Team Big Bear Mountain Bike Race Is Full Of Big Bear Locals!

Big Bear, Ca, May, 23, 2011, 1:00pm - The locals came out in full force this past weekend for the Big Bear Shootout #1 mountain bike race.  Teams Bear Valley Bikes, Chains Required, Steven K Pro Sports, and Loeka teams were well represented with  Romolo Forcino and Ely Woody from team Chains Required placing 4th and 5th in the Pro Mens Feild.  Local Big Bear rider Lauren Gregg Riding for team Loeka took first place for Cat 1 women 19-29, and had the best Cat 1 ’ time for the entire field.  The Bear Valley Bikes women’s team was well represented with many top spots, and podiums for the ladies including:  Cythina Miranda, Veronica Eliasson, Alison Hyde, Louise Boyer and Michelle Russell).  The Williams family continue to do well with Evan Williams placing first in Category 2 Juniors, older brother Casey placing second in Category 1 Juniors and 11 year old Elle Williams placing 2nd for Junior Women 14 and under.  Another family of cyclists to watch out for are the Burton Boys with nine year old Alex Burton took first place for the Junior men 10 and under, beating the rest of the competition by over 8 minutes.  Brothers Zachary and Ryan Burton also did well placing 4th and 2nd in their feilds.  The next Big Bear Shoot Out will be on June 19th, and will also be one of the events in the Conquer the Bear, and Conquer the Cub series.  For more information go to TeamBigBear.com.

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Weekly Ride Schedule Kicks Off With Community Ride

Big Bear, Ca, May 6, 2011, 12:00pm - As warmer weather has returned to the Big Bear Valley, the Big Bear Cycling Association will kick off their weekly ride schedule tomorrow with the first Community Ride of the season.  The Cycling Association has a full schedule planned this year, adding a few new weekly rides including Mountain Bike Mondays, and Timed Training Ride Thursdays, where participants will take part in timed training rides where times will be recorded and cyclists can then measure their progress throughout the season.  The Cycling Association encourages everyone to come to the Community Ride tomorrow.  “Dust off your bike, and come ride with us,” said Craig Smith, President of the Cycling Association, “this ride is for everyone.”  For the first Community Ride, a mechanic will be on hand to do basic bike repairs at 8:00am.  The Community Ride will meet at the Copper Q in the Village on Pine Knot.  “Community rides are social, easy, fun bike rides,” said Smith, “and all ages are invited and encouraged to come ride.”  For more information go to www.bigbearcycling.com.

Community Bike Ride

The Big Bear Cycling Association hosts a community bike ride every Saturday morning during the spring and summer season.  Meet at the Copper Q in the Village on Pine Knot Ave before 9am on Saturday’s.  Rides vary, and all levels of riders are welcome!  For more information visit www.bigbearcycling.com

Cycling Association Hosts Open House

Big Bear, Ca, May 2, 2011, 8:00am - The Big Bear Cycling Association will be hosting an Open House and Expo at Nottingham’s Restaurant,  Wednesday May 4^th, from 7:00 to 9:00pm.  According to the Big Bear Cycling Association, this event is the place to find out everything you need to know about riding the roads and trails of the Big Bear Valley.  Big Bear Cycling welcomes all riders of all abilities.  The Cycling Association host’s community rides, which will start on Saturday May 7^th, and continue through the summer months.  Community rides are for all levels of riders, and are a great place to meet people, become more comfortable with cycling, and find fellow cyclists to ride with.  The following organizations will be at the Open House and Expo:  Bear Valley Trails Foundation, Mountain Fitness Center, Bear Valley Bikes, Tour de Big Bear, Open Air Big Bear, Blauer’s Cannondale, and many more.  This event is free and is designed to get you ready for a spring, summer and fall of exercise, and riding.  As always the Cycling Association invites you to come “Ride with Us.”  For more information on group rides, timed training rides, and rider development visit BigBearCycling.com.

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Big Bear Cycling Open House

Spring has arrived and it’s time to get out of the house and get some exercise! Dust off that old  bike in the garage and make this the summer you “Ride with Us!”

Big Bear Cycling is holding its first ever Open House event and this is the place to find out  everything you need to know about riding the roads and trails of Big Bear Valley. Big Bear Cycling welcomes ALL RIDERS OF ALL ABILITIES and is the perfect place to join the fun, meet new people, learn about cycling and enjoy all the outdoors that Big Bear has to offer.

Join the Cycling Association on May 4th at Nottinghams for the Open House and Cycling Expo.

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Big Bear Cycling Association Welcomes Pure Black Racing

Big Bear, Ca, April 10, 2011 -Pure Black Racing, professional cycling team from New Zealand made Big Bear Valley a training ground for the past few weeks while they prepared for the Redland’s Bike Classic, and other upcoming races.  They chose Big Bear for its high altitude setting, and told KBHR that they enjoyed riding around the valley.  “Any time spent at altitude is good for the team” said Carl Williams, Cycling Director for the team.  “Being able to sleep at altitude is one thing, but being able to eat, and train at altitude is even better.”  The New Zealand team has a full race schedule planned with races across the United States, in Canada, and Australia.  The team, which is in its first year, has already caught attention in the states with many of their riders making it on the podium in races such as the Redland’s Bike Classic,  and the Sunny King Pro in Alabama. Pure Black Racing plans on returning to Big Bear again next year for more altitude training.  The Big Bear Cycling Association has made connections with the team, and told KBHR that there is a possibility that they will be able to ride in the Tour de Big Bear on August 6^th.  For more information on the team visit PureBlackRacing.com, and for information about local rides, and cycling events visit BigBearCyling.com.

