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I can't think of any catchy titles right now. Just read it, okay?

2007-08-07T17:33:00.000-07:00

This Friday is the beginning of several days of UCI racing. I'm stoked! The big girls are coming back to T-town. It's funny, a couple of months ago the "big girls" (i.e. Liz Reap - Carlson - okay, so 1 big girl) lived in T-town. But now I train with her and it's different that way. And she's great, as a person. Still kicks my a**, though - daily.

I'm not really in a chatting mood, but somehow I feel guilty because Chris and Carrie blog with religious ferver. Hmmmm...........guilt. religion. ..................Hmmmm. Am I on to something? Girls, are you sending me vibes?

Let's see, what happening in my life? I drink too much coffee, train double sessions three times a week, ride every day, work some, drink a beer now and again, sleep as much as possible. Acquaintances are becoming friends. I frequent he perfect bike shop/coffee shop hangout at South Mountain Cycles in Emmaus. I went to the water park for a day. It's just about the perfect life.

The nursing job wasn't turning up much $$. They hadn't called me in three weeks, so I went in and plead my case. Whether is was the tone of desperation or dumb luck, I got some work the next day. I'm thinking about something more permanent in the near future, with regular hours and such. In the best interest of my future patients I went to Borders Books today and bought three intimidatingly thick nursing references. Light reading for the next few months, and hopefully, it'll set me into nursing in the 21st century.

I'm winning races now on Friday nights. I guess that's legitimate cycling blog news, but it makes me uncomfortable (or un*com*for*TE*ble, if you're from the Islands) to talk about it. I got interviewed on Cyclingnews.com. It was pretty awesome except for the way I, apparently, since it was a direct quote, changed tenses three times in the same sentence. I blame it on hypoxia. You can blame it on my education if you like.

Training is draining

2007-07-18T16:42:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone. Hope you are all well. Estoy muy consada (I'm very tired. But learning a bit of Spanish from the Argentines. Not sure about that whole spelling thing, though). Training has picked up to full speed since I got well. It's not uncommon to have double training sessions several days a week. I'm racing every Tuesday and Friday. So far I've only won little stuff, but I got an especially ugly pic on cyclingnew.com! And the front page of the Lehigh Valley Velodrome website (thevelodrome.com). My time is precious and limited right now. Sorry. Off to do some core work and then go to bed. It would be so handy if I only needed six or seven hours a night, but no such luck. It's more like nine or ten. Adios, amigas. Until later............

Perogies and the Appalachian Trail

2007-07-01T08:33:00.000-07:00

Greetings to you from the green state of Pennsylvania! For those of you with whom I haven't maintained contact (and that would be most of you), let me first apologize. It's been an adventure and then some the last month. I left Stl on the brink personal disaster. Stayed in Indianapolis for a few days to race and generally take a breather. My friends Kelly and Chris were kind enough to provide the floor of their spare room and allow me to avoid the inevitable tent experience for a day or two. Driving across Ohio was borderline depressing. About half way into that state I began to wonder about my own state, and seriously contemplated turning around and going home. Then I hit the half way point. And no way was I going back because I'd have to face Ohio all over again!

It rains a lot in Pennsylvania. My tent still stays dry after ten years of use and love. I have pictures - of me camping in the rain, in a blue rain slicker, and my underwear (everything else was wet) - to prove it. Oh, and I slept with a gun. You never know.

I got to the velodrome on a rainy Sunday afternoon, or was it Monday? I can't remember now. No one was around anyhow. And there weren't any campgrounds anywhere nearby. There was one person - Ray Ignosh - the savior who sent me to Walmart for a PA Gazetteer, which did have campgrounds listed relatively nearby. Another really rainy night, luckily the camp host put me on high ground. For $25 a night it sure as heck SHOULD have been on high ground. At that time I didn't have further housing plans other than the ones I was acting out, and it didn't take much math to figure out that at that rate a night I wasn't going to make it more than a few weeks on the money I brought with.

Enter, the Stempa Family. There are some people in this world who deserve higher people points than others, and the Stempas, they are some of those. John, Linda, and Little John invited me into their home on the back side of Blue Mountain. They gave me a bed. They gave me pizza. Ohhh, the pizza! I hadn't been eating too well for while. It may have been the first time in my life I actually knew what "voracious" meant. Best pizza I ever ate.

The Stempas had a friend Michael who lived on the other side of the mountain. Michael must not have thought John was serious when he (John) asked if a homeless cyclist could stay at his place for the summer, because when we showed up at Michael's house day after the pizza............introductions didn't go too well. Back to the Stempa's. One more night with the comforts of Thomas the Tank Engine sheets. Somewhere in the night Michael had a change of heart, th0ugh. I think it had something to do with John calling him and lamenting that I was doomed to live in tent in the rain if he didn't help.

I now live with Michael, and Scott his son. Not only do I have a great abode at the base of Blue Mountain, but neither one of them is ever home and I clean the house once a week in leiu of rent. Not a bad gig at all. Michael is a retired professional motocross racer. He feels the same joy as I do in riding fast. Difference is, he leaves the ground in his pursuit of happiness. I like to keep both wheels connected to the earth. Scott is quiet. He rides a stunt bike (no motor) and is planning a permanent adventure to California here in the next few weeks.

Perogies - balls of mashed potatoes and cheese deep fried until golden brown. Sold at all festival events in this state, including carnivals (I've been to one so far. Every town has one, apparently) and Friday Night Racing at the velodrome.

Appalachian Trail - runs from Springer Mountain, Georgia to Mount Katahdin, Maine - 2,175 miles of single track isolation. It also runs through the Stempa's back yard, practically. They are a designated watering hole in the Thru-hiker Handbook. Strangers shower naked in their back yard and sleep in their garage. Been doing that for eighteen years now. They have a registration book to prove it.

More on Pennsylvania later. And, eventually, I'll get to the track racing.

Out!
Mindi

We have moved!

2007-01-08T19:49:00.000-08:00

We decided it was more intuitive to make a blog that shared the characteristics of our website address (www.stlrevolution.com).
So the new blog is located at:
stlrevolution.blogspot.com

Join us there from now on....

