More on the new home!

So, the foundation is poured and the stem walls are in, the next thing to come is back filling the foundation. After that we should see the rough grade of the parking lot and then walls will happen soon after that. We are still hoping to be in doing our build out around March 5 and hopefully moved in by March 20 to 25. Keep checking in for updates.

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Sand Creek Race Series is BACK!

Well, after a great year of racing in 08' the Sand Creek Race Series is back for a bigger and better year in '09. Ascent Cycling was very happy to help kick start the race series back into full swing in 08' with the folks at Sand Creek Sports Inc. A new addition for the 09' season is Carmichael Training Systems as a title sponsor.

The great news for riders and racers is that there are going to be a few more races on the calender. That being said Ascent Cycling is still involved heavily as sponsor and support cast for the events. Sand Creek Sports Inc and Ascent Cycling felt in order to grow the series, they wanted more sponsors involved and when a great organization like CTS steps up, well that speaks huge for the success of 08' and the work put in.

So, the event dates are TBA for the most part, but if anyone has kept an eye on the cycling news, a race for June 13th will be part of a seven race series (USA Cycling Pro MTB XCO) around the nation and the fourth stop is right here in C Springs. The Carmichael Training Systems Sand Creek International Classic is a UCI C3 race (for those who don't understand that little ditty, it's huge, trust us). This race will also be one of about seven races in the Sand Creek Race Series here in our neck of the woods. Thats right seven races here in town, so if you race, watch or simply want to see people putting their hearts and souls into the sport, this is the place to see it.

If you have questions on the Sand Creek Race Series, USA Cycling Pro MTB XCO Tour or what it is Ascent Cycling does as a shop, sponsor or lovers of the sport give us a call at 719-597-8181.

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Schott's "El Condor Pasa"

With All apologies due to Simon & Garfunkel's El Condor Pasa (If I Could).


I'd rather be a hammer than a snail--
Yes I would, IF I only could, I surely would--
I'd rather ride a steel bike than bamboo,
Or a Blue, you know it's true, and so would you.

O Clay, he'd like to ride away,
Sporting a crown, that's here and gone.
Poor Coupe, to hear the dear boy gab,
You know he lusts for Indy Fab,
For Indy Fab.

I'd rather ride in class down every street--
Like a man, IF I can, and yes I can--
More than vacuum-wrapping both my feet,
Yes I would, IF I only could, I surely would.

Isaac's got a thing for bikes in white:
"Oh, gee they're tight! They're outa sight!" He's just not right.
Some day he'll come to find that the real boys
Think white's just noise; they like their toys Candy Turquoise.

O Scott, Addicted poor ol' sot,
A carbon child--it's much too mild.
No steel, he's stuck below the ground,
He'll never know the joy I've found
The joy I've found.

Brian's alloy tubes he can't forget:
A bike midget, shimmies when wet--will nab him yet.
Chad would rather toss a Gallic 'cross,
Than Huffy steel, IF he knows what's real, FABulous steel.


Ladies and Gentlemen...
Joe Schott

X-Mas Sale!

Well With Black Friday Gone And The Big Day Is Even Closer, Pat And Clay Have Put Some Nice Things On Sale. So Here Is The List:

15% Off Rudy Project Glasses And A Free Rudy Watch
Ascent Cycling Is Colorado Springs Largest Rudy Dealer
20% Off All Shoe Stock and 40% Off All Sidi Shoes
15% Off All 2008 Bikes With More Savings On Select In Store Bikes

A Selection Of In Store Deals On Weekends And Don't Forget The Gift Cards, Available In Any Amount.

So, Get Down To Get The Best Selection, Deals And Just Plain Fun!

Ascent Cycling, Where Clean Bikes Are Happy Bikes and Happy Bikes Are Fast!