Utah Cycling News

UCA 2009 Schedule Posted

2008-12-17T13:14:00Z

The 2009 UCA Schedule has been posted to the calender page.

Timing Chip Information

2008-12-13T15:41:00Z

Starting with the first UCA event of the season, UCA racers will benefit from more accurate and timely scoring through the use of electronic timing. All points events on the UCA calendar will be required to use electronic scoring through use of a timing system and bike-mounted transponders (chips). The UCA has contracted with Winning Time for scoring equipment, which will be purchased by Jon Gallager of SBE. Jon and his SBE crew will be on hand to score the majority of UCA races. (SBE also uses high-speed cameras, so the scoring should be very accurate) Some promoters will be using other timing companies to score their races, but the UCA will track all rider’s points the same regardless of timing company.

The UCA Board is hoping for a smooth transition to this system. There is a possibility the Utah Crit Series (RMR / Saltair) will be the initial proving ground for the timing system. If the Utah Crit Series decides to adopt the system, the same timing chip be used at these races in addition to UCA events. Watch this space for more information.

There are a couple of important points for riders to be aware of. Please read the following information carefully so there are no misunderstandings.

• All riders will be required to wear a timing chip at all events. Chips will be sold to UCA members for the special price of $40.95. This is a one-time cost and the chip can be used for several years. The chips will mount to the front fork.

• Chip batteries will need to be changed periodically, probably once a year. SBO will scan the chip at events to verify if the battery needs replacing, and can assist with this on the spot.

• Racers are encouraged to purchase their chip online at www.sportsbaseonline.com ($40.95 price includes S&H). If a rider wants to purchase their chip at a UCA event, SBO will have them available, however, when a rider purchases a chip online, their chip ID will be entered into their SBO profile. If they purchase the chip at the races, the rider will have to go online and update their SBO profile with the chip ID. It is preferable that riders purchase their chips online to avoid any confusion on this important step.

• The chips should be ready for shipment around February 1, 2009. We will post the details here at a later date.

• The UCA will offer rental chips for the price of $10.00 per day at UCA events. Riders renting chips MUST secure the rental with a credit card. The individual’s credit card will be charged $10.00 if they return the chip back after the race. If they do not return it, they will be charged $40.95 for the chip. You can NOT use cash or checks to rent a chip.

We have created a Forum for questions you might have about the timing system. If you have any questions after reading this, please post them on the Forums...

Thanks, UCA Board

New 'Cross National Champ

2008-12-13T15:02:00Z

Kris Walker won the Masters Women 45-49 National Cyclocross Championship in Kansas City. Congratulations!

Chips Ahoy!

2008-11-21T00:23:00Z

Last week at the UCA Annual General meeting, promoters voted to adopt chip timing systems to their finish line set ups. This is great news for everyone involved; fast, accurate and timely results will now be the norm rather than the exception. Watch this space for more details!

UCA Fastest Growing Association!

2008-11-08T00:28:00Z

The Utah Cycling Association, our district's arm of the USAC, is the fastest growing in the country and we have topped the 1,000 member mark! Great news for all involved in road racing locally. Don't forget about next week's General Membership meeting; all riders are welcome to attend and make sure your club president is there! Hampton Inn in SLC on 425 S 300 W at 6:00pm on Wednesday, November 12th.

Allen Butler ride postponed

2008-10-11T16:17:00Z

Sorry for the late notice, but the Al Butler ride is postponed due to weather conditions.

UCA Bylaw Amendments

2008-10-11T04:55:00Z

'tis the season to bring new ideas to the table and voice your opinions. We have to do this in short order with the meeting only a month away. If you have any items you would like to be brought up for Public Comment, please send all your suggestions to your CLUB PRESIDENT. All submissions must come from your CLUB PRESIDENT. If it does not come from your CLUB PRESIDENT, it will not be posted for comment nor put on the agenda to be brought to a vote.

Did I mention it has to come from your CLUB PRESIDENT? Also, UCA Directors are the only ones authorized to create a forum on the issues. Once we get the proposals from the CLUB PRESIDENTS, we will create a Thread in the Forum for each proposal. Unauthorized Threads will be deleted and the creator will be taunted.

If you have any questions, please give a UCA Director a call.

Thanks

Allen Butler Memorial Ride

2008-10-03T18:10:00Z

The annual Allan Butler memorial ride is planned for the 11^th of October at 12:00pm from the lower parking lot of ‘This is the Place State Park’. Please come out and honor our fallen comrade.

End of the Season UCA Party-Sat. Oct 4th

2008-09-12T02:49:00Z

The end of the cycling season is just around the corner. That means the End of the Season UCA Party is coming up. Come celebrate another great Utah Cycling Season with your family and fellow racers. This years event will take place on Saturday, Oct 4th at 6:30pm at the Jeremy Ranch Country Club in Park City. UCA Awards will be given out. This year's menu is a Mexican Buffet. There will be a cash bar available.

Directions: From SLC, take 1-80 East to the Jeremy Ranch exit (#141). Turn left off the exit. At the 4 way stop sign turn left (Rasmussen Rd). Turn right at the traffic circle (Jeremy Ranch Rd). The clubhouse is at the top of the first hill on the right hand side.

Dress is resort casual. Men please wear a collared shirt (golf shirt is ok). No jeans please.

Deadline to register is Monday, Sept. 29th.

Price is $27.00 per person (inclusive of tax and gratuity).

Registration will be available on Sportsbaseonline or you may pay by check:

Payable to:

Todd Hageman

3418 Homestead Rd

Park City, Utah 84098

Please drop me a line if you are paying by check. Checks will also need to arrive by Sept. 29th.

The Climbers Trophy

2008-09-09T06:55:00Z

Pull out the light wheels and yank off the big ring; its time to find out who is the best climber in Utah (in September)! Skinny types need to register by Friday September 12th at 2:00pm or risk an extra $10. There is even a special Dave Harward award for "Best non-climber", what ever that means. Find out by going to https://www.sportsbaseonline.com/files_flyers/2745.pdf

30th Anniversary Snowbird Hillclimb!

2008-08-13T04:55:00Z

Don't miss this annual test against the toughest climb in the Wasatch; Snowbird Hillclimb! You can find details and information on course change due to construction along with registration here: http://www.snowbird.com/events/competitions/summer/hillclimb.html Do the hillclimb in the morning then hang around in the beautiful mountain setting and watch the best pros in the country duke it out for Tour of Utah honors. But please, no painting body parts on the roads.

Upcoming UCA Events

2008-08-05T02:18:00Z

We have two more weekends without UCA races, the next being Sanpete RR on August 23rd, but that doesn't mean there aren't events. Snowbird will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of its hillclimb on August 16th, on the same day as the Tour of Utah Pro men will tackle the same climb. Go to http://www.snowbird.com/events/competitions/summer/hillclimb.html for details. Also, the ULCER century ride is coming up Saturday August 9th, for more information, go to http://www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1292733&assetId=

Tour of Park City

2008-07-30T22:20:00Z

Even though this is not a UCA points paying event, it looks pretty epic. With no UCA events on the calendar, it is worth a look; especially for you LoToJa riders out there. http://www.tourdeparkcity.com/

Capitol Reef Results

2008-07-25T18:10:00Z

Are posted! Sorry for the delay, please let me know if you find an input error. Sundance results will be posted soon.

Reports from Superweek

2008-07-19T02:24:00Z

Several of the Ski Utah team members are in Wisconsin this week attending what some consider criterium heaven: International Superweek. Patrick Fasse, Clint Carter and Eric Thompson will be hitting most of the stages this year, check out their progress at http://clintstersgarage.blogspot.com/