US Cup No. 5 Santa Ynez Classic 4/30/12 The US Cup headed to the Santa Ynez Valley for stop number five on the seven race series. The weather was perfect in the high 80's, which became quite warm on the later part of the race. The course consisted of a 11 mile lap with about 1600' of climbing per lap. The Cat 1 and Cat 2 racers took on two laps. The race took off from the start into a long singletrack which eventually hit the "wall". The "wall" is a steep singletrack climb with multiple … [Read more...]
Sea Otter Classic doesn’t disappoint local riders
Wednesday, April 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
SEA OTTER CLASSIC The Platinum Performance Mtn Bike team headed to the Sea Otter Classic to compete in disciplines in the XC, Crit, Road Race and Circuit Races.For Complete Results from the 2012 Sea Otter, CLICK HEREThe team had its taste of success on the very first day with Greg Turner winning the Cat 5 Criterium and Ian Barense placing 2nd in the cat 4/5 Criterium.The weather turned warm..very warm on Friday with temperatures in the mid 90s. Friday afternoon was the race most of … [Read more...]
Women’s time trial added to Tour of California stage in Solvang
Friday, April 15, 2011 By 1 Comment
AEG has announced details of the inaugural Amgen Tour of California Women's International Time Trial Challenge, which will take place in Solvang during Stage 6 of the 2011 Amgen Tour of California on Friday, May 20.Using the same course as the Stage 6 men's individual time trial in Solvang, the women's event will be a 12-person invitation, showcasing some of the best women athletes in the world racing for a $10,000 prize pool.The Amgen Tour of California Women's International Time Trial … [Read more...]
Route for Solvang time trial revealed
Thursday, February 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
On May 20, the individual time trial (stage 6) of the Amgen Tour of California will be held in Solvang for the fourth time in the six-year history of this professional cycling race. After hosting the time trial in 2007, 2008 and 2009, the Amgen Tour of California’s individual time trial returns to Solvang, the charming Danish-American village celebrating its 100th anniversary this year--that plays host annually to Pro Tour team training camps, as well as some of the largest amateur cycling … [Read more...]
Takedas tight on two wheels
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
He probably didn’t realize it at the time, but Ron Takeda put the wheels in motion early in his son Reny’s life, sending him on the road to becoming a champion cyclist.It hasn’t taken long for Reny to pedal to the top of the podium. At the age of 9, in his second year of racing mountain bikes, he won the California State Series Championship for boys 10 and under.This year, at 11, he captured his second State title, winning in the 11-12 age group.Meanwhile, his father, a … [Read more...]
Takeda, Langin lead Platinum to State title
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The finals of the 2010 California State Series wrapped up in beautiful Big Bear Lake. The series was a best five out of seven races that were held throughout Southern California. Team Platinum Performance has dominated the team title for the past five years.This season was no different having the team earn its six consecutive title!Platinum's riders have been consistently placing in the top five of the seven race series. Individual State Champion titles were won by two of … [Read more...]
Kalyra completes 3,000-mile journey
Monday, June 21, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Santa Barbara-based Team Kalyra Women's Cycling pedaled into Annapolis, Maryland early Sunday morning, marking the end of the 3,000-mile Race Across America that the four women began a week earlier in Oceanside, California.Jill Gass, Avalon Jenkins-Balker, Lisa Tonello, and Sonia Ross finished first in the 50-59 age group. All four riders knew what to expect, having competed in past years.The quartet covered 3,005 miles of ground in seven days, 10 hours and 35 minutes. The course … [Read more...]
Bike Fest hosts U.S. Cup Series race
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Last weekend's Santa Barbara Bike Festival was the 5th stop on the U.S. Cup Series as well as part of the California State Series. The festival, held at Elings Park, had an impressive showing even with the controversy of the County shutting it down.The 6 mile loop through one of the most beautiful areas on the central coast is one of the most fun and fastest courses out there. The trails are 80% flowing, smooth single track with some technical sandy descents thrown in. Sunday … [Read more...]
U.S. Cup Series’ SB stop a favorite for local riders
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This round of the US Cup Series was held at a favorite venue for many mountain bikers—including me. The course offers all the fun a cross country coarse could deliver; intense climbs, technical descents, meandering turns (very ‘cross-esque). This year the start/finish was setup on the north side of the park which also provided a nice area for the racers’ family and friends. And although the controversy leading up to the Santa Barbara Bike Festival seemed to impact attendance, those … [Read more...]
Downtown Criterium hits a snag, called off
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Santa Barbara’s proposed inaugural Downtown Spring Criterium, originally scheduled for May 22, has been cancelled according to race promoter, Armando Requejo.Requejo announced on SoCalReg.com that the race would no longer take place citing issues the police had with possible traffic implications.The event was set to have races around Alameda and Alice Keck park from 8 a.m until around 4:30 p.m. With ten races planned, a large crowd was expected.All entries sent to SoCalReg.com will … [Read more...]
