ORS+RCC Party - Bowling Night posted October 24th, 2008 …… by Jason Christbason Night Change! Please RSVP Now! It has been a long year of training, racing, crashing, flats, bumps, jumps, missed shifts and broken chains. So! let's all enjoy a night out Glow Bowling at the Golden Mile Lanes :) This is a get together for all RCC & ORS members because darn-it we all Rock on Bikes so Let's Party Down! Of course I will arrange some crazy prizes for various categories, so you never know what you might win! Saturday, November 8th 7pm to 9pm Golden Mile Bowling Lanes RCC & ORS is picking up the cost for the bowling. Please don't hesitate to bring family but I do ask that people RSVP just so I know I have reserved enough lanes. RSVP how many to: biking_cowboy@yahoo.com Come on out and see Cheryl bowl a perfect game! A Perfect Game of Gutter Balls...(oh! the challenge has been issued)

Annual General Meeting posted October 24th 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Thanks for everyone who showed up for the AGM this year. We mixed it up a bit with open forum and then strolled over to Copper Kettle for a great meal and social. The ORS Executive remains unchanged except for the addition of Paul Levett who replaced Dean Etienne as local race director.

Dutch Cyclocross Classic posted October 5th 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Despite the 'unfavorable' weather (okay, it was downright ridiculous) the Dutch Cyclocross Classic was a blast. Everyone got really muddy and there were plenty of people who were happy they did it; One Saskatoon racer who hates racing in the mud and rain told me afterwards that he had fun and was glad he did it. Of course there were plenty of prizes to go around sponsored by Dutch Cycle and Kona. Thanks to our volunteers and helpers. Kris designed the course but Jeremy was out modding the course just before the race (did I mention it was muddy?). Patty Thomas, Paul Levett, Sean Kukura, Marc Quinett all came out and helped out (among others, sorry if I missed thanking you). The Regina DoubleCross weekend was pretty good overall.

XC8 Grand Prize Fork: For Sale! posted September 23rd, 2008 …… by Russ Down Russ is selling the fantastic fork he won at the Blocks Cycle XC8! It is a 2009 Rock Shox Sid Race fork (MSRP $850). You can contact Russ at rdown[at]sasktel.net to make your offers.

Stolen Bike - Norco Sasquatch posted September 23rd, 2008 …… by Janet Faulds We had seen your site and where planning to go to your next event when his bicycle was stolen. It is a 2008 Norco Sasquatch as in pictures attached. I have filed a police report, canvassed the neighborhood with a poster, called pawn shops. Anyone with any tips that might lead to recovery of the bike, please contact Janet Faulds at 205-2944.

White Butte Duathalon posted September 21st, 2008 …… by Jay Van Ginneken After chatting with Mark Gibson, President of Regina Multi Sport at the SCA AGM this weekend, I have registered for the Duathalon (run and bike) on Sunday, September 28th. I'd like to encourage everyone to join me. Personally, I don't run, at least not well... and my biking has been a little 'slack' this year... But am going to try it anyway. There is a 2.5km run, a 10km bike, and then a second 2.5km run -- It will be fun. You can also choose to do double those distances, or do it as a 'team' with one runner and a cyclist. If you are interested in more info and registering ($35) go to the multi-sport website. You MUST register by the 25th or you can't race (No race-day entry): http://www.reginamultisport.com The Registration Link: http://www.eventsonline.ca/events/regina_whitebutte/ Here is the poster and race information and the race course map

CycloCross Season posted September 20th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate There is a CycloCross Race every Wednesdays at 5:45, just by the westside of the Science Center. Also on Saturday morning same place at 11:00am. there is a 30 min race and a 40 min race. Its a pretty laid back atmosphere. There is no requirement to have a cross specific bike. You are welcome to come out with your mountain bike, single speed, road bike or even your time trial bike if you like. So, if you already enjoy 'cross or want to learn, definitely check it out!

Xc8 - Saskatchewan's Most Popular Mountain Bike Race posted September 6th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Congratulations to all of our winners on and off the podium. Many thanks to our loyal out-of-province racers who kick butt every season. We shattered our previous attendance record with 123 registered racers, up from 83. The course was tough, the weather was cool, but the good times will not be forgotten. We will be updating the xc8.ca website with more details when available. As you'd imagine, the organizers are all a little "tired" so results and photos are a delayed. Expect photos and results by the end of Monday, Sept 8, 2008.

