Welcome!
Welcome to the Offroad Syndicate, a mountain bike club and host of Saskatchewan mountain bike events. If you are new and want to get involved, you should check out our Weekly Race Series. If you are looking for more of a challenge you're welcome to race our Sask Cup event the Wascana Challenge mountain bike race, or take the ultimate challenge at the XC8: 8 Hour Enduro. If you like biking, you should join us.
Nov 12th @ 2pm at 2205 Victoria Avenue (Sports Hall of Fame).
We're switching it up a bit (in more ways than one).
Firstly, we are running the meeting on a Saturday at 2pm so everyone can make it.
The most important part of this meeting, is YOU. Its your chance to come out, talk with your Executive, to suggest (or complain) about what we're doing right and wrong.
The other important part of the Meeting is the elections, where we decide the 2012 ORS Executive.
For those who are not aware (that's most of you) .. Jay will not be returning as Club President for 2012. He is taking a break from the lead role, unless a suitable replacement does not come forward.
We will also be giving away CASH to our awesome Sask Cup racing team, $20 for all their races this season that they wore our club Jersey.
Finally, We have the option to go out for drinks/food afterwards to celebrate another great biking year.
Wascana Trails - Theft (x2)
posted 2011-09-04 20:05:02 by Offroad Syndicate
"To whom this may concern,
I was at the Wascana trails today (sept 3) between 12noon and 1pm today, and had my honda Civic broken into. There was another guy with his kids who also got his minivan broken into. I lost my GPS, sunglasses, blackberry etc.... and passenger side window.
I have made the RCMP police report, so they will have it on record. I used google latitude to track my phone to watch them drive to South Regina, then Pilot Butte and back to North Regina. Since they only track using cell phone towers, the police can't doing anything with it, but i though i'd share anyways!
- Greg"
Be advised, this is the second theft in 3 weeks. Both occurred on Saturday afternoons.
Wascana Trails - Major Theft
posted 2011-08-21 13:18:10 by Offroad Syndicate
"Our firm, Sustainable Trails 2011 Ltd. has been constructing recreational trails at this site for the past two weeks for IMBA Canada and the Regina Handcycle Club.
Yesterday, Saturday we experienced a major theft, over $12,000.00 from our vehicles. We were one of sever vehicles broken into. I personally lost my 2008-09 Specialized Enduro Carbon. As this is an expensive and rare bike, I feel that someone out there might spot it."
As a major user of the area, Offroad Syndicate members need to be aware that this is not the first incident and that theft from vehicles at Wascana Trails is a growing issue. Do not leave valuables, wallets, cameras, cell phones. Ensure bikes are locked and if unlocked, not left unattended.
Most likely the bike will be stripped down for its parts and sold separately, but if anyone sees this bike, please notify the people listed in the attached PDF.
The Andrew Thomas \\\"Everything must go\\\" Event
posted 2011-08-19 09:17:55 by Offroad Syndicate
Andrew (306) 527-0079
andrew8_thomas@hotmail.com
"I'm not looking to make money I just want this stuff to be used by someone. Meaning, if you make an offer I will most likely accept. So, everything will be going for quite cheap and all of it is very high end stuff. I also have pics of everything upon request"
Everything must go!
Kona Jake the Snake (52) the Lime green edition, Shimano 105 10 speed parts, good shape. $400.00
Ridley X-Night cyclocross fork very light, like new
4ZA spooky style cross brakes very light, like new. (Ridley house brand)
Sram XX cassette 11-32 lightly used, good shape
Dura Ace cassette 11-23 used once or twice, good shape
Dura Ace chain ring 53t good shape
XTR rear derailleur used only a few times
Dura Ace 9 speed bar end shifters
Shimano carbon MTB shoes
- Used 2 seasons, well worn but still in good condition. Size 43
Tubeless MTB tires used only a few times
Kenda Karmas (2) fast rolling, good for hard pack
Kenda Nevegals (2) - good for slippery conds or rocky terrain
Hutchinson Pythons (2) good for most conds
MTB mud tires (2) used only once or twice
MTB ultra light tires, Kenda Kozmik Lite II (2) never used, brand new
Prairie Haircut and Social
posted 2011-07-25 14:33:33 by Offroad Syndicate
Prairie haircut and social
Where: Wascana trails
When: July 27th 3:00-10:15 (this is replacing the scheduled trail ride)
Why: To try to recruit some of our club members for some trail trimming, also to create an annual must attend event.
Events:
3:00-5:00 Cutting Shift 1 8 volunteers needed.
5:00-7:00 Cutting Shift 2 8 volunteers needed.
7:00-9:00 Cutting Shift 3 8 volunteers needed.
5:15 6:15 20km dirt road race (no timing, no marking, just a map and a group of riders, Shift 2 workers will miss this)
9:15 10:15 Night ride (lights and riding skills required)
5:00 Tail Gate (BBQ and Beverages)
Some details:
Ok, so heres the deal. We are looking for 24 volunteers to commit 2 hours of trail cutting time.
Trimming equipment will be provided. At the same time we are putting on some fun activities.
Food and Drink will be provided.
11th Annual Family Fun Bike Ride for Regina Palliative Care Inc
posted 2011-07-15 00:00:00 by Offroad Syndicate
My name is Jeff Christiansen and I am Executive Director of Regina Palliative Care Inc.
Our organization supports Palliative Care Services in the Regina QuAppelle Health Region and delivers Bereavement support programs through the Greystone Bereavement Centre here in Regina.
Again this year we are hard at work preparing, together with our partners, for the Nickys Cafι and Impact Fun Bike Ride for Palliative Care and the Tour de Lumsden corporate challenge event which will be held on August 28th.
The proceeds from this race are critical to our organization and they help us continue to support the over 1500 individuals and families who are cared for in Palliative Care and Bereavement programs in our community each year.
Due to the previous race cancellation, nothing is mowed or marked at Wascana Trails. We have moved the event BACK to Douglas Park.
See you tonight!
Wascana Challenge (June 26th) postponed
posted 2011-06-23 12:42:26 by Offroad Syndicate
Unfortunately, due to the constant barrage of rain the last few weeks, Wascana Trails is a mess, and there is a lot of sitting water.
