posted 1/2/2012

2012 RACE SCHEDULE

GABRA (as of 12-8-2011)

*Feb. 18 Tundra TT, Dallas
*March 3-4 SB&T Bike Race Weekend, Albany
*April 14-15 State Crit Championships, Macon
*April 28 Terrapin Twilight Criterium, Athens
*April 29 Historic Roswell Criterium, Roswell
*May 6 Sandy Springs Cycling Challenge, Sandy Springs
*May 11-12 “The Keirin”, East Point
*May 12-13 Gainesville Criterium, Gainesville
*May 19-20 Rome Criterium, Rome
*June 9-10 Healthy Newton Omnium, Covington
*June 16 State TT Championships, Oglethorpe County
*June 20-24 U23 Junior Nationals, Augusta
*July 6-7 “The Omnium”, East Point
*July 7-8 State RR Championships, Fairmont
*July 21-22 Brenau Criterium, Gainesville
*July 24-29 Georgia Cycling Gran Prix, Gwinnett County
*Aug. 11 DLV State/Regional Championships, East Point
*Aug. 18 Litespeed BMW Criterium, Atlanta
*Aug. 19 Grant Park Crit, Atlanta
*Sept. 7-8 “The Madison”, East Point
*Sept. 22 Six Gap Criterium, Dahlonega

Georgia Cup (as of 12-28-2011)
*Feb. 25-26 Perry Roubaix Road Races
*March 10-11 Dalton Grand Prix
*March 17-18 Union City Mayor's Race
*Aug. 4-5 Atlanta Criterium Series
*Aug. 11-12 Atlanta Criterium Series
*Sept. 8-9 Brooks Road Races

Feb. 19-20 Greenville Winter Training Series
Feb. 26-27 Greenville Winter Training Series
March 5-6 Greenville Winter Training Series

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posted 1/1/2012

FOR SALE: Time Trial Blue T-14 - $1200 (Smyrna)

Used Blue T-14 Small frame, includes lightly used American Classic 58 Carbon Wheel Set, Tufo Tubular tires, Vision integrated carbon handlebars, speedplay pedals, Ultegra 9-sp shifter , brakes, and cranks. Selle Itallia Saddle, Polar Monitor. Bike is in great shape with low miles. Parting due to end of bicycle racing. Contact: Chris at cjhurstatl@gmail.com.

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posted 12/5/2011

Hello folks,

Well - Johnny, Keith (and I guess David Goodman) and I represented the Adult Race Team at the WBL. And Keith and Johnny (and me kindof...) even got their picture on the website - see below. It was hard ride -- but instead of my word - see the writeup Keith Suderman did....

Latest bike adventure...the Winter Bike League.

I ride with a juniors' racing club called Frazier Cycling. I know, I'm not a junior or a racer - but what better place to learn this sport. Anyway, this week, a handful of the racers, plus me, drove to Athens, GA, to ride with the Zealots. Apparently, Athens is home to two professional teams and the UGA college team, and WBL is how they stay sharp during the off-season. It's longer than any single ride I've done, as fast as my fastest ride, less "nurturing" (Frazier works hard to ensure that the slowest person survives; Zealots do not...).

I started the ride near the back but realized that little speed changes near the front became crazy yo-yo-ing at the end (all 130 of us were in one double paceline). The multibike crash immediately behind me reinforced the issue. So I started playing the passing game and worked my way up to the front third. But my inexperience and lack of endurance started to tell as we reached mile 40, and by mile 60, I was clinging to the end of the paceline and learning some things about what road racers call "suffering." Well-named activity, that suffering... It was a relief when the fast guys broke off the front for the final sprint and left the
pace-setting to the mortals - I even managed to move up into the pack as we were coming into town.

I'm not sure why we call this fun, but, aside from the hunger (I'm having another midnight snack right now), I seem to be no worse for the wear.

> Keith

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posted 11/29/2011

Hello folks,

We are still planning on doing the Winter Bike League ride on Saturday. The weather appears good (unlike today!) so come on over. If you need directions – let me know. Just meet at 9:30-9:45 at Sunshine Cycles on the northwest side of downtown Athens.

People may wonder if I endorse WBL as an better alternative to the FB50….well - not really! My opinion is that on balance - our ride is still the best off-season ride for the types of riders in our club.

