The festival is this weekend and we have really been looking forward to it. Aside from the usual epic rides, beer tasting, and chatting we are bringing our Kona demo bikes. We are toting a current year Kula, Kula 29'r, and the ever racey Hei Hei.
Look for the On Your Mark banner pole, and you'll find the demo's.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Friday, March 7, 2008
Grand Opening!!!
Well, its time. Some of you know already, but were opening a full service bike shop in addition to our LaserBikeFits and pedal stroke analysis services. The idea came from our clients who have demanded more out of us... its a good problem to have really. :)
Today and tomorrow, we are having a Grand Opening. I'm not sure what it all really means, but we're doing it. Our support group, and partners have all expressed the importance of having one...or two openings. Who knows, maybe we'll do this again next month. We'll just have to see how it goes.
Our location cant be much better being located just off the turnpike in Palm Beach Gardens. We have one of the largest golf course communities adjacent to us, and the residents have been very supportive of the concept. You'll just have to stop in and check us out.
Today and tomorrow, we are having a Grand Opening. I'm not sure what it all really means, but we're doing it. Our support group, and partners have all expressed the importance of having one...or two openings. Who knows, maybe we'll do this again next month. We'll just have to see how it goes.
Our location cant be much better being located just off the turnpike in Palm Beach Gardens. We have one of the largest golf course communities adjacent to us, and the residents have been very supportive of the concept. You'll just have to stop in and check us out.
Monday, March 3, 2008
Your name in lights... is it possible?
When you work as hard as this man does, its definitely possible. With all these Harvey Minton posts you might think I respect the man...
http://www.usacycling.org/forms/weekly/USAC%20News%202 -27--08.htm
"The second event on the USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Ultra-Endurance Calendar took place on February 16 in Bellview, Fla. The 12-Hours of Santos saw Independent Fabrications' Harvey Minton (Tampa, Fla.) take the win in the men's pro solo category. Carol Clemens (Pittsburgh, Pa./Dirt Rag-Hoss-Lupine) earned a close victory in the pro women's race. For complete results from the 12-Hours of Santos."
and...
http://www.cyclingnews.com/mtb.php?id=mtb/2008/feb08/12hrsant os08
Friday, February 29, 2008
Kona 12hrs of Santos
Great friggin' weekend for racing, and our first go at sponsoring an event ... amazing weather, and another fantastic course layout by the Goneriding crew. I think the riders really enjoyed it, and there was more spectator opportunities than I remember from past 12hr events. OMBA played a big part in the event as well... Well done.
Notables on the day:
Harvey Minton (Indy Fab) took the top prize in the 12hr solo category. I called Harvey to give him my congrats personally. Harvey and I go back awhile, he's been a great help to me along the way and is a tremendous resource. This guy had his plan down pat and it shows with his result. Way to go Harvey! I look forward to following the rest of your season.
Greg Derosa (UBC/MBI Homes/Melitta), an On Your Mark client, took the top prize in the 6hr category by simply out-running the competition. Nobody could keep up with him. I got the opportunity to ride with Greg on his last lap. Before you call me out... I admit I was on a team for this one. Regardless, I was fresh and Greg was rolling out... they dont call him "the Diesel" for nothing!
Other OYM clients did very well...
Dave Snow took 16th, having just been fit by me a little over 1 month ago. Dave had this to say:
Karlos "The Naked Indian" Ar Bernart-Rodriguez also had a good day finishing 8 laps, good enough for 32 out of 49. Great job Karlos.
Big thanks goes out to Brian "Chewey" Balik for getting us up to speed with Kona, we are Florida's newest Kona Dealer!
Check the results of the weekend here
Notables on the day:
Harvey Minton (Indy Fab) took the top prize in the 12hr solo category. I called Harvey to give him my congrats personally. Harvey and I go back awhile, he's been a great help to me along the way and is a tremendous resource. This guy had his plan down pat and it shows with his result. Way to go Harvey! I look forward to following the rest of your season.
Greg Derosa (UBC/MBI Homes/Melitta), an On Your Mark client, took the top prize in the 6hr category by simply out-running the competition. Nobody could keep up with him. I got the opportunity to ride with Greg on his last lap. Before you call me out... I admit I was on a team for this one. Regardless, I was fresh and Greg was rolling out... they dont call him "the Diesel" for nothing!
Other OYM clients did very well...
Dave Snow took 16th, having just been fit by me a little over 1 month ago. Dave had this to say:
"The bike fittings have been the best investment I've made on the bikes and have a lot to do with my improvements."Right on!
Karlos "The Naked Indian" Ar Bernart-Rodriguez also had a good day finishing 8 laps, good enough for 32 out of 49. Great job Karlos.