Wanna race XC8 on a team? Openings.. posted September 3rd, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The start of the Blocks Cycle XC8 is under 3 days away! But its really not too late to get involved... Registration XC8 is taking registrations until 10:00pm on Thursday night. This will save you a valuable $10 per entry whether you're a solo racer or team member. Teams Needing Racers We have two 4-person teams seeking additional racers to fill empty spots in their roster, they just need one more member for their team. So, if you don't want to race the whole 8 hours solo, but don't have your own team, here's a great way to get into XC8. Sask vs Alberta, Manitoba, and BC Currently, Saskatchewan racers make up only 46% of the registered racers, Alberta, Manitoba, and British Columbia are all sending racers and teams. We need to step it up, Saskatchewan! We are just about to break last year's attendance record, and XC8 is now officially the largest mountain bike race of the season. The race course will be available for riding late afternoon to evening on Friday. Camping will be fully underway, our out of province friends will be rolling in all day. Camping is provided for all of our racers and volunteers. If you have any questions, or want information about the teams seeking racers, please contact Jay: via email (preferred): offroadsyndicate@hotmail.com via phone: 789-5124

Interclub Points 2008 posted September 1st, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate A quick look at the Interclub points shows that the Offroad Syndicate had another very strong showing this season in the mountain bike points: 1. Northern Bush Rastas: 861 2. Offroad Syndicate: 751 3. Saskatoon Cycledelia: 232 Bravo to our racing team this season, you've done us proud. NBR is a popular club with double the members the ORS has; definitely respectible to finish just 110 points behind. Overall inluding road points, the Offroad Syndicate finished 3rd overall.

Race Results Updated posted September 1st, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Race Results have been updated for the Wednesday Night Race Series.

Racer Subsidy; Esterhazy and Prince Albert posted August 29, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Here's the list of our racers who attended Provincials in Prince Albert: Jeremy Trask*, Jeremy Erdmann*, Kris Abrahamson*, Dave Bitschy*, Pedro Peralta*, Jayden Aldrich^, Jay Van Ginneken*, Russ Down^, David Meban*, Phil Anderson*, Orville Aldrich*, Kim Wall*, Dylan Smith^, Cory Elek*, Kris Wall*, Jeremy Wirges* Granny's Oak Twister (Esterhazy team members attendance): Jeremy Trask*, Jeremy Erdmann*, Kris Abrahamson*, Dave Bitschy*, Pedro Peralta*, Jayden Aldrich^, Jay Van Ginneken*, David Meban*, Phil Anderson*, Orville Aldrich*, Kim Wall*, Dylan Smith^, Kris Wall*. * = Eligible for racer subsidy ^ = Not eligible for racer subsidy All others undetermined, please contact.

President's Notes posted August 29, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate I would like to thank everyone for coming out, the weather and race ended up being pretty nice, and seeing everyone again was a great way to finish the season up. Dutch Cycle gave a TON of great prizes, enough for everyone who showed up! As you know, we still have XC8 next weekend which is going to be amazing. The Dutch Cyclocross Classic is coming up in October, that'll be fun. Also, best of luck to our athletes heading to the Dakota 50 tomorrow, and racing on Sunday. Stay tuned to the website and email for new developments going into fall. We will be setting a date for the ORS AGM very soon, don't forget.

City Championship - Aug 27, 2008 posted August 27, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The Regina City MTB Championship sponsored by Dutch Cycle Wednesday, August 27th Race signup @ 6:15pm Race start @ 6:30pm Wind up BBQ and Prizes to follow. Everyone is welcome, bring friends, family, anyone who wants to race. Make time, set the excuses aside, and just come out and enjoy the last race of the season.

Paintball Classic - UPDATED - August 17th posted August 16, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Due to a scheduling error, Paintball has been moved to SUNDAY, August 17th. Paintball is back! Sunday, August 17th Paintball Paradise 2:00pm Every year people ask me, "does it hurt?" and the answer is yes, but no worse than a branch whacking you on the trail. So get over it already and come play some paintball with your biking friends. Its always a blast. Full Details Here

Race Cancellation posted August 13, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Thanks to the rain (late afternoon) the race tonight has been cancelled. Take the time to fill out your XC8 event registration tonight: http://www.xc8.ca/uberevent/registration.php

