race skills clinic

[aicabsolut]

FYI for MABRA area people interesting in road racing:

Introduction to Racing Clinic:
November 2nd/Wheaton MD:

Once again, Artemis will host a very basic road racing clinic to help get you started. NOW is the time to get familiar with how to race without the stress of race day. Space is limited space, so tell your friends and register early! Registration on Bike Reg, ONLY: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=7190

[tulip]

I took this class several (like 6) years ago and found it very useful. I wasn't sure if I was interested in re-entering the racing world, but I did get refreshed on some useful techniques. I recommend the Artemis class!

[7rider]

Oh, wow. Now THIS looks cool! (Too bad it's Artemis!)DH and I could easily ride our bikes there.....it is literally right around the corner from our house.
Hmmmm.........

[tulip]

What's the matter with Artemis?

[7rider]

Their reputation precedes them on the road...and it's not very good.
With a few noteable exceptions, they are known for being standoffish to the point of arrogance. Fiercely protective of their own, they barely acknowledge anyone in a group who is not wearing their colors.
It's those "skills" I would not hope to learn.

[aicabsolut]

That's true (about many of the attitudes on the team), but I've heard good things about the clinic. I will be out of town and not attending, but I thought I'd pass it along. I imagine that Evelyn will be doing a lot of the organizing, and she is pretty friendly to 'outsiders.'

[7rider]

This is co-ed, isn't it??

DH may be interested, too.

[aicabsolut]

Yes. It's only divided into "adults" and "juniors" sections. I just got the info in an email about the women's series, I think because Evelyn is sort of in charge of both that and the clinic.

It's $35 for adults, $25 for juniors and includes bfast and lunch.

Here's the blurb on bikereg:

Have you ever thought about giving bike racing a try, but are not quite sure how to do it? What makes racing different than fast, hard group rides? Do other people ask you if you "race?" Or maybe you just want to be a more proficient and skillful rider.

This clinic is aimed at the athletic road bike rider who has never raced before and wants to give it a try. The information provided spans the very basics of riding for racing on and off the bike, and to the special skills needed for different kinds of races.

Basic information from what to expect to how to get a license and local resources will help you get past the paperwork and to feel comfortable when you arrive at your first race. Training tips and targeting your strengths will get you ready this winter to race next spring with confidence!

When: November 2, 2008
8:00am (sharp!)-1pm* (doors open at 7:15am)
(*On-the-Bike Drills from 2pm-4pm outdoors)

Where: Brookside Nature Center
1400 Glenallan Road
Wheaton, MD 20902

301-946-9071 (day-of cell #: 301-538-1851)

Cost: $35 (Juniors $25)

Continental breakfast, full lunch, and learning materials provided

USCF release form required and available to download:
http://www.usacycling.org/forms/rider_release.pdf
Bring your road bike, and clothes to ride in! (Helmet required)
(USCF permit pending)

Registration: **NO DAY-OF REGISTRATION! MUST PRE-REGISTER!**

Register on BikeReg.com by October 30th (NO MAIL-IN registration)

If you have any question or specific topics that you’d like addressed, please call or e-mail Evelyn at 202-877-7501 or wag3@starpower.net

[madscot13]

this would be really interesting, not so much that I am interested in racing but it would be a fun aspect to incorporate into my riding. however, I have a time conflict and it won't work out for me.

[tulip]

Their reputation precedes them on the road...and it's not very good.
With a few noteable exceptions, they are known for being standoffish to the point of arrogance. Fiercely protective of their own, they barely acknowledge anyone in a group who is not wearing their colors.
It's those "skills" I would not hope to learn.

Sounds like every bike racing team I have ever met (even the ones that I was on). Nothing unique about them! Very few provide clinics like Artemis does.

[Eden]

Sounds like every bike racing team I have ever met (even the ones that I was on). Nothing unique about them! Very few provide clinics like Artemis does.

It's not like that out here...... Sure, when we are racing its all business, but we're mostly friends off the course. (we've just accepted a gal from Artemis, who has moved (back maybe?) out here on our team for the coming year)