I just think that doing the WBL once will give our FC ART team a chance to see what other racers are doing this off-season.

Greg Hanson
greg@thehansonweb.com
770-831-6514

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posted 11/15/2011

With Turkey Day around the corner, we are entering the season where fitness is often less prioritized and that is somewhat of a good thing. Taking a break and enjoying the Holidays causes us to relax a bit and recharge our batteries. So - don't feel guilty - enjoy yourself. But as with everything - do so in moderation. Try to keep active.

And to that end - The FC ART will give the Winter Bike League a try on December 3rd. The ride starts at 10AM at Sunshine Cycles in downtown Athens and is 70 miles. This is offered to give our team some limited exposure to others we will likely see at races within a group ride environment. It can go fast at times, so don't expect a FB50 Sunday pace.....If interested - let me know. We have 6-8 folks interested thus far.

But for now .... keep on training.

Greg Hanson

posted 11/7/2011

Happy Monday!

Well the first FC ART camp is in the books. It had its spills and chills but we had a great time and discovered that the Hiker Hostel is a fantastic base camp location! Having the owner of a pro cycling team as your host is pretty cool! Our attendees got some terrific base training in the mountains with over 12,000 feet of climbing. The food was great, the weather was great for November and we had lots of quality time to lay out our 2012 and long term goals.

While we hope to have an adult Cat 3 team, Women's team, U23 team, among other classifications - the vast majority of the riders are of the "mature" men’s variety. So as Ralph said - we essentially have the start of a "grassroots" Master's men's Cycling Team. I would like to see some folks "step up" and lead a Women's, U23 or other team. Until that happens, the mature Cat 4/5 Men will mostly drive the direction of our team. But all teams need to start somewhere and we all fold under the Frazier Cycling Partners program so we all are one overall team!

Our next FC ART get together in January will likely be a local venue where more folks can attend - and will try to offer the "Day only" option again. By January - we will know the race calendar for 2012 and can start to make race plans for the year!

So for now....keep on training!!!

Greg Hanson
greg@thehansonweb.com
770-831-6514

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Posted 10/30/2011

Cathy and Ralph would like to offer a special day only package for Saturday for $35 for those riders interested in coming up for the day. This is the agenda and hope you can make it.

Saturday
7:30- 8:30 Breakfast and FC ART announcements
9-1pm Long ride in the mountains
1-3 Lunch and Goal Setting Activity
3-5 On-Bike Skill building
6-9pm Team Dinner

*Clinic overview (1) Racing Techniques - breakaways, blocking, attacking, teamwork, positioning, sprinting, etc. (2) Bike Handling: touching, balance, control drills, cornering, etc. (3) Power Testing/coaching, "Periodization" and weekly online website schedule as a training programGreg

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posted 10/22/2011

A few updates:

Two weeks until camp. There are still 2-3 more spots free as Cathy let a couple rooms go. But - you know what they say....it is quality not quantity that matters.....smile. If you want to come up for the day either Friday or Saturday - let me know as you would be most welcome.
Reservations on Velocite frames is underway. If you want the price list - let me know. This is a no-money-down reservation. Currently we have 3 frames reserved - one Magnus and two Helios Aero. I am getting a Helios Aero - very excited for this rocket ship.
Real Design Wheels are available if you want them. If you want the price list - let me know. I have a pair of 50/50 clinchers that I enjoy for what it is worth.

Keep on riding and be safe.

Greg

greg@thehansonweb.com

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posted 10/17/2011

Good Coach's Corner article if you have not read it. Coach Frazier is really behind our Adult Race Team!

http://fraziercycling.com/pages/coachcorner.htm

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posted 10/12/2011

Hope everyone is enjoying their off-season. October is great time of year to unwind from intense riding/training and have fun on and off the bike.

Regarding the Fall Mini-Camp, we have 7 folks committed thus far. We can accommodate 5 more. Just as October is a transition month, many serious cyclists resume their training in November and this camp would be a good start towards developing a good base as well as good habits and skills talk by the Master - Coach Frazier.

Also - don't forget to join us for a brisk Saturday FC ART 30 at 10:30am. We are riding pretty hard after the FB50 A group. Averaging between 19-21. Good way to keep that "engine" tuned up! Smile.