Club-Funded Event: Dakota50 posted August 7, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The Dakota 50 is this year's club funded event. You will receive a $50 subsidy if you travel to race this event which is on August 31th, 2008. The race is in Spearfish, South Dakota which is a one-day drive. Information can be found on their event website, http://www.dakota5o.com/

Blackstrap Race posted August 5, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Great job to all of our club members who raced in Blackstrap on July 20th: Jeremy Erdmann*, Jeremy Trask*, Kris Abrahamson^, Wayne Jackson^, Pedro Peralta*, Jayden Aldrich*, David Meban*, Kim Wall^, Dylan Smith^, Kris Wall*, Jeremy Wirges* * = Eligible for racer subsidy ^ = Not eligible for racer subsidy All others undetermined, please contact.

Western Cycle Wascana Challenge posted July 9th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Congrats to all of our 20 racers that battled it out at the Western Cycle Wascana Challenge, we dominated in some categories, good job. Here is the list of racers and their eligibility for the racer subsidy (contact if there are any mistakes): Jeremy Erdmann*, Kris Abrahamson^, Dave Bitschy*, Dane Stennes^, Dean Etienne*, Pedro Peralta*, Wayne Jackson^, Jayden Aldrich*, Brett Elek*, Kris Wall^, John Gibbons^, Jay Van Ginneken*, Russ Down^, Dion Giesbrecht*, David Meban*, Orville Aldrich*, Kim Wall*, Dylan Smith^, Cory Elek*, Jeremy Wirges^ * = Eligible for racer subsidy ^ = Not eligible for racer subsidy All others undetermined, please contact.

Wascana Challenge Preparation posted June 17th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Remember! We are riding out at Wascana Trails for the next 2 WEEKS, June 18th and 25th. June 18th will be a casual trail ride, and the 25th will be our "Point to Point" scavenger-hunt style race. Special thanks to our trail crew that spent Sunday grooming to trail for the race: Dion Giesbrecht, Randy Wrubeleski, David Meban, Dave Bitschy, Kris Abrahamson, Jeremy Trask, and Jay Van Ginneken. Early Registration ends on June 20th, so get your registration in for the Western Cycle Wascana Challenge!

WiseRider Day Volunteers Needed posted June 9th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate WiseRider Day, June 14, 2008 Volunteers are needed for 1pm-4pm to help with helmet fit. At the helmet fit tent area, the young cyclist have their helmet adjusted to the proper fit before entering the bike rodeo. You will receive a WiseRider t-shirt and all the hotdogs you can eat! Contact Denise at the SCA office for more information. Training on how to fit a helmet will be provided. Tentative schedule of events for the main stage: 10:30 am- Little Bear - traces the spirited adventures of a curious, imaginative and inventive little bear and his childhood friends 11:30 am - Ryan Leech - one of the best-known trials riders in the world 12:30 pm - Little Bear 1:15 pm - Ryan Leech 2:30 pm - Safe Cycling presentation - watermelon helmet drop! Denise Eberle Executive Director Saskatchewan Cycling Association 2205 Victoria Ave Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 0S4 306 780-9299 www.saskcycling.ca

Charity Ride posted June 3rd, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Dean Etienne is riding in the Charity Torch ride in Alberta this weekend, he is still looking to accept donations from folks (thanks for those who have already pledged). He just told me he will take IOU's at this point, just wants to collect as much as he can for the charity.

More Amazing XC8 Prizes Announced posted May 29th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The 4th Annual XC8 is pulling out all the stops to provide sweet prizes and extras for this year's participants. Cash Prizes of over $1000 for the Solo Category have already been announced but its Norco and Blocks Cycle that are putting up the biggest prizes of all. Grand Prizes for this season's XC8 will include a 2009 Rock Shox Sid Race fork (MSRP $850) and a 2008 Norco Faze 1 Frame with RR shock (MSRP $1600) Not bad, eh? Signup today, or start getting your team together. September is coming fast, and you won't want to miss this one: Official XC8 Website

CarBoom! Team Discount posted May 26th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The Offroad Syndicate racing team has been awarded a sponsorship which includes a 40% discount on all CarBoom nutrition products (gels, bars, drinks, etc .. no clothing). You must spend a minimum of $38.95 on their website (carboom.com) to be eligible for the discount. If you would like the promo code for the discount, please contact the club directly or email offroadsyndicate@hotmail.com, as we can't post it publically.

