Archive for the ‘IC3 News’ Category*****Cancelled due to Weather *****IC3 Road Ride Sat. May 19th Deer Creek CanyonTuesday, May 1st, 2012Kent Scroggs will be leading our group up Deer Creek canyon this Saturday. We’ll be meeting at the Waterton Canyon trail head parking lot with the mountain bike group. Roadies will head to the top of Deer Creek canyon and the mountain bikers will ride up Waterton Canyon.
Be prepared to ride at 9:00 a.m.
Distance: 27 miles
See map my ride link below.
Galen’s Annual New Years Ride – 2012Wednesday, January 11th, 2012It was a cold Saturday morning when 13 of us gathered in front of Galen’s house. I could not help but notice the strange looks Galen’s neighbors were giving us. They had this look on their face like… hey do not you guys know that it is winter and that it is cold outside and that there is snow on the ground…. who rides bicycles in weather like this? Well the answer is, IC3. Thanks to Galen and his family for hosting what is becoming a annual event, Galen’s New Years Ride. Before leaving for a ride down the Cherry Creek bike path Galen lead the group in a prayer. Galen then let the group put in prayer requests. We had a great ride down the trail. We did a short loop out to Cheery Creek Reservoir before heading down to REI. We picked-up a rider as we headed back from Village Green park. I have forgot his name but I knew him from the Bicycle Village Aurora rides. I was amazed at how many other riders were out on the trail. Denver definitely has some hard core bicycle riders. We stopped at REI and had some hot drinks and food before heading out. At REI we ran in to the Bicycle Village ride who was also having their first ride of the new year. On the way back we did a short loop around the Sport Authority Stadium. Josh Taylor took a photo of the group in front of the stadium. See the photo below, Rich Sweeny is the one “Tebowing”. We arrived back at Galen’s house about 12:15 – 12:30 where Carol (Galen’s wife) had a GREAT lunch ready for everybody. All in all it was a great morning for a ride, fellowship and food.
IC3 Junior Retains National Cyclocross TitleMonday, January 9th, 2012On Friday January 6th IC3 Junior, Gage Hecht, successfully defended his national 13-14 year old category title. Below is a report that was posted on Cyclocross Magazine web page, a link to a video interview that Gage after his win and a photo of Gage during the race. IC3 wants to congratulate Gage on his win. Let’s hear it for IC3 on the podium! All to your Glory God!
2012 National Cyclocross Championship: ReportPOSTED BY JLIBERLES ON 1/06/12 • CATEGORIZED AS 2012 CYCLOCROSS NATIONALS,RACE REPORTS For full coverage of the 2012 Cyclocross National Championships at Badger Prairie County Park in Madison, Wisconsin, visit 2012 Cyclocross National Championships homepage. VERONA, WISCONSIN — When you’ve been racing for five years and you’re in the 13-14 race, odds are good that you’re serious about what you do. That’s certainly the case for three-time National Champion Gage Hecht (International Christian Cycling Club), who took the holeshot in what was arguably the fastest start of the day. The 13-14 year old juniors charged down the pavement en masse, and strung out almost as quickly as they hit the slick, greasy course. By the 180 degree turn, riders were strung out and the leaders, Hecht and Spencer Petrov (Lionhearts) as the two standouts on the front. One lap in, Hecht had created a gap of 15 bike lengths between himself and Petrov, and their gap on the rest of the field had grown to 10 seconds. Behind them in third was Cameron Beard, and five seconds behind him saw Sean McElroy (Team Specialized Racing) and Michael Owens. The crowds had grown since earlier in the morning, and the friends and families of the racers were out in force, cheering on their hometown favorites. The course has been getting slicker and muddier as the day has progressed, and riders were spending more time tripoding to stay upright in the sharp corners. The cloud coverage caused temperatures to drop slightly, and racers finished looking spent and chilly, though for Hecht, nothing could wipe the smile off of his face. “I’m really happy with the race,” he told Cyclocross Magazine. “It went great and I did everything I felt like I needed to.” Read up on all of the action at 2012 Cyclocross Nationals on Cyclocross Magazine’s2012 Cyclocross National Championships homepage. 13-14 Full Results:
Interview that Gage after the race: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zX382OLGIrw&feature=player_embedded
Photo of Gage from the race:
And then it was over . . . Winter Park Epic Singletrack Series wrap up and feedbackThursday, October 13th, 2011
