier in the year in order to get a feel for different weather conditions as well.

2. ALL riders must sign in this year at the start of EACH event - There will be a small table at the Start/Finish location - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins normally start 30 minutes before the event takes place and closes about 1-2 minutes before the event starts. Rain or wet weather will normally not cancel the events. However, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, may cancel some of the Road Races due to hazardous air quality.

3. There will normally be 2 Categories racing at the Road Races - the Category "A" Event and the Category "B" Event. However, EACH Series Category will be picked separately(Women's, Women's Masters, Men's Masters, Juniors, etc.). Category "A" races will normally start first, with the Category "B" races starting a couple of minutes later. If there are enough racers to have a separate category start after the "B" event, we will make that happen as well.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Road Race training/riding a shot! They're a GREAT workout!!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 25-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1, with an additional 4 points being given to each participant at each event. So, 25 points goes to the winner, 20 points goes to 2nd place, 18 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 4 more points just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. If one race proves particularly harsh.........ex. - the Jonesville Road Race on June 7th..............the point breakdown MAY be increased(35 to the winner, 30 to 2nd and so forth). IN ADDITION - It is quite possible that some of the Mini-Road-Races held during the week MAY be counted towards the Overall Title, but with fewer points (think.......5 to the winner, 4 to 2nd, 3 to 3rd and so on.....with NO point bonuses for competing).

7. Although the races are advertised as having 2 Categories out on the course - Category A and Category B - the Series itself has more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Category "B" Men
And any others if there are enough riders!

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy - as of NOW. We will ADD Categories if enough riders show up out there - so tell your friends!! If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event - this would have to be completely obvious to the Race Director).

In addition, trophies will normally be given out at EACH event for the winners in various categories............depending upon the budget of the Race Director.

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Road R.A.C.E.s in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - try not to use colorful language out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race at the finish line and so forth. ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Road Race events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Road Race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Tonight's Cohasset Uphill Road Race Results..............

Kyle Hughes 24:55 (New Course Record)
Brad Foster 24:59
Josh Bullock 29:19
Skip Lees 35:52
Norm Rosene 37:58

....and some photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

Last Night's Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial Results....................

COMBINED RESULTS FROM JUNE 11th AGUAS FRIAS 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:
1. Mike Cordova 22:41
2. Josh Bullock 24:00
3. David Kyle 24:19
4. Eric Ayars 24:54 (New PR!)
5. Jim Greenlee 24:55
6. Jeff Ochs 25:38
7. Hal Tacker 26:02 (New PR!)
8. Kim Agur 26:38 (1st Place Woman!!)
9. Kenny Price 27:14
10. Jim Mensching 27:26
11. Tom Murphy 27:35
12. Joanne Gilchrist 27:50
13. Elizabeth Brent 28:26
14. Jeff Nye 29:13
15. Michelle Nye 29:50
16. Grace Twedt 30:52
17. MaryAnn Bachus 34:10

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JUNE 11th AGUAS FRIAS ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL:

CATEGORY "A" MEN:
1. Mike Cordova 22:41 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Josh Bullock 24:00 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. David Kyle 24:19 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Eric Ayars 24:54 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)
5. Jeff Ochs 25:38 (2 points + 2 = 4 points)

WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 27:50 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Michelle Nye 29:50 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

JUNIOR WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
No Competitors. :(

WOMEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Kim Agur 26:38 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Elizabeth Brent 28:26 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Grace Twedt 30:52 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. MaryAnn Bachus 34:10 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)

CATEGORY "B" MEN:
1. Jeff Nye 29:13 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Greenlee 24:55 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Hal Tacker 26:02 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Kenny Price 27:14 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Tom Murphy 27:35 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Mensching 27:26 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

JUNIOR MEN'S CATEGORY:
No Competitors. :(

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Kenny Price 27:14 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Tom Murphy 27:35 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Jeff Nye 29:13 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men:
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Jeff Ochs 44 points
3. David Albrecht 38 points
4. Paul McIntyre 30 points
5. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
6. Tim Olson 16 points
7. Josh Rowe 15 points
8. Mike Cordova 12 points
8. Rich Thurman 12 points
8. Jeff Galland 12 points
11. Josh Bullock 10 points
12. David Kyle 8 points
12. Greg Watkins 8 points
12. Weston Crumm 8 points
12. Jeff Tse 8 points
16. Eric Ayars 6 points
17. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 70 points
2. Michelle Nye 50 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
5. Kim Lange 14 points
6. Michelle Rossman 12 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jeanne O'regan 60 points
2. Kim Agur 44 points
3. Darlene Henderson 32 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 30 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 24 points
6. Sue Kamrar 12 points
7. Margaret Bomberg 11 points
8. Janine Rood 10 points
9. Grace Twedt 8 points
10. Lorna Andrette 6 points
10. Teresa Long 6 points
12. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men:
1. David Dura 72 points
2. Jeff Nye 48 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category:
1. Jim Greenlee 108 points
2. Tom Murphy 72 points
3. Kenny Price 28 points
4. Hal Tacker 22 points
5. Joe Sanders 10 points
5. Charlie Pelton 10 points
7. Clay Johnson 8 points
7. Clayton Anderson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category:
1. Jim Mensching 102 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 48 points
3. Skip Lees 36 points
4. James Gilchrist 16 points
5. Kerry Maxwell 12 points
6. Bill Brent 10 points
6. Walt Schafer 10 points
8. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 46 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 18 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Tom Murphy 51 points
2. Kenny Price 34 points
2. Jeff Nye 34 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 34 points
5. Ben Mallory 26 points
6. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
6. Jesse Mallory 16 points
8. Matt Carlson 12 points
8. Skip Lees 12 points
8. Tim Olson 12 points
8. Weston Crumm 12 points
12. Clay Johnson 10 points
12. Joe Sanders 10 points
12. Jeff Via 10 points
12. Michael Dufresne 10 points
12. David Albrecht 10 points
17. Kevin Nye 9 points
18. Gary Fowler 8 points
19. Darius Vixie 6 points
19. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
21. Bill Brent 4 points
22. Clayton Anderson 3 points
23. Anthony Costello 3 points
24. Jonny Pierson 3 points
25. Nicolas King 3 points
26. Jeff Weisener 3 points
27. Johnny Borg 3 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 10-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be scattered around the Chico area - Chico River Road, River Road, Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane, Lassen Road, Meridian Road and others to be announced as the weeks go on. The idea is to get a feel for the various 10-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be a few that are thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. Most of the Thursday Night 10-Mile Time Trials WILL count towards the Series Overall Standings. (There will be a 25-Mile TT Series, as well as a 6-Mile TT Series, announced soon).

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 20 to 45 minute 10-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 2 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series.

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on 10-Mile Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Sunday's Chico Airport Criterium - As, Bs & Cs..............

Hi Everyone! The Criterium on Sunday will also have a CATEGORY C race at 9:00AM - and some product prizes as Primes during the A, B and C races:

Sunday, June 14th - Chico Airport Short-Course Criterium - 8:00AM (Category A & B) & 9:00AM (Category C) - DOUBLE-POINT EVENT!!! - Race the Criterium, then ride up to Cohasset - makes for a GREAT riding/training day!! Registration will open at 7:45am on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 8:00AM. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. ALL points in this event will be doubled - meaning, 14 points for 1st place, 10 points for 2nd, 8 points for 3rd and so on. In addition, there will be NOTHING less than a 4-point Prime at this Event, with Primes going as high as 10 points. ****ONE NOTE - You MUST be on time and stay IN the race in order to be eligible for Primes in this event!!! RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

We will also have a Category "C" race going off at 9:00AM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

****Prizes - We will also be giving out some Products as Primes too - including PowerBar Gel, a brand new saddle by Serfas, a Women's Cycling Jersey, Livestrong Wristbands, some nutritional products, and any other items I can get.

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:

1. Jeff Galland 196 points
2. David Albrecht 186 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 99 points
4. Mike Smith 79 points
5. Alex Blease 76 points
5. Roy Steves 76 points
7. Greg Golet 74 points
8. Mike Cordova 57 points
9. Kevin Speacht 45 points
10. Josh Bullock 43 points
11. Tim Creswell 41 points
12. Paul Sajben 39 points
13. Michael Jasinski 33 points
14. James Plummer 29 points
15. Jeff Ochs 25 points
16. Steve Vickery 24 points
16. Margaret Jones 24 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
18. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
19. Pedro Brown 19 points
20. Mike Painter 18 points
21. Brad Foster 17 points
22. Rob Bishop 11 points
22. Ryan Olson 11 points
22. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
22. Michael Dufresne 11 points
26. Charlie Dawson 10 points
26. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
26. Aren Timmel 10 points
29. Geno Gruber 8 points
29. Ethan Black 8 points
29. Paul McIntyre 8 points
32. Evan Carroll 7 points
32. Ben Bryant 7 points
32. Dave Berman 7 points
35. Weston Crumm 5 points
35. Greg Melton 5 points
37. Kenny Price 4 points
37. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points

37. Jesse Rushing 4 points
40. CJ Humphries 3 points
40. Randy Moon 3 points
40. Mike Castaldo 3 points
43. Scott Heather 2 points
43. Dain Melton 2 points
43. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
46. David Kyle 1 point
47. Jim Clark 1 point
48. Morgan Bonar 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point

51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:

1. Shawn Hughes 250 points
2. Matt Itamura 159 points
3. Tom Embree 152 points
4. Charlie Pelton 115 points
5. Michael Dufresne 60 points
6. Mike Crumm 51 points
7. Frank Marinello 50 points
8. Scott Heather 40 points
9. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
10. David Klein 31 points
11. Tom Murphy 25 points
12. Jim Mensching 22 points
13. Denny McKenney 21 points
14. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
14. Jim Clark 16 points
14. David Weathers 16 points
17. Colin Moakley 15 points
18. Dain Melton 14 points
19. Alex Albrecht 13 points
20. Skip Lees 10 points
20. Samuel Bransky 10 points
20. Ray Bransky 10 points
23. Clay Johnson 9 points
23. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
25. BJ LaRossa 8 points
26. Christopher Cook 7 points
26. Matt Carlson 7 points
28. Kareem Speake 6 points
29. Gary Fowler 5 points
29. Sandy Speake 5 points
29. Adam Tischler 5 points

29. Jeff Ochs 5 points
33. Jon Keyzer 4 points
33. John Wiesinger 4 points
33. David Dura 4 points
33. Brian Strukan 4 points
37. Joshua Pasos 3 points
37. Derek Moffitt 3 points
37. Darrin Reichel 3 points
37. James Gilchrist 3 points
37. Jeff Davis 3 points
42. Dan Spencer 2 points
42. Steve Kodad 2 points
42. Mark Hendry 2 points
45. Skip Latham 1 point
46. Bill Travers 1 point
47. Gary Manwill 1 point
48. Charlie Geshekter 1 point
49. James Hefner 1 point
50. Clay Johnson 1 point
51. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
52. Shawn Fisher 1 point
53. John D'Ewart 1 point

54. Johnny Jones 1 point
55. Walt Schafer 1 point
56. Greg Melton 1 point

57. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Lisa Martens 57 points
2. Margaret Jones 53 points
3. Tracy Berman 33 points
4. Jenn Gruber 32 points
5. Janine Rood 20 points
6. Caryn Jones 16 points
7. Christa Ritchey 14 points
8. Morgan Bonar 12 points
9. Brenda Cranford 8 points
10. Amy Dawson 2 points
10. Shirley Huffman 2 points
12. Lori Cox 1 point
13. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
14. Teresa Kludt 1 point
15. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting PROMPTLY at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45 PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Category "B" Men
Category "C"
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Cohasset Uphill Road Race Tomorrow at 6:00PM.........