Greg

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posted 10/5/2011

FC ART – FALL Mini-Camp
November 4-6, 2011 Hiker’s Hostel, Dahlonega, GA

Frazier Cycling, Inc is developing a series of camps/clinics for adult riders based on their successful “team approach” junior cycling programs. We are excited to offer our first adult mini-camp at a special reduced price to our newly created FC ART – Frazier Cycling Adult Race Team.
So come “meet your teammates “interested in racing in 2012 and join us in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains for a weekend of riding and fun. Ralph Frazier will conduct the camp utilizing the Hiker Hostel which is a frequent camp location for professional cycling teams. Our weekend will include:

• Team building and camaraderie
• Lots of fun riding in the mountains
• Some basic bike skills training and race tactics discussion.
• Accommodations in a comfortable Mountain Lodge

Cost is $150 per person for two nights lodging and breakfast. The Lunch/Dinner is on own with a kitchen available for cooking. Hiker Hostel has modern bunk style sleeping with clean bedding, showers and Wi-Fi. Arrival noon Friday Nov 4th and departure 1pm Sunday Nov 5th. 12 rider maximum – so we have one bed for Ralph!

Agenda*:

Friday
Arrival Noon
1:30-4pm Optional 3 gap ride (for those who can get off work for afternoon)
6-9pm Team Welcome Dinner at a Dahlonega local restaurant

Saturday
7:30- 8:30 Breakfast and FC ART announcements
9-1pm Long ride in the mountains
1-3 Lunch and Goal Setting Activity
3-5 On-Bike Skill building
6-9pm Team Pizza Feast at the Hiker Hostel

Sunday
7:30- 8:30 Breakfast
9-Noon Long ride in the mountains
1pm – Lunch, checkout and then depart home.

Contact Greg, Brian or Cathy if you want to join us!

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posted 10/2/2011

Hey everyone,

We have done three Saturday 30’s now. The pace has been averaging around 19 mph and has been a nice steady ride. I think we have dialed in the course pretty well but the timing after the FB 50 is not working right. So starting this Saturday we will begin the FC ART 30 right after the FB 50 A-group completes their ride. For FB 50 B-group folks – an option would be to join the 11:30 Ladies and Gents ride if you wish to get more saddle time. Or do FB50’s on Sat and Sun which will also deepen your base endurance.

Sorry to make this change – but the FC ART 30 ride begins too late otherwise for most folks.

Hope to see y’all there this Saturday. I will try to not flat or get dropped this weekend…smile.

Greg Hanson

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posted 9/26/2011

Announcing our 2012 Equipment Partners

Velocite offers world class bikes and components to our team at amazing prices. We will be doing a Team booking November 1st for January 1st delivery from Taiwan. Some items may delivery sooner. http://www.velocite-bikes.com/. Contact me regarding pricing.

Real Design Wheels are high performance affordable clincher and tubular wheels build by a custom wheel builder in Nashville. Philip is flexible to our needs and he makes a great wheel at great prices. The discount starts this Fall. http://www.real-wheels.com/. Contact me regarding pricing discount details.

greg@thehansonweb.com

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posted 9/26/2011

Looking for bike-

Hey everyone, I have a friend that is looking for a good used road bike. He is going to need either a 52cm or 54cm. His budget is $1200 or less. If you have one you are looking to sell, let me know. Brian Herbert (678) 372-7365 herbertbrian@bellsouth.net

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posted 9/20/2011

Pro Bike Discount available.....FC ART Men - ARE WE INTERESTED??

Adult Men racers - as I mentioned at the BBQ, Velocite Bikes has offered our team an opportunity to purchase their world-class carbon road bikes, wheels and components with a Pro discount. I have owned 4 of their bikes and they are superb machines. I am sending this post to see if anyone thinks we should pursue this. By voting your support - you are not obligated to buy. But we need to know if there is interest. Thanks.....this is their amazing new bike. The Helios Aero....review..http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/article/velocite-helios-aero-first-look-29151. Email greg@thehansonweb.com or call....678-778-4887

posted 9/19/2011

For any FC-ART folks that are interested in "Cross", here is the schedule. Apparently their are around 12 FCP Juniors and Adults planning to race.

