Monday, September 13, 2021

Weekly Update 9/13/21

 

Celebrating athletic achievement that betters ourselves, our teammates, and our community.






 We had an excellent turnout for the After Work Century on Friday evening. Several riders did the full hundo. A handful of others bailed out somewhere along the route, and a few others joined in partway. The weather was just about perfect, especially when the sun got low in the sky. The company was equally as good.  By all reports, SBCA was well represented at Run the Rock. A couple of members reported podium spots for this race. Brad Wright was a finisher at a tough Pony Express 120 Gravel Dash. Take the time to read his race report. It's an excellent read and a little insight into how conditions dictate results regardless of planning and training. 






Trailfest is coming up, and registration is open. This is always a great event for the trail runners, and a terrific precursor to the Dogwood Canyon Trail races a month later. The event will be at 2 Rivers in Highlandville. Details and registration can be found HERE. 








The one and only Tour Divide legend and all-around great guy, Hal Russell, has written a book - "Touch Both Lines." Hear all about the book and how to order it. Ask Hal questions about endurance/ultra events, his life, and service. Pretty much whatever you want to ask a legend. 🙂 Book for sale here. 




New socks are at SGB. There are 12 small pairs, 24 medium pairs,  25 large pairs, and 23 XL pairs. The price is $15 a pair.  They are in reception at Strong Garner Bauer, 415 E Chestnut Expressway, 65802 - office open from 8-5, Mon-Fri.  First come, first served. (p.s. you can also pay for them on Venmo, and we will mail you what you want - message if that is easier.) 





Continuing items of importance:


SBCA Segment Challenge (riding and running) will be starting September 1st, and the segment will run for the length of the month. Each month will be the same time frame, and this challenge will run for a full year. Let us know what segments you would like to see in the challenge. 


We want to hear your stories. How does racing shape your life? Your perspective on the race? Is there an experience that stands out? We’ll read every response, but nothing will be shared without your permission. Shot Stephanie an email stephs090386@gmail.com 


It has been a while since we offered PEDAL Industries SBC kit bags. No minimum order number is required.  The pro bag is the newest bag offered by PEDAL Industries. You can also get your name added to it for customization. There is also now a "changing poncho" that is offered on the website.


December 13th Fleet Feet Springfield extends a 10% discount on electronics and a 15% discount on in-store products to SBC Athletics. So be sure you mark your calendars. 


Pirate Perry Events is now offering SBCA 10% off of their events. There are a few exceptions on a few events they don't direct or those races n but are posted on their website. The code is "SBCA 10off".  Link to Events 


Look for the Classic Beer Mile on the regular. It will be coming up every 3rd Saturday of the month. Tell your beer-drinking/running friends. Also, look for new and better prizes! The information below is in "Upcoming."


Are you and a bunch of teammates headed to a big event? An Ultra, a big gravel race, triathlon, or volunteering for a trail workday? Wouldn't some SBC beer afterward be refreshing? Would you like to take along some SBC Brews to share? Contact Neil. He will hook you up. 


Join SLACK. It is the best way to keep in touch with teammates and coordinate group activities. 


SBC Bar tape is finally in and available again. If you ordered a set, you could pick it up at the front desk at SGB- $25 cash only. 


If you would like a commemorative brick to celebrate an athletic milestone, get in touch with Neil. These are really cool and stand as a lasting reminder of your epic achievement.


This Week: 

Tuesday- TuNR
Thursday- TNR


Upcoming:

Oct. 10- Trailfest

Results:

Toby Dogwiler- 4th Overall 1st AG at Run the Rock
Mike Baxter- 2nd AG at Run the Rock
Brad Wright- Pony Express 120 Gravel Dash

New Members:


Marshall Osborne- Cyclist


We still struggle with getting results reported. But, if you'd finished something big, just crossed a milestone, meeting a goal, and especially if you podiumed, we all want to hear about it. You can email stephs090386@gmail.com. This helps to get the results reported on time. 
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