An Entire New Meaning to September 16, Mexican Independence Day! ~ By Ernie Sanchez
As a Mexican American born and raised in the United States, I always wondered what the difference was between annual celebrations that took place on Cinco de Mayo versus September 16. Either way, one thing was for certain, there was going to be a party! September 16, 2012, turned out to be a little different …
Snow Summit Expands Summertime Operations for Hiking and Mountain Biking
Mountain bikers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts rejoice! On Friday, June 13, Snow Summit will expand its operations for the 2014 summer season by opening for seven days a week. The mountain, which had previously only been open Fridays-Sundays, will maintain daily operations for the remainder of the summer. “We’re excited to expand our hours for …
Photo Gallery & Report: Knobby Time Mountain Bike Series
The second race of the 2014 Knobby Time series at South Hills Park in Glendora. Knobby Time is a MTB XC series more for the beginners to experts in the old systems or cat 2-3 in the new system of all ages who have just started racing. Pro / Cat 1’s tend to race the …
Video: Documentary Featuring Mike Creed and Team SmartStop
AcroVelo has created a documentary series that profiles people who have dedicated their lives to cycling in one way or another. The first installment follows newly retired racer turned SmartStop team director, Mike Creed, at the Philadelphia Cycling Classic. Under Creed’s direction, the SmartStop Team has been turning heads with some big results in 2014, including …
Photo Gallery & Results: CBR Now Energy Bar Criterium
This weekend provided some great racing with the GMR Challenge Time Trial which gave riders a chance to test their legs while going against the clock for nine miles up one of SoCal’s best climbs. In Costa Mesa, the CBR Now Energy Bar Criterium provided the speedsters a fast venue. In the Pro 1-3 race at …
Product Review: fi’zi:k Antares R1 Braided Saddle
Last year I was riding the fi’zi:k Arione saddle during the race season. I found it to be fairly heavy and not as comfortable, so this year I was hesitant when I was given the fi’zi:k Antares R1 Braided saddle to race on. Half way through the season and some 3,200 miles later, I have been …