We have had to cancel the June 26th race.
We are looking at the new date as being August 7th. Any racers who have already registered who can't make the new date are welcome to refunds. Or, we will hold your registrations until the new race date.
Hope to see you there!
NWBII Wascana Challenge - Volunteers!
posted 2011-06-17 17:43:22 by Offroad Syndicate
Hello! With our NWBII XC race coming up next weekend, we need to start getting a list of volunteers to help out. If you or a family member or friend can help out at the race on Sunday that would be great! we will look after you for food and water and be entered for the prizes.
Remember that volunteering for your club is a requirement to receive your Race Subsidy, so if you help out just once this year you qualify to Receive $20 per mtb race you finish. http://www.offroadsyndicate.com/racersubsidy.php
We need volunteer help for :
Thursday June 23. Trail work. cutting grass, trimming branches, getting the trails ready to race on safely. There is a group heading out Thursday afternoon until finished or sunset whatever comes first! Meet us out there anytime, bring sunscreen and bug spray. Send us an email before hand so we know when to look for you, It can be hard to find someone when they are trimming trails.
Saturday June 25. Trail marking. We need to mark the race course. fairly easy task that takes very little time with lots of help, but with no help it can take all afternoon. we just put up signs and stakes with tape around corners. Again, let us know if you can help beforehand so we can arrange what time we will be doing this.
Sunday June 26. Race day. We need a few positions filled for race day. Finish timers, course marshals, and racer sign on help and course marking tear down. All very easy jobs, no previous experience necessary. Bring your bike and a bag if you would like to help course tear down. You get to ride the trails.
Please email us if you can help out in any of these positions! Your help is very appreciated because without it nobody gets to race!!
--
Dave
Saskatchewan Scrap Tire - Recycle Your Tires!
posted 2011-06-17 17:34:22 by Offroad Syndicate
Did you know you can now Recycle your used or destroyed mountain bike tires??
Who: You can recycle your old, unusable bicycle tires.
What: Old, unusable bike tires that are cluttering up your shed, garage or basement.
When: From May 2011 to May 2012.
Where: Pleaes return your old, unusable to this or any other participating bike retailer.
Why: To prevent bike tires from entering the waste stream.
Crash Update - Susan B
posted 2011-06-12 15:38:41 by Offroad Syndicate
Quick update on the Crash on Wednesday night.
Just got off the phone with Susan, checking up on her (others have been checking in with her as well). She is in good spirits and doing pretty well, actually.
The crash off the start on Wednesday left her with a dislocated shoulder and resulted in an ambulance trip to the Emergency Room on Wednesday.
Susan wanted to thank Phil, Kim and Jeremy, and everyone else who helped out, but especially the fellow who "had her back" the entire time, who actually gave up his race to ensure she was okay. (A name to put to the face would be helpful).
I personally can't remember the last serious crash we had on Wednesday night (the first one in probably 15+ years that required an ambulance), but this is the reason we require club membership, for insurance purposes. As a sanctioned event, Susan is covered for her expenses related to the crash. Its also another reminder that we need to be as safe as possible, but crashes do happen and we've all had them.
Otherwise, the on behalf of the Club, we hope Susan a speedy recovery. Judging by how she was on the phone, she will be riding again in no time.
Jay, Club President
New Coaching Position with the SCA!
posted 2011-06-01 16:54:35 by Offroad Syndicate
The SCA has received approval for a grant from Sask Sport to hire a provincial coach! Please view the information at:
Pass the word along to anyone you think might be interested in this new position.
An Apology and Request for Help
posted 2011-05-27 11:48:20 by Offroad Syndicate
We've received a lot of feedback about last Wednesday's trail ride. Many people are concerned about riders getting dropped and lost.
We acknowledge the issue and would like to apologize to anyone who was left behind. For the next trail ride we will split the groups according to ability and make sure there are designated leaders for each.
In addition to feedback, we would also appreciate your help. If you know the Wascana trails, and would be willing to lead a group, please contact us.
Regards,
Jeremy
First Race Canceled for Trail Maintenance - Come Be Part of it!
posted 2011-04-26 19:16:20 by Offroad Syndicate
With winter melting away and sections of our course still under water, the decision was made to CANCEL this Week's race (April 27th).
But, we are offering for the first time, the chance to put some sweat equity into the trails you love to race every week. We will be doing only the necessary maintenance to get the trails in great shape to last the rest of the season.
Bring your shovels, rakes, hoes, hedge trimmers and meet at the usual place, at the usual time.
Trailbuilder Wannabe! The IMBA Care Crew is coming!
posted 2011-04-18 19:54:27 by Offroad Syndicate
Wascana Trails
May 7, 2011.
Join the Crew, Chad, and Deanne Lazaruk, to learn how to design, build, and maintain trails in a sustainable way.
Register for the FREE IMBA Trail Building School @ SSMBC@LIVE.CA
May 6
Meet your TCC Crew at evening social
May 7
Trail Building School
9am Room 621
Education Building, U of R (AM)
Wascana Trails (PM)
Make sure to signup for your ORS Membership for the 2011 season as soon as
possible. As you know, part of our funding is determined by club membership, so
the more the merrier and the sooner the better!
Plus, you really do need to signup for insurance purposes before the FIRST race
of the season (yahoo!) on April 27th .. yes, it is that soon.
Do you want to learn how to ride your mountain bike up, down, over hills, In the dirt, in the trees and on the trails?
The Offroad Syndicate Mountain Bike Club in association with the Saskatchewan Cycling Association presents Learn2MTB; a mountain bike orientated skills course for kids ages 8 and up.
When: May 4 June 29 at 5:45 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: Meet at the Douglas Park Hill at the Scenic Lookout point located at the NW base of the hill, located in Wascana Park on McDonald St.
You will learn mountain bike riding skills like braking, gear selection, cornering, descending, riding over obstacles, balancing, climbing and proper positioning on your bike.
What you will need is a helmet and a bike in good working order. We also recommend protective eyewear like sunglasses and full fingered biking gloves.
The course will have NCCP Certified Coaches
The cost is $60, part of which covers your membership in the SCA and Offroad Syndicate Bike Club
For more information contact:
Shawn MacLennan
Cycling Development Coordinator, Sask Cycling Assoc.