Big thanks goes out to Brian "Chewey" Balik for getting us up to speed with Kona, we are Florida's newest Kona Dealer!
Check the results of the weekend here
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Thursday, January 10, 2008
A big day in North Miami at the 12hrs of Oleta
Our own Julie Barker came up big last weekend and secured a 1st place finish in the 12hr Female Solo division. Conditions were less than desirable with a persistent rain falling most of the day. It seemed like it would rain for 20 mins, then the sun would come out for 2hrs, then repeat... The course saw some rain prior to the race, but being where the Oleta trails sit there was no getting around the mud. It was a mess!Despite the conditions, Julie stuck to her game plan and executed a near flawless race. She kept almost a full lap lead over two other competitors for most of the day. Julie kept going for the full 12hrs and knocked out 9 laps which was good enough for the win, but also a 6th overall finish! An incredible performance! I say near flawless because on her last lap she got in some trouble and tried to bail only to take a chainring to her ankle. Its a pretty deep wound, but we got her to the ER (after her podium glory of course!) and they got it cleaned up. Couple nurses and doctors said yes to stitches, but in the end no stitches were given. The wound is already looking better, and thanks to all of those concerned!
We were there to support Julie, and whoever else needed assistance. Another notable, is the youngster Chris Janiszewski (www.buildingchampioncyclistsfl.net/University of Florida) who cleverly came up thru the ranks during the late hours of the race. Oleta is always a tough course and it really takes a toll. Chris was on his SS pushing 38x20 on a mostly flat course. I tried to give him a few time checks so he could manage his efforts and make an attempt to capture the race. He finished 2nd behind a very determined Kevin Hoffman. Way to go Chris! A great start to the new year!
You can read more about Chris J and his schedule for 2008 here: http://chrisjaniszewski.blogspot.com/
Results
NY Times: Portland Acts to Protect Cyclists
Quote:
"This spring, at those same intersections and at 12 others across the city, “bike boxes” will be laid out on the roadway to provide a clearly designated place for cyclists, in front of and in full view of drivers, to wait for traffic lights to change. The boxes will be marked with signs and wide stripes alerting drivers to stop behind them at red lights.
Read the full article: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/10/us/10bike.html?_r=2&oref=slogin&oref=slogin
"This spring, at those same intersections and at 12 others across the city, “bike boxes” will be laid out on the roadway to provide a clearly designated place for cyclists, in front of and in full view of drivers, to wait for traffic lights to change. The boxes will be marked with signs and wide stripes alerting drivers to stop behind them at red lights.
Portland, which has a higher percentage of people who bike to work than any other large American city, is already considered one of the country’s most bike-friendly urban centers. But the boxes, believed to be the first such to be put to use by any city in the country, will make cyclists even safer and more comfortable on the street, biking advocates and transportation officials say."
Read the full article: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/10/us/10bike.html?_r=2&oref=slogin&oref=slogin
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Good Luck: Candy Pennington
On Your Mark would like to wish Candy Pennington the best of luck as she runs her first half marathon this weekend in North Carolina.
Good Luck Candy... dont forget to breathe! Be sure to let us know how you faired.
Good Luck Candy... dont forget to breathe! Be sure to let us know how you faired.
Friday, November 16, 2007
Bike Hackers Get Whimsical With Two-Wheelers
From Wired of all places...
Bicycles, like cars, are chock-full of parts that can be replaced, but simply switching out silver aluminum rims for hot-pink ones is child's play. Welcome to the world of bike modding, where bicyclists get creative and turn their two-wheelers into rolling works of art and artifice.
Full story: http://www.wired.com/culture/lifestyle/multimedia/2007/10/gallery_bike_hacks
Bicycles, like cars, are chock-full of parts that can be replaced, but simply switching out silver aluminum rims for hot-pink ones is child's play. Welcome to the world of bike modding, where bicyclists get creative and turn their two-wheelers into rolling works of art and artifice.
Full story: http://www.wired.com/culture/lifestyle/multimedia/2007/10/gallery_bike_hacks
Monday, November 12, 2007
National Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day Draws Thousands of Young Riders
The fourth edition of IMBA's Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day, falling on Oct. 6 this year, continued the program's tradition of getting young riders outdoors on bikes. The 2007 celebration was held in locations around the globe, including events in Chiba City, Japan; Melbourne, Australia; and Chiluca, Mexico. More than 100 groups registered their rides on IMBA's website.
http://www.imba.com/news/news_releases/11_07/11_05_kid_mtb_day.html
http://www.imba.com/news/news_releases/11_07/11_05_kid_mtb_day.html
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