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Kansas City

Cycling news, information, gossip, rides and races in and around the Kansas City Metropolitan area.
Also includes cycling information for the following communities:
Atchison, Lawrence, Leavenworth, St. Joseph and Topeka

Racing? Then you'll want the KCA schedule of events and our list of local teams
Looking for a Ride? Check out the JCBC Calendar
And don't forget to visit the Bike Clubs and Shops in the area.
Here's the complete Kansas City area Cyclocross Schedule with spectator guide. And a nice Special Section On CX in the metro.
Check out all the great events that happened with the Tour of Missouri: Rides, Parties, Festivals:
Go to our Tour of Missouri Kansas City Section

Fresh Colors

Cycling News
Written by Mark Thomas
Monday, 03 March 2008
You'll start seeing a new team kit at the races, the distinctive red and white of 360 Racing. Check out their presentation and program here.

Truman's Big Love Postponed

Cycling News
Written by Mark Thomas
Thursday, 28 February 2008
It wasn't unexpected, we've had a lot of moisture, but here's the link to the official call on this weekend's mounain bike race at Landahl. If you want to keep it on the pavement there's plenty of racing at the Spring Fling on Saturday and "That Dam Race" on Sunday. At localcycling.com we try to keep you tuned in to the current race flyers. Note we have an "Upcoming Rides and Races" section in the upper right as well as a "Flyers and Results" on the lower left of the page.

News Shorts 2/25

Cycling News
Written by Mark Thomas
Monday, 25 February 2008
The Froze Toes results have been posted on the Columbia Bike Club Race Team page here. AND with only a few days to go until the first Spring Fling Criterium in Lawrence there is a flyer available here.

Joseph Sheehan Road Race

Cycling News
Written by Mark Thomas
Saturday, 23 February 2008
Here's the link to the upcoming Joseph Sheehan Road Race on Sunday April 27th. A nice rolling course (50 miles for most) with some good categories. Next weekend (March 2nd) is the first of the Perry Road Races, another great early season series. No flyer from the Spring Fling events available yet.

Everyday Biking

Cycling News
Written by Mark Thomas
Friday, 22 February 2008
The localcycling.com newsteam filled up the Pathfinder the other day to the tune of $3.00 per gallon. Whatever your political views are on fuel sustainabiltiy, that's not cheap. If you're reading this story you've probably got a bicycle, right? So for those of you needing a little kick in the pants to two wheel it around for something other than a lenghty set up for a city limit sprint, here are some resources. Last year at Earth Day we cooked up a little reward system at www.choose2bike.com. Check out our monthly incentives and inspirations. This coming Wednesday February 27th in Shawnee (6:30 PM at the Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Drive), there will be a nice clinic on how to get around Shawnee by bike, for recreational and practical reasons. What organized ride opportunities are available, how to hook up with other parts of the city, and equipment needs (bicycle and otherwise) for all types of cycling will be covered. Deb Ridgway, KCMO Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator, will be on hand to talk about how riding a bike can be as much fun for adults as it is for children. She will share her vision for creating a bicycle friendly region, the role Kansas City is playing, and how you can change your community. You don't have to RSVP, but it would be nice: (913)631-5200 . The folks in St. Louis have got it going on at the St. Louis Bike Fed, watch the video on getting around by bike. Lots of good things are coming up in May for Bike To Work Week, including regional programs like the Go By Bike Challenge . Lastly, who does it by bike as often as anybody? Check out our good friend Noah's bike commuter blog.

Officials Needed

Cycling News
Written by Mark Thomas
Tuesday, 19 February 2008
The Kansas Cycling Association is holding a Category C (Beginner) Official’s Clinic this Saturday, February 23. The clinic will be held from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Star Signs, 810 East 9th Street, Lawrence, Kansas. Please consider attending this free clinic and becoming licensed to officiate at USAC races. An open book test will be conducted at the end of the course. Attendees passing the test may purchase a 2008 Class C Official’s License for $35. The $35 license fee will be reimbursed by the KCA after the official has worked five races in 2008. Please email Margretta deVries, clinic instructor, at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Sherri Hahn, KCA Board Member, at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it with questions and to RSVP for the clinic

Mountain Bike Time

Mountain Biking
Written by Mark Thomas
Tuesday, 19 February 2008
Scott and the Heartland folks send this update: "We are less than two weeks out to the opening event of the 2008 Heartland Sports Promotions [HSP] season. Truman's Big Love Cross Country (HMBCS #1) and Truman's Big Love 5/10k are waiting for you. Come out and join us on Sunday, March 2nd at Landahl Park Reserve. We have updated the website with all the facts, so be sure and check it out for the latest dirt. www.heartlandrace.com Here's the quick hit on what's new for the 2008 season: Click on the Read More below!
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