Holiday Sale Flyer

Winter Overhaul Special ONLY $99

Holiday Sale Flyer

CLOTHING SALE

All in stock Smartwool base layers and summer clothing is 40% off.  Come in while the selection is good and get ready for the coming winter.

Omaha Transportation Master Plannning Meeting

Taken from Omaha Bikes:

November, 2010 – The City of Omaha Planning Department today announced a public meeting to kick-off the City’s update to its Transportation Master Plan. Similar to the process to update the City’s Downtown Master Plan in 2009, the process will start with a public meeting on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Mammel Hall, 6708 Pine Street, at 6:30 p.m. The Federal Transit Administration’s Regional Administrator, Mokhtee Ahmad, will be in attendance.

Mayor Jim Suttle will kick-off the meeting, followed by presentations from the City of Omaha Planning Department and the project’s consultant, AECOM. The kick-off will include an overview of the planning process, followed by small group discussions to share ideas and determine the public’s vision for the future of transportation in Omaha.

The Transportation Master Plan covers all transportation modes, including: automobile, transit, freight, air, bicycle and pedestrian. The Transportation Master Plan update will focus on public input, including the formation of a citizen stakeholder committee after the November kick-off. The Planning Department will seek representatives from across the community to participate in the year-long process as a member of the committee.

“Seeking public input is imperative to the City of Omaha’s planning process,” said City Planning Director Rick Cunningham. “I am confident the public will bring many creative ideas to the meeting about how to improve transportation in Omaha.”

The City’s current Transportation Master Plan was approved by the Omaha City Council in 1997. The costs of the Transportation Master Plan update are fully covered by a grant awarded to the Douglas County Health Department entitled “Communities Putting Prevention to Work” from the CDC. More information about the grant can be obtained by contacting the Douglas County Health Department and LiveWell Omaha.

The City has recently updated its Master Plan with the Downtown Master Plan. In addition, the environmental element to the Master Plan (Environment Omaha) is currently in progress. 

Also there is a cycling specific meeting that is being help on Monday the 15th @ 6pm at the Courtyard Marriott in Aksarben Village (1625 S. 67th St).   Please come out and help make our voices heard.

Great Write up on Ryan Trebon's Kona Major Jake CX bike

Check it HERE.

Holiday gift ideas

If you are looking to get that special cyclist on your gift list the bike that they have been wanting all year or little Timmy or Tammy needing a new bike, come on down and check out great selection of adult and children bicycles.

Don't worry if it is a bit our of the budget for this month.  We have a great layaway plan that will have you good to go by the time the gift giving season rolls around.  While your here don't forget to check out our clothing sale rack for some great deals on summer clothing and pick up those toe covers for those early morning rides.

Stop on by or give us a call for more details.

Kuat Recalls Select NV Racks

Kuat Recalls Select NV Racks

Stolen Bike!!!!

STOLEN BICYCLE ALERT!!!!!! 2009 Kona Dew Deluxe with Easton Monkey SL handlebars, Specialized Crossroads Armadilllo tires, and Specialized Avatar saddle was stolen from the Westroads where it was locked up.

One of our customers and Omaha cyclist had his bike stolen
today at Westroads. If anyone has any information please contact the shop (402)392-2390 or the police.

 

The Bike Way Fall Bike Sale

 15% OFF 2010 SPECIALIZED BICYCLES

20% OFF 2010 KONA JAKE

AND JAKE THE SNAKE

25% OFF 2010 KONA UTE AND SUTRA

40% OFF KONA DEW PLUS AND

DEW DELUXE

(All sale prices apply to in-stock bikes only.)

ALL BICYCLES COME WITH 2 YEARS FREE ADJUSMENTS.

ALSO ENJOY 10% OFF ACCESSORIES FOR 30 DAYS.

Also check out our selection of clothing up to 30% off

Cross racing in Norfolk

October 23rd will kick off the next series of cyclocross races in the Greater Omaha area.  Check out the LINK to Nebraska Cycling News story.

It is getting colder, here is our winter clothing guide.

Temperature ranges for are just a guideline. Your body and your type of riding will change what you wear. Remember that it is always easier to take off too many clothes, than wish you had brought more with you.

40-50 degrees - Cycling shorts with thermal tights/leg warmers, long sleeve jersey, long sleeve baselayer, thermal wind jacket, winter cap, winter gloves, wool socks, and maybe booties or overshoes.