Friday, June 12th - Cohasset Uphill Road Race - 6:00PM - Registration will open at 5:45pm on Ryan Avenue on the north end of the airport - just to the west of the Fifth Sun parking lot(look for me on Ryan Avenue with the clipboard). Ride leaves promptly at 6:00pm and will climb to just past the "Road Narrows" & "Share The Road" sign at the top of the "good" road - just go your own pace. The ride itself is only about 7 miles in length, but includes about 1,500 feet of climbing. I will be there with the sag vehicle if you run into a problem - and will be at the finish line to score you - I will have water too. This is a great little after-work ride to stretch the legs a bit for the weekend! An approximate map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Friday-Night-Cohasset-Uphill-Race (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series - Mini-point Event)

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

July R.A.C.E. Schedule UPDATED...................

Hi Everyone!! Okay, below is the EXTREMELY tentative Calendar for some upcoming R.A.C.E. Events for the rest of June & July 2009. There might be some changes/updates/date-switching/additions and so forth as the days/weeks go on........but I will send out updates as we get closer to some of the events.

Lots of events going on in July 2009 - included will be the Tour de Curtis - which rides everyday the Tour de France riders ride - July 4th through July 26th: http://www.letour.fr/2009/TDF/COURSE/us/le_parcours.html I should have details from Don Curtis about the Tour de Curtis soon - will send out as soon as I get it(expect early morning rides......5:30am on weekdays, 7:00am on weekends, etc.).....definitely loads of fun!!!

Tuesday, June 16th - Troxel Road 6-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Race #1 in the "6AM Sixer Series" 6-MIle Time Trial Series - 3 Time Trials, 6 Miles Each)

Tuesday, June 16th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, June 17th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, June 18th - Meridian Road 10-Mile TT - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, June 19th - Friday Night Racing Series - 6:00PM (May include MTB racing, Hill Races, Sprint Series, Flat Races, Crits, etc.)

Saturday, June 20th - Climb To The Pie Ride!!!

Sunday, June 21st - Going to the Nevada City Classic!

Tuesday, June 23rd - Anita Road 6-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Race #2 in the "6AM Sixer Series" 6-MIle Time Trial Series - 3 Time Trials, 6 Miles Each)

Tuesday, June 23rd - Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, June 24th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, June 25th - 7-Mile Lane 25-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Race #4 in the Chico 25-Mile TT Series)

Friday, June 26th - Friday Night Racing Series - 6:00PM (May include MTB racing, Hill Races, Sprint Series, Flat Races, Crits, etc.)

Saturday, June 27th - LEESVILLE GAP "PRACTICE" ROAD RACE - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, June 28th - Butte City Road Race(All Flat Road Race) - 8:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Tuesday, June 30th - Wilson Landing 6-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Final Race in the "6AM Sixer Series" 6-MIle Time Trial Series - 3 Time Trials, 6 Miles Each)

Tuesday, June 30th - Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, July 1st - - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, July 2nd - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, July 3rd - Leesville Gap Road Race - a Velo Promo Event - I'll be working the Feed Zone

Friday, July 3rd - 5-Lap Cruiser Airport Criterium Race & Kids ONLY Criterium Race(under 16 years of age) - 6:00PM

Saturday, July 4th - Davis 4th of July Criterium & Paul Component 4th of July party!!

Sunday, July 5th - Wheelock Circuit Race - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Tuesday, July 7th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM.................and 9:00PM!?!?(Full Moon Crit) (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, July 8th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, July 9th - Meridian Road 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, July 10th - Friday Night Racing Series - 6:00PM (May include MTB racing, Hill Races, Sprint Series, Flat Races, Crits, etc.)

Saturday, July 11th - Messilla Valley Circuit Race - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, July 12th - Pentz Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM (Part of the 2009 Chico DOWNHILL Time Trial Series)

Sunday, July 12th - Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Tuesday, July 14th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, July 15th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, July 16th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, July 17th - Friday Night Racing Series - 6:00PM (May include MTB racing, Hill Races, Sprint Series, Flat Races, Crits, etc.)

Saturday, July 18th - Table Mountain Road Race (2 laps this time = 50 Miles) - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, July 19th - Aguas Frias Road Race(all flat) - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Tuesday, July 21st - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, July 22nd - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, July 23rd - 7-Mile Lane 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, July 24th - Friday Night Racing Series - 6:00PM (May include MTB racing, Hill Races, Sprint Series, Flat Races, Crits, etc.)

Saturday, July 25th - The BLOOM Circuit Race - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, July 26th - Forest Ranch DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM (Part of the 2009 Chico DOWNHILL Time Trial Series)

Tuesday, July 28th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM

Wednesday, July 29th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, July 30th - Aguas Frias 25-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Race #5 in the Chico 25-Mike Time Trial Series)

Friday, July 31st - Friday Night Racing Series - 6:00PM (May include MTB racing, Hill Races, Sprint Series, Flat Races, Crits, etc.)

Saturday, August 1st - Cohasset Road Race (Airport to the Gravel!) - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Sunday, August 2nd - TRIPLE Point Chico Airport Criterium - 9:00AM & 10:00AM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA

Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial on Thursday at 6:00pm............

Thursday, June 11th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM - Registration opens at 5:45pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! A map of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Aguas-Frias-10-Mile-Time-Trial The Start/Finish location of this event is on Aguas Frias Road - just south of Dayton 4-Corners - by the Stop Ahead Sign......look for me at the Start Area with a clipboard. (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!) Rain does not cancel!

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Last Night's Chico Airport Criterium Results...........

WOW - another awesome night out at the Chico Airport Criterium last night, with 51 riders taking part in the event!! Thank you ALL for coming out to this one!! It looks like the Category "C" race is here to stay - what an awesome sight to see!! I would like to give a HUGE Thank You to our Mentors in the "C" Category for showing the riders the ropes with this Criterium stuff: Tom Embree, Charlie Pelton, David Albrecht, Maggie Jones, Shawn Hughes, Greg Golet, Brad Foster, Jim Mensching, Brad Geise and Mike Cordova!! Y'all rock!!! There's a rumor going around that Rodney might be in next Tuesday night's "C" race, but I think it is just that - a rumor!! LOL

We had some great racing action out there last night in all three events, and it was definitely one of the funnest events we've had all year. For some video of last night's Criterium, please visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

Below are the Category Results from last night's event, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. REMEMBER also - the standings are always Preliminary for the first 24 hours after "posting" - so if you see an addition, subtraction, correction, deletion or any other "tions", please let me know!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 9th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Jeff Galland (7 points + 10 Prime Points + 1 = 18 points)
2. David Albrecht (5 points + 11 Prime Points + 1 = 17 points)
3. Alex Blease (4 points + 3 Prime Points + 1 = 8 points)
4. Josh Bullock (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Greg Golet (2 points + 4 Prime Points + 1 = 7 points)
6. Mike Smith (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Roy Steves 1 point
8. Mike Cordova (8 Prime Points + 1 = 9 points)
Pack Finish:
Jeff Ochs 1 point
Tim Creswell 1 point
Margaret Jones 1 point
Dain Melton 1 point
Brad Foster 1 point
Mike Painter 1 point
Kenny Price 1 point
Charlie Dawson 1 point
Rob Bishop 1 point
Scott Heather 1 point
Kyle Hartelt 1 point

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 9th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Tom Embree (7 points + 9 Prime Points + 1 = 17 points)
2. Shawn Hughes (5 points + 8 Prime Points + 1 = 14 points)
3. Joe Schlesinger (4 points + 3 Prime Points + 1 = 8 points)
4. Denny McKenney (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Charlie Pelton (2 points + 1 = 3 points)
6. Tom Murphy (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
7. Bill Travers 1 point
Pack Finish:
Mike Crumm (4 Prime Points + 1 = 5 points)
Gary Fowler 1 point
Dan Spencer 1 point
Skip Latham 1 point
Gary Manwill 1 point
Jim Mensching 1 point
Jon Keyzer 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS:
1. Brenda Cranford (7 points + 1 = 8 points)
2. Caryn Jones (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Jenn Gruber (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Margaret Jones (3 points + 1 = 4 points)

CATEGORY "C" RACERS:
John Cannon
Matt Huff
Skip Lees
Sandra Barton
Lori Cox
Peggy Selkirk
Amy Dawson
Christa Ritchey
Dylan Golet (Age 13)
Kyle Golet (Age 8)
Ben Golet (Age 10)
Ben Geise (Age 10)
David Watkins (Age 12)
Davis Foster (Age 9)
Taylor Adams (Age 15)
AND A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR MENTORS FOR THE "C" CATEGORY RACE:
Brad Geise
Shawn Hughes
Charlie Pelton
Margaret Jones
David Albrecht
Mike Cordova
Brad Foster
Tom Embree
Greg Golet
Jim Mensching

