Let Levi Ride

The Trek sponsored cycling team Astana has been banned from riding in this years Tour de France as well as Paris-Nice, Paris-Roubaix, and other major cycling events. The reason given is because of past problems the Tour organizers have had with the Astana team with doping. This year the Astana team has an all new team, most of the riders coming from the old Discovery Team, and a new sponsor Trek. The riders spend the majority of their waking hours (as well as sleep time to recover) training for big rides like the Tour de France and this year some of the best contenders may not be able to ride. To help support American rider Levi Leipheimer and the other Astana riders have a chance to participate in this years Tour click the link above and sign the petition to Let Levi Ride!

Trek Madone 6.9 Pro - Sleek, Sexy, Fast, and In Stock Now!

We just put one of the new Trek Madone 6.9 on the floor and it is one hot bike. The Madone 6.9 uses Trek's OCLV Red Carbon for the frame and is loaded with Dura-Ace and Bontrager Race XXX Lite components. Add on the Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 wheels for super fast acceleration, the wider bottom bracket for stiffness, and the new no-cut seat mast to save weight and you have a bike ready to handle the Tour or your weekend ride.

BRAN Entry Forms Are Here

The entry forms for this years BRAN ride, 2008 Tour of Excellence, are now in. Stop in today and pick up your brochure and entry form. Remember the ride is limited to 600 people so stop in soon to save your place. Visit the BRAN Website for more information.

Giro Sunglasses Are Here!

We just received our first shipment of the new Giro Sunglasses. Giro offers four different models for out on the bike or out on the town. Giro uses Super Fit Engineering to make a set of glasses that practically disappear when you put them on. Super Fit is a method of combining anatomical science with artisan craft to great a glass that fit and feels like a part of you. With the Super Fit Engineering you get a sunglass that is designed to fit with or without a helmet on. Giro also uses True Sight Technology in is lenses. This process helps enhance vision by minimizing visual distortion in a wrapped lenes as well as protect your eyes from UV radiation. Finally, all Giro sunglasses are Zeiss Certified for the highest level of optical performance. The lenses use the purest grade of optimized polycarbonate, in the most precise molds, and enhanced with the most technically-advanced coatings to creat the best lense possible. Stop in today and see how the new Giro glasses fit.

Indoor Trainer Rides Saturday Mornings & Tuesday Evenings

Thanks to everyone who has shown up for our indoor trainer rides on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings. We will continue through March so there is still time to come up and join us. It's a lot more fun riding trainers with a group than at home by yourself. And if Kelly is leading the session you know it will be a good time. If you don't have your own trainer we do have a few available for people to use so don't let that stop you.

Annual THOR Meeting Feb. 17th

THOR ANNUAL MEETING

Hello and Happy New Year!

The 2008 riding season is around the corner and there are many plans on the agenda. And in order for those plans to get executed, we need people. People like you who have so generously given your time, money or otherwise to keep THOR thriving. For that we say thank you and hope you will continue your support this year.

There are many ways in which you can support THOR. To find out just how many, we'd like you to attend our annual members meeting. At this meeting you will get a chance to hear about the accomplishments of the past year and learn of the plans for 2008. You will get a chance to volunteer for open spots on the advisory board. Maybe you have the leadership skills and dedication to be a Trail Leader. There are endless opportunities to contribute outside of just building trails. We encourage you to attend and feel free to bring a friend.

When: Sunday, Feb. 17, 4-6 p.m.
Where: Confluence Bookstore and Business Center, 505 Cornhusker Road, Suite 107, Bellevue, NE For directions Click HERE.
Ammenities: We will be in a large classroom. There is a bar and bistro on sight for hot or cold beverages as well as light snacks.
If you have any questions, email Roxzanne at roxzanne.abbott@gmail.com.
Roxzanne Abbott
THOR Advisory Board
Director of Operations

PS - If you haven't renewed your membership this is a great time to do so. The cost is $20. Once you renew, for an additional $20 you can get a THOR hoody. For an additional $10, a THOR t-shirt. We will have a limited supply at the meeting.

RAGBRAI Route is announced

This years RAGBRAI route has been announced and registration is now open. The ride starts July 19th and runs through the 26th. This years ride will begin in Missouri Valley, go through Harlan, Jefferson, Ames, Tama-Toledo, North Liberty, Tipton and then end in Le Claire.
Visit the RAGBRAI website for more information.