*Long sleeve jersey not needed if you are wearing a thermal jacket.

30-40 degrees - Cycling shorts with thermal tights, long sleeve jersey, thermal jacket, wool cap, winter gloves, wool socks and booties. At this temperature we also recommend winter cycling shoes such as the Specialized Defroster.

20-30 degrees - Cycling shorts with thermal bib tights, long sleeve jersey with long sleeve baselayer, thermal jacket with wool cap/balaclava, wool socks, winter gloves and booties. At this temperature we also recommend winter cycling shoes such as the Specialized Defroster.

Starting Today and Going for a Limited Time

40% OFF all Kona Dew Deluxe and Dew Plus (IN-STOCK) ONLY

NEW course for Cyclocross practice!!

Marked a new cross course at Walnut Grove this morning. It is Awesome! 1.68 Miles long, more technical, faster paced, and possibly more vertical climbing than before. Train harder, race easier.
Hope to see everyone out there on Tuesday ready to roll at 6pm with a few warm up laps.

Trail section closed by the City of Bellevue at Swanson Park

Please be aware and follow the wishes of the land owner. Click HERE to read about the trail closure.

Tueday Night Cross Practice

We will be heading to Tranquility for cross practice this week. After the awesome weekend of racing it would be a good break and will help develop handling skills.

Trust me it works. :-)

Meet at the Fort Street trail head ready to roll out at 6pm. Bring a light if you want to get in more that two laps, sunset is supposed to be around 7pm.

Wednesday Night Ride 9/8/10

Wednesday Night Ride is at Tranquility this week. Meet at the fort street lot at 6pm and roll out by 6:20pm at the latest. See you all there.

A cyclocross preview.

U.S. gran prix of cyclocross from Jim Fryer/BrakeThrough Media on Vimeo.

The Empty Hanger Sale!!!! version 1.0

We are running out of hangers!

In order to make way for our fall apparel we are having a free up the hanger sale!!!

Enjoy 15% OFF all in-stock Summer clothing through Sunday!!!

Stolen Bike

Wheels Of Fire

The road ride and tomorrow's cross practice are both canceled. It is just too hot outside to be safe. Hope to see you all next week.

Specialized Takes 1st and 2nd in the Tour, so we are extending our SALE!

The Bike Way Presents:
Tour De France Sale 2010
July 16th – August 1

2009 Kona Bikes 30% OFF

2010 Kona Bikes 20% OFF

2009 Redline Bikes 30% OFF

2010 Redline Bikes 15% OFF

2009 Specialized Bikes 20% OFF

2010 Specialized Bikes 10% OFF

10% OFF Accessories with every bike purchase.

2 years free adjustments with all new bikes.

Get Dirty

The Bike Way Presents: Tour De France Sale 2010

The Bike Way Presents:

Tour De France Sale 2010
July 16th - July 25th
2009 Kona Bikes 30% OFF
2010 Kona Bikes 20% OFF

2009 Redline Bikes 30% OFF
2010 Redline Bikes 15% OFF

2009 Specialized Bikes 20% OFF
2010 Specialized Bikes 10% OFF

10% OFF Accessories with every bike purchase.

2 years free adjustments with all new bikes.

Andy Schleck vs. Alberto Contador

Specialized BG Fit Tour de France Commercial

Cyclocross Practice Announcement

The Bike Way Presents:

Cyclocross Practice 2010

Every Tuesday Starting August 10^th

6:30 – 8:30ish

Walnut Grove Park

147^th & Q

You can ride from the shop if you would like, but there is plenty of parking at the park.

We will have different courses every week with natural and artificial barriers.

This is free to anyone that wants to try. So bring your bike, helmet, and courage, and enjoy the crazy sport of cyclocross.

Product Spotlight of the Week: 2010 Kona Jake

Named after one of our founders, Jake Heilbron, aka "The Dutch Devil", winner of the first Canadian Cyclocross Championships in 1978, the entry-level cyclocross Jake is perfect to race or commute. With multiple US National and Canadian National championships and a zillion different size options, now with a taller headtube for a more comfortable ride, the Jake is the ultimate do-it-all all-the-timer.

COME IN AND CHECK OUT THIS AWESOME CROSS BIKE.

Product Special!!!!!!

We are running a special on Crank Brothers Candy SL pedals. We have a bunch of colors in stock to match your bike, so come in and check them out.

