Monday, November 23, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
Tom Boonen will ride an Eddy Merckx in 2010
Eddy Merckx Cycles and Team Quick Step join forces
20/11/2009
Starting in the 2010 season, Team Quick Step cyclists will be riding top-class bicycles produced by Eddy Merckx Cycles. An agreement for the next 3 years has been concluded. “We are very happy with the deal reached with Eddy Merckx Cycles Company – explains Patrick Lefevere, Managing Director Team Quick Step.
"It’s a matter of pride for us to have by our side such a prestigious brand and a cycling icon like Eddy. Our relationship is based on mutual respect. Founded 30 years ago as one of Eddy’s ideas, today the company is an international player with Eddy at its heart. We’re sure that this relationship will be mutually beneficial, allowing both the team and the company to grow further and to reach some important common goals in the professional field."
“We want to grow from being a family SME to an international business. The return of the bicycle brand in the Pro tour is a logical next step within this growth pattern. We have strongly invested in the development of new, high-end racing bikes, the reorganisation of the distribution and the optimisation of logistics. In March 2009 we presented the EMX-3 and EMX-5 models, at Eurobike in September we introduced another 8 new models and this weekend our dealers in Belgium are launching the new EMX-1 and EFX-1. We are convinced that the cooperation with Team Quick Step and their international profile will boost our marketing efforts and support our “Eddy Merckx” brand in its international growth. The fact that a Belgian top team is riding Eddy Merckx bikes in the year of celebrations 2010 has a very special meaning to us. In 2010 Eddy Merckx will be 65 and his bicycle business will have existed for 30 years. One of the highlights will undoubtedly be the Tour de France, which will pass through Meise to celebrate Eddy Merckx. More lustre will be obviously added to the event by the participation of a Belgian top team on his bikes”, says Pieter Vansynghel, CEO of Eddy Merckx Cycles.
“We have had great successes in all the Flemish cycling classics and lots of victories in all great tours. There is no better way to vouch for the top quality of our bikes. Today we are ready again to ride at the front of the pack. In the past I have successfully worked together with Patrick Lefevere with the Domo Farm Frites Team. Therefore, I am very pleased that we are back in a partnership today”, according to Eddy Merckx, honorary president of Eddy Merckx Cycles.
20/11/2009
Starting in the 2010 season, Team Quick Step cyclists will be riding top-class bicycles produced by Eddy Merckx Cycles. An agreement for the next 3 years has been concluded. “We are very happy with the deal reached with Eddy Merckx Cycles Company – explains Patrick Lefevere, Managing Director Team Quick Step.
"It’s a matter of pride for us to have by our side such a prestigious brand and a cycling icon like Eddy. Our relationship is based on mutual respect. Founded 30 years ago as one of Eddy’s ideas, today the company is an international player with Eddy at its heart. We’re sure that this relationship will be mutually beneficial, allowing both the team and the company to grow further and to reach some important common goals in the professional field."
“We want to grow from being a family SME to an international business. The return of the bicycle brand in the Pro tour is a logical next step within this growth pattern. We have strongly invested in the development of new, high-end racing bikes, the reorganisation of the distribution and the optimisation of logistics. In March 2009 we presented the EMX-3 and EMX-5 models, at Eurobike in September we introduced another 8 new models and this weekend our dealers in Belgium are launching the new EMX-1 and EFX-1. We are convinced that the cooperation with Team Quick Step and their international profile will boost our marketing efforts and support our “Eddy Merckx” brand in its international growth. The fact that a Belgian top team is riding Eddy Merckx bikes in the year of celebrations 2010 has a very special meaning to us. In 2010 Eddy Merckx will be 65 and his bicycle business will have existed for 30 years. One of the highlights will undoubtedly be the Tour de France, which will pass through Meise to celebrate Eddy Merckx. More lustre will be obviously added to the event by the participation of a Belgian top team on his bikes”, says Pieter Vansynghel, CEO of Eddy Merckx Cycles.
