Here are three training tips for the Warriors Cycling spring races. The Ridgeline Rampage and Battle the Bear are fast races, but also have many short punchy climbs that require short bursts of power. The races are also long enough that nutrition may fail you if you haven't planned accordingly. Here are some tips to help you ride to a successful event. Pick up the intensity. You should be riding 1-2 days a week with high intensity for 1-2 hrs depending on your event distance. High … [Read more...]
The 13th annual Battle the Bear was a huge success last weekend at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, Colorado. This marked the 2nd event in the 2014 Rocky Mountain Endurance Series. Racers of all ages came out to enjoy the beautiful venue and absolutely gorgeous weather! RME’s Presenting Sponsor, Giant Bicycles provided mechanical support as well as demo bikes, showcasing their new Anthem and Lust models. Oskar Blues Brewery offered cold brews, which was a well deserved and much appreciated … [Read more...]
First and foremost, thank you to all our Rocky Mountain Endurance athletes who gave "good sport" a renewed meaning. Turns out, we here at RME, don't control the weather the way we thought we did. Humbling reminder that makes us appreciate our sunny training rides. Thankfully, with the support and positive feedback of all of you we were able to protect our trails from damage and make up the race in a smooth fashion. It was exciting to see the buzz of the Honey Bear jumpy castle grow as … [Read more...]
SUNDAY'S RACE DAY!! See everyone at Bear Creek for Take Two of Battle the Bear. Same location and start times as our original date. Also, BBQ, shady venue in what looks to be a hot day, Kid's Zone Festivities, Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest and More! See you there! … [Read more...]
Attention: Today's Battle the Bear Race has been canceled due to rain. Stay tuned for our reschedule plan for this race. Please be patient as we sort out the details and then attend to each of your specific emails. Thanks everyone! We know this is the best decision. Please check in at our Facebook Page and Twitter … [Read more...]