Washington State Bicycle Association

Wenatchee cyclist has shot at riding in Tour de France

2008-05-21T14:36:00.000-07:00

Cyclist Tyler Farrar, 23, is riding hard in the early-season races hoping his performance will earn him a spot in this summer's Tour de France.

The 2008 Larry Kemp Cycling Camp

2008-05-14T21:53:00.000-07:00

What is it?
The Larry Kemp Cycling Camp is a weekend of summer fun on bikes for kids, ages 10 to 14. We'll be staying at the Flying Horseshoe Ranch just outside of Cle Elum. Campers will enjoy sharing bunkhouses with 7 of their new best friends! Find out about Larry here - http://www.wsbaracing.com/Larry_Kemp.asp

Our action-packed weekend includes: basic bike maintenance (learn how to change a flat tire!), learning bike handling skills from experienced racers, fun rides on great trails and roads, The Silly Cycling Olympics, an "Epic Ride" and picnic on a creek, and of course, S'mores around the campfire every night!

Dates: August 21-24, 2008
Place: Flying Horseshoe Ranch
What to bring: packing list
Cost: $100

Forms
Sign up now for the 2008 Larry Kemp Cycling Camp! Each participant must fill out a registration form and a USA Cycling Event Release Form and mail them in to the address on the registration form. Each participant must also agree to abide by the camp rules.

Who's invited?
If you're between the ages of 10 and 14 years old, and you want to become a better cyclist, please join us at the Larry Kemp Cycling Camp! This camp is open to both new and experienced young riders who want to improve their cycling skills and have a fun weekend riding their bikes.

How much?
The cost of the camp is only $100 per camper, thanks to the Larry Kemp Memorial Junior Cycling Fund. That includes:

3 nights lodging
All meals: Thursday dinner through Sunday lunch
All activities

Questions: contact Patricia Lawrence

patricia.lawrence@wachoviasec.com

First 100 Days

2008-05-14T21:13:00.000-07:00

Since taking over as the WSBA President in January, there has been allot to learn in the organization. While the WSBA does run pretty smoothly, there are aspects coming from the perspective of racing over the past 10 years, to really realize the effort needed to have racing in Washington State.

As with non-profit organizations, the people involved truly have passion for giving back. There are many people involved who love cycling and are committed to seeing it grow. Without those people, racing wouldn't excist in Washington State.

As to the things I have learned in the WSBA, there will be areas where input is needed to continue growing the sport. This will involve bringing a more formal process to operating the WSBA, getting input from all teams, respresentation in the WSBA operations from areas outside of the Seattle area and building relationships with other cycling orgranizations.

Thanks to all those who have contacted me directly with feedback and support. As always, feel free to contact me with questions or comments.

Live to Ride with Passion!

David Visintainer
WSBA President
president@wsbaracing.com