Winter Session Update and More!

Winter Session Update!

The Speed Shop's busiest Fall Season so far is coming to a close on Dec. 19.  We will be offering a limited (primarily weather based) schedule from Dec. 20th - Dec. 31st.
The results are in and 80% preferred the 10 week Winter Session.  Classes will begin Jan. 3rd and end on Mar. 13.  Thank you to everyone that chimed in on the survey.  The schedule will remain bascially the same.  We will add classes based on demand,  inclement weather, and for the "Top Dog" Time Trial.  You read it right! We will be having a Winter "Top Dog" Time Trial Competition. Registration will be opening on Dec. 13th at 8p.m. at BikeReg 

Functional Threshold Power (FTP) Testing Class

Functional Threshold Power (FTP) is a key factor in your cycling arsenal. Don't worry if you have never heard of it.  Once you learn how it can enhance your workouts you will be hooked.  FTP is a function of the highest power output that can be maintained in a steady state for a period of time.   

With so many regulars coming to the Speed Shop, it's time to offer another way to train even more efficiently.  During the last week of December look for a Functional Threshold Power (FTP) Testing Class.  The class is designed to determine your power zones in order to train more efficiently.    With a structured warm up, the test is done as a 20 minute time trial.  Once you have your appropriate power zones it allows you to apply them directly to each workout.  This is just another great piece of information in addition to heart rate and rate of perceived exertion (RPE). 
Classes are scheduled for Dec. 29 and Dec. 30, 2010. Registration will be at BikeReg.Com

Fall "Top Dog" Time Trial Competition

The Fall "Top Dog" Time Trial Competition will be heating up as the year comes to a close.  Right now Jim W. has maintained his lead in the Men's Overall and Patty C. in the Women's Overall Categories.   Ray T. and Patty C. are holding on to the top at the Master's 40+ .  Greg L. and Donna P. are still in the lead in the Master's 50+ .  New since the last blog update is the Combined ages 80+ Mixed Category. Tsahai T. and Ray T. have a nice lead going into the final few weeks of the competition.  There are rumblings of a few riders getting ready to take a shot at top spots. Stay tuned....
The competition ends on 12/31/2010

Check this out....Reindeer Rescue Run

This Saturday Dec. 11 is an opportunity to run for a great cause  - The Frederick Rescue Mission
~Event has 3 start times to include as many as possible: 7:00, 7:30 and 8:00 at Baker Park in front of the Gazebo

~Each "loop" is about 2.5 miles with each loop ending at the Mission for breakfast. You can do 1, 2 or all 3 loops. The group will trot together at about an 11 min/mi pace
~No registration fee - just bring some nonperishable food for our food pantry or gently used clothes and shoes
~the season - prizes awarded for best costumes -
For more info contact John at jck51@aol.com

Calling all Junior Cyclists!

If you or anyone you know has a junior that has a bike and would like to try a CT class with other juniors please call, email, or text for more information. 

**Gift Certificates Available