See you soon!
-c

Hey MOM, Hey DAD--Heather & Scott Hill-Congratulations!!

2006-12-19T17:17:00.000-08:00

Look who's talking!!!
Heather and Scott Hill are proud parents of Zachary Joseph Conrad Hill, born December 8th at 9:39 pm. At 20.5 inches and 8 Lbs, one healthy baby.
Give a round and a cigar everyone!!!
The Hammerfest Hills have to be on cloud nine
Congratulations you two.
C-

Better Late than Never!

2006-11-22T20:03:00.000-08:00

Here are the pics from last weekend's trail escapades! Hope to see you all this Sunday, too!
-c

Post Turkey Day Rides

2006-11-22T13:29:00.000-08:00

Friday. Some girls want to ride mountain bikes at SIUE campus Edwardsville. Let us know if you are interested, this is a good beginner and intermediate trail!!
314.581.8818
Saturday 11/25-seems to be a grand day to do a long road ride. We will be doing a 50 mile road ride leaving from Augusta at 9 am. There are optional 20 and 30 mile routes for those of you wanting to build up your endurance and time on the bike. Easy, endurance pace, conversation recommended!!! Visit the website for a downloadable map. Start is at Main and Public in Augusta, Mo.

Sunday 11/26-We will be riding at Castlewood at 10 am-call if you have questions or will be running late

Saturday 11/18 & Sunday 11/19

2006-11-17T13:25:00.000-08:00

Okay, this is the "fat" for the weekend.

Mountain Bike ride Sunday 11/18 at Castlewood, 9 am.
Weather looks to be around 40-50's, just right for the woods. There will probably be 4-5 of us anyway, so come join us.
For those of you who emailed me and cannot come this weekend, catch us another time and keep checking this blog.
If you are a roadie or want to stay warm, don't forget the spin class this Sunday at the Trek store at 10:30, or catch up on pre-Turkey spin at the Alpine Shop on Tuesdays at 7pm.

Let's get rollin'!!!.

Oh,- we are unofficially riding on Saturday at Chubb, so if you are heading out give us a call.
314.581.8818
Later
C-

November Updates V.1

2006-11-16T08:31:00.000-08:00

Hey you gals!!! I am sending a loud cry out to let you know of some things going on that cycling women, athletic women, moms, sisters, wives, etc. need to mark the calendar with.

Busy schedule not allowing enough time for your veggies?
Sunday, Nov. 19th at 5pm, Sally Drake, a Juice Plus dealer will host a happy hourevent in the shop. She will explain just how amazing Juice Plus works, how to snag some for yourself, and possibly how to be a dealer if you are interested. It's free and open to all (with some wine thrown in the mix).

TRAINER sessions: Sunday mornings-from 10:30-11:30am--in-shop no-drop, replacing the no-drop group rides. For more information, you can send an email Jessica@trekstl.com or check out the blog at www.trekstl.blogspot.com.
What the heck are we talking about?? Check out this link: http://bicycling.about.com/od/indoortraining/a/trainers.htm

PILATES: Thursday nights starting Nov. 30th through Feb. 22nd 8pm-9pm, instructor Derek Freund will teach the class. He is a Certified Pilates Instructor. For any questions, you can email him attrihard04@yahoo.com.

Always trying to keep you ladies atop of the latest.

Saturday November 11th Road Ride

2006-11-09T14:55:00.000-08:00

Okay Ladies:
Looks like the folks have spoken!! This Saturday's ride will be a steady hill climbing ride from Babler State Park. We will leave at Noon from the top of the entrance and the clubhouse/office.
We will do approximately 40 miles, 2.5 + hours, steady climbing, working on techniques and power skills. Don't expect to come out and show everyone your stuff, not on this ride!! This is a moderate pace ride that will build character and confidence within the group.

Please email me if you are coming, if I haven't recv'd your reply already.
Let's point the bike upward, gals...
C-

West Si-eed Rides

2006-10-30T21:25:00.000-08:00

OK, so I'm finally posting the pics from my LAST visit. This is from a random walk to work (as you can see it was rainy and there were STILL 7 commuters in 3 blocks around my office!). So, I'm in San Fran again. Nice weather, if you don't mind clouds/fog.

So, speaking of rides, there are no comments about the November 11 ride. Anyone up for it? Waiting for the ride/route info? Alright! We'll get on it. In the meantime, check out what we're doing on the site in terms of route maps!

Have constructive criticism of the new site? Anything missing you wish was there? Email me or Carrie a line anytime!

Talk soon. Ride on.
-c

X Racing!

2006-10-23T09:26:00.000-07:00

So yesterday several women braved the figid wind to ride in the 2nd (?) Cross Race of the season. Pam shot out in front and never looked back, easily (well, easily is a relative term) taking first place. It was fun to watch and I was a bit glad to be a spectator. I still need to learn how to dismount and handle the barriers. There's more photos at Action Images.

Fun, but cold.

So, fall has definitely fallen and it's about time to start gearing up for how we're going to do our winter stuff. We're looking to do a good road ride on November 11 (weather permitting). Anyone up for an afternoon ride? We're taking suggestions on loations and distances.

Let us know what you think!

Where have we been!!!!!?????

2006-10-17T09:43:00.000-07:00

Okay so it seems as if we have been gone forever!!! We have! We went to Interbike, the bicycle trade show in Las Vegas. Trying to take one for the team and meet a few people in the process to further our cause. Look at the lady in the picture, she is dreading one of two things, the huge climb ahead, or the fact that fall and winter are coming. No worries we say!!! Stay on your bike, dress appropriately, and keep riding, it doesn't have to be painful ladies!! Give us your feedback on what you want for the fall and winter. Indoor trainer classes?, Tips on cool weather riding and gear?
Gotta Run, my bike is leaving w/o me!!!
C-

Greetings from the West Coast

2006-10-04T15:04:00.000-07:00

I don't know if you can see this beautiful sunset behind me, but it's an amazing view that my coworkers may often take for granted. It's on the 29th floor looking into San Francisco's bay, I can see this from my desk!

