We’re only a few short weeks until the pagentry of cyclocross with it’s racing and rituals starts in the Kansas City metro.
The KCOI/Boulevard (yes, the beer) ‘How To’ clinics return to Herman Laird Park in Shawnee under the tutelage of Mike Berning and crew. Note that a Women’s Only Clinic is featured for 2010 in addition to the usual all comers. This is an essential item if you’re new to the sport or need brushing up on skills.
Jef Bishop and the Renaissance Team bring weekly clinics to the Lawrence area at the same venue/facility that previously hosted the Kansas Track (Velodrome) Championships. Another great opportunity.
Adam Mills, along with the Source Endurance and KCCX folks will be hosting a comprehensive one-day clinic on Saturday September 11th, also at the Herman Laird Park. Watch for details on this intensive session taught by some of the top area riders.
For you veterans, note a few rule changes.
The local shops are stocking up for the biggest season ever, with up to 20 local events. Here’s the link for to the Kansas Cycling Association calendar. AND there are a few events not listed yet. The season will run from mid-September to mid-January 2011. Updates are coming soon to each of the 3 local series: Boss Cross, DeStad, and Series60.
Speaking of shops, we have some very supportive advertisers on our localcycling.com pages, all with a commitment to cyclocross (and yes, it’s our fave season). Support the folks that keep us bringing the news, Cycle City, Elite Cycling, Epic Bike and Sport, Family Bicycles, Trek Bicycle Store of KC, Volker Bicycles, and The Wheel Cyclery. Each of these fine shops carry some rockin’ cyclocross bikes and gear.
Watch for some neutral support and wheel rental opportunities at local races brought to you by Reynolds Wheels and Challenge Tires; details on the “Spin It Up” program coming.