Races, Rides & Parties: what more could a girl or guy want?

Events, Events, Events...that's what's news this week....lots going on in cycling through July, so get your calendar out and SAVE the dates----
First upcoming event is: our Saturday ride from Biycle John's (29041 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Agoura, CA)---this Saturday July10th: meet time 7:45 a.m. roll out at 8:00 a.m, Rides for all levels of riders: no drop-intermediate and fast & furious! Helmets are mandatory as is a proper working bike, fuel and clothing. Men and Women welcome. It's hot now, so bring lots of H2), electrolytes and of course sunscreen.
Upcoming races are fun for both spectators, first time racers and the seasoned racer, get out and join us at one/all of these:
1.) Bicycle John's Grand Prix This is a really fun 1.1 mile course with one big ring hill. July 17th in Santa Clarita. Come on out and race with us at our Bicycle John's owned/sponsored event!! One very special note about this race is that there will be 6 Junior categories with Awards--way to race juniors and they are fun to watch too--look closely, they are FAST! Thousands$$$$ in prize monies available for the other categories too---mens, women's, Pros & Masters....this will make for GREAT races.....so don't hesitate to come out and spectate if you haven't yet seen a race, it's really exciting stuff!! Register today at www.socalreg.com
2.) Rock Store Time Trial July 28, 2010 Last chance this year to put your official time stamp on our very famous climb....don't delay, this SOLD OUT last month! All proceeds benefit the Arthiritis Foundation. www.rockstorett.com Don't be intimidated, lots of first-timers at this race and no, you don't need to wear your SuperSonic Hedgehog TT helmet or a skinsuit to participate
3.) Piru Time Trial: July 10th and 11th, 2010 www.uncletren.com...2 days of Time Trials...40K and 20K courses on a beautifully paved road--smooth, fast and the every changing winds make this course as unpredictable as the arrival time of this newsletter! Lots of fun and a chance to see just how FAST can YOU go...."The Race of Truth, just you and the clock" Public categories for both men, women and juniors, so no need to be a pro, if you have a bike, you can race this one!
Not ready to race? Try a little altitude training with friend and fellow coach Rob Panzera before the snow flys in the hills: http://www.cyclingcampsandiego.com/High-AltitudeEnduranceTrainingCamp.html
Next up I'm sure you all have realized by now that the Tour de France is on Versus and whether you are watching on the internet, the television, or via www.roadbikeaction (for up to the second on site commentary on web and Twitter/Facebook) the racing has been riveting!!! Really exciting racing with some unexpected crashes, gnarly courses and an awesome chance to watch "seasoned" racers like Lance Armstrong, yes you know he is my FAVORITE. We are playing the tour via the internet all day, everyday at Bicycle John's so stop by and watch, recap or rewatch..... then we'll follow up all this exciting racing locally and abroad with nothing better than -----
A PARTY...yes our annual FREE Bicycle John's Le Tour and Customer Appreciation day/party/ride happens again this year August 7th at the Agoura location. Remember last year?...great prizes, a awesome ride and pulled pork sandwiches--woohoo. We'll do it all again starting at 4:30 p.m with a very special Benefit ride for "Mrs. Bicycle John, Shelly Fries". Those who know her, understand that Shelly has been fighting a brave battle against cancer this past year, so we want to show her and John our support as part of this community event. Details on our Bicycle John's facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=134572999899913&ref=mf rsvp so we can plan the food to jennifer@bicyclejohns.com 1st 100 rsvps get a special gift too!

That's the news for this week, now let's get out and ride, race and Party!!
See you Saturday,
RaeLynn