So, on my short journey to this office from my hotel, I always see tons of bikes. Everywhere and every kind. Tomorrow I'm going to try and take portraits of the bikes that I see on my mile walk to work; it amazes me every day how many there are.

Anyway, not much else from me today.
Go ride!
-c

Ladies Looking for a Ride/Bike Test

2006-10-04T08:45:00.000-07:00

Okay, the weather is cooler and the rain has subsided,(for now), sooooo, here's a suggestion I think all of you should consider......
WED, OCT 18TH - Trek Demo Women's ride with Fit For Women Tour and Team Revolution. Queeny Park, 4-6pm.
*****Plan ahead to take a half day or the day off. This is worth it to check out some new bikes and ride with other women looking to stay fit and have some fun. Come on!!! YOU need a short day, right!!?
!!!!Queeny Park test rides on full carbon bikes, and performance mountain bikes. Group road ride at 4pm, come suited to ride. We'll enjoy a cold beverage after our ride, if anyone is interested!

THUR, OCT 19TH - Trek WSD Women's Night Out with Julie Kramer (Female Trek Mechanic) , at Fit For Women Tour
Trek Store STL(Manchester) 6pm. Tracy Fober, Julie Kramer, and Team Revolution speakers will be present to answer questions and help fuel your fire. Free wine and food, hands on experience with flat tire change,
personal tour of the fit room, and in-store discounts on bikes, accessories, and
fits that are scheduled that night.

Any women looking to further their knowledge, take advantage of the community support.
Later Gals,
C-

Team Revolution Apology

2006-09-30T07:13:00.000-07:00

A quick note to Kurt Jambretz, of Action Images, Inc. to apologize for "lifting" the images from our earlier post about Gateway Cup. We've modified that post to include all images as links to go along with our narrative for the weekend.

We, as women cyclists who often get little "press", very much appreciate Action Images presence and coverage of our races. Kurt, please continue to support us and we intend to do the same for you.

On that note, Ladies, check out those race pics! Action Images does a great job of pre-race portraits.

Thanks and go ride your bike!

Rained Out

2006-09-26T09:32:00.000-07:00

So, Sunday was a bust. Oh well, apparently most people get up at 6:30 on Sunday because that's what time it started raining.

Carrie and I headed out to the start anyway, to make sure there were no other cyclists more die-hard than us. We didn't see any, so we lamely turned around and proceded home where we made a pool of sweat under our rollers in front of the TV (watching "White Chicks": 1.5 stars in my book).

Anyway, I'm just writing to see if anyone's interested in a ride tomorrow. Any takers?
Email me (Chris) asap!

Also, our website is ALMOST ready. Well, at least a bit of it. But you'll be able to see the skeleton of what we hope it to be. I'm way excited about the new design and future content. You'll soon be able to check it out at stlrevolution.com

Rev on.
-c

WE ARE RIDING

2006-09-23T04:30:00.000-07:00

Here's hoping the rain will hold off until most people are waking up!

Wednesday Ride 15 Minutes earlier

2006-09-12T16:22:00.000-07:00

Hey Ladies!!! Due to the days shortening and a little less light, we are going to start about 15 minutes earlier this Wednesday. So see you at 5:45 at St Louis Bread Co. in Webster. If you cannot make it until 6, give me a call and we'll make it happen, so you can ride too.
See ya
C-
314.581.8818

Gateway Cup Weekend: Updated

2006-09-07T13:15:00.000-07:00

Okay--We are all alive, well, and have all of our limbs, and skin.
Check out the pics!!!
+ Liz visualizing
+ Okay ladies here we go!!! Hang on!
+ Laying down the law in turn 4 at Washington.
+ Chris and Jen Goldstein stay atop of "Big Red's" tactics at the Giro.
+ Mindi on the Offensive!!
+ She makes it to the break.
+ Got to get to the front to slow it down. Come on, Kick it in!!!!

My favorite pic of the weekend is, hands-down, this picture from Action Images, Inc. of the crash on the Hill. Amazine timing! Really, I heard it happening as I was around the turn, and hoped everyone was okay.

Our Team Revolution did exceptionally well this past weekend.
+ Mindi Martin turned OLD (30) and received a big bag of rocks for her WIN on the Hill.
+I (Carrie Cash) gracefully (well luckily) floated in on two 4th place finishes and a 7th; managing 4th overall for the weekend.
+ Chris Roettger inspired new women to cycling with her consistent finishes of 2nd, 3rd, 2nd and a big Numero UNO on the Loop.
+ Liz Busse also joined the effort on Friday, Saturday, and Monday. Kuddos to great racing, girl!!!

Each day was packed full of excitement for both the P, 1,2,3 field and the Cat 4 field. The pictures tell more than words.
All in all we had a great time and are looking for 2007 to grow more interest for women who like to be competitive and ride a bike.

Rev on!

Saturday Sept. 2nd Ride

2006-08-31T13:24:00.000-07:00

Check it out: Women? Can you relate???

NOW GO RIDE!!!

Gateway of Hope ride

2006-08-25T09:51:00.000-07:00

Team Revolution tries to recognize the causes that require our support. As women, we are aware of the concerns of cancer. We would like all of you to be aware of the ride that is taking place from Forest Park-World's Fair Pavilion, this Saturday.
A few of the Team Revolution supporters will be joining the fight against cancer in the 55 mile ride.
To join the girls and ride along, contact: Alane Carder 314-799-2238 and Becky Cato Karie Casey (314) 436-6757
So come join everyone
What? Scottrade Gateway of Hope Ride and Festival

When? Saturday, August 26, 2006
Registration is from 7-9. The cost is $30.00. (Trailnet sponsored)
Ride, then party...or make your ride a party and party some more. Shortest distance
is 6 miles, longest is 62. No excuses.

Where? Forest Park, Worlds Fair Pavilion - start and finish.

Why? The goal is to put our passion to a purpose and try to raise some money for a
good cause.