It was a fantastic summer of racing for the Colorado ICCC mountain bike team! We got off to a great start at the Hill Climb with a strong team presence and good results. We had good participation at the subsequent races, a fun team event in a condo over the double-header Point-to-Point and Super D weekend, and stayed strong through the end of the season. The weeks and races peeled off the calendar altogether too quickly. It seemed like the season flew by – one week we were training for the Hill Climb, then, in the blink of an eye, we were suddenly getting ready for the King of the Rockies grand finale. And then the 2011 Winter Park Epic Singletrack Race Series was over. We finished 10th out of the 36 teams. Great work, racers! ICCC mountain bike racers also participated in a variety of other events including Mountain States Cup, Gunnison Growler, Breckenridge Firecracker 50, Leadville Silver Rush 50, and the Leadville 100. Great work, racers! While it is easy to focus on the scoreboard and look at race results, the real focus of what we do (and our lives) should be on being ambassadors for Christ (2 Cor 5: 20 We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us.). We were out there helping other teams set up tents, helping other racers with bike prep, sharing experiences, and serving others (racers, spectators, event staff, etc). While we can’t measure and quantify the impact we had on lives, it is safe to say we had a really good year – lots of ambassadors for Christ out there rockin’ the ICCC jerseys, riding and racing, serving, and shining the light of Christ. Many thanks to everyone who participated in every respect – riding, racing, praying, encouraging, etc. We had a great group up in Winter Park each weekend and had were a force for the Kingdom. Well done, team! In addition to our impact on others, we were building one another up (1 Thess 5: 11 Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.) and spurring one another on (Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, 25 not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching). The double-header weekend was a great team building event. We broke bread together, watched some Tour de France action, and explored some electronic muscle recovery techniques and some stretching techniques. That foam roll thing seemed to me to be an instrument of torture, but many people swore by it, so apparently it works for others! Great job, everyone – those on the team as well as all those who raced or rode or prayed for our impact! Jim Mason Castle Pines North, CO Galatians 5:22 “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness and self-control.” Oct. 1st Bicycle Village Aurora Ride & LunchWednesday, September 28th, 2011Greetings All, – Matt Otero IC3 Rides and Picnic Saturday Sept 24thMonday, September 19th, 2011Greetings All
This next Saturday we will be having the end of season picnic and rec rides. There will be road, EZ and mtn bike rec rides for all. The location is going to be at Chatfield Dam State Park at the Fox Run picnic site. There is an entrance fee to the park of $8 per car.
Here is a link to the Chatfield Park. Click Here
Phil Brothers and Matt Otero have sent out ride information for those rides. The mountain bke rec ride will start at South Valley Park North Parking lot and be ready to ride at 9am ish. Here are directions from the Park web site. Please note there are two parking lots and again we will meet at the NORTH or MAIN Trailhead.
Here is a link to the park web site. Click Here
Getting There The advanced riders can cross the road and do the Deer Creek ride. For Deer Creek information Click Here For all that wish to come and enjoy the picnic with us please RSVP to me by Sept 22. This is to know how much food to get. Please let me know if there are any special diet request such as vegi burgers. Contact me at [email protected]. If you have any other request or questions please let me know. All are welcome. That means members, non members and families. And Juniors! God Bless Greg Quillin 303-304-7753
IC3 EZ Ride – Dawson Ranch Butte TrailWednesday, September 7th, 2011Dawson’s Butte Trail is a single track experience. You will need a mountain bike or a hybrid bike as this is a dirt trail. I would encourage you to try this trail as it is a fun easy ride.
Description: It’s a simpleloop from the parking lot. The singletrack is usually wide, non threatening, and passes through a mix of ponderosa forest and open meadows. The loop is just over 5 miles with about 300 feet of elevation change, so the grade is always gradual. This is a dirt trail so you will need a mountain bike or a hybrid bike. A great trail for easy single track riding. For those that are interested, we will ride the loop twice. Once going counter clockwise and once going clockwise. It’s almost like riding two different trails, plus it gives you a 10 mile ride. It takes about 45 minutes to complete the five mile loop.