780.9476
smaclennan@accesscomm.ca
The Canadian premiere of the Tour de France movie Chasing Legends will take place on February 2nd at Cineplex theatres across Canada. This is a unique chance to see a cycling film on the big screen.
We were fortunate enough to receive a preview copy of Ken Bell's latest feature. The film covers the 2009 Tour de France, the year that Lance Armstrong came out of retirement. This was an excellent year for the Tour, with the battle between Armstrong, his team mate Alberto Contador and Andy Schleck.
While much of the race footage will be familiar to anyone who followed the Tour on TV, what makes this film special is the access the film makers were given by Team HTC-Columbia. HTC-Columbia allowed the film crew into their team cars, team bus and hotel rooms, offering a unique and rare behind the scenes look at how a team runs.
We got to see the plans the team made before and during stages, and joy when Mark Cavendish took his five stage victories. We saw the crushing disappointment when George Hincapie missed grabbing the Yellow Jersey by a mere five seconds, plus the discussion about why Garmin-Slipstream worked to deny him this honour.
There are multiple interviews with members of the HTC-Columbia team (riders and staff), plus Lance Armstrong, Jens Voigt (always one of the best), Phil Liggett and Paul Sherwen, cycling great Eddy Merckx, and an incredible one with 97 year old Pierre Cogan, the oldest living Tour de France rider, who raced his first Tour in 1935, fought in the Second World War (and was a POW), before returning post-War to finish seventh in 1950. His final Tour was in 1951.
Bell manages to capture both the excitement of the Tour and the effort that it demands. It should be spectacular on the big screen.
For a complete list of Cineplex theatres showing Chasing Legends, click Here.
2011 Weekly Race Calendar
posted 2010-12-20 16:59:47 by Offroad Syndicate
The new calendar for 2011 has been posted on the Race Series page. We have added "Reverse" weeks as well as 3 Group Rides/Races out at Wascana Trails.
The Sask Parks trail survey will be closing off on November 5th.
So if you have not already done this, there is still time. Please go to the following link:
http://www.tpcs.gov.sk.ca/trail-survey-request
This is our chance to have some say in what we would like to see for trails in provincial parks.
Thanks for helping out.
Donna Shire
(Saskatchewan IMBA Rep)
Esterhazy IMBA Weekend - Wow!
posted 2010-10-08 13:33:57 by Offroad Syndicate
Esterhazy has put together an amazing IMBA trail building weekend. If you don't have plans (and even if you do) you should take this in.
October 16th
Friday evening at the Legion hall basement in Esterhazy (SE corner of Main and Veterans) @ 7:30pm is a social with pool table darts a cash bar etc
October 16th
Sat @ 9 am @ Esterhazy High School ( drive east thru Esterhazy to the Mohawk/Subway, turn left on East Drive then take the first left and follow to highschool) for the classroom theory portion of the weekend.
Twelve noon the dinner bell goes off and pizza is served then we head out to the trail and slave labour commences at 1pm til four. This is the practical portion of the event.
Saturday evening has nothing planned but could end up with a casual get together at our cottage.
October 17th
Sunday at 10 am we meet at the race course start finish area for the group ride (or hike for those who choose) We will have on site BBQ to close off the weekend.
Cost for all the above is free.
Register at IMBA.com.
See the poster on our website which is linked to the SCA website.
That pretty much sums it up.
There is also a possibility for free accomadations at our cottage, but you need to let me know if you want to go this route so I can clue you in.
Tom Landine
tvlandine@gmail.com
306 745 22675
AlleyCat Courier Race - Oct 9th!
posted 2010-10-05 18:23:20 by Offroad Syndicate
Saturday, Oct 9, 2010
Messenger race #fourteen, that is fourteen years of racing regina's urban street race, a race against the clock. Each competitor must find their way to a dozen or more addresses around an urban area. Competitors get a list of street addresses and landmarks. You create a route ad hoc and set off to ride to each point in any order, filling in clues and getting stamps before looping back to the finish.
Sponsored by regina's bike shops and BIG ROCK!
bring your bike, a helmet, a taillight and a messenger bag. 20 bucks. 1677 athol st race starts at 8pm, registration at 7. call for info 596-0300. and bring a friend!
Western Cycle Open House Training Session
posted 2010-09-30 17:41:02 by Offroad Syndicate
We here at Western Cycle are putting together a couple indoor bike training classes this fall/winter, and are inviting you to an Open House Training Session. We are very excited about offering this for the winter to help with your cycling and triathlon training, it will start Wednesday October 6th at 7:00 pm and please be ready to ride at 7:30 pm.
Local triathlon coach and triathlete Patrick Ash will be instructing a Monday night class split into two blocks. One starting in the fall and the other to ensue after the holiday break. Check out his website at http://www.patrickashcoaching.com/
Ironman athlete and spin instructor Doug Mitchell will be conducting a 16 week training program starting January 2011, 2 training sessions per week for a total of 32 sessions, held on Monday and Thursday nights.
We will have bike storage provided to you so you dont have to lug your bike when its minus -40 in the dead of winter, you do have the option to store your trainer as well.
We will have a few Fluid trainers for demos during the open house and we are offering a special deal on a Kurt Kinetic Fluid Road Machine if you sign up for training. Please call in advance to reserve a demo trainer as quantities are limited.
You have options of purchasing an entire training package or drop ins are also welcome.
Contact Dane and the Team @ Western for more information:
SCA Awards Banquet
October 23, 2010
Marquis Hall, University of Saskatchewan
Join SCA members for a social evening of great food to celebrate the past seasons victories and cheer on the award winners. Dont miss your chance to attend the first ever Saskatchewan Cycling Association Awards Banquet!
Cost:
Single Tickets $30 prior to October 1;
Single Tickets $35 after October 1
Program: 6:00 pm start; 6:30 buffet; 7:30 awards
Contact the SCA office to purchase your tickets
posted 2010-09-29 12:12:38 by Offroad Syndicate
This past Sunday (Sept 26) a green LG cell phone was lost while walking in Wascana Trails.