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 196 points
2. David Albrecht 186 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 99 points
4. Mike Smith 79 points
5. Alex Blease 76 points
5. Roy Steves 76 points
7. Greg Golet 74 points
8. Mike Cordova 57 points
9. Kevin Speacht 45 points
10. Josh Bullock 43 points
11. Tim Creswell 41 points
12. Paul Sajben 39 points
13. Michael Jasinski 33 points
14. James Plummer 29 points
15. Jeff Ochs 25 points
16. Steve Vickery 24 points
16. Margaret Jones 24 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
18. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
19. Pedro Brown 19 points
20. Mike Painter 18 points
21. Brad Foster 17 points
22. Rob Bishop 11 points
22. Ryan Olson 11 points
22. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
22. Michael Dufresne 11 points
26. Charlie Dawson 10 points
26. Kyle Hartelt 10 points
26. Aren Timmel 10 points
29. Geno Gruber 8 points
29. Ethan Black 8 points
29. Paul McIntyre 8 points
32. Evan Carroll 7 points
32. Ben Bryant 7 points
32. Dave Berman 7 points
35. Weston Crumm 5 points
35. Greg Melton 5 points
37. Kenny Price 4 points
37. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
37. Jesse Rushing 4 points
40. CJ Humphries 3 points
40. Randy Moon 3 points
40. Mike Castaldo 3 points
43. Scott Heather 2 points
43. Dain Melton 2 points
43. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
46. David Kyle 1 point
47. Jim Clark 1 point
48. Morgan Bonar 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point
51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 250 points
2. Matt Itamura 159 points
3. Tom Embree 152 points
4. Charlie Pelton 115 points
5. Michael Dufresne 60 points
6. Mike Crumm 51 points
7. Frank Marinello 50 points
8. Scott Heather 40 points
9. Joe Schlesinger 36 points
10. David Klein 31 points
11. Tom Murphy 25 points
12. Jim Mensching 22 points
13. Denny McKenney 21 points
14. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
14. Jim Clark 16 points
14. David Weathers 16 points
17. Colin Moakley 15 points
18. Dain Melton 14 points
19. Alex Albrecht 13 points
20. Skip Lees 10 points
20. Samuel Bransky 10 points
20. Ray Bransky 10 points
23. Clay Johnson 9 points
23. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
25. BJ LaRossa 8 points
26. Christopher Cook 7 points
26. Matt Carlson 7 points
28. Kareem Speake 6 points
29. Gary Fowler 5 points
29. Sandy Speake 5 points
29. Adam Tischler 5 points
29. Jeff Ochs 5 points
33. Jon Keyzer 4 points
33. John Wiesinger 4 points
33. David Dura 4 points
33. Brian Strukan 4 points
37. Joshua Pasos 3 points
37. Derek Moffitt 3 points
37. Darrin Reichel 3 points
37. James Gilchrist 3 points
37. Jeff Davis 3 points
42. Dan Spencer 2 points
42. Steve Kodad 2 points
42. Mark Hendry 2 points
45. Skip Latham 1 point
46. Bill Travers 1 point
47. Gary Manwill 1 point
48. Charlie Geshekter 1 point
49. James Hefner 1 point
50. Clay Johnson 1 point
51. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
52. Shawn Fisher 1 point
53. John D'Ewart 1 point
54. Johnny Jones 1 point
55. Walt Schafer 1 point
56. Greg Melton 1 point
57. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Lisa Martens 57 points
2. Margaret Jones 53 points
3. Tracy Berman 33 points
4. Jenn Gruber 32 points
5. Janine Rood 20 points
6. Caryn Jones 16 points
7. Christa Ritchey 14 points
8. Morgan Bonar 12 points
9. Brenda Cranford 8 points
10. Amy Dawson 2 points
10. Shirley Huffman 2 points
12. Lori Cox 1 point
13. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
14. Teresa Kludt 1 point
15. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Yes, there will be a Category "C" Race at tomorrow's Criterium............

Tuesday, June 9th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM(As & Bs) & 7:00PM(Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 9th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
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R.A.C.E. Events for June 8th - 14th....................

Tuesday, June 9th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM(Category "A" and "B") & 7:00PM(Category "C") (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)

Wednesday, June 10th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM

Thursday, June 11th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile TT - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series)

Friday, June 12th - Cohasset Uphill Road Race - 6:00PM (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series)

Saturday, June 13th - Messilla Valley Circuit Race - 9:00AM - Trophy Event (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series - Big Point Event)

Sunday, June 14th - Chico Airport Short-Course Criterium - DOUBLE-point Event - 8:00AM (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series)


Tuesday, June 9th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM(As & Bs) & 7:00PM(Cs) - Registration normally opens at 5:45pm on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 6:00pm. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 9th - 7:00PM - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Wednesday, June 10th - FAST 50 - 6:00PM - The long-running independent "Fast 50" Wednesday night rides! The starting spot for this ride is in the parking lot of Rosedale Elementary School located at 100 Oak Street here in Chico. The ride leaves promptly at 6:00pm from the parking lot area. Many different levels of cyclists out there, so hook up with someone and enjoy the ride! A map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Fast-50255824 Rain does not cancel!

Thursday, June 11th - Aguas Frias 10-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM - Registration opens at 5:45pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! A map of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Aguas-Frias-10-Mile-Time-Trial The Start/Finish location of this event is on Aguas Frias Road - just south of Dayton 4-Corners - by the Stop Ahead Sign......look for me at the Start Area with a clipboard. (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!) Rain does not cancel!

Friday, June 12th - Cohasset Uphill Road Race - 6:00PM - Registration will open at 5:45pm on Ryan Avenue on the north end of the airport - just to the west of the Fifth Sun parking lot(look for me on Ryan Avenue with the clipboard). Ride leaves promptly at 6:00pm and will climb to just past the "Road Narrows" & "Share The Road" sign at the top of the "good" road - just go your own pace. The ride itself is only about 7 miles in length, but includes about 1,500 feet of climbing. I will be there with the sag vehicle if you run into a problem - and will be at the finish line to score you - I will have water too. This is a great little after-work ride to stretch the legs a bit for the weekend! An approximate map of the course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Friday-Night-Cohasset-Uphill-Race (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series - Mini-point Event)

Saturday, June 13th - Messilla Valley Circuit Race - 9:00AM - TROPHY EVENT - The classic event is back for the month of June!!! Registration will open at 8:30AM at the top of the hill of Messilla Valley Road - just near the intersection with Pentz Road. The "A" Category will be starting their event at 9:00AM, and the "B" Category going at 9:01AM. The number of laps will remain the same as last year - 10 laps for each Category. Again, sandbagging will not be allowed! (Sandbagging would be an "A" Cateogry rider racing the Category "B" race). If you drive, please park at Spring Valley School, which is only 1-mile away from the Start/Finish Line - or at Butte College and ride in. The Messilla Valley Course is approximately 3.5 miles in length with about 300+ feet of climbing per lap. 10 laps = 35 miles and 3,000+ feet of climbing. I will have one or two water containers at the Start/Finish Line, but water bottle hand-ups will be SOLELY dependent upon Volunteers - so if you have a volunteer, bring 'em with you! For a map of the course, please click on this link: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Messilla-Valley-Circuit-Race HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! Trophies for the winners! Rain does not cancel! (Part of the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series - Big Point Event)

Sunday, June 14th - Chico Airport Short-Course Criterium - 8:00AM - DOUBLE-POINT EVENT!!! - Race the Criterium, then ride up to Cohasset - makes for a GREAT riding/training day!! Registration will open at 7:45am on Convair avenue at the Airport - with the event starting promptly at 8:00AM. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course . Category "A" riders will go for 50 Minutes PLUS 3 laps, while Category "B" riders will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps - Women's Category picked separately. Lots of Point Primes offered in this one!! Must sign in and wear a helmet in order to compete. ALL points in this event will be doubled - meaning, 14 points for 1st place, 10 points for 2nd, 8 points for 3rd and so on. In addition, there will be NOTHING less than a 4-point Prime at this Event, with Primes going as high as 10 points. ****ONE NOTE - You MUST be on time and stay IN the race in order to be eligible for Primes in this event!!! RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT. (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!)

POSSIBLE Future Events for the Coming Weeks - subject to change:

Tuesday, June 16th - Troxel Road 6-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Race #1 in the "6AM Sixer Series" 6-MIle Time Trial Series - 3 Time Trials, 6 Miles Each)
Tuesday, June 16th - Tuesday Night Airport Criterium - 6:00PM & 7:00PM
Wednesday, June 17th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM
Thursday, June 18th - Meridian Road 10-Mile TT - 6:00PM
Friday, June 19th - Friday Night Racing - 6:00PM
Saturday, June 20th - Climb To The Pie Ride!!!
Sunday, June 21st - Going to Nevada City Classic!

Tuesday, June 23rd - Anita Road 6-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Race #2 in the "6AM Sixer Series" 6-MIle Time Trial Series - 3 Time Trials, 6 Miles Each)
Tuesday, June 23rd - Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM
Wednesday, June 24th - Fast 50 - 6:00PM
Thursday, June 25th - 7-Mile Lane 25-Mile Time Trial - 6:00PM (Race #4 in the Chico 25-Mile TT Series)
Friday, June 26th - Friday Night Racing - 6:00PM
Saturday, June 27th - LEESVILLE GAP "PRACTICE" ROAD RACE - 9:00AM - Trophy Event
Sunday, June 28th - Butte City Road Race(All Flat Road Race) - 8:00AM - Trophy Event

Tuesday, June 30th - Wilson Landing 6-Mile Time Trial - 6:00AM (Final Race in the "6AM Sixer Series" 6-MIle Time Trial Series - 3 Time Trials, 6 Miles Each)
Tuesday, June 30th - Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium - 6:00PM

July's R.A.C.E. Schedule will be out this week.

Notes:
July 3rd is the Leesville Gap Road Race
July 4th is the Davis Criterium
July 5th is the Marysville Criterium
......I probably won't have many, if any, R.A.C.E. events those 3 days.

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Rumpstomper Omnium Results.......................

3 brutal stages over the last 36 hours - and we have our winners in the 1st Annual Rumpstomper Omnium this past weekend! I would like to congratulate RICH THURMAN, JIM MENSCHING AND FOROUGH MOLINA for winning the Rumpstomper Omnium Titles in their respective categories(see Results below) this weekend!! Your Rumpstomper Omnium Champion Medals will be here this week - I will deliver them to you the at the next R.A.C.E. Event!! Congratulations to you three!!

Also, I would like to give a MASSIVE congratulations to SKIP LEES(Age 64) and JIM MENSCHING(Age 62) for being the only 2 riders to do ALL 3 stages of the Rumpstomper Omnium this weekend - the Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial, the Chico Airport Long-Course Criterium and today's Jonesville Road Race!! You guys rock!!!

Thank you ALL for participating in the events this weekend - it was GREAT having you all out there - thank you!!!

