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Rachel and Lauren from ReGeared

2013 Team with frame jersey for ReGeared!

Here’s the kind of awesome hand made furnishings and other products they make right here in North Texas:

Made the winner’s trophy for this year’s Leadville 50

bicycle clock

November 12, 2013 0

Brigitte Metcalf, Riding Member

Profile

Birth Date	July 1967
Birth Place	Miami, FL
Home Town	Plano, TX
List and describe your bicycles	2011 Specialized Hardrock Sport 29er, no frills, all factory…I call him Bruce, and I am not clipped in (yet). 2013 Felt Z85 road bike (the she-beast) purchased specifically for the 2013 HHH.
List past racing accomplishments in any sport you’ve competed in	I don’t race (yet) but I DID ride the HHH 50 miles (2013). I am very proud that in both my age group and the overall standings I ranked solidly in the middle.
What is your first memory of riding a bicycle?	I don’t remember my first bike but I have great memories of my little brother’s banana yellow “Swing Bike”; we beat the crap out of it! The other odd bike was from college. I wanted a 10-speed to get around campus but Dad bought me a Honda “People” bike. I was mortified and refused to ride it.
Why do you ride a bicycle?	It clears my head and makes me feel free. Plus I like the challenge, and the feeling of accomplishment when I have pushed myself.
What does Bearded Women mean to you?	This team is very encouraging. I feel like I am part of a family and I have a bunch of brothers (and a very pushy sister, haha) looking out for me.

Brigitte Metcalf, Riding Member

Brigette

November 12, 2013 0

Apply for Open 2014 Team Membership , Deadline 11/21/2013 12 AM

The 2014 membership is now open until next Thursday, 11/21/2013 12AM. We’re taking applications for our Racing and Riding Membership.

Member Types

Click Here to be a Racing Member – must submit an annual application for review and approval. Commits to participating in the qualifying number of races per calendar year which is determined by the annual budget prior to the season start, at least one trail maintenance day event per calendar year (if racing MTB), at least one other community volunteer activity per calendar year and pay the prescribed annual membership dues of $50 at the start of the season. Racing Members must apply annually for each racing season.
Click Here to be a Riding Member – purchase a team kit, participate in at least one trail maintenance day per calendar year, and participate in at least one team community activity per calendar

Membership Benefits

All Members

i.    Private, online group to communicate with members of the team, providing helpful training tips, trade opportunities, encouragement, group training rides, and much more.
ii.    A personal racing profile on the Bearded Women Racing website.
iii.    Team racing calendar and supported races throughout the season. Support includes onsite bicycle racks, bicycle stand and tools for mechanical issues, beverages and snacks for most races, team hotel bookings when needed, and race encouragement and camaraderie.
iv.    Sponsorship support throughout the season, including sponsor donations and in-kind donations for team member’s use.

Racing Members

i.    Full kit, racing socks, and other apparel for the season
ii.    Race fee reimbursements will be given to all qualifying Racing Members at the end of the season. The amount of reimbursement will be determined based on the team’s annual budget.
iii.    A team points competition throughout the season with end of year awards and prizes

Riding Members

i. Full kit for purchase by the member, racing socks, and other apparel for the season

November 12, 2013 2

DORBA Fall Series – Cedar Hill Reschedule

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What a spectacular inaugural season we’ve had! The last race in what became a make up race ended our 2013 season with a bang. We brought 10 racers and all did a great job finishing this fast course.

A couple of highlights include Braden Barnett ending his season with his first 1st place showing!

Nathan and his son Michael

Wes

Braden’s first 1st place!