The phone was lost on the long flat loop south of the bridge and on the parking lot side of the creek.
(A trail that hasn't been mowed all summer and has really tall grass!)
Please forward this info to others.
If by some very good luck someone finds the phone they can contact Sarah Kreiger directly - 306-202-0305
sandskrieger@yourlink.ca
ORS AGM 2010
posted 2010-09-27 18:32:53 by Offroad Syndicate
The ORS Annual General Meeting will be held on October 19th at 7:30pm.
2205 Victoria Avenue (Sports Hall of Fame)
* Front door, ring the doorbell for entry.
This is an important meeting. If you are a club member and want to be involved with how your club is run, and hearing from your elected executive, you should attend.
The core of the agenda is:
Review of our annual events
Member Fedback session
Executive elections
Anyone collecting the racer subsidy must attend the meeting to be eligible.
On September 7th, the 2010 XC8 registration closes! You do not want to miss this season.
Western Cycle is giving away a shwack of prizes including a 2009 Cannondale Scalpel 4 Bike, valued at over $3200.
Signup, or get your team together ASAP, but time is running out for the premiere and final Saskatchewan Mountain Bike Race of the season.
Race Results have been Posted
posted 2010-08-20 14:33:37 by Offroad Syndicate
With the summer holidays, people being away, and timers being cycled, we have not been posting race results in a timely manner. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Results for August 4th have been posted and we are working to add the other missing race results.
Regina City MTB Championship
posted 2010-08-18 17:54:26 by Offroad Syndicate
Whew! We made it through another season! Come one, come all to the final weekly event of the year.
August 25th at Douglas Park Hill.
Sign-On at the usual 6:15 and Race starts at 6:30 sharp.
We will be holding our annual Regina City Championship including Meal, Prizes and Social... all sponsored by Dutch Cycle and ORS!
XC8 Trail Cutting
posted 2010-08-11 15:47:50 by Offroad Syndicate
Greetings offroaders, we are planning a few days of trail work at Buffalo Pound to get things ready for XC8 and fall riding fun. The first day is this Sunday, lead by myself. On the agenda are "Twister", "Weeping Fee", and perhaps "Roots" depending on how much help I can enlist. If you love riding at BP, here's your chance to help keep the trails great. All you need is some decent work clothes, gloves, eye protection and some energy, the club will provide the tools. Tools being gas powered weed wackers and hand trimmers. Hand trimming is an easy and fun job, you can ride the trails and just stop and cut back any branches that are intruding on your line.
If you are willing and able to come help let me know in advance by emailing me at kris_abrahamson@hotmail.com
Regards,
Kris
Stolen Bikes
posted 2010-08-10 12:48:44 by Offroad Syndicate
Stolen Bikes to watch for:
- Lime green Divinci youth mtn bike
- Rocky Mtn Fusion (charcoal)
- Rocky Mtn Vertex 70 (wht/silver)
- Scott Nautilus (dirty mustard yellow)
Please keep an eye out. Call 502-6949 with any tips.
Just a heads up, we are accepting race day registration. Just in case you have not registered but want to race.
We will be doing course marking at 8:00AM tomorrow morning. If you want to come and help out you are more than welcome.
The more people the faster it goes. You can even ride your bike and put up a couple signs if you wish.
Jeremy Trask, VP Sask Cup
Win a $500 gift card from Western Cycle
posted 2010-07-22 15:20:59 by Offroad Syndicate
We are drawing for a $500 Gift Card to be used on anything in the shop.
In order to enter to win the card you must donate $20 or more to Regina Palliative Care Inc. People can donate either in the store, or online at this web address: http://www.canadahelps.org/gp/8705
The draw will be on Aug. 16th for the gift card. Today was the first day we started asking customers in the shop and we have already raised over $150.
Who knows maybe you could be the winner!!
Dane Stennes,
Western Cycle
NWBII Wascana Challenge Registration Deadline!
posted 2010-07-19 14:58:53 by Offroad Syndicate
We are fast approaching the Registration Deadline for the NWBII Wascana Challenge... Registration CLOSES on July 21st and there is no race-day entry this year.
But, if for some reason you cannot make the entry deadline and still want to race, please make arrangements by calling Jay @ 306-789-5124
Reminder! We are doing the annual race preview at Wascana Trails this Wednesday, July 21st. Bring your registration forms and payment and take care of 2 birds with one stone ;)
If we are rained out for some reason, registrations can be dropped off at Jay's house.
posted 2010-07-05 13:03:22 by Offroad Syndicate
Hello fellow mountain bike enthusiasts!
I am once again contacting you in my (volunteer) position as the Saskatchewan IMBA Rep. (International Mountain Biking Association)
The Sask. Ministry of Tourism, Parks, Culture & Sport will be conducting a survey of trail users to get a better idea of what people (like us) are looking for in our parks.
They would like to hear from at least 200 mountain bikers from around the province. This will give them a solid data base to assess interests and preferences.
If you love riding trails, this is a chance to have your say and input to the provincial government.
Sask. Parks will be distributing cards to some bike shops next week.
The cards will make people aware of the survey as well as list the web-site for a survey participation request form.
Parks will also work with the SCA to get as many bike club members to participate as possible. But anyone who likes to bike on trails is encouraged to share their views club member or not.
Please help get the word out about this survey and encourage as many people as possible to participate.
Thanks for your help.
Donna Shire
Beater Bike Championship
posted 2010-06-23 17:45:41 by Offroad Syndicate
Hello Offroaders, it's that time of the year again, time to dust off that winter singlespeed, that 1988 Tomac wannabe, that Wal-Mart dual suspension rig (eek!) and get down to business for the 2010 Singlespeed and Beater Championship! This years race takes place tomorrow, June 23rd, same time, same place. On the line is the coveted ORS Singlespeed Champ beer mug! No, not the one won by Pedro last year, I'll get a new one, one that says 2010 on it.
Rules are simple, ride a bike you would not normally race on, preferably a singlespeeder. Note that any bike can be made into a singlespeeder, and be eligible for the cup, by picking a gear and using it for the entire race! If your only bike happens to be a $10,000 plastic bike with XXX on it, you can run that too, but honestly, why would you want to? Worthless bonus points for dressing like a fool.