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL RESULTS in the RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM:
1. Rich Thurman 50 points
2. Greg Golet 45 points
3. Paul McIntyre 40 points
4. Josh Bullock 39 points
5. Mike Smith 35 points
6. Alex Blease 30 points
7. Brad Foster 25 points
7. Jeff Galland 25 points
9. Jim Roberts 20 points
9. James Plummer 20 points
11. Kevin Speacht 18 points
11. Jeff Ochs 18 points
13. Randy Moon 16 points

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL RESULTS in the RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM:
1. Jim Mensching 71 points
2. Skip Lees 52 points
3. Mark Bloom 50 points
4. Ken Petruzzelli 45 points
5. Charlie Pelton 40 points
6. Matt Carlson 35 points
7. Steve Kodad 30 points
8. Mike Crumm 25 points
8. Matt Itamura 25 points
8. Tony Mainz 25 points
11. Alex Albrecht 24 points
12. Greg Watkins 20 points
13. Bill Brent 18 points
13. Tom Murphy 18 points
13. Tom Embree 18 points
16. Frank Marinello 16 points
17. Walt Schafer 14 points
18. Mike Candela 12 points

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL RESULTS from the RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM:
1. Forough Molina 50 points
2. Elizabeth Brent 45 points
3. Kristen Schonauer 40 points


RACE #1 IN RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM:
CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL:
1. Jeff Galland 25 points
2. James Plummer 20 points
3. Jeff Ochs 18 points
CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL:
1. Jim Mensching 25 points
1. Tony Mainz 25 points
3. Tom Embree 18 points
4. Frank Marinello 16 points
5. Walt Schafer 14 points
6. Skip Lees 12 points
7. Alex Albrecht 10 points

RACE #2 IN RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM:
CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 6th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Josh Bullock 25 points
CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 6th CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Matt Itamura 25 points
2. Jim Mensching 20 points
3. Tom Murphy 18 points
4. Skip Lees 16 points
5. Alex Albrecht 14 points

RACE #3 IN RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM:
CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 7th JONESVILLE ROAD RACE:
1. Rich Thurman 50 points
2. Greg Golet 45 points
3. Paul McIntyre 40 points
4. Mike Smith 35 points
5. Alex Blease 30 points
6. Brad Foster 25 points
7. Jim Roberts 20 points
8. Kevin Speacht 18 points
9. Randy Moon 16 points
10. Josh Bullock 14 points
WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 7th JONESVILLE ROAD RACE:
1. Forough Molina 50 points
2. Elizabeth Brent 45 points
3. Kristen Schonauer 40 points
CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 7th JONESVILLE ROAD RACE:
1. Mark Bloom 50 points
2. Ken Petruzzelli 45 points
3. Charlie Pelton 40 points
4. Matt Carlson 35 points
5. Steve Kodad 30 points
6. Mike Crumm 25 points
7. Greg Watkins 20 points
8. Bill Brent 18 points
9. Jim Mensching 16 points + 10 = 26 points
10. Skip Lees 14 points + 10 = 24 points
11. Mike Candela 12 points

RUMPSTOMPER OMNIUM INFORMATION:

Hi Everyone!! This weekend, we have a little Omnium going on called the Rumpstomper Omnium (named after the infamous mountain bike race in Annadel State Park in the 1980s). Hope you can make one, two or all three stages - whatever you would like to do! Details below:

Stages of the 2009 Rumpstomper Omnium:

Saturday, June 6th - Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM (Race #1 in the Chico Downhill TT Series) (Race #1 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Saturday, June 6th - Chico Airport LONG-Course Criterium - 6:00PM - (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series) (Race #2 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Sunday, June 7th - Jonesville Road Race - 8:00AM - Trophy Event - (Race #2 in the Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series) (Final Race in Rumpstomper Omnium)

How does it work??? Okay, in this scenario, an Omnium is just a stage race using points rather than time - and you do not have to complete one stage in order to do the next stage. You garner points for each stage depending upon how you did in the stage.......and, again, in this particular case.........the MOST points wins(many Omniums reverse this and have the least amount of points winning). There WILL be a Category "A" and Category "B" - you must tell me at the start of your first stage which Category you are entering.......and no downgrades during the Omnium once you're in. Categories may be combined, changed or eliminated if not enough folks come out. Most USCF rules will apply to ALL stages - including WEAR YOUR HELMET, don't ride too much like a lunatic, and so on and so forth. Please read the section carefully at the bottom of this e-mail for all the rules pertaining to the Omnium. And remember - the only reasons we're doing this Omnium is for fun and fitness......and maybe a little competitiveness too, but nothing over-the-top please! Ride safe, have fun, try something new and challenge yourself. Anyone doing any of the stages is automatically entered in the Omnium..........but consistency in the events will be key to winning the Overall. The Rumpstomper Omnium Champion Medals will be awarded to the winner in each Category of the Omnium. The following Categories will be awarded medals:

Men's Category "A"
Men's Category "B"
Women's Category

The Point Breakdown for EACH stage:

Saturday, June 6th - Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM:
1st = 25 points
2nd = 20 points
3rd = 18 points
4th = 16 points
5th = 14 points
6th = 12 points
7th = 10 points
8th = 8 points
9th = 6 points
10th = 4 points
11th = 2 points
Everyone else = 1 point

Saturday, June 6th - Chico Airport LONG-COURSE Criterium - 6:00PM:
(Prime Points do NOT count towards the Omnium.....but DO count towards the Crit Series)
1st = 25 points
2nd = 20 points
3rd = 18 points
4th = 16 points
5th = 14 points
6th = 12 points
7th = 10 points
8th = 8 points
9th = 6 points
10th = 4 points
11th = 2 points
Everyone else = 1 point

Sunday, June 7th - Jonesville Road Race - 8:00AM:
1st = 50 points
2nd = 45 points
3rd = 40 points
4th = 35 points
5th = 30 points
6th = 25 points
7th = 20 points
8th = 18 points
9th = 16 points
10th = 14 points
11th = 12 points
12th = 10 points
13th = 8 points
14th = 6 points
15th = 4 points
Everyone else = 3 points

RULES:
And Finally - ANY rider participating in ALL 3 Stages receives an additional 10 points.
Do you have to do all the stages in order to compete in the Omnium?? No - you can even do just one event and your points will still be calculated and counted in the overall. And REMEMBER - Safety comes before bragging rights, so be careful!!!
As always, the Director reserves the right to DQ anyone deemed cheating, unsafe or unsportsmanlike(no worries - just be cool like always and all will be good!!).
Tie-Breaker - If, by chance, it comes down to a TIE after the last stage of the Omnium, the highest placed finisher (of the tied competitors) in the Jonesville Road Race will be declared the Overall Winner of the Rumpstomper Omnium.

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA

Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial Results................

Hi Everyone!! We had 10 riders take part in yesterday morning's Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - this was also the 1st Time Trial in the 4-Race Chico Downhill Time Trial Series! Thank you ALL for coming out to this one yesterday!! And I would like to give a tremendous Thank You to Lori Cox for coming out to start the riders yesterday on Neal Road!! Thank you Lori!!

Okay, below are the Combined Results from yesterday's Neal Road Downhill Time Trial, followed by the Category Results and the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Downhill Time Trial Series. There are still 3 Events left in the Downhill Time Trial Series - The Pentz Road Downhill TT in July, the Forest Ranch Downhill TT in July and the Cohasset Downhill TT in late August.

COMBINED RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL - JUNE 6TH, 2009:
1. Jeff Galland 10:45
2. James Plummer 11:07
3. Jeff Ochs 11:11
4. Jim Mensching 12:13
4. Tony Mainz 12:13
6. Tom Embree 12:22
7. Frank Marinello 12:48
8. Walt Schafer 13:15
9. Skip Lees 13:26
10. Alex Albrecht 13:31

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL - JUNE 6th, 2009:


CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL:
1. Jeff Galland 10:45 (20 points + 1 = 21 points)
2. James Plummer 11:07 (18 points + 1 = 19 points)
3. Jeff Ochs 11:11 (16 points + 1 = 17 points)

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL:
1. Jim Mensching 12:13 (20 points + 1 = 21 points)
1. Tony Mainz 12:13 (20 points + 1 = 21 points)
3. Tom Embree 12:22 (16 points + 1 = 17 points)
4. Frank Marinello 12:48 (14 points + 1 = 15 points)
5. Walt Schafer 13:15 (12 points + 1 = 13 points)
6. Skip Lees 13:26 (10 points + 1 = 11 points)
7. Alex Albrecht 13:31 (8 points + 1 = 9 points)


CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL SERIES:

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL:
1. Jeff Galland 21 points
2. James Plummer 19 points
3. Jeff Ochs 17 points

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM NEAL ROAD DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL:
1. Jim Mensching 21 points
1. Tony Mainz 21 points
3. Tom Embree 17 points
4. Frank Marinello 15 points
5. Walt Schafer 13 points
6. Skip Lees 11 points
7. Alex Albrecht 9 points

AND - THE 2009 CHICO DOWNHILL TIME TRIAL SERIES INFORMATION IS BELOW:

1. We will be using just 4 Events used for this Series:

--The Neal Road Downhill Time Trial - Completed!
--The Pentz Road Downhill Time Trial - July
--The Forest Ranch Downhill Time Trial - July
--The Cohasset Downhill Time Trial - August

2. ALL riders must sign in this year at the start of EACH event - There will be a small table at the Start/Finish location - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins normally start 30 minutes before the event takes place and closes about 1-2 minutes before the event starts. RAIN OR WET ROADS WILL CANCEL/POSTPONE THESE DOWNHILL EVENTS.

3. There will normally be 2 Categories racing at the Downhill Time Trials - the Category "A" Event and the Category "B" Event. If there are enough racers to warrant a separate category, we will make that happen as well - so tell your friends! This will be conducted like a normal Time Trial - riders will start individually and will start in 1-Minute Intervals.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Downhill training/riding a shot! They're GREAT fun!!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 20 points goes to the winner, 18 points goes to 2nd place, 16 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the 2009 Chico DOWNHILL Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you.

7. Although the races are advertised as having 2 Categories out on the course - Category A and Category B - the Series itself has more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Category "B" Men
And any others if there are enough riders!

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy - as of NOW. We will ADD Categories if enough riders show up out there - so tell your friends!! If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event - this would have to be completely obvious to the Race Director).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these DOWNHILL Time Trials in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - try not to use colorful language out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race at the finish line and so forth. ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these DOWNHILL Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Today's Jonesville Road Race Results..................

Hi Everyone!! Well, we had great weather today for the Jonesville Road Race this morning - 35.5 Miles and 6,300 feet of climbing under slightly cloudy skies and cool temps - and we had quite the turnout! This one proved to be quite epic in terms of local races, so it will most certainly be making an apperance on the calendar again. Thank you ALL for coming out to this event today - it was great seeing all of you out there giving it your best on this very long hill!

The next event in the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series is next Saturday's Messilla Valley Circuit Race - June 13th!

For some photos and videos of today's Jonesville Event, please visit:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/chicovelo/

Below are the Combined Results from today's Jonesville Road Race, followed by the Category Results from this morning's race........and below that are the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series. Today's event was Race #2 in the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series and was considered to be an Hors Category Event - meaning 35 points to the winner, 30 for 2nd, 28 for 3rd and so on. Our current leaders in each category for this Series are: Rich Thurman for Category "A", Forough Molina for the Women's Category and Charlie Pelton for Category "B".

