Group Rides

Well it seems like Spring may come after all! It is suppose to be uber nice this weekend so we are going to kick of the Endure It! Group rides and hoping to see quite a few folks out on the roads.

To start off this year we once again will have two rides on Saturday, the first being a no drop ride which is around 40 miles or so and an a more advanced drop ride which is a bit over 60 miles.

The exact course map is posted on the right hand side of the blog.

The advanced group ride will leave Endure It! at 7:00am SHARP. We will pick up the second start group at 7:30 from route 59 and 103rd. The distance to and from the store is 60 miles, to and from the second pick up is 40 miles. Be sure the second group is warmed up as the pace will pick up after crossing route 59.

The intermediate ride will begin at 7:30am SHARP from the school parking lot at 248th and 111th. This ride is a no drop and will be led by club member Mary Mars. All abilities are welcome. Mary will work with the last group to develop group riding skills. Road bikes or Triathlon bikes accepted, helmet required.

Just a few notes, please make sure that we are courteous and obey the rules of the road. When riding with the group you represent the club and all members of the club so please make sure we are courteous to everyone on the roads as there are folks of all abilities out riding, we want to make sure we are encouraging folks to get out and ride, not discouraging.

Also be aware of "the dog" on Collins Rd, this thing comes out of nowhere and can be a bit of scare if not expecting it.

Here is a quick link to a great write up on group ride etiquette for those that missed the April meeting or for those that want a refresher, http://www.shastapedali.com/etiquette.htm.

Hope to see everyone out!

Wheel Rental\Trials Now Available

Endure It! is now offering a wheel rental\trial program. This is available in two options the first is a Zipp 606 Clincher Race Set and the second is a sweet CycleOps Powertap.

The CycleOps Powertap is a complete 700c Clincher wheel. The pricing for the rental is available in two options, first is the Weekend 3 day Rental for $25 and second is the Week Long Rental for $50.

The Zipp 606 Clincher Set is once again a complete 700c wheel set and pricing is: $100 for 3 days (If you need this longer for out of town races I am sure something could be worked out).

Also if you rent either of these wheelsets and determine that you want to purchase a new set, the rental fee will be discounted from the purchase price of the order.

For all reservations (or questions) you must email Drew at Drew@endureitsports.com

Galena Triathlon Spots Remain

Looking for a challenging, early season race guaranteed to be packed with Endure It! club members than get out and sign up for the Galena Duathlon\Triathlon. Only 100 spots remain, so don't delay!

Galena Triathlon & Duathlon Almost Full

GALENA, Ill. – A little more than 100 registration spots remain for the 14th Galena Triathlon & Duathlon scheduled for Saturday, May 16. For those who haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time. And remind family, friends and training partners to sign up, too. Once these spots are gone, registration will close. To register, please visit www.galena.org/triathlon. For more information at the race please visit the Web site or contact Melosa Belger, the CVB’s event coordinator, at 815-777-3557 or events@galena.org. Please support the Galena Triathlon & Duathlon sponsors by choosing one of the many great places to stay while visiting from our Lodging Sponsors Web page. For additional visitor information, please call 877-Go Galena (464-2536) or visit www.galena.org.

Intermediate Ride Course Map

Below is the map that we usually follow for the Endure It! Club intermediate ride on Saturday mornings throughout the summer.

We leave from the school at 111th and 248th in Naperville. Once the weather starts to get a bit better we will post the info on start time and details, the intermediate ride typically is a no drop ride! This is a great oppurtunity for all levels to get some quality distance in.