Directions: From Denver/Castle Rock–head south on I-25 to the Plum Creek Exit–exit to the rightand turn south on the frontage road. Go 5 miles to Tomah road and take a right. It’s another 1.5 miles to the Dawson Butte Ranch entrance, also on the right. Parking lot for cars and horse trailers is on the left.
Serving and riding for Him
Phil
Mark 10:45…..for the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and give His life as a ransom for many.
Sept. 10th Road Ride *****CHANGE OF PLANS*****Wednesday, September 7th, 2011Hi All, Temps are expected to stay in the mid 70′s…EXCELLENT riding weather!! Hope you are able to come join us for a spin: Advanced Ride Leader Chris, will take you out on his “special” route today: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/64904969 Jeffrey will take the Rec group on the well-known 30 mile Sloan’s Lake tour. If you’ve never been…a great ride with beautiful scenery. http://connect.garmin.com/activity/45902423 NO Advanced ride this week as Chris is helping out with the Intermediate Group. **Rules of cycling parallel those of driving** Call-out when passing on LEFT Bicycle Village Aurora IC3 Mtn Bike Ride – Kenosha Pass Saturday Sept 10 9AMWednesday, September 7th, 2011Greetings All
Depending on the weather there may be a group of us camping Friday night. If interested please email me. The weather might be to wet to ride. I will try to get the trail conditions Friday and send an email if it’s too wet.
This is a ride that will take your breath away…..riding at 10,000 feet can do that to you….
Date: 9/10/2011- Saturday Time: 9 AM – 1 PM Title: Recreational mountain bike ride Host: International Christian Cycling Club Cost: No cost Location: Kenosha Pass Carpool Parking Depart by 7 am ish. The location to meet for carpool is Hwy 285 and Wadsworth. If I am camping I won’t be at the carpool and there is one person that has room for 4 bikes and people that is going. You should try to meet and go.
Click Here for Singletracks trail info. This info goes to Breck and we are not going that far. Maybe one day.
Directions: Kenosha Pass is 72 miles SW of Denver on Hwy 285. Meet at the parking lot near the top of Kenosha Pass on the right side of the highway.
This is a fantastic ride however, it is for expert and intermediate riders only. This ride will be from 3-4 hours long and will be at altitude. Bring a full Camelback of water and plenty of food bars, and extra tubes.
We will be riding at altitude and will go above timberline. Be prepared for inclimate weather. At this time of year any weather condition can arise. Bring Winter gloves as well your regular riding gloves. Rain gear should be brought along as well. It is a good idea to have layers of clothes available. Bring dry clothes to wear once the ride is over.
Details: You will need a mountain bike, a helmet (required), riding gloves, and water. If you have any questions, check out the website http://www.christiancyclingco. Suggestion for lunch, stop at Hog Heaven BarBQ www.hogheavenbar-b-que.com It’s divine. Hope to see you there and bring a friend.
Greg
IC3 Mtn Bike Rec Ride Lair of the Bear Saturday August 27Wednesday, August 24th, 2011Hello Friends and Members
This Saturday it’s Lair of the Bear. I would like to take pictures to get ready for the next brochure. All that can come and have jerseys please come and be ready for pictures. I would like to get pictures before the ride without the helmets. Also during the ride with helmets. :) The schedule is growing shorter and the time has flown by this summer. After this ride it’s Kenosha Pass then the picnic. WOW! All that can please come and bring a friend or two!
Meet at the parking lot at 8:45 am and be ready to ride by 9 am. ish…
Getting There
22600 State Highway 74, Idledale CO 80453 Find the park approximately four miles west of Morrison along Colorado Highway 74. The parking area is located on the south side of the highway. For the Park info click here. For the trail info at singletracks.com click here For the announcement on KLove click here Thanks Phil! You can find out the required gear and other info at the IC3 Colorado web site. Greg Quillin Our Mission:
To unite Christian cyclists for a worldwide testimony in lifestyle, training, and sportsmanship.
To expose each cyclist we encounter to the love and peace of Jesus Christ, so they may want to have a relationship with Him.
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