COMBINED RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 7th JONESVILLE ROAD RACE:
1. Rich Thurman 2:06:06
2. Greg Golet 2:08:33
3. Paul McIntyre 2:08:37
4. Mike Smith 2:08:47
5. Alex Blease 2:09:08
6. Brad Foster 2:10:38
7. Jim Roberts 2:10:46
8. Kevin Speacht 2:15:53
9. Randy Moon 2:22:03
10. Josh Bullock 2:27:01
11. Mark Bloom 2:30:10 (1st Place in Category B!)
12. Ken Petruzzelli 2:31:25
13. Charlie Pelton 2:32:41
14. Matt Carlson 2:33:40
15. Steve Kodad 2:39:33
16. Mike Crumm 2:41:23
17. Forough Molina 2:41:30 (1st Place Woman!!!)
18. Greg Watkins 2:42:15
19. Elizabeth Brent 2:45:17 (2nd Place Woman!!!)
20. Bill Brent 2:52:29
21. Kristen Schonauer 3:10:12 (3rd Place Woman!!!)
22. Jim Mensching 3:24:35
23. Skip Lees 3:41:12
24. Mike Candela 3:47:48

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 7th JONESVILLE ROAD RACE:

Category "A" Men:
1. Rich Thurman 2:06:06 (35 points + 4 = 39 points)
2. Greg Golet 2:08:33 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
3. Paul McIntyre 2:08:37 (28 points + 4 = 32 points)
4. Mike Smith 2:08:47 (26 points + 4 = 30 points)
5. Alex Blease 2:09:08 (24 points + 4 = 28 points)
6. Brad Foster 2:10:38 (22 points + 4 = 26 points)
7. Jim Roberts 2:10:46 (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
8. Kevin Speacht 2:15:53 (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
9. Randy Moon 2:22:03 (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
10. Josh Bullock 2:27:01 (14 points + 4 = 18 points)

Women's Category:
1. Forough Molina 2:41:30 (35 points + 4 = 39 points)
2. Elizabeth Brent 2:45:17 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
3. Kristen Schonauer 3:10:12 (28 points + 4 = 32 points)

Category "B" Men:
1. Mark Bloom 2:30:10 (35 points + 4 = 39 points)
2. Ken Petruzzelli 2:31:25 (30 points + 4 = 34 points)
3. Charlie Pelton 2:32:41 (28 points + 4 = 32 points)
4. Matt Carlson 2:33:40 (26 points + 4 = 30 points)
5. Steve Kodad 2:39:33 (24 points + 4 = 28 points)
6. Mike Crumm 2:41:23 (22 points + 4 = 26 points)
7. Greg Watkins 2:42:15 (20 points + 4 = 24 points)
8. Bill Brent 2:52:29 (18 points + 4 = 22 points)
9. Jim Mensching 3:24:35 (16 points + 4 = 20 points)
10. Skip Lees 3:41:12 (14 points + 4 = 18 points)
11. Mike Candela 3:47:48 (12 points + 4 = 16 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES:

Current Overall Standings for Category "A" Men:
1. Rich Thurman 61 points
2. Kevin Speacht 51 points
3. Brad Foster 50 points
4. Greg Golet 34 points
5. Paul McIntyre 32 points
6. Mike Smith 30 points
7. Alex Blease 28 points
8. Jim Roberts 24 points
9. Randy Moon 20 points
9. Aren Timmel 20 points
11. Josh Bullock 18 points
11. Tyler Honeyman 18 points
13. Mike Castaldo 16 points
14. Sean Molina 14 points
15. Charlie Dawson 12 points
16. Rob Bishop 10 points
17. Mike Painter 8 points
18. Joe Shelburne 6 points

Women's Category:
1. Forough Molina 63 points
2. Elizabeth Brent 34 points
3. Kristen Schonauer 32 points
4. Kim Agur 29 points
5. Grace Twedt 22 points
6. Darlene Henderson 20 points
7. Mary Reyes 18 points

Category "B" Men:
1. Charlie Pelton 54 points
2. Michael Crumm 46 points
3. Mark Bloom 39 points
4. Ken Petruzzelli 34 points
5. Matt Carlson 30 points
6. Denny McKenney 29 points
7. Steve Kodad 28 points
8. Greg Watkins 24 points
8. Tom Embree 24 points
10. Bill Brent 22 points
11. Jim Mensching 20 points
12. Skip Lees 18 points
12. Preben Nielsen 18 points
14. Mike Candela 16 points
14. Dan Spencer 16 points

2009 CHICO ROAD R.A.C.E. SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's various Chico Road Races, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but this time, they will ALSO be in a "Series" format. For those curious, the approximate definition of "Bicycle Road Races" can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_bicycle_racing

This Series will go from Saturday, May 30th through mid-September 2009......just before the Henleyville Road Race on September 19th, 2009! Most of these races will be starting at either 8:00AM or 9:00AM on the weekends - but some could be as early as 7:00AM.......and others starting as late as 10:00AM(highly unlikely).

Why have this event???

Looking at cycle racing from an international view, "road racing" is one of the most prestigious aspects of bicycle racing. The greatest racing champions in the hisotry of our great sport - Eddy Merckx, Lance Armstrong, Bernard Hinault, Fausto Coppi, Greg LeMond, Miguel Indurain, Gino Bartali - the list goes on and on and on. These riders were great "road racing" champions. The road race itself requires great stamina, strength, speed, skill and sense to win - or to place. To win a road race - or place highly in a road race consistently - is the epitome of a great cycle racing champion. This contest will track the most consistent riders in the area for road racing. The winner of this event will have a great opportunity for bragging rights - plus, they'll win the Series Championship Trophy!!

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series:

1. We will be using a variety of courses for this Series - including some flat courses, very hilly courses, somewhat hilly courses, circuit race courses(no Crits) and so forth. The idea is to get a variety of course profiles going for the Series to test the riders a bit. Next year - 2010 - this Series will also be starting much earlier in the year in order to get a feel for different weather conditions as well.

2. ALL riders must sign in this year at the start of EACH event - There will be a small table at the Start/Finish location - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins normally start 30 minutes before the event takes place and closes about 1-2 minutes before the event starts. Rain or wet weather will normally not cancel the events. However, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, may cancel some of the Road Races due to hazardous air quality.

3. There will normally be 2 Categories racing at the Road Races - the Category "A" Event and the Category "B" Event. However, EACH Series Category will be picked separately(Women's, Women's Masters, Men's Masters, Juniors, etc.). Category "A" races will normally start first, with the Category "B" races starting a couple of minutes later. If there are enough racers to have a separate category start after the "B" event, we will make that happen as well.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Road Race training/riding a shot! They're a GREAT workout!!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 25-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1, with an additional 4 points being given to each participant at each event. So, 25 points goes to the winner, 20 points goes to 2nd place, 18 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 4 more points just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. If one race proves particularly harsh.........ex. - the Jonesville Road Race on June 7th..............the point breakdown MAY be increased(35 to the winner, 30 to 2nd and so forth). IN ADDITION - It is quite possible that some of the Mini-Road-Races held during the week MAY be counted towards the Overall Title, but with fewer points (think.......5 to the winner, 4 to 2nd, 3 to 3rd and so on.....with NO point bonuses for competing).

7. Although the races are advertised as having 2 Categories out on the course - Category A and Category B - the Series itself has more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Category "B" Men
And any others if there are enough riders!

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy - as of NOW. We will ADD Categories if enough riders show up out there - so tell your friends!! If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event - this would have to be completely obvious to the Race Director).

In addition, trophies will normally be given out at EACH event for the winners in various categories............depending upon the budget of the Race Director.

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Road R.A.C.E.s in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - try not to use colorful language out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race at the finish line and so forth. ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Road Race events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Road Race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Yesterday's 2 Time Trial Results..................

The Race Of Truth x 2 yesterday! We had quite a few folks take part in the Morning(6am) and Evening(6pm) 10-Mile Time Trials yesterday, and we have some changes in the Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series! Thank you ALL for coming out to these two events!!

Next Thursday - June 11th - we are headed back to Aguas Frias Road for the 10-Mile Time Trial - but note.......there will be NO Thursday morning TT next Thursday(sorry.....didn't work into my schedule).

Results from yesterday's 2 events and the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series are below:

COMBINED RESULTS FOR THE JUNE 4th RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - PM EDITION:
1. Steve Vickery 22:16
2. Jeff Ochs 24:44 (New PR!)
3. Hal Tacker 26:56
4. Kenny Price 26:59
5. Clay Johnson 27:03
6. Tom Murphy 27:12
7. Joanne Gilchrist 27:19 (1st Place Woman!!!)
8. Elizabeth Brent 27:20
9. Joaquin Garcia 27:25
10. Kerry Maxwell 27:38
11. Bill Brent 27:59
12. Kim Lange 30:42
13. Darlene Henderson 32:11
14. Megan Murphy 33:57
15. Lorna Andrette 34:05
16. Mary Reyes 36:21
17. Margaret Bomberg 38:24
18. Megan Kurtz 38:48

COMBINED RESULTS FOR THE JUNE 4th RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - AM EDITION:
1. Jim Greenlee 25:08
2. Josh Rowe 25:43
3. Jim Mensching 28:57

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JUNE 4th RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - PM EDITION:

CATEGORY "A" MEN:
1. Steve Vickery 22:16 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Jeff Ochs 24:44 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
1. Joanne Gilchrist 27:19 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Kim Lange 30:42 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Megan Murphy 33:57 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Mary Reyes 36:21 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)
5. Megan Kurtz 38:48 (2 points + 2 = 4 points)

JUNIOR WOMEN'S CATEGORY:
No Competitors. :(

WOMEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Elizabeth Brent 27:20 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Darlene Henderson 32:11 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Margaret Bomberg 38:24 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)

CATEGORY "B" MEN:
1. Joaquin Garcia 27:25 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Hal Tacker 26:56 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Kenny Price 26:59 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Clay Johnson 27:03 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Tom Murphy 27:12 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Kerry Maxwell 27:38 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Bill Brent 27:59 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)

JUNIOR MEN'S CATEGORY:
No Competitors. :(

MERCKX CATEGORY:
1. Kenny Price 26:59 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)
2. Clay Johnson 27:03 (8 points + 2 = 10 points)
3. Tom Murphy 27:12 (6 points + 2 = 8 points)
4. Joaquin Garcia 27:25 (4 points + 2 = 6 points)
5. Bill Brent 27:59 (2 points + 2 = 4 points)

CATEGORY RESULTS FROM JUNE 4th RIVER ROAD 10-MILE TIME TRIAL - AM EDITION:

MEN'S MASTERS 45+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Greenlee 25:08 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S CATEGORY "A":
1. Josh Rowe 25:43 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

MEN'S MASTERS 55+ CATEGORY:
1. Jim Mensching 28:57 (10 points + 2 = 12 points)

CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS IN THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

Category "A" Men
1. Steve Vickery 60 points
2. Jeff Ochs 40 points
3. David Albrecht 38 points
4. Paul McIntyre 30 points
5. Ken Petruzzelli 24 points
6. Tim Olson 16 points
7. Josh Rowe 15 points
8. Rich Thurman 12 points
8. Jeff Galland 12 points
10. Greg Watkins 8 points
10. Weston Crumm 8 points
10. Jeff Tse 8 points
13. Anthony Ferretti 3 points

