Triple Rush

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I really wanted to watch this show on the Travel Channel for laughs. Seriously, I figured that it would show the stereotypical messengers, in a Quicksilver'esque vision. Or it would just be a long Lucas Brunelle video.

I DVR'd the first episode. Then I made the wife and kids watch it with me. I ended up liking it. It also allowed for a little dialog about driver/rider safety with the one kid I have who is in the process of learning to drive, which is always a positive thing.

What I think is great is that the show isn't only focused on riders doing stupid stuff, but dispatch, owners and rookies too. If you get a chance, you should really check it out. I was rooting for the one rookie (DIRT). When he lost his manifest and was sent home, my wife and I were yelling at him to backtrack to his last stop, he may have left it there and could have redeemed himself. But by just riding home, I think he kinda deserves to be fired.

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Drive

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This is a different sport, but I think Mike Vallely knows that he has an obligation to share the love of his sport in to the following generations, and make a positive impact in the lives of the future.

Motivational to me to be involved in bringing some of what is important to me, and sharing it with who I can.

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A Handsome Devil

Not often, but sometimes I see a bike at the rack that is a nice ride. This is one I saw this morning.

You know you want one

Official Rochester Mountain Bike Team cycling jerseys, sales proceeds support the Rochester area high school MTB riders.

$55 cash or check. Orders taken at Bicycle Sports through April 11, 2011.

On a related, but similar front, be sure to check out and "like" the Rochester Mountain Bike Team's official Facebook page. Doing so will keep you updated on what is happening with the team, from practice to races.

Finally, don't forget that tomorrow (April 11) the Team is having an information meeting for parents and interested students. Show up 7:00pm at Lourdes High School cafeteria.

TOMS One Day Without Shoes 2011 - Will You Join Us?

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Go barefoot today to raise awareness for the millions of children who live everyday without shoes. As a rider for team TOMS Shoes, everytime I go for a ride with my jersey I am raising awareness to this cause.

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Rochester Mountain Bike Team (RMBT) info meeting

We are getting closer and closer to getting the Rochester High School Mountain Bike off the ground. I attended a meeting last night, where some potential coaches and volunteers were discussing various roles with the organization. Part of my role will be as an occasional ride leader and graphic design for shirts, jerseys, and like what you see above - posters.

This poster will be posted at various places in town, schools, coffee shops, bike shops, etc. I'm gonna post a couple at work, who knows maybe a parent or two would be interested in bringing their kids to the meeting to find out more.

This meeting is gonna be the real kick off for this organization. The goal is to inform parents and teens, and get them to join. It's open to all schools (so it's all Rochester, not any particular high school).

The meeting details are:
Informational / sign-up meeting
Monday April 11 7-8:30 PM Lourdes High School (cafeteria)
Open to students finishing 8th - 12th grade
For more information go to http://rasc.multisportsystems.com/page/show/295464-rmbt
Sponsored by Rochester Active Sports Club (RASC)

Please feel free to let everyone know. It would be awesome to get a ton more interest in Bike Racing!

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Rochester Mountain Bike Team - Jersey Preview

This design will be headed off to Primal.

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