In 2008, we started introduction to racing clinics specifically for women riders, and they were a huge success. For 2009, we are continuing this and adding a introduction to racing for men. Here is the info on the 2009 clinics:

INTRODUCTION TO BICYCLE RACING CLINICS:
Never tried bicycle racing and always wanted to see what it was all about? Want to learn about the basics, and more? Meet other racers, coaches and racing teams? Then this clinic is just for you!

The clinic will include basics of what bike racing is about led by Russell Cree of Upper Echelon Fitness (Men’s – 1st Monday), and  Kendra Wenzel of Wenzel Coaching (Women’s – 2nd Monday)

DATES:
Men’s Clinic:
1st Mondays of each month (Dates: May 4, June 1, July 6, and Aug 3).

Women’s Clinic:
2nd Mondays of each month (Dates: May 11, June 8, July 13, and Aug 10).

TIME:
The event will be held prior to the Women’s or Men’s Novice race starting at 5:45 – then race at 6:15 (Men) or 6:20 (women), and then a re-group when finished with race for a debriefing on the 2nd Mondays of of each month. All clinics are free.

THANKS:
Kendra Wenzel of www.wenzelcoaching.com

Russell Cree and Coaches of www.upperechelonfitness.com

More Info:
TreeHugger.com – Women’s Bicycle Racing Takes Off in Portland – August 2008
Portland Tribune – Clinics help women own track at PIR – May 2008