Reg. $110 NOW $88.00

Product Spotlight of the Week: Specialized Women's Demo Night

Attention: Ladies

Specialized Women’s Demo Tour

Wednesday June, 23 2010

4:00 – 8:00 PM

Come join us for an evening of bikes, drinks, and food as you look over bikes designed specifically for you.

Specialized women's representative Rita Borelli will be on hand with bikes, to answer any and all questions that you may have.

We hope to see you all there.

T.H.O.R. Fundraiser June 23rd

Trails Have Our Respect is hosting a fundraiser at on June 24th to help rate operational funds.  Check the LINK for more info.

Hope to see you all there.

Amazing stunt riding...on a carbon road bike

Want to see something that is not on your average biking posts? I can see a new trend and lots of broken bikes in the future.

It is Ladies Night at The Bike Way

Attention: Ladies Only

Specialized Women’s Demo Tour

Wednesday June, 23 2010

4:00 – 8:00 PM

Come join us for an evening of bikes, drinks, and food as you look over bikes designed specifically for you.

Specialized women's representative Rita Borelli will be on hand with bikes, to answer any and all questions that you may have.

We hope to see you all there.

Product Spotlight of the Week: Kuat NV

Meet the new standard when it comes to hitch mounted bike racks, the Kuat NV. The NV comes fully equipped with front and rear tire ratchet system, hitch lock and integrated bike cable lock.

"Holy smokes, a built in repair stand for pre-ride prep, post-ride, clean up, or looking smart."

Decked out with Kuat's hand tight cam system, this rack is available for 2" and 1.25" receivers. After equipping your ride with NV, you will need to haul more people due to increased friendship as a result of coolness. 2 bike add-on option for the 2 inch NV. Simple storage with lever action pivot for rapid, folding, tilting, and hiding.

The NV is also 20-30 lbs. lighter than similar offerings from Thule, Saris, and Yakima.

Women's Specialized Demo Night

We are having a Specialized Women's Demo Van at the shop on June 23rd from 4-8pm.  They will have road mountain and some hybrid bikes to try out.  

 

So come on down and check out the new women specific rides from Specialized.  We will have food and drink as well so please RSVP so we can plan accordingly.  Leave a comment here on  the blog or call the shop and let us know.  Hope to see you there.

Looking for a bypass.....

Hey guys and gals.  We have a member of our race team that is looking for an entry to the Triple Bypass.  If there is anyone that has an entry and is not planning on attending please let us know.  Leave a response here or give the shop a call.  Thanks all.

Product Spotlight of the Week: BOB Revolution Strollers

Give your kids a ride in comfort as you walk, jog, run, or just make your way through the day. BOB Revolution strollers allow you the freedom and options that any parent would want. If you want any more details, stop in the store. We have a few in-stock, and can always get more. Check BOB out!!!

• Tough, welded frame; durable fabric; quality construction. It’s totally together, and built to stay that way
• Front wheel swivels for unmatched maneuverability in tight spaces and locks forward for reliable running over uneven surfaces
• Fast, two-step fold-up design for stow-and-go portability
• State-of-the-art suspension system for exceptionally smooth ride
• Ultra padded seat reclines up to 70° (from vertical); a 25° increase over previous models.
• Weight: 10.5kg, 23lb
• Capacity: 32kg, 70lb
• Frame: High strength aluminum alloy
• Seat: 15" wide x 21" high x 10" deep (38cm x 53cm x 25cm) / ultra-padded seats recline up to 70 degrees (from vertical) / 3-ply hollow core system seat back / stain resistant-easy to clean / 2 seat pockets / large seat back pocket
• Safety Features: Padded 5 point safety harness with sternum strap / parking brake / safety wrist strap
• Weight: 23lb (10.5kg)
• Capacity: 70lb (32kg)
• Suspension: Adjustable shock absorbers for big or small kids (2 position), coil spring with elastomer core, 3 inches of travel
• Tires: Rear 16" x 1.75" (slick), front 12.5" x 1.75" (slick)
• Hub: Quick release axle with sealed cartridge bearings
• Rims: High impact composite polymer
• Spokes: High impact composite polymer
• Brake: Foot-activated parking brake
• Storage: 2 interior seat pockets, 1 large pocket on seat back and large Low Bay Cargo Basket underneath
• Includes: Multi-position sun canopy, swiveling front wheel with lockout feature
• Key Features: Front wheel swivels for unmatched maneuverability. Lockout mode for jogging. Fast, compact and simple folding system, shock absorber suspension system with three inches of travel (wheel movement), padded shoulder harness for added comfort, red plastic pull rings for easy harness adjustments
• ALSO AVAILABLE IN A DOUBLE STROLLER.
  

