Dirt Road Debutante Clinics

We are fortunate to be in the heartland of gravel riding/racing. The calendar features local events nearly year round. We also have some excellent resources to help riders do their best in this challenging discipline. The Dark Early team led by Head Coach Tiffany Burris offers up Women’s Only gravel clinics designed for beginner and… Continue reading Dirt Road Debutante Clinics

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The Special Section

How did “Gravel” blossom into a healthy category of cycling with a full schedule of local (and national) events, specific bikes and gear, and it’s own unique culture? While there are multiple pathways to the popularity of gravel, some of the roots can be found in road bike group rides of the late 80’s and… Continue reading The Special Section

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Road Season 2022 Begins

In an earlier article we discussed whether road racing in our region still has a heartbeat. It does. The first road event of the season, week one of the Tricombe Spring Fling, is scheduled for February 26th. The KCA calendar shows each Saturday through March 26th for the full series. Unfortunately there are no further… Continue reading Road Season 2022 Begins

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Worx Portable Power Washer

We originally purchased a Worx Hydroshot portable power washer for use in the Material Post at cyclo-cross events without a close water supply. The ability to pull water from a bucket (rather than a pressured source) was a critical feature. What we have found it is also a handy tool for home use as well.… Continue reading Worx Portable Power Washer

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Just Riding Along

This is where you will find stories and news items that don’t fall under a specific cycling category. The phrase “just riding along” has a few different meanings. At your local bike shop it can make your mechanic cringe. Particularly if offered up while showing a snapped or mangled component. More so if there are… Continue reading Just Riding Along

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