Riders will raise money for cancer victims and get to ride their bikes to boot. All of
the proceeds go to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. When it is over, there will be
New Belgium beer, brat's, burgers, and The Ralph Butler Band playing to hang out and
refuel our engines with friends.

Okay, got your interest? For more info check out the web page at
www.gatewayofhope.info .

Please pass this along to anyone you may know who may be interested. All are
welcome to come just for the festival at The World's Fair Pavillion even if they
don't ride or are still on training wheels.

Saturday Millstadt Century

2006-08-17T11:45:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies! Alane Carder and Becky Cato are wanting some company on Sat. at the Millstadt Beer and Brat Five-Star Century Ride starting at 7am. Alane says give her a call if you want to coordinate doing the ride with a few familiar girls, or the TR affiliates 314.799.2238
Millstadt, Illinois VFW Hall. Complete a metric century loop
(67 miles) in the morning, have lunch at the VFW Hall on us, and finish your ride after lunch.
The roads will be clearly marked, maps will be available, as well as SAG support by Maplewood Bicycle,
and rest stops. For those riders completing the century, a patch willbe available.
Timing your ride is an option but is required of those who hope to earn a 100-mile
patch.
Sign up in advance at our website: www.moonlightramble.com. Cost: $25 for HI-USA
members; $30 for
non-members, includes lunch. Event Coordinators: Dave Reiter,
314-406-2359 or
davereiter1@earthlink.net and Juanita Haley, 618-337-3499 or
jm_haley@sbcglobal.net.

Womens Forum-Membership

2006-08-15T12:39:00.000-07:00

Hello Ladies, Gals, fellow cycling chicks,
We (Team Revolution) are now live on STLBiking.com. As a member of Team Revolution, you can access the Team Revolution Forum and chat about women only issues, concerns, share tips, pick each others brain, all without a bunch of guys interrupting.
Contact me or Chris to get you set up as a member and we will get you a passcode, so you can start telling it like it is.
Talk to you soon. Oh and our Jerseys are in also.
Check 'em out-Members get a hefty discount over non Members.
CU
C-
314.581.8818
carrie@stlrevolution.com

CANCELLED-RAINOUT

2006-08-09T15:03:00.000-07:00

It's Wednesday and it is raining. No ride tonight ladies. Catch a ride in the a.m., before work!!!
Later
Chicks
C-

August 5-6 weekend

2006-08-04T17:34:00.000-07:00

Looks like there are a couple of rides going on this weekend!!!
1)Mesa Cycles hosts an MS 150 training ride that leaves from Big Bend and Clayton at 8 am on Saturday.

2)Ghisallo of Chesterfield leads a ride from Chesterfield bottoms out to St Albans at 7:30 am Saturday. It is intermediate brisk-fast pace and about 35 miles.

3)Alpine Shop hosts a leisurely paced ride that leaves the Forest Park Science Center side parking lot at 8 am Saturday. There are stops so bring $$$$. It will take you along the Bike St. Louis Route, approx. 20 miles

4)Big Shark leads a ride from the Big Shark shop in U-City that leaves at 7:30 am Saturday

5)Trailnet Ride:

6)Sunday there is an upbeat brisk paced training ride that leaves from Clayton Road and Hanley at 6:30 am. 2.5 30ish mile route, or 3.5-4 65-70 mile route. Come dedicated, this is "NOT" a no-drop, or supported ride

Have a great weekend
Ride On
C-

Needed: Non-race photos needed to updated images

2006-08-02T14:19:00.000-07:00

Get tired of seeing 2-3 people who are riding or racing? Send me your images and I will upload them.
carrie@stlrevolution.com

Emilie Duchow of Team Kenda is hard at work up the start/finish stretch

Yep, thats me, Carrie in the mens 3's field at Superweek

Carrie in the Men's 3's race at Green Bay rounding the corner

Chris is comfortable on the wheels of her contenders

Rule # 1 fight to stay on the wheel! Chris and Emilie at sitting tight

Wednesday Night Ride!!! No Storm-yeah

2006-07-26T14:40:00.000-07:00

Hey gals, take a look at some of the latest pics and come join us tonight at Webster Groves Bread Co. at 6 pm for an easy ride on the road

Chris takes a moment of silence at Superweek for a fellow racer who died the day before

Lisa drops off of the end of "blue ribbon" trail at Castlewood

We met a great fellow female rider on the trail

We all take a minute after climbing. Let's go downhill now!!!

Short steep climb on the riverfront

Let's Mountain Bike Ride!!!

2006-07-06T12:46:00.000-07:00

It's Thursday and we're at Castlewood!!!! 6 pm Call if you are running late
314*581*8818
SEE YA
C-

Note from Jessica: EVENTS please read

2006-07-05T13:48:00.000-07:00

Hello Fellow Riders
Jessica from the Trek Store is keeping us informed on whats out there for the gals!!!!

"Our womens rides are still going on each Sunday morning from Kaldi's! If anyone
knows of a longer route to Clayton Rd., let us know and we can extend it even
further.

Katie and I will be hosting another womens repair clinic on Sunday, July 9th.
Hopefully Team Revolution can come by for a ride afterwards! If you are interested
in doing a ride with the Team Rev ladies, let me know what type of riding you want
to do (hybrid, road, mountain) and I can tell Carrie. We will be giving discounts
on all accessories.

Also, our mechanics will be wrenching out repair clinics every first Wednesday of
the month at 6pm. It is our "Mercoledi" Monthly Maintenance clinics (Mercoledi
stands for Wednesday in Italian). They are free and open to everyone, so spread the
word! Bicycle maintenance is crucial for staying safe and riding better. So many
women from our first clinic have told me that they encountered flat tires and were
able to fix them on their own.

Wednesday, July 19th we will ride out hill repeats around the Valley
Park area, followed by watching the hill stage at the shop. Mark your calendars and
keep checking our blog: http://trekstl.blogspot.com!"

It's your own fault if you're not having fun!!! Now go ride!!

2006-06-30T08:43:00.000-07:00

Carrie enjoying a post "Stella" to recover

"This is Awesome"

"Whoa! Easy does it....Naw, let 'er rip!!!