Sean's DK 200 recap

To read up on Sean's recent experience with Dirty Kanza 200 click HERE.

Product Spotlight of the Week: One Less Car Jersey

Let others know what you're doing to reduce your carbon footprint.

• 100% hydrophobic polyester fabric provides great wicking function
• New textured jersey fabric adds dimension
• Full-length zipper with welted construction doesn't break graphic on front
• Elastic waist and sleeves
• Raglan sleeves provide a contoured fit
• Form Fit

These jerseys are LIMITED EDITION. So don't miss your chance to own this jersey.

Contador completes Tour de France reconnaissance

Specialized will dominate the Tour!!!

Andy Schleck and Alberto Contador attracted some attention on the Tourmalet.

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Spaniard says 2010 race harder than last year's

Defending Tour de France champion Alberto Contador wrapped up a four-day reconnaissance of the critical Pyrenean stages of this year's race, stating, "We've seen the stages that will decide the Tour."

Contador rode all four stages with seven of his teammates who make up the Astana team's pre-selection for the race: Dmitri Fofonov, Paolo Tiralongo, Benjamin Noval, Daniel Navarro, David de la Fuente, Jesus Hernandez and Oscar Pereiro

Stages 14 through 17 of the Tour will take place in the Pyrenees, with the first day ending on Ax-3 Domaines, then two mountainous days without hilltop finishes before the second rest day followed by the race's grande mountain finale atop the famed Col de Tourmalet.

Contador called the Tourmalet finish "the last chance of victory for the climbers" and said the race should be almost decided after this stage.

During his reconnaissance, Contador happened to meet some of his main competitors at the top of the Tourmalet: brothers Andy and Frank Schleck of the Saxo Bank team, who had climbed from the opposite direction from the Col de Soulor.

With little more than one month before the Tour de France, the Astana captain said he is satisfied with his form, but has not yet reached his peak. "The [sensations] are good, yes, but not yet like those of the Tour, because there are still three and a half weeks before the start and this is not a good time, it is still a time of allergies, and that limits me a little," Contador said.

He will compete in the Dauphiné Libéré beginning this weekend before topping off his pre-Tour preparations with a preview of the Alpine stages.

"I'm doing the preparation as I wanted," Contador said. "After a serious stop after the Classics (about 10 days off the bike) it was hard to start again, but everything has gone as planned. I'll do the Dauphiné without pressure, as a tune-up, because the preparation is perfect," he said.

Burry Stander's Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper Carbon HT 29er | Cyclingnews.com

Burry Stander (Specialized Factory Team) used this Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper Carbon HT at the recent Sea Otter Classic.

A carbon 29er chassis and lots of custom tweaks

Like many lighter riders, current UCI U23 cross-country mountain bike world champion Burry Stander (Specialized Factory Team) places a high importance on equipment weight since it comprises a greater percentage of total mass than it does for bigger competitors. Little tweaks here and there may only shave a few grams but when you only weigh 65kg (143lb), it doesn't take much to feel a difference.

Regardless, even Stander understands that weight isn't everything as he added a 29er hardtail – with its heavier wheels and all – to his quiver of race machines just this season. This proved to be the perfect choice for last month's high-speed and non-technical Sea Otter Classic course, too, where he raced the new bike for the first time and won in a three-up sprint over Geoff Kabush (Team Maxxis-Rocky Mountain).

Old habits die hard, though, as Stander's Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper Carbon HT 29er is no boat anchor and displays a wealth of tweaks to bring it down to an impressive 9.23kg (20.35lb) fighting weight.

The foundation is Specialized's top-end S-Works Stumpjumper Carbon HT 29er carbon frame, claimed to weigh just 1,130g (2.49lb) with a tapered head tube, chunky down tube and chain stays, and integrated bottom bracket. Mounted up front is the Specialized/RockShox collaborative Reba S29 fork, which uses stock upper tubes and lower legs but a carbon fiber crown and steerer assembly and inertia valve damper internals for a racier feel, especially in combination with Stander's preferred high air pressure.

