2011 Growlers Gulch Race Schedule

Hi Ladies,

Its been a while since I last posted. We've still been out riding when we can but it seems that everyone has had a pretty full schedule the last couple of months.

Mel Norris is leading a fun and easy paced ride this Saturday, January 17, at 10 am. Prepare to get muddy! It will most likely be raining, be sure to bring rain gear. Let me or Mel know if you plan on coming out.

The 2011 Growlers Gulch Race schedule has been posted. The dates are below. For a description of the events please visit Jim LeMonds' website at 2011 GG Race Schedule.

Growlers Gulch 5,000 - May 21

Tour de Gulch XIV - June 18

GG Super D - September 17

Growlers Gulch TT - October 1

Growlers Gulch Climbing Championship - October 22

GG5K 8 GGGs Signed Up

This year's 5K should be pretty exciting with the possibility of muddy trails, the strength of all the riders, and the number of women participating. Last year we had four women crazy enough to sign up for this event: Susan Martin (4:17), Denise Livingston (4:52), Mel Norris (5:19), and Dara Muldoon (6:07). This year we have eight:

Tonya Breedlove

Denise Livingston

Samantha Loney

Susan Martin

Carol Mathre

Dara Muldoon

Melanie Norris

Juntu Oberg

The GGG rides have been more than just a women's group ride. We have been pushing each others endurance and technical skill levels. We all have our weaknesses and strengths and learn from each other weekly. These rides have not only brought our group closer but have also welcomed women new to mountain biking. While those that have more experience have started to compete. Some of the GGGs have been racing for years while others competed for the first time this year. Some races include:

Denise Livingston - 5th in Women's Cat II at Bear Springs Trap XC

Tonya Breedlove - 1st Beginners Cat at Soaring Eagle XC in Redmond, WA

Sam Loney - 1st Beginners Cat in the Northwest Cup at Port Angeles, WA and 2nd Beginners Cat at Soaring Eagle XC in Redmond, WA

Mel Norris - (Team Mountain Beavers) 15th in 5 Person Co-ed Cat 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo

Dara Muldoon - (Team Mountain Beavers) 15th in 5 Person Co-ed Cat 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo

These are all strong women and while many of them just want to finish this grueling event I've seen them training and I think the guys should watch out. Best of luck to you all! Many thanks to Mel Norris for bringing this group together.

GG5K May 22, 9:00

Here it is! The Growlers Gulch 5000 announcement and sign up. Read the story at http://writeteknorthwest.com/archives/3733/gg5k-on-the-not-so-distant-horizon.

This is a strenuous ride and can take up to 7 hours. It is not a group ride so you must know the route. With all that in mind it is doable and I encourage you to sign up if you feel up for it. We will begin training ASAP.

10 women have signed up for the GG5K, 7 GGGs and 3 friends!

Tonya Breedlove

Denise Livingston

Sam Loney

Carol Mathre

Dara Muldoon

Mel Norris

Juntu Oberg

Candi Cook

Susan Martin

Kim Matheson

If you want to be a part of the action but not ride you can sign up to be our support crew. Last year Tonya and Sam cheered us on and kept us all going through the ride. Let us know if this is something you may want to do.