How can you beat the view of Lake Tahoe, It's a Rush that Chris is on!

Murphy taking a minute by the lake to ramp up for the flip turnaround

thursday SIUE Ride

2006-06-29T14:14:00.000-07:00

ladies, I will not be able to make it tonight, I cannot find anyone to watch my kids. have fun and let me know how it goes
Thanks
C-

2006-06-29T08:07:00.000-07:00

Matson Hill saw a great group of Contenders

Suzanne hammers the hill the feed zone

Chris asks "Whew....Are we done yet?"

Catching up

2006-06-29T07:40:00.000-07:00

Chris, working hard at Winghaven

Take a look at some of the awesome newcomers to the sport

Alane and Ekatarina work together to duke it out in the end

Jenn bringin home the victory

MTB in Tahoe

2006-06-20T05:49:00.000-07:00

*Disclaimer: This picture is not of anyone we know. Hopefullly we'll return with many pictures of our own.

**Note: We've moved the Thursday MTB ride to Tahoe. Details like specific time and place are sketchy, but we'll try and keep you posted. If you can't make that ride we hope you find some singletrack or road here to hit.

Carrie and Chris are off to Tahoe and will not be returning to Missouri until next week (Monday, June 26). There will still be a Wednesday night road ride, so don't skip. Have a great week and we challenge you to have some riding stories to top ours!

Later!
-c

State Road Race

2006-06-16T07:05:00.000-07:00

Hot, Hot, and even hotter. That is all I can say about that. 66 miles of pedals, sweat, and tears for me, 44 for Chris, Ekatarina, Shioban, Rhiannon, Jenn, Kari Casey, Sara Nelson and Becky Huinker. Man oh Man, was it hot. We all finished, some better than others, however, all realized, I do believe, that hydration is definately very important.

riding for the fun of it!!!

2006-06-16T06:57:00.000-07:00

We had a great time on Monday night at the 370/Elm ride. It was an east paced ride of about 18 avg. and we worked on echelons that decreased our work effort by 50% each. Alane Carder and Becky Cato (of Velo Force), and their friend Matt rode along with us. Good Stuff.
On Wednesday we had about 7 people for our Bread Co. ride in Webster Groves.
Last night, Thursday, we rode at SIUE. Liz came out and borrowed a bike to give MTB a whirl for the first time. She did fantastic!!! We were joined by Lisa Brown and GiGi Kuerschgen. Kuddos to all of them for having so much fun. We road up and down, across little logs, for about an hour and fourty five minutes. Great fun and lots of laughs. If anyone wants to come out and does not have a mountain bike, or road bike, let us know and we will try to round one up for you.

This is the BOG of the night

2006-06-11T19:48:00.000-07:00

Monday morning MTB ride is cancelled due to all the rain and the trails being sooo muddy. We don't want to tear up the trails and get "bogged" down. Catch us later gals!!

C-

Ride!! Ride!! Ride!!

2006-06-09T19:23:00.000-07:00

HEY GALS, HEY GALS, HEY GALS, HEY GALS, HEY GALS,

SATURDAY-Traci Berry (Alpine Shop) will be leading an all womens ride from the Laclede Power Center(1246 Lewis Street 63102) just north of the Lacledes Landing, at 8:30 am. Contact # 409-2370 in case of traffic or you are lost :)

SUNDAY- We are having a ride at Queeny Park at Noon. We may go out on the road for a few more miles if some want.
Barb Gass-Horn will be representing Team Revolution. Contact Barb @221-1365 or Carrie @581-8818.

***The Trek Store in Manchester is hosting a maintenance clinic, prior to the ride, at 10:30. Take advantage of the free info.

For the more competitive ones-you might go check out the Quartermax/Octamax Triathalons out in Innsbrook.
http://www.swimbikerunstlouis.com/
If nothing else it is beautiful country to ride in or just take a drive to relax and watch others compete with their passion for cycling/running.

KEEP YOUR EARS AND EYES POSTED FOR UPCOMING CLINICS IN JULY!!!
Have a wonderful weekend!!
Gears....I mean Cheers!!
C-

ALL GIRLS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE!!! TONIGHT

2006-06-08T08:09:00.000-07:00

6 PM CASTLEWOOD, ALL GIRLS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE. COME JOIN US. WE'LL HAVE SOME FUN PLAYING IN THE DIRT
SEE YA
C-

Sunday rides

2006-06-03T05:41:00.000-07:00

Hey Ladies,
I am taking a hiatus this weekend to go to a wedding, but.....there are things happening around town.

SUNDAY-A ride will be led from the Trek store, 13922 Manchester Rd. - in between 141 and 270, at 9am, contact Katie Arehardt or Jessica Meyer (636) 394-2453 (or) cycleroadiej@sbcglobal.net.
A Bicycle Fun Club Ride starts in Wentzville at 9am, there is a ride fee. Information-http://trailnet.org/calendar.php

SATURDAY-A MS150 prep ride leaves from Mesa at 8am. contact Adrienne Murphy, 314.645.4447
Alpine Shop host an all womens ride at 8 am contact Traci Berry at tberry@alpineshop.com (or) (314) 962-7715

Whatever you do take a note from Suzanne and pump up your tires and GO RIDE!!! and ride for me too!!!
Talk to you later.
C-

BRAKES

2006-05-31T13:01:00.000-07:00

Look at Chris's face, she says your supposed to use your head when you ride, I guess it worked for her!!!!! :)

Face Plant

2006-05-31T10:40:00.000-07:00

Here's the evidence of my face plant from Sunday. A bit bruised, but will hopefully clear up fast. What a ride that was. It was in theSoquel (pronounced "So Cal") Demostration Forest outside of Santa Cruz.