Componentry comes mostly from SRAM's ultralight XX 2x10 group but with a few substitutions in key areas. New XX-compatible Rotor Q-Rings are bolted to Specialized's own S-Works carbon fiber crankarms with Carbon-Ti bolts, and the rear XX brake caliper adapter is mounted with red-anodized alloy hardware.

The Specialized label is also applied to the Roval Control ES 29 wheelset with its tubeless-compatible rims, 2:1 lacing pattern and interchangeable front hub fitments; the still-prototype Renegade 29 low-knob tires set at 26psi and converted to tubeless; the carbon fiber S-Works crankset; the S-Works Pro-Set stem; a single carbon fiber bottle cage; and the new Romin SL saddle.

Specialized's S-Works MTB cranks are among the lightest available.

More European touches come courtesy of the Syntace Duraflite 31.8 Carbon flat handlebar with Extralite bar ends, the carbon fiber AX-Lightness seatpost, and a carbon fiber headset cap assembly from Carbon-Ti. Finishing things off is crankbrothers' revamped Eggbeater 11 pedals.

At 1.74m (5' 9") tall, though, Stander clearly has some issues getting the front end low enough for his liking. In addition to the flat bar, the stem is set at an unusually aggressive negative 16-degree angle and even the upper headset cover is removed to save a few millimeters.

Fit issues aside, Stander's immediate success on his new 29er means we'll likely see him on it more as the season progresses.

Pro Bike: Burry Stander's Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper Carbon HT 29er | Cyclingnews.com

Complete bike specifications:

Frame: Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper Carbon HT 29er, size 17.5"
Fork: Custom Specialized/RockShox Reba S29 Carbon, 90mm travel
Headset: integrated
Stem: Specialized S-Works Pro-Set w/ Syntace clamps, 120mm x -16°
Handlebars: Syntace Duraflite 31.8 Carbon, 600mm, w/ Extralite CyberEnds bar ends
Tape/grips: ESI
Front brake: SRAM XX, 160mm rotor
Rear brake: SRAM XX, 140mm rotor w/ alloy caliper bolts
Brake levers: SRAM XX
Front derailleur: SRAM XX
Rear derailleur: SRAM XX
Shift levers: SRAM XX
Cassette: SRAM XX, 11-36T
Chain: SRAM PC-1090
Crankset: Specialized S-Works MTB w/ Rotor Q-Rings and Carbon-Ti chainring bolts, 175mm, 42/28T
Bottom bracket: Specialized integrated
Pedals: crankbrothers Eggbeater 11
Wheelset: Specialized Roval Control EL 29
Front tire: Specialized Renegade 29 prototype
Rear tire: Specialized Renegade 29 prototype
Saddle: Specialized Romin SL, 155mm
Seat post: AX Lightness AX2100
Bottle cages: Specialized S-Works Carbon Rib Cage
Computer: n/a
Other accessories: n/a

Critical measurements:

Rider's height: 1.74m (5' 9")
Rider's weight: 65kg (143lb)
Saddle height, from BB (c-t): 694mm
Saddle setback (ask mechanic): 50mm
Seat tube length, c-t: 445mm
Seat tube length, c-c: 385mm
Tip of saddle nose to C of bars (next to stem): 572mm
Saddle-to-bar drop (vertical): 16mm
Head tube length: 110mm
Top tube length: 592mm
Total bicycle weight: 9.23kg (20.35lb)

Product Spotlight of the Week: Women's BG Pro RBX Bib Short

Our first bib short for women. With supportive straps, anatomical contours and a cushioning endurance chamois, we promise the RBX will make you love Fieldsensor.

• New for 2010
• Lightweight stretch mesh upper is contoured for women's anatomies and offers additional support and comfort
• Unique women's BG Pro RBX chamois uses strategically placed high density foam to relieve pressure during cycling
• RBX chamois is built for maximum comfort—seamless and stretchable, with upper thigh protection and perforated padding for breathability
• Patterned Fieldsensor fabric adds durability while transporting moisture away from the skin and dispersing it for fast evaporation
• Custom logo silicone gripper holds the short in position
• Women's form fit

Tranquility Wednesday Night Ride

Hope to see everyone out at Tranquility tonight. Meet at 6. Roll out by 6:15.

Andy Schleck tests Specialized Prototype.

Here is Andy Schleck at Specialized headquarters in California on Thursday checking out a new bike that will debut at the tour. Should be a HOT bike!!!

Wednesday Night Ride

Wednesday Night Ride at Manawa Canceled... as if we needed to say it.