Women's Category
1. Joanne Gilchrist 58 points
2. Michelle Nye 40 points
3. Margaret Jones 34 points
4. Katelyn Nye 22 points
5. Kim Lange 14 points
6. Michelle Rossman 12 points
7. Megan Murphy 11 points
8. Mary Reyes 9 points
9. Caryn Jones 8 points
10. Megan Kurtz 7 points
11. Christine Lewis 3 points
12. Claudia Avalos 3 points

Junior Women's Category:
1. Katelyn Nye 32 points
2. Margaret Jones 24 points

Women's Masters 45+ Category
1. Jeanne O'regan 60 points
2. Darlene Henderson 32 points
2. Kim Agur 32 points
4. Elizabeth Brent 20 points
5. Mary Ann Bachus 18 points
6. Sue Kamrar 12 points
7. Margaret Bomberg 11 points
8. Janine Rood 10 points
9. Lorna Andrette 6 points
9. Teresa Long 6 points
11. Leslie Clavey 4 points

Category "B" Men
1. David Dura 72 points
2. Jeff Nye 36 points
3. Joaquin Garcia 24 points
4. Michael Dufresne 20 points
5. Brooks Biertumpfel 16 points
6. Matt Carlson 12 points
7. Jeff Via 10 points
7. Pat Beckley 10 points
9. Shawn Hughes 8 points
10. Jeff Davis 6 points

Men's Masters 45+ Category
1. Jim Greenlee 96 points
2. Tom Murphy 66 points
3. Kenny Price 20 points
4. Hal Tacker 12 points
5. Joe Sanders 10 points
5. Charlie Pelton 10 points
7. Clay Johnson 8 points
7. Clayton Anderson 8 points

Men's Masters 55+ Category
1. Jim Mensching 90 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 48 points
3. Skip Lees 36 points
4. James Gilchrist 16 points
5. Kerry Maxwell 12 points
6. Bill Brent 10 points
6. Walt Schafer 10 points
8. Gary Fowler 8 points

Junior Men's Category:
1. Ben Mallory 46 points
2. Jesse Mallory 42 points
3. Kevin Nye 18 points
4. Darius Vixie 16 points
5. Bernie Huffrogge 9 points
6. Anthony Costello 8 points
7. Jonny Pierson 6 points
8. Nicolas King 4 points
9. Jeff Weisener 3 points
10. Johnny Borg 3 points

Merckx Division:
1. Tom Murphy 41 points
2. Mike Trowbridge 34 points
3. Ben Mallory 26 points
3. Jeff Nye 26 points
5. Kenny Price 22 points
6. Joaquin Garcia 16 points
6. Jesse Mallory 16 points
8. Matt Carlson 12 points
8. Skip Lees 12 points
8. Tim Olson 12 points
8. Weston Crumm 12 points
12. Clay Johnson 10 points
12. Joe Sanders 10 points
12. Jeff Via 10 points
12. Michael Dufresne 10 points
12. David Albrecht 10 points
17. Kevin Nye 9 points
18. Gary Fowler 8 points
19. Darius Vixie 6 points
19. Bernie Huffrogge 6 points
21. Bill Brent 4 points
22. Clayton Anderson 3 points
23. Anthony Costello 3 points
24. Jonny Pierson 3 points
25. Nicolas King 3 points
26. Jeff Weisener 3 points
27. Johnny Borg 3 points

INFORMATION REGARDING THE 2009 CHICO 10-MILE TIME TRIAL SERIES:

1. There will be more than 1 course used for this year's 10-Mile Time Trial Series. The courses will be scattered around the Chico area - Chico River Road, River Road, Aguas Frias Road, 7-Mile Lane, Lassen Road, Meridian Road and others to be announced as the weeks go on. The idea is to get a feel for the various 10-Mile TT routes around the area.....and just to challenge yourself a bit! Many of these Time Trials will be on Thursday evenings at 6:00PM - however, there may be a few that are thrown in on a different weeknight - or on the weekend. ALL of these Time Trials will be flat to fairly flat. Most of the Thursday Night 10-Mile Time Trials WILL count towards the Series Overall Standings. (There will be a 25-Mile TT Series, as well as a 6-Mile TT Series, announced soon).

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - Like all the events so far this year, you just need to sign in at the start in order to enter the event. And, as usual in these Time Trials, we will be going in 1-minute Intervals. Again, donations are always accepted and appreciated - but all of the events are FREE!

3. Rain and Wind will not cancel the Time Trials, unless specified by the Race Director. However, crudy air conditions(ex. - last year's Humboldt Fire) will cancel them.

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!! AND - Yes, Aero Equipment is allowed!! So.....wear an aero helmet!! Or just a regular one!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give one or two of these events a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 20 to 45 minute 10-Mile Time Trial! And it's just you against the clock!!

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in this particular Series(makes it easier for the promoter - sorry!). The point breakdown is as follows: 10-8-6-4-2-1-1-1-1, with an additional 2 points being given to each participant who completes each event. So, 10 points goes to the winner, 8 points goes to 2nd place, 6 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........everyone who finishes 6th or beyond gets 1-point for completing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico 10-MIle Time Trial Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Points will be broken down by Category. Once you enter and finish an event, you are entered in the Series.

7. The following Categories are eligible for a Series Championship Trophy:

Merckxian Category - NO aero equipment!
Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 45+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 45+ Category
Men's Masters 55+ Category
Junior Men
Junior Women
(If the numbers allow it, more Categories will be added!) (Can not enter more than 2 Categories per event).

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event). And, as usual, the Series Organizer reserves the right to re-classify you at any time(within reason and with plenty of notice though.....this isn't the UCI!!!)

8. Finally, remember - these Time Trial events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned race at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

9. Some articles on 10-Mile Time Trial Training & History:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Individual_time_trial

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/timetrials/training-for-a-10-mile-time-trial/

http://www.addiscombe.org/time_trial/time_trial.htm

http://www.bike-tt.clanwest.com/history.htm

http://www.flammerouge.je/content/3_factsheets/constant/ttstrat.htm

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

REVISED Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial Start Location.................

Hi Everyone!!! After careful thought, the Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial tomorrow morning has a NEW START LOCATION! The new starting location is at the intersection of Indian Springs Road & Neal Road. This is down the road a ways from the Skyway, and will take you away from the Paradise neighborhoods at the top of Neal Road. Parking is limited, so ride your bike to the start if you can! Here is a map of the new course - it is now 6.5 miles in length and drops approximately 1,100 feet - and will allow you to really cruise(but please be careful too!):

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/REVISED-Neal-Road-Downhill-Time-Trial

Saturday, June 6th - Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM - Registration will open at 8:30am at the intersection of Indian Springs Road and Neal Road for this Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial. The first rider will go off at 9:01AM and we will go in 1-minute intervals. The course is approximately 6.5 miles in length and drops approximately 1,100 feet. Finish is at the bottom, well before reaching Hwy. 99. One note - RAIN WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT! A map of this course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/REVISED-Neal-Road-Downhill-Time-Trial . (Race #1 in the Chico Downhill TT Series) (Race #1 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Jonesville Road Race this Sunday...............

Sunday, June 7th - Jonesville Road Race - 8:00AM - Trophy Event - Registration will open at 7:30am at the bottom of Humboldt Road here in Chico(right next to Stilson Canyon Road), with the Category "A" group starting promptly at 8:00AM - and the Category "B" group starting at 8:02AM. Women's, Juniors and Masters racers may start together, but will be scored separately. Trophies awarded to the 1st Place finishers in each category, assuming we have enough trophies available. This event is bound to be a classic - 35.5 miles and climbs almost 6,200 feet from Chico to the Parking Lot up in Jonesville, California(a few miles past Butte Meadows). Same distance as the Messilla Valley Circuit Race.......but with almost twice as much climbing. I will be in the SAG Vehicle for support, water, breakdowns, whatever might be needed - and will be going back and forth on the course if there is a problem. I will have water at the finish, but may not be able to give anyone a ride back to town.......so come prepared!! A map of this course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Jonesville-Road-Race-June-2009 (Race #2 in the Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series - and will be a Cat. 1 big-point event for the Series) (Final Race in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Rain or Wet Pavement................

Hi Everyone!! Well, with this crazy weather going on, I have NO idea what it's going to be like this weekend at this point in time. However, I wanted to let you know that if it IS raining or if the pavement is quite wet, it is possible that one or both of the Saturday R.A.C.E. Events MAY be postponed - just wanted to give you a head's up, just in case:

Saturday, June 6th - Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM - Registration will open at 8:30am at the top of Neal Road(near the intersection with the Skyway) for this Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial. The first rider will go off at 9:01AM and we will go in 1-minute intervals. The course is approximately 8.3 miles in length and drops approximately 1,400 feet. Finish is at the bottom, well before reaching Hwy. 99. One note - RAIN WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT! A map of this course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Neal-Road-Downhill-Time-Trial . (Race #1 in the Chico Downhill TT Series) (Race #1 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Saturday, June 6th - Airport LONG-course Criterium(using the 1-Mile course for this afternoon Criterium) - 6:00PM - We'll be using the NEW Criterium Course for this event - the 1-Mile Chico Airport Long-Course. Registration will open at 5:45pm for this one, with the Start at 6:00pm. The course Starts & Finishes on Marauder Street.......over by the old Koret building on the north end of the Airport. A map of this course can be found here: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Airport-Criterium-Long-Course . This event DOES count towards the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. Expect lots of Point Primes AND Bear Bucks!!!! This new course has a little elevation gain to it as well - not much, but just enough to feel it. Category "A" will go for 45 Minutes PLUS 3 laps(remember - the course is 1-mile in length). Category "B" will go for 40 Minutes PLUS 3 laps. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! RAIN OR WET PAVEMENT WILL CANCEL THIS EVENT!! (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series!) (Race #2 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

2 Chico Time Trials Tomorrow.....................

6:00AM Thursday, June 4th - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - Beat the heat!!! YES, an early morning version to get your workout in before the day begins!!! Registration will open at 5:45am, with the first rider going off at 6:01am. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. This classic Chico Time Trial course has been used for the last 29+ years. Come on out before work and give this one a shot! WORD OF WARNING - to quote Elmer Fudd, we will be vewy vewy quiet!!! An extremely rough draft of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/River-Road-10-Mile-TT-Course (yes, the course is really 10 miles, not 9.9). And if you look at the Elevation Profile......it might tell you why coming back always seems a bit tougher than going out! (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!)

6:00 PM Thursday, June 4th - River Road 10-Mile Time Trial - Registration opens at 5:40pm, with the first rider going off at 6:01pm. We will go in 1-minute intervals for this 5-miles out, 5-miles back, all-flat Time Trial. This classic Chico Time Trial course has been used for the last 29+ years. Come on out after work and give this one a shot! An extremely rough draft of this course can be found here - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/River-Road-10-Mile-TT-Course (yes, the course is really 10 miles, not 9.9). And if you look at the Elevation Profile......it might tell you why coming back always seems a bit tougher than going out! (Part of the 2009 Chico 10-Mile Time Trial Series!)

