Hey Fellow MCC’ers!

Well, it’s fall and that means that the club meetings are starting back up, ‘cross season is upon us and that there are only a few big tours left to ride! As much of a downer as that might be – let’s remember that this can be some of the best riding of the year here on the “Third Coast” and keep it in the big ring, huh?

Here are a buncha dates to put on your Day Planner, BlackBerry, ‘fridge door, etc:

10/3 – Highland Park CX race
10/4 – Trail Day in Allegan Woods! This has the potential to be the best trail within a short drive of Holland and the MMBA needs your help. Meet @the HQ @ 9:00am. Tools, guidance and lunch provided. More info @ www.mmba.ord
10/5 – Club Meeting, 8:00pm @ New Holland. Learn all about the ins, outs and secrets of Cyclo-Cross racing w/ local practitioners of this fast-growing slice of the bike racing pie.
10/10 – Colorburst Tour in Lowell
10/11 – Pineapple Bob Classic Fun-Raiser Ride from Velo City Cycles
10/12 – Last Monday Night Ride of 2009
10/18 – Lakeside Park CX race.

Remember – our club meetings will be on the 1st Monday of the month from October through April and each will feature a speaker and/or presentation on a topic of interest. Future meetings will cover XC skiing, yoga for cyclists, core training, etc. (Ideas for a topic – contact MC at mike@velo-citycycles.com)

I trust this finds you well and that you’ve enjoyed the glorious weather we’ve had thus far this month. Ride lots, be safe and we’ll see you on the road (or trail!)

Mike Clark, Prez
Macatawa Cycling Club

The club ride season is drawing to a close. Here are our ride plans for the rest of this season.

The Monday Night Ride: Will continue through Monday, October 12 at its current time and location. Ride routes will be shortened periodically to account for limited daylight.

The Sweet Roll: Will continue through Saturday, September 26th at its current time and location.

Thanks to everyone for making this season the best ever. Remember, monthly club meetings resume in October. Watch for e-mails with all of the details. Take care and see you on the roads and trails.

Macatawa Cycling Club

Despite the warm temps, cyclocross race season begins this weekend at Cannonsburg! The club is again hooking-up with the fine folks at KissCross and will be sponsoring the season race finale Thanksgiving weekend. If you are interested in giving cyclocross racing a try, visit the KissCross website at http://www.kisscross.com for more information. Lots of your fellow MCCers with all skill levels gave cross racing a try last year, and by all reports had a great time! Why not check it out? The first race takes place this weekend with a double-header Friday night (under the lights) and Saturday. See you there!

Macatawa Cycling Club

Keeping with MCC tradition, the Monday Night Ride this holiday weekend will take place this Monday morning at 8 a.m. Please be aware the usual ride leaders may not be able to lead the rides this Monday, so it will be up to riders to organize individual ride groups themselves. Please make the effort to look out for one another and stop & assist people with mechanical problems. Enjoy the great weather and morning ride temps. Happy Labor Day!

Macatawa Cycling Club

Just a quick reminder to renew your MCC membership. Its so easy to do. Just click on the “Membership Center” link on the left side of this page and follow the simple instructions to renew online. Your membership not only supports the club’s efforts to put on great cycling events like the Holland 100 and Kiss Cross race but also supports our cycling advocacy efforts. What else do you get from being a member? How about great guest speakers at our fall and winter club meetings, teaching you about a wide range of cycling and fitness topics? Then there’s access to “club member only” rides and events. What about exclusive access to cool club clothing and jerseys?

So what are you waiting for? $20 is pretty cheap for becoming a member. Take a few minutes and sign up. We appreciate your support. See you on the road and trails.

Macatawa Cycling Club

Due to potentially hazardous weather conditions, the club is canceling the Sweet Roll ride today. Be safe if you are planning any rides today. See everyone next Saturday morning.