“We have had great successes in all the Flemish cycling classics and lots of victories in all great tours. There is no better way to vouch for the top quality of our bikes. Today we are ready again to ride at the front of the pack. In the past I have successfully worked together with Patrick Lefevere with the Domo Farm Frites Team. Therefore, I am very pleased that we are back in a partnership today”, according to Eddy Merckx, honorary president of Eddy Merckx Cycles.
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Cyclocross! What is it? Whats so great about CX?
Why would a cycling club from South Florida want to promote a cyclocross race?
Before answering, watch this....
Next, you should sign up to race Dyer Consequences on January 16th, 2010, or come out and cheer on everyone else.
Before answering, watch this....
Next, you should sign up to race Dyer Consequences on January 16th, 2010, or come out and cheer on everyone else.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Lynskey Performance Titanium Frames
For those seeking the fine ride quality of titanium, On Your Mark Performance now offers Lynskey Performance Frames. From the R330 semi-compact road bike to the Pro29 29 inch mountain bike, and everything in between.
This offering based on our extensive fitting services to further offer more custom options, so you, the rider, can achieve the fit and finish like no other "stock" bike can provide.
Lynskey Titanium Frames are designed and constructed right here in the USA (Chattanooga, TN).
Felt Demo Truck Is Coming to On Your Mark
Thats right! Thursday, 10/22 @ 5pm the Felt Bicycles Demo Truck will be at On Your Mark Performance Center with 46 different models of bikes for our customers to test out. Do NOT miss out on this opportunity to test ride bikes.
One of the best ways to decide on a bike is to try them out. Feel free to stop by the shop early if you'd like to make sure you get priority on the bike you want to ride.
I suggest anyone interested to bring their own shoes and pedals. On Your Mark and Felt mechanics will set the bike up for you prior to your demo.
One of the best ways to decide on a bike is to try them out. Feel free to stop by the shop early if you'd like to make sure you get priority on the bike you want to ride.
I suggest anyone interested to bring their own shoes and pedals. On Your Mark and Felt mechanics will set the bike up for you prior to your demo.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
MS150 and OYMCC: Join South Florida's Fastest Growing Cycling Club
MS 150: Join our Team, South Florida's fastest growing cycling club, in the 2010 MS150 Bike Ride aka "Breakaway to Key Largo". The plan is 75 miles from Miami to Key Largo, then back on the following day.
Here are the details:| Date: | April 17-18, 2010 |
| Start Time: | 7:00am |
| Start Line: | BankUnited Center at the University of Miami |
| Overnight Stop: | John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo, FL |
| Fundraising: | All riders are required to raise a minimum of $300 in order to pick up the Rider Packet prior to the MS Bike Ride. |
OYMCC will have training rides and fundraising mixers to boot. If you are interested in riding with our club please use the link below and get signed up. Its never too early to get started, plus the registration fees go up soon.
http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Bike/FLSBikeEvents/1620567587?pg=team&fr_id=12570&team_id=179229
(Having trouble with the link? Copy and paste it into your web browser, or call the shop at 561.694.6090 and we'll walk you thru it)If you would like to submit a donation on behalf of our team, still use the link above and find the "Donate to On Your Mark Cycling Club" link on the right-hand side of the page. If there is a rider, in particular, you would like to assign the donation you may do so on that same page. Thank you.
Lets get started!!!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Criterium Training Camps presented by On Your Mark Cycling Club
Where:
Located at the Camp Murphy Circuit Course, inside beautiful Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Hobe Sound, Florida. Practice your crit skills in a low pressure environment on the most challenging road course in south Florida.
When:
- September 16
- September 30
- October 14
- October 28
Details:
Rides start promptly at 6:00 PM. Course is 45 minutes plus 3 laps.
Notes:
- First time ride is $10.00, each remaining ride is $5.00
- Park entry fee required.
- USA Cycling permit pending. All USA Cycling rules apply.
- Riders must show a current USCF license. One day license available day of race.
- All riders must sign USCF waiver.
- No registration late fees apply, just come out and ride.
