Well, even though school is starting, spirits are at an all time high at MOB. That’s right, no sign of the back-to-school blues here. There are just too many exciting things going on to be bothered with furthering one’s education. We have bikes to ride. Get on your bikes!
Speaking of going back to school, though, no self-respecting high schooler should be without a brand new Mock Orange Bikes t-shirt. Coming in several very stylish color combinations, the newest edition of MOB T’s are here! Let all your classmates know where your heart truly lies as you begin your year long wrestling match with honors biology. You would rather be on the porch at MOB, hanging out after a satisfying bike ride, of course! As you enter the shop to pick up your new T and are trying to figure out which hot new version to go with, Charles will gladly model each color for you to help with your decision.
Continuing with great new stuff, the long awaited Mock Orange Bikes water bottles are in stock! Choose from two different sizes and color schemes. That cool, clean water just seems to taste better coming out of that fresh new MOB water bottle.
We are looking forward to this Saturday’s Town and Country road ride. We will meet at the shop at 9 am as usual and ride at a casual pace for about three hours. The weather should be good, the company will be great, so come and get the weekend rolling on the right foot (er, wheel?) The ride will head north of town through Germanton and return to the shop via Rural Hall. We’ll see you then!
Looking a little further ahead, the fifth annual Fourth Street Criterium will be held the evening of Friday, September 8. This is the kick-off event for a great weekend of racing, ending with the Carolina Cup in Greensboro on September 10th. The Fourth Street course is in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem and is lots of fun. Racing starts at 6:15 and concludes with the pro/am race at 8:45. Visit www.4thstreetcrit.com for more information.
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Summertime and the Livin' is Easy
Hello Friends! We certainly hope you all are having a wonderful summer season. Thanks to everyone who came out to the Hanes Park Criterium. We had a great time hanging on the course. It was a great event for both participants and spectators. Thanks to Cyclesafe.org for promoting the race and we are looking forward to next year!
Speaking of cool events, the inaugural Tour de Tuck is taking place this weekend in scenic Jackson County, North Carolina. This promises to be an awesome ride through the beautiful mountains. Beginning in Sylva, NC and heading over to Cherokee to the mouth of the Blue Ridge Parkway, over to the Cashiers area and back through the metropolis of Cullowhee, NC, this promises to be a stellar training ride. There is a 60 mile option as well as a 102 mile version. For more info visit www.tourdetuck.com.
Remember, today is Tuesday, so there must be a ride leaving from the shop this evening! Meet at the shop at six for a twenty mile in-town cruise before re-grouping at the shop. Those who are into a little interval action will then move into “Seven Summits” mode and attempt to conquer the climbs surrounding the shop. Look forward to seeing you!
Speaking of cool events, the inaugural Tour de Tuck is taking place this weekend in scenic Jackson County, North Carolina. This promises to be an awesome ride through the beautiful mountains. Beginning in Sylva, NC and heading over to Cherokee to the mouth of the Blue Ridge Parkway, over to the Cashiers area and back through the metropolis of Cullowhee, NC, this promises to be a stellar training ride. There is a 60 mile option as well as a 102 mile version. For more info visit www.tourdetuck.com.
Remember, today is Tuesday, so there must be a ride leaving from the shop this evening! Meet at the shop at six for a twenty mile in-town cruise before re-grouping at the shop. Those who are into a little interval action will then move into “Seven Summits” mode and attempt to conquer the climbs surrounding the shop. Look forward to seeing you!
Thursday, August 3, 2006
Hanes Park Criterium
Greetings friends! Here in the hot days of summer it sure is fun to hang out with some cool people! We had a blast this past Tuesday night at the first annual MOB “Rider Appreciation Night!” Thanks to everyone who came over to do the ride and enjoy the company and refreshments. We here at the MOB sure had a great time and are now only looking forward to the next opportunity to “kick it” on the porch with our friends.
For those interested in the Saturday morning ride, we will meet at the shop at 9 am. This week we will roll out thru Tobaccoville, back to the shop via Lewisville. This will make for a lovely three hour “Town and Country” loop to kick off the weekend. The pace on this ride is a casual 17-20 mph, so it is a very enjoyable affair for riders of all skill and ability levels. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!
As to the next opportunity to “chill on the porch,” the Hanes Park Criterium returns to Winston-Salem this Sunday, August 6th. Amateur races begin at 8:45, with the pros taking the course at 3:00. This is a grand old course located right here in the Historic West End. Since the shop is located right on the course, what better place to stop and take in the action then the MOB veranda? The “crew” will be using the porch as its base of operations on race day. Please feel free to swing by and hang out! Also of note on this day is the Baux Mtn. Rd Fun Ride. Led by our friend local legend Jim Conrad and a several pro bike riders, the ride will leave the race venue, specifically the Reynolds Auditorium parking lot off of Hawthorne Road, at 10 am. This will be a great way to grab a little fresh air and get back to the venue in time for the two main events, the pro race and the kid’s race. The kid’s races will begin at 4:40. This is always one of the most exciting events for participants and spectators alike. For more information on the day’s festivities please visit www.nccycling.com or www.cyclesafe.org. We look forward to seeing you all this coming Sunday for the Hanes Park Criterium!
For those interested in the Saturday morning ride, we will meet at the shop at 9 am. This week we will roll out thru Tobaccoville, back to the shop via Lewisville. This will make for a lovely three hour “Town and Country” loop to kick off the weekend. The pace on this ride is a casual 17-20 mph, so it is a very enjoyable affair for riders of all skill and ability levels. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!
As to the next opportunity to “chill on the porch,” the Hanes Park Criterium returns to Winston-Salem this Sunday, August 6th. Amateur races begin at 8:45, with the pros taking the course at 3:00. This is a grand old course located right here in the Historic West End. Since the shop is located right on the course, what better place to stop and take in the action then the MOB veranda? The “crew” will be using the porch as its base of operations on race day. Please feel free to swing by and hang out! Also of note on this day is the Baux Mtn. Rd Fun Ride. Led by our friend local legend Jim Conrad and a several pro bike riders, the ride will leave the race venue, specifically the Reynolds Auditorium parking lot off of Hawthorne Road, at 10 am. This will be a great way to grab a little fresh air and get back to the venue in time for the two main events, the pro race and the kid’s race. The kid’s races will begin at 4:40. This is always one of the most exciting events for participants and spectators alike. For more information on the day’s festivities please visit www.nccycling.com or www.cyclesafe.org. We look forward to seeing you all this coming Sunday for the Hanes Park Criterium!
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