These are the same links from last year, but right at the top of the blog so you don't have to go hunt them down.
HOTEL: Courtyard Nashville Vanderbilt/West End
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bnawe-courtyard-nashville-vanderbilt-west-end/
NATCHEZ TRACE:
A link to the actual parking place, which will be near the head of the Trace is further down. Scroll to find it.
CUE SHEETS/MAPS FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY RIDES, ALL DISTANCES: (this blog)
http://sharktraining.blogspot.com
WEATHER FORECASTS FROM LOCAL TV STATIONS
WTVF
WSMV
WKRN
WZTV
TEAM DINNER: Bosco's
http://boscosbeer.com/nashville/story/
NEARBY RESTAURANTS:
http://pizzaperfect21st.ypguides.net/
Relaxed. Very casual. Campus joint.
http://www.mellowmushroom.com/#/locations
Good bar, decent food.
http://www.westendrestaurants.com/
Good spot. A little nicer.
http://www.lapaz.com/
Mexican food.
http://www.woodlandsnashville.com/
Indian vegetarian. Very good.
http://www.sushiyobi.net/
Sushi. Mediocre, but close to the bars near the hotel....
COFFEE: 2 Starbucks locations on West End Ave. http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=starbucks+on+west+end+ave+nashville+tn&fb=1&gl=us&hq=starbucks&hnear=west+end+ave+nashville+tn&view=text&ei=QIB3S8eCA9LZnAfwq8m9CQ&sa=X&oi=local_group&ct=more-results&resnum=4&ved=0CCEQtQMwAw
AND FOR YOUR INFORMATION......
NASHVILLECYCLIST.COM: Website/local cycling/team info, and why it's cool that they are helping us out.... http://nashvillecyclist.com/
BIKE EMERGENCY?: Cumberland Transit. Located just down the street from hotel on West End..... http://cumberlandtransit.com/
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Who Angered the Weather Gods?
Okay, so somebody has apparently angered the weather gods. Here's the forecast for the weekend for Nashville, TN according to Weather Underground:
We can't cancel the rooms at this point, so the plan is to meet around 8am breakfast hour Saturday morning to discuss any contingency plans.
The temps don't look awful, at least compared to what we're used to having here in St. Louis the last couple of months. Bring your rain gear, and whatever you would bring for a muddy cyclocross race (embrocation, booties, multiple socks, etc.) As long as there's no lightning, there will be at least a few people willing to roll.
If you're the praying type (or the make-a-sacrifice-to-a-deity type), now would be a good time to reacquaint yourself with your chosen deity.
We can't cancel the rooms at this point, so the plan is to meet around 8am breakfast hour Saturday morning to discuss any contingency plans.
The temps don't look awful, at least compared to what we're used to having here in St. Louis the last couple of months. Bring your rain gear, and whatever you would bring for a muddy cyclocross race (embrocation, booties, multiple socks, etc.) As long as there's no lightning, there will be at least a few people willing to roll.
If you're the praying type (or the make-a-sacrifice-to-a-deity type), now would be a good time to reacquaint yourself with your chosen deity.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Training Camp Bible
Today the most industrious Amy Strahan wrote up a training camp bible. If you're going to camp, you should read it, not just because there's lots of good information in there, but because she spent a lot of time writing it. But mostly, there's lots of good information in there.
You should also look over the maps and routes that were published last year...because we'll be using them again this year. And I'm too lazy to re-post all that stuff since it's still the same. So, use the scroll bar and maybe click on the links on the right side of the page.
Another thing: we were counting on the weather being better down in Nashville. The temps might be, but as of today here is the forecast for Saturday:
Well, that sucks. Don't let that deter you, but I'd strongly suggest being prepared for The Elements, and bring fenders if you have them. The person behind you for 100 miles will thank you.
You should also look over the maps and routes that were published last year...because we'll be using them again this year. And I'm too lazy to re-post all that stuff since it's still the same. So, use the scroll bar and maybe click on the links on the right side of the page.
Another thing: we were counting on the weather being better down in Nashville. The temps might be, but as of today here is the forecast for Saturday:
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Highs in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 60 percent
Well, that sucks. Don't let that deter you, but I'd strongly suggest being prepared for The Elements, and bring fenders if you have them. The person behind you for 100 miles will thank you.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Training Camp: 2011 Edition
Once again it's that time of year: team training camp. If you did this last year, you know the benefits. If you don't...well, it's fun, it's cheap, and it's good training. Review all the older blog posts to get a feel for it.
Details are still forthcoming, but suffice to say that at this point it's likely going to be strikingly similar to last year except for the dates and the lack of Joe Fuller and Jim Klages.
2011 dates are: March 3-5. Save them.
Follow the blog so you can see new postings.
That
Is
All
Details are still forthcoming, but suffice to say that at this point it's likely going to be strikingly similar to last year except for the dates and the lack of Joe Fuller and Jim Klages.
2011 dates are: March 3-5. Save them.
Follow the blog so you can see new postings.
That
Is
All
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
New Parking Accommodations for Friday
Amy has secured us a new place to park right at the start of the Trace. A nice little bike shop, Trace Bikes, welcomes us to park and ride from there. So maybe in return, think about purchasing a Gu or something that you might need last minute from these guys in exchange.
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And a little cafe for quick food post ride is right there alongside the bike shop...Loveless Cafe.
Remember, we will be driving from the hotel, and will try to congregate around 1:00 pm for those purposes. Most likely will not drive out of the lot at 1:00. Call Amy if you're trying to get there and can't so she can change parking locations again.
View Larger Map
And a little cafe for quick food post ride is right there alongside the bike shop...Loveless Cafe.
Remember, we will be driving from the hotel, and will try to congregate around 1:00 pm for those purposes. Most likely will not drive out of the lot at 1:00. Call Amy if you're trying to get there and can't so she can change parking locations again.
Swimming Info
Christy Hager has made some arrangements for those who like to swim to do so somewhere other than the Marriott Courtyard's pool. Here is the link to the Green Hills YMCA if you are interested in swimming.
Not sure when we would swim... maybe Saturday afternoon for a little recovery? Three attendees are YMCA members, so hopefully they are nice and let non-members in also like they said they probably would... FWIW... YMCA membership information straight off their website:
Christy also wanted to introduce her new swim coach:
Not sure when we would swim... maybe Saturday afternoon for a little recovery? Three attendees are YMCA members, so hopefully they are nice and let non-members in also like they said they probably would... FWIW... YMCA membership information straight off their website:
Members of other YMCAs involved in the AWAY program and temporarily visiting from out of town may use the YMCA of Middle Tennessee’s facilities for up to 14 visits per calendar year.
The YMCA no longer provides day-use guest passes to individuals unless they are the guest of a current YMCA of Middle Tennessee member or affiliated with another YMCA organization that participates in the AWAY program.
Christy also wanted to introduce her new swim coach:
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