- Drinks will be provided afterwards.
From our friend Lynn @ Bikediva.net
Great Training Opportunity
I've been wanting to try riding a criterium. There are a number of crituerium races in the south Florida area. But criterium races, with their mass starts and crazy fast riding around a short course, seem a bit intimidating. The criterium training camp will be the perfect opportunity to see if I like crit racing, or if I'd rather stay home and watch it on TV.
My husband has been going on a lot of business trips to Texas during the last few months. I just checked his schedule for September, and he will be in town for the two September crit races. Although he usually goes on the Boca Urban Ride on Wednesday nights, and I usually do a BRICK (bike-run) workout on Wednesday nights, we are going to try to get to as many of the crit training camps as possible.
Take care,
Lynn Smythe AKA the Bike Diva
See you out there!
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
1st Annual North Palm Beach Kids Triathlon
Saturday, August 1, 2009
USAT Sanctioned Event brought to you by The Village of North Palm Beach.
Online Registration at www.active.com or www.village-npb.org
Course:
Swim in Country Club Pool long course. Bike on Greenway, Overlook and Country Club Drive, Run on golf course holes 16-18.
Prizes:
Prizes will be awarded in each race class and gender, all all pregistered participants will be guaranteed a race t-shirt.
Registration forms can be picked up at On Your Mark Bike Shop.
Contact Race Director Carolyn Stone at cstone@village-npb.org
USAT Sanctioned Event brought to you by The Village of North Palm Beach.
Online Registration at www.active.com or www.village-npb.org
Course:
Swim in Country Club Pool long course. Bike on Greenway, Overlook and Country Club Drive, Run on golf course holes 16-18.
Prizes:
Prizes will be awarded in each race class and gender, all all pregistered participants will be guaranteed a race t-shirt.
Registration forms can be picked up at On Your Mark Bike Shop.
Contact Race Director Carolyn Stone at cstone@village-npb.org
Friday, July 10, 2009
The Kids Fitness Festival
Elementary and Middle school children learn the basics of over 40 traditional and nontraditional sports. They will have the opportunity to experience a NFL football camp taught by NFL players, play hockey with the FL Panthers, learn to bat from the FL Marlins plus tons of other sports experiences taught from the area’s leading instructors.Parents also enjoy the educational expo, food, interactive games and much more!
To receive $5 off the regular priced admission and for more information go to www.palmbeachsports.com/kffrds.
The Kids Fitness Festival
Thursday, July 16th and Friday, July 17th, 2009 10 AM- 4PM
American Expo Center at the South Florida Fairgrounds
Monday, June 29, 2009
Florida Cyclocross (CX) Tentative Series Race Schedule
Here it is... nobody else wants to post the dates, so I'm doing it. I'm sure flack will be sent my way, but some news is better than no news, even if it is "tentative".
Per email discussion from series race promoters:
- November 7-8, 2009 -- Orlando/Clermont
- November 14-15 or 21-22, 2009 -- Lakeland/Dade City
- December 5-6, 2009 -- Tallahassee (state championship)
- January 9-10, 2010 -- Miami
- January 16-17, 2010 -- Dyer Consequences - West Palm Beach/Hobe Sound
OYMCC pledges our event will happen! Stay tuned to OYMbike.com, sign up for our newsletter, and i'll let you know whats coming down the line. Hope to see dates official soon, or maybe this makes it official?????
Our race flyer is coming up next.
Per email discussion from series race promoters:
- November 7-8, 2009 -- Orlando/Clermont
- November 14-15 or 21-22, 2009 -- Lakeland/Dade City
- December 5-6, 2009 -- Tallahassee (state championship)
- January 9-10, 2010 -- Miami
- January 16-17, 2010 -- Dyer Consequences - West Palm Beach/Hobe Sound
OYMCC pledges our event will happen! Stay tuned to OYMbike.com, sign up for our newsletter, and i'll let you know whats coming down the line. Hope to see dates official soon, or maybe this makes it official?????
Our race flyer is coming up next.
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