Post race beer and brats at my place, 285 Angus Cres.
Hopefully the weather holds out for us, if we get rained out we'll move the race back to next week. No additional emails means we are a GO, I'll send out a notice if we have to postpone, due to biblical rains.
If you have not already purchased your Club Membership for 2010, you should do so before June 15th.
This is the deadline that determines our funding from Sask Sport for this year. It is also very important that you have your membership for insurance purposes for the Wednesday night training races.
The Affinity YMCA Urban Challenge is coming June 19th, 2010 to beautiful Wascana and Douglas parks.
The Affinity YMCA of Regina's Urban Challenge (formally known as the YMCA Echo
Challenge which was held out at Echo Valley Provincial Park for the last 12
years) is being held in Regina this year on Saturday, June 19th at the
Centre of the Arts. This event is a major fundraiser for YMCA of Regina Strong Kids Campaign.
The event is has 4 stages consisting of the following:
1. A run portion to Douglas Park (4km)
2. Mountain bike portion through Douglas Park Hill area (8km)
3. Trail run from Douglas Park to the southeast side of Wascana Lake
(across the lake from the marina) (3km)
4. Canoe/kayak portion (3km) and finishes with a short run to the Centre
of the Arts.
5. Each team (2-5 people) or individual must collect puzzle pieces along
the way and put the puzzle together at the finish line.
The top fundraiser prize is a trip for 2 anywhere Westjet Flies!
This will be a great event and we anticipate a large participation from the
community as its format is very unique and exciting.
For more information please visit http://www.regina.ymca.ca/
We have just launched the new website and registration for Wascana Challenge 2010.
You can register online, or by mail. Registration is a flat $30. There is NO RACE DAY registration this year.
Due to scheduling issues we had to cancel the Night Race portion of the event, sorry.
We hope to see you guys July 25th
Tour De Lumsden Event
posted 2010-05-14 17:17:12 by Offroad Syndicate
10th Annual Tour De Lumsden
August 22nd, 2010
Its a charity ride for the Regina Palliative care (RCPI). They have a competitive component to the race called the Tour de Lumsden and we are looking for racers to form corporate teams of 3 and raise money for the cause.
Mountain Bike Skills Course running from May 5th until June 23rd at the Douglas Park Hill.
When: 5:30 6:15 PM. with an opportunity to join in the Offroad Syndicate Wednesday Night club race at 6:30.
Where: Meet at the Douglas Park Hill at the Scenic Lookout point located at the NW base of the hill, located in Wascana Park on McDonald St.
You will learn mountain bike riding skills like breaking, gear selection, cornering, descending, riding over obstacles, balancing, climbing and proper positioning on your bike.
What you will need is a helmet and a bike in good working order.
The course will be lead by a NCCP Level III Cycling Coach.
The cost is $40 which covers your membership in the SCA and Offroad Syndicate Bike Club
For more information contact:
Sean at 569-3265 or kukura@sasktel.net
Esterhazy is Go! - Updated
posted 2010-05-13 00:33:21 by Offroad Syndicate
Congrats to all our club racers who participated in the Esterhazy race. We are very proud of you and hope our stellar turnout continues into the next races :)
Stolen Bike - Hummer Cove XC
posted 2010-05-09 17:05:33 by Offroad Syndicate
Keep an eye out for a stolen Hummer Cove XC. It was stolen this morning in Regina, before the Esterhazy race.
Spring Classic (Road #1) Cancelled
posted 2010-04-24 12:46:33 by Offroad Syndicate
Sask Cup #1 (Road Racing) for April 25th has been postponed. Please pass along the news.
Get to Racing - April 28th
posted 2010-04-21 13:34:55 by Offroad Syndicate
The first Wednesday night race is on April 28th. To get you in the mood to ride your bike, here's something awesome you should not try at home:
My sister in law is an ESL teacher at Judge Bryant School and she is looking for bikes for the ESL students. Many of the EAL students at Judge Bryant School are refugees and have lived in Canada for less than a year. Could you help us find bikes for these kids? We will take the bikes in any condition and pick up is not a problem. Thank you for your support.
What is needed:
- 50-60 bikes for students ages 5-13.
- bike helmets and locks
For Whom: 50-60 EAL students ages 5-13 years old
Contact:
Cynthia Penner-Haughey
924-4871 home
540-2028 cell
Thanks,
Chris Penner-Mayoh
Two Sask Boys raising funds for Diabetes
posted 2010-03-20 23:22:50 by Offroad Syndicate
Dear Offroad Syndicate,
Both Kelly and I cut our teeth racing in Saskatchewan. I was the Cameco Cup Champ back in 1994, yah we are old. There are still some people there that remember us, mainly Saskatoon but a lot of us have moved away and in fact Kelly, Kevin, Cory, Jake and myself were some of the first Saskatchewan cyclists to move out to the coast to take our cycling to the next level. Some have gone on to build some amazing lives through cycling and have helped to contribute to the development of fellow Saskatchewan cyclists as time has moved on.
I thought that the chance to win a Day 6 ride with the BC Bike Race might appeal to a Saskatchewan rider and hopefully inspire a few others to do the event. We are looking for people to pledge their support to Team Diabetes and they can also help us promote Squamish by joining the Facebook page that I created for Bike Squamish. We will have draw prizes for those on the facebook page (with the grand prize being a day 6 ride in Squamish with a BC Bike Race jersey and bag).
We have just launched the new XC8 website and Early Bird registration is now open.
You will save 23% by registering early until May 15th. We are going to bring you the best XC8 ever, and if you haven't been .. what are you waiting for?
Osprey Hydraulics Team
posted 2010-03-01 14:10:40 by Offroad Syndicate
Please find attached the press release announcing todays launch of our national recruitment campaign to form the 2010 Canadian Osprey Hydraulics Team (see attached poster as well), a unique mountain biking team that will bring together 10 Canadian riders selected for their thirst for action. Each team member will ride during the 2010 season with one of the new Osprey Raptor packs (http://www.ospreypacks.com/Packs/RaptorSeries), combining the groundbreaking Hydraulics hydration system and Ospreys expertise in carry, comfort and fit. All these riders will have to do in return is to blog and document their fun during the season. Applications have to be sent before April 30th. Information and details on www.ospreypacks.ca.
