3 Lessons from Nature Valley

The Nature Valley Grand Prix wrapped up its 6-race/5-day run yesterday with the grand finale criterium at Stillwater.  This stage was comprised of 20 laps of climbing (including the famous Chilikoot Hill and its 18% average grade) and screaming descents.  The power these riders exhibited as they climbed this brutal [...]

Pro Bike Racing in MN!

The Nature Valley Grand Prix professional bike race is in MN this week.  It’s 6 stages in the 5 day event includes 3 criteriums, 2 road races and 1 individual time trial.  You can see more about the race and the events at http://www.minnbikefestival.com/.  Take a look.

The state of MN rolls out the red carpet [...]