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Bear Valley Bikes Women’s Team Isn’t Afraid To Get Dirty

Big Bear, Ca, April 7, 2011, 8:00am – Bear Valley Bikes, the local bike shop and bike team that originally started in 1993 as Big Bear Bikes has gone through many changes over the years.  In 2000 current owner Derek Hermon took over the shop and the team, and this year has established Bear Valley Bike’s first ever stand alone Women’s Team.  “To get more women involved in cycling is our goal,” said Hermon, “Our aim is to both support our current female riders as well as introduce new members to the sport and to racing.”  The new Bear Valley Bike’s women’s team consists of 16 riders so far, including 10 year old Mnt. Bike National Champion Elle Williams, adventure racer Karen Lundgren, and runner Michelle Russell.  The team is for women of all levels, and beginners are always welcome.  Russell rides for the team, and is currently in second place in the Kenda Cup Series, in the women’s Cat 3 division ages 40-49. Russell has been riding bikes recreationally for years, however it was last year when her husband encouraged her to race that she first tried. “I came in dead last but had the best time ever,” said Russell. “I like that Bear Valley Bikes has encouraged all levels of women riders to participate in Mountain Bike Racing this season.  Meeting other like minded women who don’t mind getting muddy once in awhile is fantastic!”   Russell appreciates the encouragement she and the other women receive from Hermon and the other Bear Valley Bikes riders, and is looking forward to the next race that will take place in Big Bear on May 22^nd.  Hermon told KBHR that once the trails thaw out, women’s only training rides will start.  Anyone interested in more information or joining the team is encouraged to call the shop at 866-8000 or go on the team website at bvbikes.com. 

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Professional Cycling Team Pure Black Makes Big Bear Training Ground

Big Bear, Ca, April 3, 2011, 12:00pm - Roman van Uden, professional road cyclist from New Zealand for Pure Black Racing, won the pro men’s criterium at the Redlands Bike Classic on Saturday April 2^nd.  The New Zealand pro team Pure Black has been training in the Big Bear Valley last week, and will return to Big Bear this week to continue training at altitude.  The Big Bear Cycling Association President Craig Smith welcomes Pure Black Racing, and credits the Tour of California coming to Big Bear as a reason why we are seeing more professional teams training in the Big Bear Valley.  “The Tour of CA provided an opportunity for teams to see Big Bear, “ said Smith, “with our high altitude training capability, more teams are coming to train here, and given the win (by Roman van Uden at the Redlands Bike Classic) the training obviously makes a difference.”   The Cycling Association is excited to have Pure Black training in Big Bear, and hope more teams choose to make Big Bear their training ground in the future.  The Big Bear Cycling Association is a non profit organization that hosts community bike rides in the summer, as well as training rides, and encourages cycling as a way of transportation, a healthy form of exercise, and a great family activity.  For information on when group rides start, and the Cycling Association in general visit their website at BigBearCyling.com.

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Rules Of The Road For Cyclists

Big Bear, Ca, March 30, 2011, 12:00pm -With spring weather returning more bicycles have been spotted around town.  Bicycles are used for recreation, and as transportation around the valley, therefore  KBHR and the Big Bear Cycling Association want to remind motorists and cyclists of rules of the road to keep Big Bear a safe environment for cyclists.  A bicycle operated on a roadway or highway shoulder shall be operated in the same direction as vehicles are required to drive on the roadway.  Cyclists are required to give hand signals when turning or stopping.  A person under 18 years of age is required to wear a helmet when riding a bike, and although it is not required for those over 18, it is highly recommended.  It is unlawful for any person to ride a bicycle while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug; persons who do ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be arrested.  Cyclists who travel during the nighttime hours when it is dark are required to have front and back lights on their bicycle.   Although it is not required, it is a good idea for cyclists to carry a bike pump and spare tube while riding at all times in case of a flat tire.  Cyclists are encouraged to wear bright colors, and reflective gear to make themselves known to motorists.  For more information on road laws involving cyclists go to www.bigbearcycling.com

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Big Bear Cyclists Competing in the Susitna 100

Big Bear, Ca February 20, 2011 1:00 pm – Big Bear residents, John and Dave Emig are in Alaska having the adventure of a lifetime.  This weekend they are participating in the Susitna 100, a 2-day bike, ski, or foot race outside Anchorage.  The father and son team are competing with 58 other bicyclists to complete the 100 mile race.  The Susitna 100 is a qualify race for the high endurance Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc race, held in France later this year.  At the end of the race today, Dave had completed the course in 25 hours and 27 minutes.  John pulled out of the race but is fine.  For more information about the race, go to http://www.susitna100.com/

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