LOTS of Christmas Cheers to All

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Do you Twitter? ~ Both the LA Velodrome and the Encino Velodrome do. How bout you? Find out what’s happening when it happens. Twitter keeps you up to date!

ADT Training & Racing Calendar has the updated holiday schedule posted through the New Year.

Items to Note: Sunday’s Open session has been permanently pushed back to 2-5PM with Open Madison Training from 4-5PM.
Also ~ ADT's Twitter feed indicates that Friday Night Racing will begin in January. Look for more info on LA Velodrome’s website.

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Sat Dec 20th 1:00-3:00pm ~Encino Velodrome Ladies Only Madison School ~ There is no better time than the “off season” to learn a new skill and to prepare for next year’s Elite National Track Championships. The LOTS Madison Training Sessions are open to Cat 3 Track Women of all ages including Juniors, Elites & Masters. Ladies, please plan to attend the next session on Sat Dec 20th at the Encino Velodrome for just $10 per session. This will be Session #3 in the 6 session series. Due to the skill, technical, and awareness requirements of the Madison ALL participants must meet the following requirements:

1) Riders Must possess a valid annual USAC Race License.
2) Riders Must be a Track Category 3 or higher.
3) Bring ALL of your own equipment including 2 matching Jerseys.
4) Bring a Friend or Teammate. This is a “team” event.

Please let me know if a) you plan to participate but can not meet one or more of the requirements or b) you have any questions or concerns!!
The remaining LOTS Madison School Session dates are as follows:
Dec 20th 1-3PM
Jan 17th 1-3PM
Jan 24th 1-3PM
Feb 7th 1-3PM

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Sat Jan 17th 3-4+PM ~ The Primary goal of the LOTS program is to introduce and educate as many women as possible in the exciting sport of track cycling. Both new and experienced riders are encouraged to join us at the Encino Velodrome on Saturday January 17th and February 7th for the next 2 Ladies Only Track Sessions. As always, riders will need to bring their own Helmet, Pedals & Shoes. Rental bikes are available for use. Session Fee is $10

Please Note: Encino’s dismissal times are open ended and can be flexible depending on available daylight, however the start times are firm! Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early so we can start early or on time!

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Looking to Buy ~ Junior sized bike ~ One of the local ladies is looking to buy a 'race ready' Junior sized road bike for an 8 yr old. Please let me know if you have anything like this for sale.

Bike For Sale ~ 57cm Road Bike - $1500 (So OC) http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/946155804.html

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Host Housing ~ The Encino Velodrome plans on making 2009's Far West Championships the biggest in years, and we need your help. Encino would like to offer host housing for racers coming from outside Southern California. We've all had fun meeting racers at other tracks, so here's a way to bring that fun home, and help spread the word about racing at the Encino Velodrome. As some of you may know, the Encino Velodrome is moving the Far West Championships from its traditional Labor Day Weekend dates to Memorial Day weekend for 2009.

So if you have room in your home and would like to help the Encino Velodrome, let Al Nash know by return e-mail aeniii@earthlink.net

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Attn Women’s Race Teams ~ The So Cal bike racing off-season is short but it is a popular time for clinics. Now is a great time to plan a Track Cycling Clinic for your women’s team! Not only is track cycling fun but it teaches you many valuable skills that are essential for all cycling abilities and disciplines. Please contact me for more information!

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Ladies Only Tshirts ~ Just in time for the holidays! At the request of many of you in recent months, we are finalizing the details of a really nifty LOTS Tshirt to help celebrate the 2 year Anniversary of the LOTS Program. This fundraiser will also bring some much needed finances into the program allowing us to grow LOTS into 2009. The Tshirts will be slightly fitted and nicely feminine in a high quality fabric. Sizes will range from XS-XLg. If you go to my blog you will see the new LOTS Logo on the right hand side. This logo will be displayed on the center front of the shirts (approx 4in diam). The Tshirts will be a really pretty “buttercup” yellow.
Order yours now for just $20 including postage! Send me an email and I’ll process your order!
Please note: We had a breif delay processing the order but I’ve been notified that the shirts will be delivered to me this weekend so I can mail them out to you next week or as soon as I receive your check!

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The next LOTS Sessions:
LA Velodrome ~ Next LOTS date is still TBD.
Encino Velodrome ~ Saturday January 17th @ 3-4PM

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Friday Nights 6-9PM ~ Ladies, you are invited to join us thru December for Friday evening Open Training at the LA Velodrome. Friday nights at ADT are lightly attended and we provide a lightly structured workout designed to improve your track skills. If you are looking to gain confidence, develop specific track (training & racing) skills and improve your overall fitness without the intimidation of a more crowded session, then consider joining us on Friday nights at 6PM thru the end of this year.
Please note: LAVRA has announced that weekly Friday night racing will begin at ADT in January.

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Have you seen USA Cycling's Web article featuring the LOTS program? If you, your employer or anyone you know, is interested in sponsoring the LOTS program, please contact me. The LOTS program is dedicated to introducing women to the exciting sport of track cycling and we intend to grow this program far into the future and to take it to as many tracks as possible!

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LOTS of Sponsors ~ All of us appreciate the roll that financial and equipment sponsors play in the sport of cycling. Without their support, most of what we would be impossible!!

The LOTS program has acquired the support and sponsorship of the following companies:

Serfas & Serfas Optics ~ For all of your equipment and optical needs, please visit their websites. Headquartered in South Orange County, Serfas is proud to be our neighbor! If any of the LOTS participants would like to purchase items at a special discount from Serfas, please email me and I will send you the info that you need to place your order.

Clif Bar ~ Food matters.We like food. Natural and organic foods aren’t just good for your body; they're good for the planet. Please visit their website for a complete review of all their products. Clif Bar is proud to supply the LOTS participants with their products. Look for them at the races in 2009!

Louis Garneau ~ Known for their Aero Helmets on the road and on the track, Louis Garneau has generously provided LOTS with a supply of Aero Helmets. Please email me for more information or see me at the races!

Please take the time to thank these sponsors for their generosity!

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The 2008 USAC Athlete Waiver is available on-line.

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The 2009 SCNCA Racing Calendar is available on line.

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The 2008 USAC Rule book is available on-line.

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Merry Christmas!!

Julia Cross