“Open letter to motorists who dislike cyclists”
August 28, 2008 at 7:58 pm | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: crazy biker chick, cycling, motorists vs cyclists
I’ve been commuting halfway by bike a lot lately. I ride my bike to the Metra station, take my bike on the train with me to Lake Forest, and then ride my bike the entire way home. Being able to ride home not only provides my much needed exercise for the day, but it also makes my commute much more enjoyable.
Tonight, as I was perusing some neighborhood blogs, I noticed this link on the blog of a neighbor who also writes about cycling a lot. I, of course, had to post the same link because it’s such a well-written explanation of cyclist behavior. If only all motorists could be forced to read this woman’s post!
Chicago Police Cracking Down on Cyclists.
August 22, 2008 at 9:05 am | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: chicago cycling, cycling, cyclist rights
The city is cracking down on enforcement of cyclists abiding by traffic laws. As a fairly regular bike commuter, I completely understand the need to teach cyclists (and recreational riders fall into that category) the rules of the road and the importance of abiding by them. I’ve seen quite a few cyclists (both recreational and the kitted up racer dude) blow lights and stop signs without any regard for the cars that are already stopped and awaiting their turn. Illegal (and completely RUDE) behavior such as this leads to increased driver frustration with cyclists who think they’re above the law.
I also wish that the police would teach drivers about the rights of cyclists. There have been way too many drivers attacking cyclists with their cars.
Cross Season – Just around the corner!
August 16, 2008 at 8:30 am | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: chicrosscup, cross racing, cyclocross, pony shop
Cross season will be upon us before we know it.
Lou Kuhn (Pony Shop) celebrates his win
2007 St. Charles Cross
The new kits came in and they look awesome. Thanks, Lou! Unfortunately, my new commute will prevent me from attending practice, so I’ll have to make time to go out on the weekends. My goal for last year was just to finish the races, and I’d say I met that goal (for the most part). This year, my goal is to not finish last. 
2008 Chicago Cyclocross Cup Schedule
Sat September 13 – CX Clinic (TBD)
Sun September 21-Jackson Park
October 5- DeKalb
October 12- Hawthorn Woods
October 19- Carpentersville
October 26- Bartlett
November 2- St. Charles
November 8 – TBD
November 9- Northbrook
November 16-Lansing
November 23- Woodstock
December 7- Montrose – IL Cyclocross Championships
More Glencoe Grand Prix photos
August 14, 2008 at 9:45 pm | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: 2008 Glencoe Grand Prix, 2008 Glencoe Grand Prix photos, chicago bike racing, Team MS Racing, velosnaps
I’m uploading the rest of the Glencoe Grand Prix pictures to the 2008 Glencoe Grand Prix album. The newest additions include pictures from the kids races as well as the Masters 1/2/3 race and the Cat 4 and Cat 3 races.
Glencoe Pictures
August 13, 2008 at 9:45 pm | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: 2008 Glencoe Grand Prix, glencoe photos
I’ve gotten to most of the Glencoe pictures, but I still have a few more to go. I’ve uploaded the finished pictures, and will add the rest as I get them finished.
This group includes the Masters races, women, and juniors. Up next will be the 4s, and I think I caught a few pictures from the start of the 3s. Coming soon…
2008 Glencoe Grand Prix – Cat 5
August 11, 2008 at 9:18 pm | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: 2008 Glencoe Grand Prix photos, Cat 5 photos, chicago bike racing, glencoe photos, velosnaps
Glencoe Grand Prix - Cat 5 racers
Pictures from the Cat 5 race are now posted. Sorry it’s taking so long to get pictures posted. Given my new, longer commute, I don’t seem to have as much time lately. Slowly but surely, the rest of the pictures will get posted.
2008 Glencoe Grand Prix
August 10, 2008 at 8:21 pm | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: 2008 Glencoe Grand Prix, chicago bike racing, Glencoe Crit, MS Illinois, MS Racing
Glencoe did a great job with today’s race. It was extremely well-organized and the racers seemed pretty happy with every part of the day.
Today marked the debut of Team MS Racing, sponsored by the Greater Illinois Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Formerly MetLife, or Metcycling, MS Racing hopes to draw attention to and build awareness of Multiple Sclerosis, while also raising funds for research. I’m sure there will be an official press release with more information, but that’s the gist of what I know at this point.
Masters 1/2/3 Race sponsored by the MS Society of Illinois
Team MS Racing debuts at Glencoe Grand Prix
I took a lot of pictures today, but my main goal was to get lots of pics of Team MS Racing folks. Once all of the pictures are ready, I’ll post the link here for all to see.
2008 Tour of Elk Grove – Day 2
August 2, 2008 at 7:40 pm | In Uncategorized | Leave a CommentTags: chicago bike racing, cycling photos, tour of elk grove, tour of elk grove photos, velosnaps
Tour of Elk Grove - Day 2
We’re a little burned out on racing and spending all day at the races, so we only spent the morning at the Tour of Elk Grove. Afterwards, we came home, took the dogs to the park, and then grilled out for dinner. It was nice to have some weekend time at home.
During the short time that we were at the race (about 4 hours), I caught pictures of the following categories:
Cat 5, heat 1
Cat 4
Cat 1/2/3/4 Women
Cat 5, heat 2
Pictures are posted here.
Richard Janokjanc was the very happy winner of the Cat 5, heat 2 race!
And, a special appearance from Batman, Spiderman, and a duck. Anyone know what this duck is from because I sure don’t?
Special Guests at the Tour of Elk Grove
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