December Newsletter Volume 2
Some of us are stoking solstice bonfires, and some of us are searching for stocking stuffers, still others are skiing where snowmachines have been, and quickly becoming convinced that there is no place in fairbanks that doesn't have a trail right to the back-door. Whatever you're up to, have a happy midwinter, and be sure to use this latest snow!
Alaska skier's World Cup Victory a First for U.S. Women
Anchorage Pacific University Skier Kikkan Randall became the first-ever American woman to win a gold medal in a World Cup race Sunday and the first American, man or woman, to win an event in 24 years. Holy moly! Read all about it in the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, or check out the International Herald Tribune, France.
And, you can read Kikan's version of events at her website, www.kikkan.com.
Awesome stocking stuffers and Christmas gifts for the active folks in your life
| Blinking handlebar-end lights - they plug right into the end of your handlebar, and they flash! it's awesome. $24.99 |  |
| Or how about getting everyone you know some blinking multi-use bands. It could be a leg-band, could be an arm band, could be a flashing dog collar for nighttime visibility. These are perfect for anyone who goes near a road after dark - while not in a car! $10.99 |  |
| Park tool mechanic box . If they're into bikes, chances are good they'll buy each of these specialized, bicycle-purposed tools anyways. Get 'em all at once! $299. |  |
| Alien tool - a great gift, fits in a stocking and goes along with every ride - don't get caught without the right tool! Alien II $41.99 |  |
| A wax box makes a great way to organize all the stuff you have. It's good and cool. You know? Get it empty and let them fill it, or we can suggest the best of a wide spectrum of waxes for your gliding and/or kicking pleasure. Toko waxing box – with room for an iron and all the wax you need: $89.99 |  |
| How about getting the friend in your life some hats, buy two get one free! |  |
| Ski Gloves from Swix - now better way to let someone know you value their hands. Priced from $26. |  |
Going nowhere, fast! Featured Item: Trainers.
| Our trainers offer you a way to get some hours of fitness in without leaving the warmth and comfort of your living room. All you do is lock the rear wheel of your bicycle into the trainer, and pedal away. Except you don't get much further than the livingroom. |  |
| When getting a workout on the bike indoors, it’s a good idea to protect your bike from dripping sweat, and we have just the thing: Cyclops Bike Thong! The Bike Thong has a terry-cloth triangle to cover your handlebars and top tube of your bike, absorbing the dripping sweat faster than you can say "Lance used one of these, right?". The Bike Thong even has pockets for your remote control, so you don’t have to interrupt your workout to change the channel. | |
A Lighter Shade of Blue
Trek Partners with Team Astana as Official Bike Sponsor
After months of speculation, Trek Bicycle Corporation is pleased to announce that the all-new Astana Pro Cycling Team—led by long-time USPS/Discovery Channel director Johan Bruyneel and headlined by top riders like Alberto Contador, Levi Leipheimer, and Chris Horner—has chosen Trek to be their official bike sponsor. For 2008 and beyond, the world’s best riders will be outfitted with world’s best bikes as they contest the world’s most demanding races.
Read more about the teamup between Trek and Astana at Cyclingnews.com http://www.cyclingnews.com/tech.php?id=tech/2007/news/12-12
Astana Pro Cycling Team will be riding the brilliantly redesigned Trek Madone, and we have a number in stock. Come by the store to debate whether the 08 Madone is a work of art or an engineering marvel …
December Calendar of Events
| Dec 21 | FCC Longest Night Ride | 8pm Ivory Jacks |
| Dec 23 | FCC Sunday ride | Noon, Goldstream General Store |
| Dec 26 | ASPA Fun Race #4 | N. Star Golf Course |
| Dec 27 | ASPA Show'n'Go #1 | TBA |
| Dec 29 | NSCF Ski Your Age in Kilometers | 10 am, Birch Hill |
| Dec 30 | ADMA Challenge #2 | Mushers Hall |
| Dec 30 | FCC Sunday Ride | Noon, Goldstream General Store |
| Jan 6 | ASPA Fun Race (make up) | Creamer's field |
| Jan 12 | NSCF Flint Hills Town Race Series | 8 am, Birch Hill |
| Jan 13 | FCC Sunday ride | Noon, Goldstream General Store |
| Jan 20 | NSCF Distance Series #2 | 11 am, Birch Hill |
| Jan 26 | Fun RAce #5 | 11:30 am, Creamer's Field |
| Feb 2 | ASPA Show 'n' Go #3 | TBA |
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