Georgia Cross Series Schedule

2011 race schedule (see race flyer for directions and event details)

Oct. 2 - Dalton - Race Flyer

Oct. 9 - Sandy Beach Park, Macon

Oct. 22 - OSP, Savannah

Oct. 23 - OSP, Savannah

Oct. 29 - Elks-Aidemore, Conyers

Oct. 30 - GIHP, Conyers

Nov. 6 - Centennial High School, Roswell - Race Flyer

Nov. 12 - Life College, Marietta

Nov. 13 - Jim R. Miller, Marietta

Dec. 4 - Fort Yargo, Winder (State Championship)

Dec. 11 - Lake Olmstead, Augusta

Dec. 18 - Serenbe Inn, Palmetto

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posted 9/19/2011

Six Gap Criterium - this Saturday 9/24/11

The Six Gap Criterium in Dahlonega, GA will be the final event on the inaugural Georgia Championship Series (GCS). Downtown Dahlonega will be the scene for nearly five hours of exciting criterium action and the course will include the square, providing a great setting for the final stop on the 2011 series.
Racing begins a 4:30 PM with the Juniors and ends with the Men’s Pro-Am, which kicks off at 8:30 PM.
Online registration is available now through SportsBaseOnline.

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posted 9/19/2011

2012 Frazier Cycling Adult Race Team (aka FC ART)

WHAT IS IT??

The Frazier Adult Race Team is for ALL adult FCP members that want to race in 2012. We have racers interested in all categories Men’s Cat 4/5, Cat 3, Cat 2, Men’s Masters and Women racing! We invite FCP members to consider our adult team and welcome potential racers interested in joining Frazier Cycling because we have the best organized training format for new or experienced road bike racers!

WHY??

We have many adults including former Junior racers, Master’s racers, potential Women racers, and developing FCP Adult racers that need a supportive environment to develop as riders. Look at the results the juniors have attained with the Frazier “formula” – our FCP adults have great potential to succeed in racing as well!

NOW WHAT??

Well – we will start small and dream big! Frazier Cycling has already structured solid top notch year round training and it’s nationally recognized junior team is at every race. The Greenville races are 6 months away so we have plenty of time to organize and train for 2012 racing. Here’s a sampling of adult racing activities that we are planning…

Saturday Morning Base training – Starting September 17th after completing the FB50 – interested FCP riders can join our Adult Race Team folks for an additional 30 miles. It will be 18-20 mph endurance zone training to attain a solid 4 + hour total training dose.
Winter Bike League participation – Starting in December - for those adult racers that wish to experience the WBL, several elite juniors and adults will be participating. The Saturday Base training (#1) will continue as outlined if you don’t have time for an all-day WBL event.
Skills Training – Frazier Cycling offers effective race training on Saturday and Sunday afternoon as well as Wednesday evenings to all FCP members.
Fall 2011 and Winter 2012 Training Camp Weekends – We know adults may have a hard time getting away so we hope to find FCP Adult Racers interested in a long weekend of skill training, race tactics education, TT/endurance training, plus race goal setting and FUN! Ralph and Cathy would facilitate these camps. We are looking at early November in Helen for our first camp…..details forthcoming.
FCP Adult Race Team Blog – That is what you are looking at!!!!! Communication is essential so all Race Team members feel involved. We will communicate events, introduce new members, and share race results.
2012 Race Calendar…..TBD….stay tuned
If you have any announcements or tips for the team….send to greg@thehansonweb.com.

Cathy Frazier, Frazier Cycling, Inc. cfrazier@fraziercycling.com
Brian Herbert, Men’s Cat 4 herbertbrian@bellsouth.net
Nick Frazier, Men’s Cat 3 U23 nick.d.frazier.1@gmail.com
Greg Hanson, Men’s Masters, Cat 3 greg@thehansonweb.com
Johnny Mayero, Men’s Cat 4 skmayeros@msn.com

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posted 9/19/2011

Georgia Cross Series Schedule

posted 9/19/2011

Six Gap Criterium - this Saturday 9/24/11

posted 9/19/2011

2012 Frazier Cycling Adult Race Team (aka FC ART)

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