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

Last Night's Chico Airport Criterium Results...............

WOW - what a great night of racing last night out at the Chico Airport Criterium - and what a turnout too!!! Thank you ALL for coming out to this one - all the racers and spectators - that was a lot of fun!!! Thank you ALL!!

The racing action was really smooth out there last night - and the NEW Category "C" race at 7:00pm was a total blast!!! It looks like Category "C" will be here to stay, with some good riding out there, and tons of learning about Criterium riding/racing. I would like to give a HUGE Thank You to the following riders for mentoring all the riders in the "C" Category race last night: David Albrecht, Jeff Ochs, Kevin Speacht, Geno Gruber, Tom Embree, Shawn Hughes, Charlie Pelton and Brad Foster. Y'all rock!!!

Below are the Category Results from last night's event, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. REMEMBER also - the standings are always Preliminary for the first 24 hours after "posting" - so if you see an addition, subtraction, correction, deletion or any other "tions", please let me know!

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 2nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Tim Creswell (7 points + 4 Prime Points + 1 = 12 points)
2. David Albrecht (5 points + 3 Prime Points + 1 = 9 points)
3. Greg Golet (4 points + 12 Prime Points + 1 = 17 points)
4. Mike Smith (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Kevin Speacht (2 points + 14 Prime Points + 1 = 17 points)
6. Jeff Ochs (1 point + 1 = 2 points)
Pack Finish:
Evan Carroll 1 point
Brad Foster 1 point
Ryan Olson 1 point

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 2nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Scott Heather (7 points + 5 Prime Points + 1 = 13 points)
2. Matt Itamura (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Joe Schlesinger (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Frank Marinello (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Shawn Hughes (2 points + 8 Prime Points + 1 = 11 points)
6. Tom Embree (1 point + 13 Prime Points + 1 = 15 points)
7. BJ LaRossa 1 point
8. Christopher Cook (3 Prime Points + 1 = 4 points)
9. Clay Johnson (4 Prime Points + 1 = 5 points)
10. Charlie Pelton 1 point
11. Jon Keyzer 1 point
12. Jim Mensching 1 point
13. Dan Spencer 1 point
Pack Finish:
Charlie Geshekter 1 point
Gary Fowler 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 2nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Lisa Martens (7 points + 7 Prime Points + 1 = 15 points)
2. Tracy Berman (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Christa Ritchey (4 points + 2 Prime Points + 1 = 7 points)
4. Jenn Gruber (3 points + 1 Prime Point + 1 = 5 points)
Pack Finish:
Shirley Huffman 1 point
Peggy Selkirk 1 point
Lori Cox 1 point

CATEGORY "C" RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 2nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Brooks Biertempfel
2. Joshua Pasos
3. Jim Mensching
4. David Brewer
5. Amy Dawson
6. Clayton Anderson

JUNIOR CATEGORY RESULTS FROM THE JUNE 2nd CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Ben Geise
2. Davis Foster

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 178 points
2. David Albrecht 167 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 99 points
4. Mike Smith 77 points
5. Roy Steves 75 points
6. Alex Blease 68 points
7. Greg Golet 67 points
8. Mike Cordova 48 points
9. Kevin Speacht 45 points
10. Tim Creswell 40 points
11. Paul Sajben 39 points
12. Michael Jasinski 33 points
13. James Plummer 29 points
14. Jeff Ochs 24 points
14. Steve Vickery 24 points
16. Margaret Jones 23 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
16. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
18. Pedro Brown 19 points
19. Mike Painter 17 points
20. Brad Foster 16 points
21. Ryan Olson 11 points
21. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
21. Michael Dufresne 11 points
24. Aren Timmel 10 points
24. Rob Bishop 10 points
26. Charlie Dawson 9 points
26. Kyle Hartelt 9 points
28. Ethan Black 8 points
28. Paul McIntyre 8 points
30. Evan Carroll 7 points
30. Ben Bryant 7 points
30. Geno Gruber 7 points
30. Josh Bullock 7 points
30. Dave Berman 7 points
35. Weston Crumm 5 points
35. Greg Melton 5 points
37. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
37. Jesse Rushing 4 points
39. CJ Humphries 3 points
39. Randy Moon 3 points
39. Mike Castaldo 3 points
39. Kenny Price 3 points
43. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
44. David Kyle 1 point
45. Scott Heather 1 point
46. Jim Clark 1 point
47. Morgan Bonar 1 point
48. Dain Melton 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point
51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 236 points
2. Tom Embree 135 points
3. Matt Itamura 130 points
4. Charlie Pelton 112 points
5. Michael Dufresne 60 points
6. Frank Marinello 50 points
7. Mike Crumm 46 points
8. Scott Heather 40 points
9. David Klein 31 points
10. Joe Schlesinger 28 points
11. Denny McKenney 17 points
12. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
12. Jim Clark 16 points
12. David Weathers 16 points
15. Colin Moakley 15 points
16. Dain Melton 14 points
17. Jim Mensching 11 points
18. Samuel Bransky 10 points
18. Ray Bransky 10 points
20. Clay Johnson 9 points
20. Tom Murphy 9 points
20. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
23. BJ LaRossa 8 points
24. Christopher Cook 7 points
24. Matt Carlson 7 points
26. Kareem Speake 6 points
27. Sandy Speake 5 points
27. Adam Tischler 5 points
27. Jeff Ochs 5 points
30. Gary Fowler 4 points
30. John Wiesinger 4 points
30. David Dura 4 points
30. Brian Strukan 4 points
34. Joshua Pasos 3 points
34. Derek Moffitt 3 points
34. Darrin Reichel 3 points
34. James Gilchrist 3 points
34. Jeff Davis 3 points
34. Jon Kayzer 3 points
40. Steve Kodad 2 points
40. Mark Hendry 2 points
42. Dan Spencer 1 point
43. Charlie Geshekter 1 point
44. James Hefner 1 point
45. Clay Johnson 1 point
46. Skip Lees 1 point
47. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
48. Shawn Fisher 1 point
49. John D'Ewart 1 point
50. Johnny Jones 1 point
51. Walt Schafer 1 point
52. Greg Melton 1 point
53. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Lisa Martens 57 points
2. Margaret Jones 49 points
3. Tracy Berman 33 points
4. Jenn Gruber 27 points
5. Janine Rood 20 points
6. Christa Ritchey 14 points
7. Morgan Bonar 12 points
8. Caryn Jones 10 points
9. Amy Dawson 2 points
9. Shirley Huffman 2 points
11. Lori Cox 1 point
12. Peggy Selkirk 1 point
13. Teresa Kludt 1 point
14. Kristen Schonauer 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

2009 Rumpstomper Omnium.....................

Hi Everyone!! This weekend, we have a little Omnium going on called the Rumpstomper Omnium (named after the infamous mountain bike race in Annadel State Park in the 1980s). Hope you can make one, two or all three stages - whatever you would like to do! Details below:

Stages of the 2009 Rumpstomper Omnium:

Saturday, June 6th - Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM (Race #1 in the Chico Downhill TT Series) (Race #1 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Saturday, June 6th - Chico Airport LONG-Course Criterium - 6:00PM - (Part of the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series) (Race #2 in Rumpstomper Omnium)

Sunday, June 7th - Jonesville Road Race - 8:00AM - Trophy Event - (Race #2 in the Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series) (Final Race in Rumpstomper Omnium)

How does it work??? Okay, in this scenario, an Omnium is just a stage race using points rather than time - and you do not have to complete one stage in order to do the next stage. You garner points for each stage depending upon how you did in the stage.......and, again, in this particular case.........the MOST points wins(many Omniums reverse this and have the least amount of points winning). There WILL be a Category "A" and Category "B" - you must tell me at the start of your first stage which Category you are entering.......and no downgrades during the Omnium once you're in. Categories may be combined, changed or eliminated if not enough folks come out. Most USCF rules will apply to ALL stages - including WEAR YOUR HELMET, don't ride too much like a lunatic, and so on and so forth. Please read the section carefully at the bottom of this e-mail for all the rules pertaining to the Omnium. And remember - the only reasons we're doing this Omnium is for fun and fitness......and maybe a little competitiveness too, but nothing over-the-top please! Ride safe, have fun, try something new and challenge yourself. Anyone doing any of the stages is automatically entered in the Omnium..........but consistency in the events will be key to winning the Overall. The Rumpstomper Omnium Champion Medals will be awarded to the winner in each Category of the Omnium. The following Categories will be awarded medals:

Men's Category "A"
Men's Category "B"
Women's Category
Women's Masters 50+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category
And any other Category if enough folks show up!

The Point Breakdown for EACH stage:

Saturday, June 6th - Neal Road DOWNHILL Time Trial - 9:00AM:
1st = 25 points
2nd = 20 points
3rd = 18 points
4th = 16 points
5th = 14 points
6th = 12 points
7th = 10 points
8th = 8 points
9th = 6 points
10th = 4 points
11th = 2 points
Everyone else = 1 point

Saturday, June 6th - Chico Airport LONG-COURSE Criterium - 6:00PM:
(Prime Points do NOT count towards the Omnium.....but DO count towards the Crit Series)
1st = 25 points
2nd = 20 points
3rd = 18 points
4th = 16 points
5th = 14 points
6th = 12 points
7th = 10 points
8th = 8 points
9th = 6 points
10th = 4 points
11th = 2 points
Everyone else = 1 point

Sunday, June 7th - Jonesville Road Race - 8:00AM:
1st = 50 points
2nd = 45 points
3rd = 40 points
4th = 35 points
5th = 30 points
6th = 25 points
7th = 20 points
8th = 18 points
9th = 16 points
10th = 14 points
11th = 12 points
12th = 10 points
13th = 8 points
14th = 6 points
15th = 4 points
Everyone else = 3 points

RULES:
And Finally - ANY rider participating in ALL 3 Stages receives an additional 10 points.
Do you have to do all the stages in order to compete in the Omnium?? No - you can even do just one event and your points will still be calculated and counted in the overall. And REMEMBER - Safety comes before bragging rights, so be careful!!!
As always, the Director reserves the right to DQ anyone deemed cheating, unsafe or unsportsmanlike(no worries - just be cool like always and all will be good!!).
Tie-Breaker - If, by chance, it comes down to a TIE after the last stage of the Omnium, the highest placed finisher (of the tied competitors) in the Jonesville Road Race will be declared the Overall Winner of the Rumpstomper Omnium.

Rodney.............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA

Category "C" added to tomorrow night's Airport Criterium...........

**** One Note About This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 2nd - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA

Tonight's Chico Airport Criterium Results.............