North Battleford Racing posted May 26th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Was a tough weekend at the North Battleford race for ORS. There were many crashes and mechanical problems, but the club pulled through. Congrats to everyone who raced for the club: Jeremy Erdmann*, Kris Abrahamson*, Dave Bitschy*, Jeremy Trask^, Pedro Peralta^, Wayne Jackson, Jay Van Ginneken*, Orville Aldrich*, David Meban*, Dylan Smith^, Jayden Aldrich^, Kris Wall*. * = Eligible for racer subsidy ^ = Not eligible for racer subsidy All others undetermined, please contact.

Unofficial Saskatchewan Single Speed Championships posted May 13th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Rules: open to anyone riding in the Sask Cup mtb series. riders have to be officially registered in the race. finish order based upon number of laps for Expert Masters (30-39), Senior and Jr. Elites can just figure out their finishing place after the right number of laps and Expert Masters (40+) will need to put in an extra lap. points allocated by the current SCA method. And, like the standard provincial championship, you have to race the provincials to claim the title. grand prize - a t-shirt and bragging rights. The provincial champion will supply the t-shirt for the next year. Currently male/unisex, but if a woman provides a t-shirt then we can have separate male and female categories. For more information contact Jon Bath at bathj@shaw.ca

MTB#1: Regina Beach posted May 12th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate It was a winning weekend for the Offroad Syndicate at Regina Beach this past weekend. Members of the ORS claimed victory in 7 categories, and we had 14 podium (top 3) finishes overall. We had more podium finishes than any other club in the province! Complete Results Here Congrats to everyone who raced for the club: Jeremy Erdmann*, Kris Abrahamson*, Dave Bitschy*, Jeremy Trask*, Dean Etienne*, Pedro Peralta^, Wayne Jackson, Brent Waliduda*, Brett Elek*, Jay Van Ginneken*, John Gibbons^, Russ Down, David Meban, Dion Giesbrecht^, Phil Anderson*, Dylan Smith^, Cory Elek*, Kris Wall*. * = Eligible for racer subsidy ^ = Not eligible for racer subsidy All others undetermined, please contact.

Saskatchewan Summer Games 2008 – Lloydminster August 3 – 9th posted April 14th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate With the games rapidly approaching, Regina (Zone 2) is looking for athletes interested in competing in the cycling mountain bike events. If you were born between 1992 and 1996 and have not competed in the Western Canada Games or Canada games, you are eligible to compete. The cycling team will be comprised of 5 girls and 5 boys competing in 3 different events. The only equipment you will need is a mountain bike, helmet, racing license, and willingness to have some fun! Offroad Syndicate (www.offroadsyndicate.com) will be hosting the Zone 2 cycling playdowns, with the first scheduled for Wednesday May 28th at Douglas Park. With regular Wednesday night racing starting April 30th, you will have lots of time to practice your skills prior to the playdowns. Any interested athlete is asked to contact the Zone 2 coach Bob Yee to express his/her interest. Bob can be reached at 761-9199, or email at geetarguy@sasktel.net . For further information on the 2008 Saskatchewan Summer games, please visit the games website at http://www.2008ssg.ca. For information on racing licenses, please view the Sask cycling website at www.saskcycling.ca .

Race Calendar Updated posted March 19th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The local race calendar has been updated with our race schedule for 2008. Back again is the preview ride for the Western Cycle Wascana Challenge, Team Relays, and 2nd Annual Point2Point event. We still need volunteers for timing each week, volunteering one week is a requirement for the ORS Racer Subsidy. Contact Dean or Jay to choose your week.

Western Cycle Open House posted March 10th, 2008 …… by Western Cycle Western Cycle is having an open house this Thursday March 13th from 6:30-8:30 and the Offroad Sycdicate is invited! Come in and find out what's new in the shop and see all the new 2008 bikes, parts, accessories, and clothing! Sales reps from Trek, Gary Fisher, Lemond, Mirraco, Sugoi, and Chariot Carriers will be there doing casual product presentations, and to answer questions you have. Don't hesitate to drop by the shop this Thursday night for this open house event and have some finger food and a couple drinks, on the house!