Brandon Schrader finished his year with 2 5th place, 2 4th place, and 2 3rd place finishes and the lead in the team overall points competition. In addition, Nathan Delahoussaye and Wes Salas both finished in the top ten of the normally packed and competitive Cat 3 30 -39 category

With the majority of our racing members agreeing to comeback for the 2014 season, and the team looking to expand it’s racing roster, we can hope to see more successes in the future! If you’re interested in applying for 2014 racing membership, we will open up the application process on November 11th. For more information on team membership, read here! *We have a limited number of spots available

Here are the overall results from the race:

Cat 2 40 – 49
- Minh Nguyen, 3rd Place out of 15
Cat 2 60 plus
- James Henson, 2nd Place out of 2
Cat 2 SS
- Brandon Schrader, 3rd Place out of 7
- Jonathan Braddick, 5th Place out of 7
- Will Jiron, 7th Place out of 7
Cat 3 19 -29
- Braden Barnett, 1st Place out of 4
Cat 3 30 -39
- Nathan Delahoussaye, 9th out of 17
- Wes Salas, 10th out of 17
- Randy Davis, 12th out of 17
Cat 3 Clydesdale
- Logan Davis, 1st Place

November 6, 2013 0

Riding the NETT

Here’s a wrap up of a recent event called Ride the NETT 4 of our team members on Saturday, November 2nd. Two of them raced the DORBA race the following day and the other two completed the ride back for a total round trip of 130 miles!

Bike Friendly Oak Cliff

written by Jonathan Braddick

I love rail corridors that are no longer in service, have been rail banked, or abandoned for private purchase. They have layers of history that end up over lapping with new ones when rail trails are developed, like a palimpsest does. They provide a glimpse into our past when this form of transportation dominated our country’s landscapes, our industries, and was the most often used form of transportation. In our area of the nation’s prairie land, we have a fair share of these rail corridors. However, one in particular is special and provides a unique adventure unlike no other can in North Texas.

Last Saturday, I rode 50 miles of the 130 mile long, North East Texas Trail, starting at the western trail head in Farmersville, TX. Located approximately one hour from Dallas’ city center, it’s a complete escape and contrast to our…

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Joshua Merkel, Racing Member

Josh Merkel, Racing Member

Racing Results

2013

Solovaca Cat Claw	Cat 3 30 – 39, 20th place, 0:51:54
DORBA Fall SeriesRowlett Creek Preserve	DNF due to helping a fallen teammate

Profile

Birth Date	June 1979
Birth Place	Fairfax, Va
Home Town	Dallas,TX
List and describe your bicycles	2011 Orbea Alma 29″. Sun Ringle black flag pro wheels, Ikon tires and mainly sram xo components
List past racing accomplishments in any sport you’ve competed in	I never raced any one on a wrestling mat and as a running back I raced past a number of offensive lineman before being destroyed by a defensive lineman
What is your first memory of riding a bicycle?	my dad letting go of my bike and me falling down
Why do you ride a bicycle?	There is a moment during every ride where I feel completely free, its all about a search for complete freedom and being present in the moment
What does Bearded Women mean to you?	camaraderie

Josh Merkel, Racing Member

Josh Merkel, Racing Member

October 22, 2013 0

Keith McDonald, Racing Member, Geared

Keith McDonald, Racing Member

Racing Results

2013

Big Cedar	Cat 3 40 -49, 15th place, 0:51:24
Smurf Boy SeriesRiver Legacy	Team Open, 2nd out of 8th place, 6 laps, 4:37:28
Cedar Hill	Team Open, 1st out of 8th place, 6 laps, 4:14:59
DORBA Fall SeriesLB Houston	Cat 40 -49, 40th out of 43rd place, 0:45:28 (mechanical)
Rowlett Creek Preserve	Cat 40 -49, 3rd out of 49th place, 0:50:40

Profile

Birth Date	January 1971
Birth Place	Arlington,TX
Home Town	Arlington,TX
List and describe your bicycles	Niner Jet9 RDO
List past racing accomplishments in any sport you’ve competed in	I raced motocross from 6-14 years old. Made it up to 125cc Expert, then got interested in other things. Have been racing Mtn Bikes off and on for several years.
What is your first memory of riding a bicycle?	It was exciting and scary at the same time. It felt like pure freedom and flying! Oh,, the bike was a huffy with a cool sparkly colored seat.
Why do you ride a bicycle?	I ride to keep from getting overweight (I like to eat) and for the challenge. I find when I’m riding the stresses of everyday life seem to melt away, it clears my head.
What does Bearded Women mean to you?	Making new friends, Riding and Racing. A quote from Aristotle comes to mind… ” The whole is greater than the sum of its parts”

Keith McDonald, Racing Member

Minh and Keith ready to roll!

