Going into my third weekend of NICA racing, I was hit hard with a head cold and sinus problems. Mentally, this was a game-changer. My head was not in the right place, overthinking what others expected of me coaches, teammates, etc. especially since I would be racing in the Leader jersey. … [Read more...] about Ethel Races NICA: Lowe’s Creek
Get your Christmas shopping done close to home. For Black Friday and Small Business Saturday enjoy 20% off: • Salomon Combi Boots • Salomon Jackets • Rossignol Gloves • Alpine Jackets and Snow Pants … [Read more...] about Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Sale
Hi! My name is Ethel Karinen, I am currently a sophomore in high school, and have been racing mountain bikes for about ten years. This season I started racing in the National Interscholastic Cycling League (NICA). This organization develops mountain biking programs for student-athletes across the … [Read more...] about Ethel Races NICA: Minooka Mania and Nordic Navigator
1. Learn to read the trail in new ways Night riding can help you hone your trail reading abilities. With less light and a narrower field of vision, you must learn to react more quickly due to shortened sight lines and a rapidly changing environment. 2. Your "usual" ride becomes new again Ever … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons to Ride at Night
It's our last summer shop ride of the season! Join us for a ride at the Swedetown Trails. We will leave Cross Country Sports at 6:15pm and ride for about an hour and a half (or as long as the sun lets us). We will ride the new Bull Toad trail and some other fan favorites. We plan on going to … [Read more...] about CCS Shop Ride: Last Ride of the Summer Season
As the seasons change, the Keweenaw offers a different kind of road ride. Fall brings cooler temps, wet weather, but also some gorgeous foliage. We believe the best way to see the fall colors is from the seat of your bike. Know the road conditions Fall riding in the Keweenaw – it could be a … [Read more...] about Fall Foliage, Fitness, and Fun
Join us for our weekly shop ride! This time we will do a road ride to McClain State Park. The route will be ~19 miles. Remember to bring water and dress for the weather. All our rides are no-drop rides so bring your family, friends, or in-town relatives. … [Read more...] about CCS Shop Ride: Ride to McClain 9/12
Join us for a group ride at Michigan Tech trails. Meet at the main trailhead at 6:30pm. We will ride for about an hour and a half. All our rides are no-drop rides, so bring your friends & family! … [Read more...] about CCS Shop Ride: Michigan Tech
