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Nov 4
2009

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» A local name I missed from the UCI Track Cycling Masters World Championships: Jim Host (PACT/Dish Network) earned silver in the 50-54 2k pursuit, finishing 2.5 seconds off a world-record pace set by American Larry Nolan (Team Specialized Masters).
» The Illinois Cycling Association needs a few short-term volunteers for its election committee.
» Rahsaan Bahati‘s new team includes former ABD rider Ryan Baumann.
» Our reputation is spreading.
» Tonight is Half Acre Cycling’s women’s night.
» The USCF Board of Trustees will this weekend vote on proposed rule changes. Most notable may be new gear restrictions for juniors 16 and younger: from 52x14 to 52x16. Since this affects juniors, robust discussion is taking place on the Facebook.
» “There are not a lot of skinny action heroes out there.” Such is the plight of the cyclist. The New York times catches up with teen heartthrob Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Amgen-Giant Masters).
» Thanks to Brean Shea (Chicago Cuttin’ Crew) for sharing this story about night racing in Brooklyn.
» I expect to have 2010 road and cross calendars available at Sunday’s cross race in Northbrook. Just $15 when purchased in person.

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1.

Nov 4
2009

12:38 pm

bmcvey

also TT bikes are now illegal in collegiate racing.

2.

Nov 4
2009

3:17 pm

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (N/A)

Draft 2 is available on the WCA site, here: http://wicycling.org/media/legislation 2010 final version for meeting.pdf

3.

Nov 4
2009

3:33 pm

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (N/A)

Sorry about that. Let’s try this again. Draft #2 of the proposed USAC legislation is on the WCA site here: http://wicycling.org/media/legislation 2010 final version for meeting.pdf

I believe that our rep to the board is Gordy Paulson of the WCA. Steve Hansen and Dave Fowkes of the ICA will be in Colorado Springs for the Local Association meeting also.

One of the other changes includes 16 year olds racing in 16-18 Kerin or Madison Championships or in Team Championships may ride in unrestricted gearing. This was allowed at Jr Track Championships earlier this year, per memo from Ben Sharp referencing a review of the rules by Sean Farrell.

4.

Nov 6
2009

12:01 am

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Does anyone know if the voting occurs change by change or just one vote for the whole package? Note the prohibition on unauthorized feeding (hand-ups) in cyclocross and banning video equipment (handlebar or helmet cams) on bikes.

Heaven forbid somebody does something to make bicycle racing fun.

5.

Nov 6
2009

10:18 am

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (xXx Racing - AthletiCo)

Does anyone know the background on why they are banning video recording equipment?

6.

Nov 6
2009

12:39 pm

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (UCVC)

Are they really changing the free lap rule so that you need be able to race the last 7km of the race? Did I misinterpret the change or does this effectively mean that racers won’t be able to get a free lap in the last 3-5 laps of a crit (depending on the length of the course)?

7.

Nov 6
2009

1:31 pm

Luke Seemann (XXX Racing-AthletiCo)

@Suchandra Isn’t that the way it’s always been, that there are no free laps in the final few laps? I think the only difference here is that the cut-off becomes when you exit the pit, not when you enter it.

8.

Nov 6
2009

3:38 pm

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (N/A)

There are two proposals before the board:

a. UR09.26 This one amends rule 3D5(d)

b. UR09.27 This one rewrites rule 3D5(d) and is missing language about riders who are ineligible for a free lap.

Let those with a JD degree figure this one out.

If anyone is concerned, they are also considering dropping the U23 Track Championships. UR09.36

9.

Nov 6
2009

4:10 pm

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (N/A)

On the Women’s side UR09.37 states:

“...Women’s Madison (cat 1-3)**
Tandem Sprint (if velodrome is
suitable) (cat 1-2 for the pilot)

* A minimum of three eligible teams must
compete in order for a National
Champion to be determined.
** add conditions (6 teams? Begin in
2011?)”

Which by my interpretation means that the Women’s Madison must have 6 teams competing in 2011 in order to have a National Championship. While there is no such condition for 2010.

10.

Nov 7
2009

3:54 pm

Val (Bouledogue Tout Noir)

Regarding the Women’s Madison, we had 10 teams this year at Nats and it was an “exposition” event. There will probably be more teams next year, given how popular Madison racing is once again becoming. I can’t imagine the field minimum will ever be an issue. But the tandem sprint ... I’ve never seen that run. Isn’t T-town the only track that does it every year?

11.

Nov 8
2009

3:43 am

.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (N/A)

I’ve seen the tandem sprint practiced at Colorado Springs and ADT. I don’t know about T-town. Check with your buddies at NSC to see what they have up there.

Glad to see so many womens teams for the Madison. I just wanted to let you know what I know.

12.

Nov 8
2009

8:47 am

Val (Bouledogue Tout Noir)

We appreciate the updates! Thanks!

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