Demo Days

The Bike Way in partnership with Specialized will be holding a Road & Mountain bike demo.

At Lake Manawa State Park on Saturday May 15th 11am-4pm.

The address is 1100 S. Shore Drive Council Bluffs, IA 51501 map (Then zoom in on point A).

There will be signs directing you to the boat ramp area where demo is being held.

See you out there!

Vinokourov pretty in pink at first Giro

Astana works for Alexander Vinokourov during stage 3 of the Giro d'Italia. Their efforts paid off as Vino gained the overall race lead.

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Astana leader takes the pink jersey from Evans

On just his third ever day in the Giro d’Italia, Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) has taken the leader's jersey from Cadel Evans (BMC). The Kazakh rode into the pink jersey after Evans was caught up behind a crash along the seafront with fifteen kilometres to go.

“It was very dangerous, we were riding on small roads,” Vinokourov said atthe finish line. “I managed to ride in the front and stay out of trouble in the first group. It was part of our plan to be active in the echelons. I’ve finished the job but the team has done excellent work.”

Astana was well represented in the front group of 29 riders with Paolo Tiralongo and Andreï Grivko in support of Vinokourov while Evans was left alone and forced to chase in order to limit the damages.

“I was riding the last ten kilometres without thinking of taking the pink jersey,” Vino said. “I had seen that Andre Greipel was up there, so I was convinced that he’d win the stage and take the pink jersey with the time bonus. But he didn’t win, so the jersey is mine. To get it is wonderful. I received it without looking for it, really. This is my first participation to the Giro d’Italia and I already have the jersey.”

When he left his home in Monaco to reach Amsterdam for the Giro, his twin sons Nikolaï and Alexandr who are eight years old, asked him to bring a pink jersey back as a gift. But there is more than a sentimental reason for the Kazakh to be happy in leading the race.

“This gives me so much satisfaction”, he added. “It’ll give us the privilege to start in last position for the team time trial. This is perfect. We’ll have more information about our adversaries. I don’t want to make any plan further than Wednesday. After the team time trial, we’ll see where we are on GC.”

Platte River Ride

This Wednesday we will be riding at Platte River State Park. Hope to see you all there.

Psycowpath Swanson River City Shootout

Congrats to everyone that competed at Swanson River City
Shootout! We had a very strong showing and some great finishes.

Jacob G. won the Junior Men 13-14 with an impressive lap
time of 38:29 with almost a two and a half minute lead on the next competitor.

Erik Z. had an outstanding second place finish, for his
first ride ...ever on his new Epic Comp 29er, in the Cat 3 Men 35+ with a time of 33:59 only 1:10 off the leader. Way to go Erik.

Resident Wrencher Sean L. came in second in the Singlespeed
class with his fastest lap clocking in at 23:48. Finished overall almost four minutes behind the leader. C’mon Man!

Paul E. won the Cat 2 Open race. His fastest lap was 23:03 and a total time of 1:12:10. Great job man.

We are still waiting on Marathon results to be
posted. More to follow.

Swanson trail conditions

Anyone been out to Swanson lately?  How are the trails?

Monday night ride 4/26/10

Anyone planning on riding tonight?

MOVIE NIGHT

This should be a good time. I like going to the Waiting Room for these types of things.

A taste of what to come:

Omaha-Lincoln-Omaha Ride

For anyone who is looking to get some long miles in this weekend, I am going to be participating in this great ride.  Check out the details here.

Per the Obvious....

Tranquility ride today is canceled.

Cancellara: King of the Cobbles

Fabian Cancellara entered cycling's pantheon with a dramatic victory in Sunday's 2010 Paris-Roubaix. "Spartacus" decisively powered away from an elite group of eight riders with 50km to go, becoming just the 10th man to win Tour of Flanders and Roubaix in the same season. Just a week after winning Flanders on his S-Works Tarmac, Cancellara hopped aboard a Specialized Roubaix and dropped arch-rival Tom Boonen ahead of the Mons-en-Pévèle cobblestone sector. Cancellara was briefly joined by three breakaway riders, then simply soloed all the way home against a strong headwind to the Roubaix velodrome to win by a two-minute margin. "I think it was my big motivation today (to match the record). I knew it wouldn’t be easy, but things went perfect, the team was great," Cancellara said. "It's been an amazing week. I need some time to realize what I have really accomplished. Cycling has a long, long history. To be #10 (to win The Double), and the way I won it, I am really proud." Thor Hushovd crossed the line second and Juan Antonio Flecha was third, but the outcome was pretty well determined as soon as Cancellara took the race by the scruff of its neck. The victory saw Cancellara at his finest. His Saxo Bank teammates protected him all the way through the decisive Arenberg cobblestone section where the real battle commenced. Strong northerly winds seemed to muzzle any daring, long-distance attacks and a fairly large group came out of the Arenberg.