Here's Murphy's (my riding partner that day) description of our ride up the mountain and then down "Sawpit" trail:
"At Soquel we did about 2100 ft of climbing and about 12 miles. Two or three near vertical rock gardens, a couple of 12 foot root chutes, about five ravines, one vert ramp vertical exit over a horizontal root, a couple of near unrideable rock gardens going up, a dozen jumps, fifteen switchbacks, a half dozen slingshot supercross berms, several off camber "s" curves with varying transition rates, I don't know how many drops and one face plant." I get breathless just thinking about it. Black diamond stuff for sure, but the most fun (and fear) I've had on a bike in my life.

I'm still in San Francisco and managed to squeeze in one more ride in Oakland yesterday. An 8 mile loop with one kicker of a "hill". Whew! It was a fire road, which is a lot like a narrow gravel road. It was really bumpy, though, due to the near-two-months of rain they had here in Feb/March. SO, it was a safe, fast ride (except for the climb!), meant for aerobic training. Nice urban trail!

Rock Island-Quad Cities

2006-05-29T19:51:00.000-07:00

So, I said I should do well, and I kinda did, 8th was what I squeeked out of 40 women. It was flat, fast and fun. I just didn't plan one turn early enough..
Anyway, the racing weekend is over and it is back to the normal week, and riding our bikes.
Is everyone ready for summer, we are getting a taste of it now and more on the way.
Hope for rain!!!!!
What about everyone elses weekend, tell us about them.
Feel free to comment and give us a piece of your fun weekend to listen to and with others.
Thanks for the good thoughts everyone, it seemed to contribute to my good weekend.
C-

Quad Cities

2006-05-29T06:34:00.000-07:00

HOT! HOT! HOT!
It is sooo hot up here in Illinois/Iowa (Quad Cities). I am racing this weekend and I have to say it hurts, a lot a bit. Saturday we did a thing called "Snake Alley", which is a 1 block straight uphill cobble stone climb with the remaining approx. mile being primarily downhill until you come around again to climb the crooked street. They used to use it for testing draft horses ability to pull a work load uphill back and forth pulling a wagon. Anyway, I thought I was going to die, it was so hot!~!! I mustard out a 20th spot out of approx. 40 women.

On Sunday we went to Weed Park in Muscatine. Kind of like being in Carondelet Park only a little longer climb. Though I was a goner once, hurt really bad another due to my engine overheating, but somehow with 2 laps to go I kicked myself in the rear and sent myself flying for a 6 place finish.

I will let you know how the Memorial Day crit goes. It is flat, fast, and lots of turns. Should be a good day for me. My motivation you say? $2400 in the pot, 20 places, but the $500 first place is like a carrot on a stick or should I say a rabbit on a rail!!!

How about that lucky Chris out in Cali?
See ya!
go ride today ladies and by all means have a blast.

Weekend Rollercoaster in Bay Area

2006-05-28T22:38:00.000-07:00

Whew.

I am speechless right now at the weekend I've had in San Francisco (actually, the surrounding mountains). I have little energy to type, I am bruised, beat and utterly happy. I got to hook up with one of the coolest people I've met here in SF; he lent me his bike, drove me to the best trails, took me surfing, fed me (and gave me too many beers) and blasted the way down some wicked fun singletrack. Thank you, Murphy.

Whew.

I can't even think straight; I'm completely overwhelmed. I'll try and get pics up, but they're all kind of lame posing-at-the-top kind of pictures with a disposable camera and do little justice for the whole experience. The views were uh-may-zing; so many that I missed due to looking at my trail. But everywhere I looked it was beautiful: overlooks, waterfalls, redwoods....

Babbling; stupid, happy babbling. This weekend is why I love mountain biking: 75% scaring myself to death, 24% fun, excersize and adrenaline (maybe a bit more on the adrenaline) and 1% cursing the hills I have to climb just to flyl down.

Sigh.
Did I mention the surfing? A whole other thing, but, wow.

Memorial Day

2006-05-26T13:07:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,
We will be out of town on Monday and the 7:30am ride will not have a leader. Enjoy the Holiday!!!!
I will be away from my computer over the weekend so, contact Chris, Barb, or Mindi if you have any concerns or questions.
See the May calendar in April archives for email and phone information.
Later Ladies
C-

SIUE RIDE

2006-05-25T11:55:00.000-07:00

I do not have a leader tonight for the SIUE MTB ride in Edwardsville, Illinois.
The GORC crew will be there riding, however.
If you have not been to this trail, get a map from the GORC website, or be sure to go with someone who knows the trail.
Questions, give me a call.
Carrie

Dead Weights

2006-05-23T15:49:00.000-07:00

Anchors, Bobbers, Lures, Dead Weights, we collect 'em all. Never think for once that Team Revolution is not for YOU! Some of us are racers, and love to go fast, but when we're supposed to go fast. We love to go easy, take our time and enjoy the surroundings. This is something you can't do very well when you are going fast.
Team Revolution is about you. Team Revolution is about learning, having fun, and growing. Team Revolution depends on each and every one of you to come ride and get your friends out there. This is for us, but it gives us great joy to give you ladies a place to ride, talk, learn, gain confidence, gain fitness, laugh, go slow, and go fast.
Hang on to your desire no matter what level of cyclist you are. A cyclist is someone who enjoys being on a set of tires with a lot of air to lift them up.
We are dedicated to making this what every woman wants and needs, so bear with us in the slow times and we will send rewards right back at you.

Now,....Come ride with us!!!!

C-

Monday mornings rock!!!

2006-05-22T10:26:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,
How was the weekend? As it stands now, weather is great, however, Wed and Thurs doesn't look so good according to the weather man. Some things to think about:

When do I like to ride?
When is riding convenient for me?
What do I want out of a group ride?
What kind of ride is best for me?
Is Team Revolution giving me this, or how can I tell what would be better?
Would I benefit from an extensive informational and instructional seminar/clinic tailored just for women?