Keith McDonald

October 18, 2013 0

Wes Salas, Racing Member, Geared

Wes Salas, Riding Member

Racing Results

2013

Cedar Hill	Team Open, 5th out of 8th place, 6 laps, 4:40:22
DORBA Fall SeriesLB Houston	Cat 30 -39, 15th out of 41st place, 0:39:06
Rowlett Creek Preserve	Cat 30 -39, 20th out of 40th place, 0:55:22

Profile

Birth Date	April 1977
Birth Place	Arkansas
Home Town	Denton, Texas
List and describe your bicycles	Orbea Occam 29’er – Full Suspension Specialized Allez Road bike GT Avalanche Hard Tail
List past racing accomplishments in any sport you’ve competed in	Dorba Fall XC – LBH 15th place Smurfboy CHSP team 4th place
What is your first memory of riding a bicycle?	Complete freedom… and always racing my friends… and the above still holds true today…
Why do you ride a bicycle?	Why not ride a bike??? It is a stress relief and dang it I look good doing it.. haha
What does Bearded Women mean to you?	“A group of dedicated athletes who celebrate life by riding our bikes for fun and competition.” The website says it all…. and these friends are just a blast to hang with …

Wes Salas, Riding Member

Wes Salas

Wes Salas, Racing Member

Brad Wendling and Wes Salas

October 14, 2013 0

Logan Davis, Racing Member, Geared

Racing Results

2014

Dirty Dozen	12 hr, 3-4 man, 7th out of 8 teams, 11:25:44
Smurf Boy – RCP	Solo SS, 11th out of 11th
Smurf Boy – JB	Solo SS,
Smurf Boy – RL	Solo SS,
Smurf Boy – CH	Solo SS,

2013

Smurf Boy Endurance Series Rowlett Creek Preserve	Solo, 33rd out of 41st place, 4 laps, 4:18:38
River Legacy	Solo, 29th out of 40th place, 4 laps, 4:34:10
Cedar Hill	Solo, 31st out of 38th place, 4 laps, 4:59:59
DORBA Fall SeriesLB Houston	Cat 3 19 -29, 24th out of 25th place, 0:45:29
Rowlett Creek Preserve	Clyde, 9th out of 9th place, 1:04:35

Profile

Birth Date	March 1987
Birth Place	Murray, Utah
Home Town	Arlington, Texas
List and describe your bicycles	Fuji Tahoe 29er 1.0 Hardtail Van Dessel Country Road Bob Cross Bike
List past racing accomplishments in any sport you’ve competed in	2012 – Smurf-boy summer endurance race at River Legacy (first race) 2013 – Smurf-boy summer endurance complete series (27th over-all series)
What is your first memory of riding a bicycle?	My earliest bike related memory is thinking it would be a good idea to “play” Road Rash (the violent sega racing game) with our bikes. Needless to say, I ended up bloody in a gutter.
Why do you ride a bicycle?	I don’t ride for fitness, competition, or transportation. I ride for pure enjoyment!
What does Bearded Women mean to you?	I’ve got the Beard. I’ve got the boobs. It’s time to ride!

Logan Davis, Racing Member

Logan Davis, Riding Member

September 20, 2013 0

Jason Toombs, Racing Member, Geared

Jason Toombs, Ex Racing Member, Development Officer

Racing Results

2014

2013

Smurf Boy Endurance Series River Legacy	Team Open, 5th Place out of 8 teams, 5 laps, 4:22:16
Cedar Hill	Team Open, 8th Place out of 8 teams, 3 laps, 3:54:35

Awards

Profile

Birth Date	January 1971
Birth Place	Warner Robins, Georgia
Home Town	Mansfield, Texas
List and describe your bicycles	Specialized Stumpy 29er, that’s all I need.
List past racing accomplishments in any sport you’ve competed in	Completed the SPARTAN RACE Trifecta in 2013.
What is your first memory of riding a bicycle?	My first memory of riding a bike was when I was about 5yrs old and went down a big hill by myself. I returned to that spot years later to find out the big hill was barely a bump.
Why do you ride a bicycle?	I ride for fun, for exercise and because it is the biggest stress reliever.
What does Bearded Women mean to you?	Friends, fun and competition.