Three riders – Bjorn Leukemans, Sebastién Hinault and Leif Hoste – had pulled clear of a lead group of about 20 riders. Cancellara decided he didn't want to wait for others to make the race and punched accelerator on the pavement just ahead of the Mons-en-Pévèle with 48km to go. "Everyone was talking Cancellara against Boonen. They told me, don't race his race, race your race," Fabian said. "That really helped. I decided I wanted to make the group smaller, and then no one could follow me. I kept going full gas, and then I knew the race was only for second place." Saxo Bank was superb throughout the day. Kasper Klostergaard snuck into the day's main, 19-man breakaway. The team then controlled the middle part of the race, with Matti Breschel, Stuart O'Grady, Gustav Larsson, Dominic Klemme, and Frank Hoj working the nose of the main pack. When Cancellara attacked, he didn't need teammates anymore. "Fabian is the most amazing rider I've ever worked with," said Saxo Bank team manager Bjarne Riis. "The team rode fantastically, just like they did last weekend. But Fabian is such a special rider, he can do things like that by himself." Riis thinks Cancellara is on such good form that he should ride Amstel Gold Race and Liège-Bastogne-Liège later this month. Cancellara wants nothing of that, at least not right now. "The only thing I want to do right now is have a party with my teammates," he said. "I want to enjoy this moment, if even for a few days." After his spectacular victory, he certainly deserves it.

Lake Manawa Trail Days

Come out and help T.H.O.R. get Lake Manawa ready to ride.  Sunday, April 11th and Tuesday April 13th.  More details here.

Platte River

A few of us are heading down to Platte River State Park on Sunday 4/11/10 to ride the trails before work.  We are going to meet at the shop at 6am and roll out soon after.  Feel free to meet us at the shop or down at the trails.  See ya then.

Jewel Park MTB TT

Congrats to everyone that participated in the Jewel Park MTB Time Trail last weekend.  The conditions were perfect and the atmosphere was amazing.  Thanks to all who are involved with the Psycowpath Mountain Bike series for putting together a great kickoff event for the 20th anniversary season.  Here is how our team did with times.

Erik Z. took 3rd in Men Cat 3 35+ (24:15)
James C. placed 12th  in Men Cat 3 Open (28:52)
Paul E. came in 4th in Men Cat 2 35+ (20:03) only a minute off 1st place
Mike M. came in 4th in Men Cat 2 Open (19:34) only 14 seconds off the leader!!
Sean L. came in 5th in Men Cat 2 single speed (22:11)

Congrats to all the riders that participated.

Turds for Gold

So did anybody send any shoe to Chromes Turd for Gold shoe swap? If you did here is an update on the progress. Kinda cool what they are doing with them. Read and enjoy.

I sent in a pair and can't wait to get my new kicks!!

Specialized Takes Flanders

Photo by Sirotti Fabian Cancellara (Team Saxo Bank) and his S-Works Tarmac SL3 were simply too much for the competition to overcome in Sunday's Ronde van Vlaanderen, a.k.a. Tour of Flanders. The win instantly established “Spartacus” as a legend in Belgium and represents his third triumph in a cycling monument (Milan-Sanremo in 2006, Paris-Roubaix in 2008). It also marks a Flanders “Tarmac SL 3-peat” for Specialized, following back-to-back wins in 2008 and '2009. With 45km remaining, Cancellara’s attack on the cobbled climb of the Molenberg created the winning break with Tom Boonen. The power duo continued over the next three climbs – the Leberg, Berendries, and Tenbosse – and gained time on the chase behind that included David Millar, Philippe Gilbert, and Björn Leukemans. Thousands of screaming fans lined the penultimate climb, the Muur-Kapelmuur, known simply as “The Muur”. It was here that Cancellara sensed the moment was right to ditch his companion and ride solo to victory. "There were so many people lined out on the Muur, I could hardly hear or understand where Tom was behind me,” said an elated Cancellara. “When I finally looked back, I understood I had some distance. When I realized I'd dropped Boonen, it was like having wings on my feet, and I kept going all the way to the finish.”