Multi-Use Pathway Open House posted March 10th, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Dear Multi-Use Pathway Stakeholder, The City of Regina is proposing the development of a 2.0 km extension to the Devonian Pathway, which will extend the multi-use pathway system in northwest Regina from the intersection of Ritter Ave and Dorothy Street to Sherwood Drive. Attached is an invitation to the public open house for this project which will be held on Wednesday, March 12th, 2008 from 5:00-7:00pm at Ken Jenkins School. The public is invited to a come and go open house to review concept plans and provide feedback on future roadway and multi-use pathway projects on Courtney Street. The roadway project is between Sherwood Drive and 1st Avenue North. The pathway project is from Sherwood Drive to Ritter Avenue. The City of Regina strongly encourages you and your members to attend the open house to provide feedback on this project. A Map of the project location can be found at www.regina.ca. Chris Sale, SALA, CSLA Landscape Architect Planning and Development City of Regina ph. 306-777-7771 fax 306-777-6828 csale@regina.ca

XC8 Joins Western Canada Enduro Series posted February 28st, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate The ORS is proud to annouce we have graciously accepted an invitation to have the Blocks Cycle XC8 included in the Western Canada Enduro Series. Even though the event is now part of this endurance racing series, the XC8 remains an independant event. What this means is now you can race other events in the series for points and prizes. The XC8 is the ONLY event in the series that is based outside of Alberta and BC (yes, the XC8 is *that* good).

Beaver Buzz Sponsorship posted February 21st, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Beaver Buzz Energy Drink has just inked a deal as the Official Energy Drink of the Blocks Cycle XC8, and you *might* just see some of this great drink in June at the Western Cycle Wascana Challenge if you're lucky! This is the true Canadian energy drink, and if you haven't tried it yet, you'll get a taste at our events this year.

Stolen Bike posted February 16th, 2008 …… by Wayne Jackson Looking for help from the riding community. Heads up, if any notices some low life riding a 2001 Rocky Mountain Slayer, its more than likely not his. Sometime in the past two weeks it was stolen from a garage where it was being stored. If you have seen my ride, give the police a call. Wayne Jackson, jackson@accesscomm.ca.

EDGE and Carboom Back for 2008 posted February 3rd, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Endurance Nutrition has once again signed on with the Offroad Syndicate to provide EDGE and Carb-BOOM products at our events this summer. The EDGE line offers healthy and high quality sports nutrition products to fulfill the need of endurance athlete with nothing artificial. Carb-Boom is known widely for quality energy gels which are tasty and effective. Look forward to FREE samples of these products and some more of those oh-so-comfy socks they offered as shwag last year!

Sponsors and Race Dates updated February 3rd, 2008 …… by Offroad Syndicate Mark your calendars! Western Cycle and Blocks Cycle have continued their support of the club as 2008 title sponsors for their events: The Western Cycle Wascana Challenge is on Sunday, June 22nd. After some juggling around of dates, The Blocks Cycle XC8 is being held on Saturday, September 6th Your support is greatly appreciated -- You know where to go this spring when you want a shiny new bike!

ORS Racing Team Subsidy updated December 2007 …… by Offroad Syndicate We are proud to announce a new Racer Subsidy program that will reward our club members for racing and helping out with the club. You can find the program details here: Offroad Syndicate Racer Subsidy Program

Offroad Syndicate in the Media updated October 22nd, 2007 …… by Offroad Syndicate In case you didn't see it, we had a feature article in the Community Newspaper back in September. Here is a scanned copy of it in case you missed it: Community News 2007 Part 1 | Part 2

City Champs Biking Photos updated October 19th, 2007 …… by Offroad Syndicate Added a bunch of photos from Jason Christbason taken from the City Championship in August -- very artsy. They'll have you wondering "is that me?" for hours! .. well, maybe not.

ORS AGM Results updated October 17th, 2007 …… by Offroad Syndicate The Annual General Meeting was held on October 15th. Nothing too exciting at the meeting this year, the events have been going well and everything is great. The elections and pizza were the highlight of the evening. Here is your 2008 ORS Executive: President: Jay Van Ginneken VP, Endurance: Kris Abrahamson VP, Sask Cup: Jeremy Trask VP, Weekly Races: Dean Etienne - welcome! VP, Coaching: Dave Bitschy VP, Finance and Admin: Cheryl Partridge

Cyclist okay after delivery truck runs over head! posted May 16th, 2007 …… by Offroad Syndicate If this doesn't demonstrate the importance of helmets I don't know what does.. http://www.cbc.ca/cp/Oddities/070516/K05169AU.html "I didn't see it coming, but I sure felt it roll over my head," he said. "It feels really strange to have a truck run over your head."