Bottom Line: We need your feedback!!!! Ladies, Friends, Shop employees, Shop Owners. We can only be in a few places at one time and don't always here what you are saying or telling the sales people or your friends at work about your cycling hobby.
TALK TO US...LET US HAVE IT....BLURT IT OUT :)

See ya Chicas
C-

2006-05-18T09:18:00.000-07:00

Good Job Ladies

2006-05-18T08:33:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to thank everyone for coming out and riding with us last night. You gals did superb!!! I love seeing the enthusiasm in all of you that ride. We want to make sure it stays that way, so let us have it. Tell us how we are doing. You know those trucks with the sticker that says, 'HOW'S MY DRIVING?', well let us know, good, bad or concerned.
Just a reminder that tonight is the beginner mtb ride at SIUE. Here is the link to the map to give you directions. We will meet at 6pm. www.gorctrails.com/trails/msiue.asp
***There will be a ride on Saturday at 9 am for basics and fundamentals at Forest Park History Museum. At 11 am Ekatarina, will leave out from the History Museum to go on a 28-30 mile ride for intermediate riders.
Sunday plans? We'll get back to you tomorrow.
See ya
C-

NO-DROP ROAD RIDE

2006-05-16T13:59:00.000-07:00

HEY GALS,
Let's try this one more time!!!! It's Wednesday and 6pm we roll out from Bread Co. in Webster Groves (next to Straubs). No-Drop road ride approx. 15-18 miles, at approx. 14-16 mph avg. Come ride with us, and leave everything else at work or home!!!
See ya there
C-

Rain Out!

2006-05-14T20:17:00.000-07:00

I'm afraid another ride has been canceled due to rain. Since there's no better way (that I can think of at 10pm the night before) to get the word out; this is where we'll be posting rain-outs.

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For the record, we'll be posting cancelations for team mountain bike rides as a "go" or "no go" here around 8pm the night before. Or, if it's raining in the morning; check the blog.

Um, yeah, so what I'm saying is: check the blog. Religiously. Or for rainouts (since that's mostly what we've been posting lately).

But, for tomorrow, I'm assuming this mist is going to make the trails messy. So, we'll see you next week.
-chris

What the World?!!!

2006-05-11T14:29:00.000-07:00

Hey Gals-The GORC guys say that the SIUE trail is unrideable. Hence another Thursday evening mountain bike ride put on hold. However, we are still on for the Friday night Bike Basic skills at Forest Park at 6pm. We will meet at the boathouse and go from there. Come with questions and your bike for a few drills, as well as, miss the traffic of rush hour and pass the time with us.

Spring time is here, Sorry for the rainouts, stay enthused

RAIN-RAIN GO AWAY-RIDE CANCELLED :(

2006-05-10T14:52:00.000-07:00

SORRY THE RIDE HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR WEDNESDAY, 6PM AT BREAD CO. IN WEBSTER GROVES.
SEE YA FRIDAY AFTER WORK OR SATURDAY IN FOREST PARK.
IT'S STILL RAINING!!!
RAINCHECKS GALORE
C-

Happenings

2006-05-10T09:11:00.000-07:00

Hey gals, seems as if the rumble is getting around! Over the past week we had quite the happenings. Wednesday we were joined on our road ride by Erin and Jodi to do our 15-20 mile "no-drop" ride from Bread Co. in Webster Groves. We were sprinkled heavily on midway through the ride, but had a great time, nonetheless. Cinco de Mayo came and went, I met a great new rider at Forest Park for Q & A night. Saturday, I raced in Illinois and donated my oxygen (ha ha). A second is good enough for this 30something'er. On Sunday Barb kicked it up on the Trailnet ride from Carondelet park. Cycling is contagious ladies, be careful, smiles are hard to get rid of!!! Keep riding and come join us. Check out the calendar.

***Rain info: 314.581.8818***

This Week w/ Team Rev:

Wednesday: 6 pm Barring rain at start time-Webster Groves Bread Co. "No-Drop" 15-20 miles. Come have fun and learn to ride on the road.
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Thursday: 6 pm (Check for rain update-location/activity) SIUE beginners MTB ride. 12 miles easy rolling smooth terrain. Learn some mountain Bike Mojo
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Friday: 6pm MTB Skills 101-Forest Park Boat House. This is an approx. 1-1.5 hr. skills course on things such as balancing, center of gravity on a bike, path focus, braking, obstacles, and turning to name a few. *****NO MATTER YOUR LEVEL, this short course will give you some small tidbits of info to help you ride better.
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Saturday: 9 am Forest Park ride leaving at from History Museum. (Beginner-All Welcome to come learn skills and fun)
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Saturday: 11 am Forest Park ride from History Museum (Leave the Park and ride on the road for approx. 1.5 hrs at slow-moderate pace to help acquaint riders w/traffic and group riding.
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Saturday 2: 9:30 am Castlewood MTB ride. (easy going ride for learners and fun)
Sunday: It's MOM'S day and they get to ride if they want.

***Rain info: 314.581.8818***

See ya there^
C-

Thursday SIUE Ride CANCELLED!!!

2006-05-04T10:54:00.000-07:00

Ladies the trail at SIUE is unrideable for a couple of days. I will get back to you on an alternative to rainouts when it comes to this ride.
Talk soon.
Thanks
C-

May Flowers

2006-05-01T11:59:00.000-07:00

Ladies-May has arrived and I want to tell each and every one of you...Get Out and Ride!!! Our calendar is posted, so take a look at it and join us if you can. The May calendar is your reference to what we have now and we rely on your feedback to adjust each and every month. This week (May 1st-May 5th(Cinco de Mayo) and the lovely weekend, we have a variety of rides planned.

Wednesday-Webster Groves Bread Co. Road Ride-we leave at 6 pm sharp, this is a no drop/or beginner ride. approx. 1 hr in length.

Thursday-SIUE Beginner MTB ride-meeting at 6pm for a casual learning experience on some smooth singletrack.

Friday-Forest Park (see flyer)-A Question & Answer session to voice your concerns and inquiries about the vast world of biking.
We will also address some of the basis maintence tips needed with owning and riding a bicycle.

SAT & SUN-Looks like a Castlewood adventure. Keep posted for full details!!

We are glad to have all of you and hope you will bring others who might be interested in joining the Team Revolution group and begin "Rolling" in the fun and frolic.