Photo by Graham Watson Cancellara accelerated smoothly in the saddle – at times putting over 1400 watts through his Body Geometry shoes – while Boonen and a diminished chase group seemed to struggle and stomp on the pedals. In the end, the Swiss champion finished one minute and 15 seconds ahead of his Belgian rival, while Philippe Gilbert rounded out the podium in third. Fabian was grateful for the incredible support from his Saxo Bank teammates. From the first of the day's 15 climbs, Saxo Bank headed the race to control an eight-man escape group to keep both Cancellara and Matti Breschel in contention. With Stuart O’Grady frequently setting a brutal pace on the steep hills, Cancellara admitted that the advantage was having Matti. “I knew that Tom must have spent energy to follow Matti, while we just sat near and watched the others…the team’s work gave me even more power.” Spartacus has little time to celebrate, though, as he and his fellow Team Saxo Bank riders trade their Tarmac bikes for the S-Works Roubaix in preparation for next Sunday’s Paris-Roubaix, alternately known as “The Queen of the Classics” and “The Hell of the North”. Watch exclusive video on www.iamspecialized.com and join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/specializedbicycles.

Meet Romin

No, it is not Roman Craig, the smarmy Uncle from The Great Outdoors, which is a great movie and one of the best roles Dan Aykroyd has ever played.

It is actually Specialized new saddle for 2010, the Romin. I have used a variety of saddles over the past few years; some winners and some losers. This one is a big winner, and today became my saddle of choice for road this season. In the past 2 years I have used a variety of saddles including(in no particular order); Fizik Arione, Fizik Aliante, Fizik Antares, Bontrager RL Inform, Selle San Marco Concor Light, Selle San Marco Regal, and now I have moved on to the Romin.

Specialized Body Geometry(BG) saddles are designed with pressure mapping and blood flow tests to make sure they are maintaining a minimum amount of normal blood flow. Click Here for a link telling you about their BG saddles.

The Romin and SL version are designed for the rider that spends time in the drops on a road bike, and wants to be comfortable while doing so. The channel/cutout is extended to the tip of the saddle for better hip rotation as well as an overall better fit on a bike.

First impressions of this saddle were mixed. One quick look and you want to say it is 'too thin' or 'too hard,' but ultimately it is comfortable when you sit on it with a pair of bike shorts. So with that, I went into Sunday's ride with an open mind. Literally, 5 minutes into the ride I was hooked. The saddle just felt good from the word 'GO'. Once I put some power to the pedals, and motored down the road the saddle felt great. I ended up doing about 40 miles on it with a lot of climbing and some flats on my way out to Fort Calhoun and back. I had no numb feelings over the course of my entire ride, which is not something I can say about any saddle I have ever ridden. It truly is a revolutionary saddle that can certainly make any bike ride more enjoyable. This will be gracing all my bikes soon, it really is a wonderful saddle that is the best I have ever ridden.

Don't just take my word for it. Here is Frank Schleck telling you about it.

The Romin is new for 2010 and it is making a big splash. Here are some of the features:

• Patented BG Design is lab tested to assure blood flow to sensitive arteries
• "Medium" rated ultra-light padding for longer rides
• "Medium" rated carbon-reinforced shell for all-day racing and durability
  
• Tough, light and water-resistant Micromatrix cover
• Length: 270mm
  
  The Saddle comes in 2 versions:
  
  
• The Romin SL which has Durable, lightweight solid titanium rails $150
  OR
  
• The Romin which has Lightweight hollow chromoly rails $110

We have both the Romin and Romin SL at The Bike Way. We also have the new version of the assometer and we can get your measured up for the saddle and get you out on the road in style. Come on in and take a look.

Sorry Tim S.

Tim S. sent this to me last night.  Unfortunately I goofed and didin't get it posted but check it out and maybe they will be doing it again.

Coach Matt Richardson of EFP Fitness (www.efpfitness.com) is offering a FREE

Core Strength/Spin Class Saturday morning at 7 am.

WARNING: It will be a very intense session.

Cost: FREE

Date: Saturday Morning, 7am to 8 am (so won’t mess up your weekend)

Location: Endless Possibilities Gym, 84^th & L

Directions: http://www.endlesspossibilitiesomaha.com/endless-possibilities-directions.html

Bring your bike and trainer.