Bike/Run Clinic with Gold Medal Coach Lance Watson
posted 2010-02-28 17:51:50 by Offroad Syndicate
Don't Miss Out
Get Up Close and Personal with the Coach who took Simon Whitfield to Gold!
Join Us for a Very Special Once-in-a-Lifetime Triathlon Day Camp
(presented by Level 10 Fitness)
March 6, 2010
With Olympic Gold Medal and Ironman Champion Coach Lance Watson!
Saskatoon Field House
Workout Sessions: 12:00-2:15.
Purpose: Work on technique, drills and field testing to establish heart rate zone training and racing parameters.
Content: Run session, followed by Bike session: We will start each session with drills and technical work to refine your skills, and establish a good warm up routine. We will then perform some race simulated efforts to determine threshold heart rate (HR), capturing HR data intermittently. This data will be referenced in the HR training lecture. We will run first, change, and then bike afterwards. This will be a vigorous workout. Results will be a bit better if athletes can plan for the prior day to be a lighter, recovery oriented day.
Seminars: 2:30-4:00. (light snacks provided)
Lecture 1: Target your training precisely!
Implementing heart rate zones into your training regime: What do the heart rate zones mean, and how do you use them? Setting heart rate targets to ensure racing success. Sample heart rate based workouts for different times of year.
Lecture 2: Nail your nutrition!
The nuts and bolts of Ironman and triathlon sports performance nutrition. We will discuss how to break down and track your performance nutrition, to create a training and racing protocol that helps ensure race success.
Athletes will need:
Bike and trainer; Run gear; Heart rate monitor, preferably; Sport nutrition/hydration (during and post-workout); Pen and paper; Dry clothes for post workout.
Then Join Us at
Our 25th Anniversary Celebration of Triathlon in Saskatchewan!
Keynote Speaker: Lance Watson
Evening AGM keynote.
Up your game!
How did Simon Whitfield and Lisa Bentley take the next step in their career? Coach Lance teaches you how to make the right choices to take that next step in your performance, including skill assessment, long term planning, attention to detail, and creating steps to achieving your goals.
We'll be serving up a terrific banquet meal. Music, raffles, 50/50 draw, Athlete Awards Presentation, and a Slide Show Presentation of the past 25 years.
Cost:
Lance Watson Day Camp Clinic and Lecture Plus Evening 25th Anniversary Celebration and Awards Banquet: $80 (adult) $65 (junior)
Lance Watson Day Camp Clinic and Lecture only: $50 (adult) $35 (junior)
Lance Watson Lecture only: $20 (adults and juniors)
Want to Register? Log onto
www.triathlonsaskatchewan.org
Road to Roubaix Screening in Regina
posted 2010-02-28 17:49:18 by Offroad Syndicate
Regina Cycle Club and Dutch Cycle are pleased to present a screening of the documentary movie Road to Roubaix
Rainbow Cinema Golden Mile, 3806 Albert Street, Regina
Date/time: Wednesday 24th March, 2010 at 7:00 pm
Tickets $10.00, available from Dutch Cycle or contact Paul Levett (plevett at sasktel.net)
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Paraplegic Association.
The film deftly weaves rare behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, and a collection of photographsboth contemporary and archivalthat make Road To Roubaix an organic visual narrative that engages audiences from beginning to end. This is a rare look at Paris-Roubaix usually reserved for the sport's insiders.
Watch the preview at http://www.masterlinkfilms.com/
Offroad Syndicate Team Clothing
posted 2010-01-25 16:18:40 by Offroad Syndicate
Greetings Offroaders, we are planning another order of our cool new green and white team clothing. We would like to have the order placed by early February so we can ensure we have the goods by the start of race season. We don't have a sizing kit this time around so be advised that it fits a bit small so it is a good idea to go one size larger than usual. Also if you just don't know what size send an email and I'll let you know what similarly sized riders ordered last time around.
Cost is $80 per item (shorts, jerseys). We can order short sleeve and long sleeve jerseys, shorts and bibs.
Also we are selling off our remaining "classic" orange and white kit for a steal of a deal. $125 gets you a pair of high quality shorts, a jersey and a jacket!
Remember that to qualify for the ORS racer subsidy you need to be sporting either the new, or classic, kit.
Please send order information to:
kris_abrahamson@hotmail.com
Regards,
The ORS Exec
Movie Night: Race Across the Sky
posted 2010-01-12 16:17:31 by Offroad Syndicate
Its time for another Movie Night!
Galaxy Cinemas is playing "Race Across the Sky" .. this is not a closed viewing and is open to everyone, but its a biking movie, so you know you gotta go.
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
7:00pm
Galaxy Cinemas Regina (420 McCarthy Boulevard N)
Race Across the Sky
"Lance Armstrong and Other Top Cyclists Race onto Cineplex Entertainment Screens in a Grueling Quest to Reach the Finish Line with Inspirational Race Across the Sky Leadville Trail 100"
Just a reminder for everyone that you can enjoy the in-door cyclng at the Fieldhouse on Sundays.
Time: 8:30-9:30 PM
Open to all SCA members
Wascana Trails; cars broken into
posted 2009-11-17 18:37:18 by Offroad Syndicate
"I am writing on behalf of a friend that was out at wascana trails Tuesday, Nov. 17. While there she had her car broken into and a bag
stolen... which is crappy... but she was on her way to get photos printed of her 2 year old boy and lost EVERY PHOTO of him for the last year. She is devistated.
Apparently a number of cars were broken into.
If you could somehow get the word out to the cycling community to keep their eyes open as they drive/ride around that area it would be
greatly appreciated. The photos were on various media, disk, sd, etc. and if anyone happened to be out there and saw anything odd... please phone the police! If anyone finds media or bags out that way please
let me know at creaganturic@gmail.com"
Coach Cal Zaryski Training Session Nov 29
posted 2009-11-09 12:46:41 by Offroad Syndicate
Regina Multisport Club is very pleased to be hosting multisport Coach Cal Zaryski on November 29 in Regina. Coach Cal is with Critical Speed.Com out of Calgary.