Talk to you soon
C-

MAY CALENDAR PREVIEW

2006-04-27T10:52:00.000-07:00

DBL CLICK to ZOOM

May 5th Q & A Clinic

2006-04-27T10:25:00.000-07:00

DBL Click to Zoom

Beautiful St Louis

2006-04-25T07:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Ladies--It seems the weather is holding for us and May is just around the corner. On a note of the upcoming year, I know some of you will be doing the charity rides and getting ready for the upcoming MS 150. One of the crew reminded me of the Ozark 100, in Ozark, MO. on June 22nd. This is a great ride for a great cause. If you are looking to get out of St. Louis and travel southwest into the beautiful lake country, mark it on your calendar. This is great training and exercise for everyone. The mileage is 25, 62 or 100 miles, pick your poison.
May is next week ladies, lets get ready to go ride. If you get a chance this weekend, come check out some of the more competitive people in our community and support them at Carondelet park on Saturday and Forest Park on Sunday.
Details can be found at STLBiking.com

'Til Later
Carrie

Wednesday (Hump Day)

2006-04-19T07:15:00.000-07:00

Ladies, it is Wednesday the 19th of April, and the showers are among us. I am finalizing the calendar for May and would like to know everyones opinion on types of rides they would like to see and/or what is better for them. In order for us to provide the best riding we can for our women in the community, we need your feedback. Details concerning membership and benefits will be in upcoming posts, so stay tuned.
Clinics, rides, support, it's here, just keep your eyes peeled.
Later girls
C-

Happy Easter

2006-04-16T07:10:00.000-07:00

Just want to wish everyone a Happy Easter. Hope you got a chance to enjoy the sweet weather. Please comment on anything that concerns you this Sunday, as well as, times anyone would like to meet to ride etc.

Hop on everyone!!!!

Carrie and the crew.
Talk to you soon.

Ride on Saturday

2006-04-14T18:51:00.000-07:00

Hey girlz,
As May approaches, we will be sending unofficial updates on different rides. We are meeting at Castlewood at 9 am on Saturday April 15th to enjoy some trails. Join us if you can. In the meantime, until we May, I do believe Lori Kohls will be leading a road ride from the Big Shark bike shop at 7:30 am.
Let us know what works best for most of you on time schedules during the week, Mornings vs. Evening, MTB, Road, Park etc. etc. Give us a call if you have any questions.
314.581.8818

see ya in the morning.
The Rev On Sisters

Ride! Ride! Ride!

2006-04-14T05:49:00.000-07:00

Hey Gals,
Here we go, May (being our official start month) is almost here and we are gearing up for some good riding. May is National Bike Month, and we all should enjoy a little extra time on the bike to support the effort.
As far as April goes, we are riding at irregular times, but we will post the times, type, and ability level as soon as the ride is known, so keep checking. If you need to call in regards to time and/or you might be running late, here is the # 314.581.8818

Sooner than Later, Girls
C-

MTB Festival: Sunday!

2006-04-10T20:52:00.000-07:00

Whew! 40 miles...sunshine and smiles (oh and my aching quads). Just wanted to say kudos to Nancy, Jennifer, Lorine (sp?), Brittany, Amanda, Leigh (sp?), Alane and Becky. Who were the chics stokin' for the guys on tandems? Rock on, ladies. Pass this sickness on to all your friends and soon we'll have guys pulling over for us.

I don't know if anybody got a chance to talk to the Trek girls. I wanted to give them a hard time for not joining us on the epic ride, so if you get a chance, drop those girls a line and let them know we missed them on our ride.

Or, if you have specific thoughts or suggestions you'd like to share with me about your experience or the shaping of the team, don't hesistate to email me.

Now...back to the hot tub.

Rev on.
-carrie

MTB Festival: Day 2

2006-04-08T19:25:00.000-07:00

Awesome!!!! Rode, rode some more, single, geared, lots of riding. It was a blast. Lots of people, met a great group of girls. Alll really committed to pedaling two wheels. Great job, girlz!! Kuddos to the girls from Trek, and the time they are giving to helping women in the midwest enjoy MTBing. Played a mean game of " No Touch" , those guys are ruthless, sometimes. Look forward to tomorrow and a few more trails, and some new faces. I would forsee the faces today becoming part of the team and joining the Revolution team. The Revolution gang with be holding a MTB ride at least once a week to help encourage, and help women enjoy there time on the trails, so keep glued to the blog to see what the April showers have done for the May fun.

See ya there, gals!!!!

Midwest MTB Festival: April 7-9, 2006

2006-03-21T06:48:00.000-08:00

Register now!

GORC is putting on 3 fun days of moutain biking, hillbilly music, cycling advocacy, bike demos, tips and instruction. Trek and Orbea will be there; Trek is sending over Chrissy de Jonge and Chris Garrison to promote the sport and help women get fit on bikes made for us.

Check out the GORC site for the real details. Also, it's worth noting (again) that you must register for this event. See you there!

ICCC Crit: March 18, 2006

2006-03-21T06:14:00.000-08:00

On a brisk Saturday afternoon, for all categories in Saturday's ICCC Criterium (yes, that's a lot of C's), there were 12 women racing. Hmmm. Well, figure you have a few that are sick (Amy) and some feeling under-trained (Mindy) and fill in the blank with any other reason and the total number of women is still under 20.

I come from a background of running. I grew up around it; Mom was a runner and always doing local races. (She ran Chicago in '85 and I still have yet to beat her time.) It's always blown my mind how many people will show up for a run. Then I look at the cycling scene and it just puzzles me.

Where are all the women riders?

I asked my friend Angela, after winning my race against two other women in the Cat 4 race, "In what running event could you have any expectation of winning that race--even placing in your age group?". We're athletes, and she's a strong runner. But winning? No. We'd go to (running) races for the event, the people, the discipline; not the "winning".

OK, so it's not about the winning. Really. But it'd be nice to have more people [read: women] out there.

Coming Soon

2006-03-06T20:53:00.000-08:00

This blog is coming soon. Thank you for looking and check back soon (and often). Until then, ride your bike (that's probably where we are right now...).

Rev on.