We are changing our name!

Is Now

Blue's Bike and Fitness is now Bike Rack Cycling & Fitness - Lincoln
In an effort to keep things consistent between the shop here in Lincoln and the shop in Omaha, we have changed our name to Bike Rack Cycling & Fitness. For the last 10 years both shops have been working together to be the best bike shops in the Lincoln and Omaha area and this will continue to be our goal. We still have the same great staff, selection, and service that you have come to expect at our shop, we will just have a new sign out front and a new website address (http://www.bike-rack.com/). Feel free to let us know if you have any questions.

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!

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.

2008 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.

Great Holiday Gift Idea!!!

Need a great holiday gift idea for the cyclist who has everything. Check out the Bontrager Power Charger pump. The Bontrager Power Charger pump is a rechargeable, portable tire pump. This pump will fill up all the bike tires in your garage whether they are your kids 12" bike or your top of the line road bike. It is charged using AC or DC current and can be operated off your cars 12V power outlet. The Power Charger will inflate up to 200psi and includes a Auto Select head for use with Schrader or Presta valves. It includes a 12V outlet so you can plug in your IPod or other device out on the road. The Bontrager Power Charger makes a great holiday gift idea because it is a simple, fast way to make sure your bikes are always ready to go riding.

FFL CFK PGGB

From all accounts, the 1st annual Cabin Fever Killer was a huge success and fun was had by all who attended.

Thanks to CVO for organizing the race and making sure everyone had a good time!

Just ta let ya know

the first annual 'cabin fever killer' will be goin' down 2-24-07 at 12noon. check the following for details:

http://www.jedionabike.blogspot.com

or

www.cabinfeverkiller.blogspot.com

The New Edition of the Jeff Hart Cycling Class

Back by popualr demand, always taking it one game at a time, always giving 110%....

Jeff Hart will be conducting another cycling class at Blues Bike on Sunday, Feb. 11th from 3pm to around 5pm.

Jeff has 4 spots open in this particular class in which he urges participants in this class to bring a trainer for their bike.

For more information on this class, please email Jeff at jeffcapone@aol.com

Did ya hear? It's a snowin'

I woke up this morning, hearing the weather was going to bring some white fluff stuff to the Lincoln area. Little did I know it was gonna bring a lot of white fluff stuff. Of course, these days a dusting of snow is too much for my liking.

Anyhoo, February will bring some exciting things to the shop: look for 30% off winter gear and as always, we gotta move out the exercise equipment to make room for new bikes!

Has January seemed like a long month to the rest of you? I know it is comprised of 31 days and all, but for me, the month of January has felt like its own year- so happy new year to you too!

mach5

it has been a good morning so far, we've got n.p.r. on the loud speaker (thanks again jeff!), life is good until i went to weather.com for the extended 10 day forecast: http://www.weather.com/outlook/events/sports/tenday/68502?from=36hr_fcst10DayLink_sports

then life didn't get so good.

fear not kitties, in a little over a month, it will be daylight savings time (march 11th)

so just hold tight, do push-ups, sit-ups, run up and down your basement stairs-the light is at the end of the tunnel!

mach5