He will be leading a three hour Bike/Run (Brick) session starting on Sunday, November 29 at 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Fieldhouse (we have two lanes of the track and one of the courts. Cost will be $50 and space is limited to 50 participants. To Register for this event, please click here.
All participants must have their own bikes and bike trainers. This event is will involve considerable biking and running and is geared for athletes who have completed at least two sprint distance or greater triathlons. This is primarily an adult training event. High performance youth will be considered. Please email Bike@reginamultisport.com
ORS AGM Results
posted 2009-11-09 12:45:29 by Offroad Syndicate
Thanks to everyone for coming out to the ORS AGM again this year, its good to see more people coming each season to find out what happens "behind the scenes"
Our executive has changed (slightly) with Dean Etienne returning as one of our "Member at Large" positions. Here is the new Executive:
President: Jay Van Ginneken
VP Endurance: Kris Abrahamson
VP Sask Cup: Jeremy Trask
VP Race Series: Paul Levett
VP Finance: Cheryl Partridge
Members: Dave Bitschy, Dean Etienne
ORS Annual General Meeting - Oct 28th
posted 2009-10-19 12:10:52 by Offroad Syndicate
Hello!
The ORS AGM is set for October 28th (2 weeks).
7:00pm @ 2205 Victoria Avenue (Sports Hall of Fame).
The AGM will be the same format as last year. We will have an open discussion
about our events, a financial review, elections, and a Post-AGM social.
Food and drinks will be provided.
Anyone who is eligible for the Race Subsidy is required to attend to collect
their cheque. Please see the ORS website to ensure you are credited properly
and have your volunteer time counted.
Racer Subsidy 2009
posted 2009-10-13 18:48:57 by Offroad Syndicate
Below is the list of club members, their total number of eligible races, and whether they have completed their volunteer work or not. Please contact us before the AGM if there are any mistakes, problems, or missing information.
Jeremy Erdmann, 3 races, volunteer work, $60.
Jeremy Trask, 4 races, volunteer work, $80.
Dave Bitschy, 4 races, volunteer work, $80.
Pedro Peralta, 4 races, volunteer work, $80.
Kris Abrahamson, 3 races, volunteer work, $60.
Russ Down, 1 race, NO volunteer time.
Rick Vircavs, 3 races, volunteer work, $60.
David Meban, 4 races, NO volunteer time.
Jeremy Wirges, 3 races, NO volunteer time.
Jay Van Ginneken, 3 races, volunteer work = $60.
Sam Nayet, 1 race, NO volunteer time.
Orville Aldrich, 2 races, NO volunteer time.
Phil Anderson, 1 race, NO volunteer time.
Susan Bladkyo, 3 races, volunteer time = $60.
Cory Elek, 4 races, volunteer time = $80.
Dean Etienne, 1 races, volunteer time = $20.
Everyone interested in receiving a subsidy payment must attend the ORS AGM.
XC8: Lost and Found
posted 2009-09-29 13:33:34 by Offroad Syndicate
I left a sleeveless salmon coloured jersey by the massage tent at the XC8. - Susan Bladyko
If you found any of these items, please contact the owner or the Offroad Syndicate
XC8
posted 2009-09-03 19:48:36 by Offroad Syndicate
XC8 is at record numbers, and still growing;
I apologize to anyone looking for the results from the weekly series. These will be posted as soon as possible. Your ORS Executive has been busy with (what might be) the largest biking event in Saskatchewan.
See you at XC8 this weekend.
City Championship
posted 2009-08-25 12:04:41 by Offroad Syndicate
Reminder of the City MTB Championships tomorrow night (Wednesday). Bring your bike and your appetite, and the whole family if you like! Food and prizes.
Volunteer Registration - XC8
posted 2009-08-11 01:16:04 by Offroad Syndicate
We are requiring volunteer registration for Xc8 this season, because we are catering a meal and don't want anyone to miss out.
So, you NEED to contact us in advance if you will be lending a hand at this season's XC8.
Just drop us a line by the end of August to let us know you're coming and if you prefer a regular or vegetarian meal. Seriously, if you don't "register" with us, you won't be eating.. sorry!
City Championship EVENT Announcement!
posted 2009-08-11 01:08:25 by Offroad Syndicate
This year's Dutch Cycle City Championship is turning into the wind up event of the year! Come one, come all! Bring your friends, family, and get everyone out for the last race of the season on August 26th. Even if you don't race, come anyway to relax, chat, and spend time with the club before the long cold winter.
Dutch Cycle is bringing out a bunch of prizes, and I remember last year EVERYONE left with something.
.. But wait, there's more!
Freddy will be on site and he's bringing in the big guns .. the FREE FOOD! What?
Theo Bill's restaurant will be catering pizza, salad, and drinks. The meal will be on-site following the race. If the weather turns bad on us we'll go to the restaurant instead... we got it all covered. This is on Dutch's tab so we hope everyone comes out.
Everyone is welcome.
Point 2 Point Event Aug 12th
posted 2009-08-11 01:02:32 by Offroad Syndicate
The annual Point 2 Point (P2P) is this Wednesday, August 12th. We have devised a new course with some new puzzles, twists, and turns. A little more simplified than years past, but will still be a lot of fun.
This is at WASCANA TRAILS, we will not be at Douglas this week. Race starts at about 6:45pm .. so don't be late!
The race is coming fast and we are marking trail this weekend for the race. If you want to take some pride and get your volunteer time, come to Wascana for 9am on July 11th.
As usual, we need volunteers for all kinds of fun stuff on Sunday. From Race Marshall, Set-up, Tear-down, Registration, Food, etc. All volunteers are treated as racers, so you get all the cool stuff the racers do. Thanks!
Trail Grooming; Wascana Trails
posted 2009-06-29 18:43:26 by Offroad Syndicate
We are planning Trail Grooming for the Western Cycle Wascana Challenge this Saturday (July 4th).
Anyone who is interested in helping out please contact Jay @ 789-5124 or tigermtb@hotmail.com.
We have been known to move the time and date around due to weather, etc.. so please call so we know who is planning on coming.
We are aiming for a meeting time approx 9am but we will be out there several hours if you arrive a little late.