Below are the Category Results from tonight's event, followed by the Current Overall Standings in the 2009 Chico Airport Criterium Series. REMEMBER also - the standings are always Preliminary for the first 24 hours after "posting" - so if you see an addition, subtraction, correction, deletion or any other "tions", please let me know! Tonight's Airport Criterium was a bit unusual in that we had a shorter event - 40 minutes PLUS 3 laps - and only offered up 3 Primes per Category...........but each Prime was worth 10 points each. We'll definitely be doing another event like this one in future weeks.

****AND - One Final Note - This Tuesday Night's Airport Criterium - June 2nd - will also have a Category "C" race going off at 7:00PM. The "C" race will be 30 minutes + 3 laps. If you are intimidated by the Criterium and/or the speeds out there, this is the Category to get a feel for what's going on without the crazy speeds. No other Category races will be on the course - just Category "C" - so you can get used to the course, etc. The event MAY be mentored as well, depending upon whether ANY Category "A" or highly-ranked Category "B" riders(basically, any top 10 riders in the Current Standings in the "B" Category) are available to mentor. A mentor basically sits in with your group during the race, giving you basic pointers and helpful advice to keep you safe, skilled and sound during the event - and for future events. Mentors must meet with me prior to the event - so, if you would like to volunteer to be a Criterium Mentor, see me at the race on Tuesday Night or e-mail me prior to the Event - lorrod7@comcast.net .

CATEGORY "A" RESULTS FROM THE MAY 31st CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. David Albrecht (7 points + 30 Prime Points + 1 = 38 points)
2. Maggie Jones (5 points + 1 = 6 points)

CATEGORY "B" RESULTS FROM THE MAY 31st CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM:
1. Shawn Hughes (7 points + 30 Prime Points + 1 = 38 points)
2. Matt Itamura (5 points + 1 = 6 points)
3. Samuel Bransky (4 points + 1 = 5 points)
4. Jim Mensching (3 points + 1 = 4 points)
5. Joshua Pasos (2 points + 1 = 3 points)
6. Ray Bransky (1 points + 1 = 2 points)
7. Denny McKenney 1 point
8. Christopher Cook 1 point

2009 CHICO AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES CURRENT OVERALL STANDINGS:

CATEGORY "A" OVERALL:
1. Jeff Galland 178 points
2. David Albrecht 158 points
3. Mike Trowbridge 99 points
4. Roy Steves 75 points
5. Mike Smith 73 points
6. Alex Blease 68 points
7. Greg Golet 50 points
8. Mike Cordova 48 points
9. Paul Sajben 39 points
10. Michael Jasinski 33 points
11. James Plummer 29 points
12. Kevin Speacht 28 points
12. Tim Creswell 28 points
14. Steve Vickery 24 points
15. Margaret Jones 23 points (1st Place Woman in Category "A")
15. Anthony Ferretti 23 points
17. Jeff Ochs 22 points
18. Pedro Brown 19 points
19. Mike Painter 17 points
20. Brad Foster 15 points
21. Tyler Honeyman 11 points
21. Michael Dufresne 11 points
23. Ryan Olson 10 points
23. Aren Timmel 10 points
23. Rob Bishop 10 points
26. Charlie Dawson 9 points
26. Kyle Hartelt 9 points
28. Ethan Black 8 points
28. Paul McIntyre 8 points
30. Ben Bryant 7 points
30. Geno Gruber 7 points
30. Josh Bullock 7 points
30. Dave Berman 7 points
34. Evan Carroll 6 points
35. Weston Crumm 5 points
35. Greg Melton 5 points
37. Jason Ziegenhirt 4 points
37. Jesse Rushing 4 points
39. CJ Humphries 3 points
39. Randy Moon 3 points
39. Mike Castaldo 3 points
39. Kenny Price 3 points
43. Janeen Thorpe 2 points
44. David Kyle 1 point
45. Scott Heather 1 point
46. Jim Clark 1 point
47. Morgan Bonar 1 point
48. Dain Melton 1 point
49. Dan Reymann 1 point
50. Kurt Haskins 1 point
51. Tom Embree 1 point

CATEGORY "B" OVERALL:
1. Shawn Hughes 225 points
2. Matt Itamura 124 points
3. Tom Embree 120 points
4. Charlie Pelton 111 points
5. Michael Dufresne 60 points
6. Mike Crumm 46 points
6. Frank Marinello 46 points
8. David Klein 31 points
9. Scott Heather 27 points
10. Joe Schlesinger 23 points
11. Denny McKenney 17 points
12. Mike Rodriguez 16 points
12. Jim Clark 16 points
12. David Weathers 16 points
15. Colin Moakley 15 points
16. Dain Melton 14 points
17. Samuel Bransky 10 points
17. Jim Mensching 10 points
17. Ray Bransky 10 points
20. Tom Murphy 9 points
20. Rob Glatthaar 9 points
22. BJ LaRossa 7 points
22. Matt Carlson 7 points
24. Kareem Speake 6 points
25. Sandy Speake 5 points
25. Adam Tischler 5 points
25. Jeff Ochs 5 points
28. John Wiesinger 4 points
28. David Dura 4 points
28. Clay Johnson 4 points
28. Brian Strukan 4 points
32. Joshua Pasos 3 points
32. Christopher Cook 3 points
32. Derek Moffitt 3 points
32. Gary Fowler 3 points
32. Darrin Reichel 3 points
32. James Gilchrist 3 points
32. Jeff Davis 3 points
39. Jon Kayzer 2 points
39. Steve Kodad 2 points
39. Mark Hendry 2 points
42. James Hefner 1 point
43. Clay Johnson 1 point
44. Skip Lees 1 point
45. Ken Petruzzelli 1 point
46. Shawn Fisher 1 point
47. John D'Ewart 1 point
48. Johnny Jones 1 point
49. Walt Schafer 1 point
50. Greg Melton 1 point
51. Paul Begbie 1 point

WOMEN'S CATEGORY OVERALL:
1. Margaret Jones 49 points
2. Lisa Martens 42 points
3. Tracy Berman 27 points
4. Jenn Gruber 22 points
5. Janine Rood 20 points
6. Morgan Bonar 12 points
7. Caryn Jones 10 points
8. Christa Ritchey 7 points
9. Amy Dawson 1 point
10. Teresa Kludt 1 point
11. Kristen Schonauer 1 point
12. Shirley Huffman 1 point

AIRPORT CRITERIUM SERIES INFORMATION:

After the great turn-out at last year's Tuesday Night Chico Airport Criterium Series, we're going to be doing them again for 2009......but starting up a bit earlier this year. For those curious, the definition of "Criterium" is here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium

This Series starts up next Tuesday, March 10th and will go through September 15th, 2009......just before our Chico Downtown Criterium on September 20th! Registration normally starts at 5:40pm - with the event starting at 6:00pm.

How does it work???

Okay, here are a few notes for this year's Airport "Crit" Series:

1. We will be using more than 1 course for the Crits this year......including throwing in some lefty-turn Crits to get a feel for those - and some Weekend Criteriums as well. For the time being, we'll be using our standard Tuesday Night righty-turn course starting/finishing at Convair Avenue - http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Chico-Airport-Tuesday-Night-Crit-Course

2. ALL riders must sign in this year - There will be a small table on the sidewalk at the Start/Finish location on Convair Avenue - just sign in at the table and you are good to go! Sign-ins start at 5:40pm - the racing action starts at 6:00pm. We usually end the event by 7pm, at the latest - many times earlier than that - to get home before it gets too dark outside. RAIN AND WET PAVEMENT WILL ALWAYS CANCEL THE CRITERIUMS! In addition, last year we had some tremendous smoke from the Humboldt Fire in this area......which, in turn, would also cancel the Criteriums due to hazardous air quality.

3. The Category "B" races normally go for 45-50 minutes PLUS 3 laps.........while the Category "A" races go for 50-60 minutes PLUS 3 laps. There can be anywhere from 1 to 15+ Primes in the Airport Criteriums......just depends on the mood of the Dictator.....er......I mean, Director. ;)

4. Helmets are MANDATORY! So, please....please.....wear your helmet! Please!!

5. All are welcome - you don't have to do the Series - just come on out and give this Criterium training/riding a shot! It's amazing what kind of workout you can get in during a 45 to 60 minute practice event.

6. Points are used to calculate the Overall Standings in the Series. The point breakdown is as follows: 7-5-4-3-2-1, with an additional 1 point being given to each participant at each event. So, 7 points goes to the winner, 5 points goes to 2nd place, 4 points goes to 3rd place and so on.........in addition to 1 more point just for doing the event. The rider with the MOST points at the end of the Series wins the Overall Title - and the Chico Airport Series Championship Trophy, plus whatever goodies we can give you. Also, Prime points will be given out during each of the Crits - these are just lap prizes......but in this case, the prizes are points. We will also be having some product Primes out there this year!

7. Last year, we had just two categories during the races - Category A and Category B. However, the Series itself has even more Trophy Categories, including:

Category "A" Men
Women's Category
Women's Masters 40+ Category
Category "B" Men
Men's Masters 40+ Category
Men's Masters 50+ Category

These are the Categories which all qualify for a Series Championship Trophy. If nobody - or very few folks are in one category - we may eliminate it and add an additional category where the numbers allow it. As usual, sandbaggers are strongly discouraged ( A Sandbagger would be a Category "A" rider entering a Category "B" event).

8. Although donations to put on these events are always very appreciated and accepted, this Series is FREE - so come on out and take advantage of some, or all, of these Criteriums in 2009!

9. The Race Director reserves the right to DQ any rider for unsafe riding or unsportsmanlike conduct at ANY time. Also, PLEASE - NO colorful language will be used out there - especially with the little kids around watching the race(we have kids out there from ages 2 to 12 watching the racing action)!! ANY rider breaking these rules can be subject to Disqualification from - not only the race - but from the entire Series. So, please - just do what ya always do and just be cool!!!!

10. Finally, remember - these Criterium events are essentially for practice and exercise - we have fun out there and get a great little workout in, and we get to work on some quality cycling skills. But, overall, they're no big whoop....no World Championship/Olympic medals or million dollar contracts on the line. So, with that in mind, just treat 'em as such - a good training event to try some new things, gain some good fitness.....and maybe even get into a "real" sanctioned Criterium at some point in time. Or not. Just have fun with it!! We'll have trophies and hopefully some prizes for the Series winners - and definitely loads of fun....and pain and suffering. ;) But remember - it's all in good fun!

Hope to see you out there!!

Rodney............
Team Chico & R.A.C.E. - Rodney's Amateur Cycling Events
Chico, CA
www.ChicoBike.com

2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series Standings............

Hi Everyone!! We had a great 1st race in the 2009 Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series yesterday, with the Table Mountain Road Race!! Next up is the Jonesville Road Race - Sunday morning, June 7th. This event will count as a Big-Point event, with 35 points going to the winner in each category, 30 to 2nd, 28 to 3rd, and so on. Below are the Category Results from yesterday's Road Race - and below that are the Current Overall Standings in the Chico Road R.A.C.E. Series. Some other upcoming events in this Series are listed below as well:<