This volunteer time counts towards your Racer Subsidy.
IMBA Trail Crew; Blackstrap Edition
posted 2009-06-24 15:05:31 by Offroad Syndicate
Dear fellow cyclists,
The NBR is privileged to host the IMBA Trail Crew at Blackstrap Provincial Park this July. The International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) is dedicated to creating, enhancing and preserving trail opportunities for mountain bikers worldwide. IMBA is sending a crew to help us build new trails and will be in Saskatoon July 2-5.
We would like to offer everyone in the province the opportunity to hear about this event and learn some trail building skills. If possible I would appreciate you could advertise this event to your club members through word-of-mouth, through email or by posting it on your website.
If anyone has any specific questions or would like more details, please contact either myself or Brad Turk (b.turk@sasktel.net)
Thank you in advance,
Kathryn Theede
NBR President
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NBR Mountain Bike Club of Saskatoon presents:
IMBA Trail Building School at Blackstrap Provincial Park
Learn to design, build and maintain sustainable trails from the best! The International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) is dedicated to creating, enhancing and preserving trail opportunities for mountain bikers worldwide.
WHEN: Saturday, July 4th, 2009
WHAT: Classroom session (9am-12:00), Field session (1:30pm-5:00pm), BBQ and Social (6:00pm) to follow for all club members
WHERE: Dundurn Community Hall (classroom), Blackstrap Provincial Park (field session), Blackstrap Provincial Park Campground (BBQ)
HOW MUCH? FREE! (yes, we said FREE) **(Entry to the Provincial Park is not FREE, please support our local provincial parks)
We will also be having a group ride on the new trails on Sunday morning at 10:00, so come and make a weekend out of it. People will be camping at Blackstrap for the weekend, so if you can't make it on Saturday please come and join the club Sunday morning. There is also a group ride and potluck planned on Thursday July 2, 2009 to welcome the crew to Saskatoon. Check out the club website www.saskcycling.ca/~nbr for the complete schedule and details.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR TRAIL BUILDING--SPACE IS LIMITED
***please contact Brad at 683-2617 or b.turk@sasktel.net for further details and sign-up online at http://go.imba.com/saskatoon
See us at http://www.saskcycling.ca/~nbr/
Want to learn more about IMBA? Visit http://www.imba.com
*The* Race of 2009 Gets a New Date
posted 2009-06-20 13:22:07 by Offroad Syndicate
Greetings Offroad Syndicants, due to the sheer awesomeness of the 2009 Regina Singlespeed and Beater Championships and the fact that we know you just cant wait to dust off that 1992 purple anodized bike collecting dust in your garage we have moved up the date of the race to THIS WEEK (June 24th) from Canada Day. (Ulterior motive being we think some of you may have better things to do on Canada Day!)
Some of you may be new to this race so let me try to spell it out with a few simple rules (we all know that rules are meant to be )
- Singlespeeds rock
- If you dont have a singlespeed an old beater is a fine stand in. A singlespeed beater is perfect.
- Whats a beater you ask? A bike that is worth less on the street corner than a cold ½ drank double double from Timmies qualifies.
- Anything purchased from Wal-Mart definitely qualifies. Heck even a cross bike qualifies due to how bad they suck on the Wednesday night course!
- Fancy cycling gear is banned. Dress as clown like as you can dream up. Dont worry about people laughing at you, most people laugh at cyclists in lycra anyways!
- Have fun!
If somehow you dont have a beater bike, or are just too posh to ride it, please come anyways on your XTR equipped wonder-bike. It will be a good time for all. After the race well head out for some social time. Bonus here being we are all riding bikes that we can lock up (if we even need to!). It might be a good idea to bring a change of clothes though. If you can only make it to one Wednesday night race this year (you know who you are!) make sure its the 2009 Regina Singlespeed and Beater Championship!
Regards,
Kris Abrahamson
Offroad Syndicate VP
Stolen Bike: Trek Fuel EX8
posted 2009-06-11 13:31:19 by Offroad Syndicate
Last night I had my Trek Fuel EX8 stolen. It's black with grey highlights, bontager race seats, wheels, shimano brakes and a California repair shop sticker on the frame under the seat.
The possibilities of getting it back are slim but one can hope. I appreciate any help you guys can provide.
Jeremy Horbach, jeremy.horbach@mac.com
Canmore Iron Lung XC
posted 2009-06-09 22:19:02 by Offroad Syndicate
Check out this video from the Canmore XC race this season. You can see club members Dean Etienne (11th in Expert), Andrew Thomas (3rd in Elite), and a bunch of the Dead Goat riders we know and love.
Hey, I just wanted to pass along some info about a marathon/enduro
race at a very nice venue in Morden Manitoba coming up on June 7th.
The course is a real jewel - really fun flowing single track around a
lake.
The SCA High Performance Committee is sending a team to the Canada Cup in Edmonton on June 12-14. The trip will leave from Regina on Friday morning at 6am, pick up racers in Saskatoon at 9am and continue to Edmonton. Pre ride the course on Friday; the race is on Saturday and the return trip on Sunday.
Currently the SCA is planning to take the van only, but if there is enough interest we can attach the SCA trailer and open additional spots for SCA licensed riders to join the trip. The cost will be approximately $185 and will include transport in the SCA van from Regina to Edmonton, shared accommodations at the Lister Dorms at the University of Alberta, and race day feed support. The fee does not include food expenses or race entry.
We still require a driver for this trip, if you know of anyone interested have them contact me for details. There is an opportunity for the driver to race as well.
Please let me know by June 1 if you are interested. The spot(s) will be filled on a first come first serve basis.
Denise Eberle
Executive Director
Saskatchewan Cycling Association
2205 Victoria Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0S4
306 780-9299 fax 306 525-4009
www.saskcycling.ca
Douglas Park Race Map Updated
posted 2009-05-16 14:06:57 by Offroad Syndicate
The new race course map has been posted for Douglas Park (for anyone who hasn't been out or isn't sure about the new course). http://offroadsyndicate.com/raceseries.php
Inspired Bicycles - Danny MacAskill
posted April 23, 2009 by David Meban
Im not in the habit of forwarding videos, but I thought this one was worth it.
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