Welcome to 2010: New Year, New Goals!

The New Year is well underway and we couldn't be more pumped! 2010 is going to be a great year for the BC Bike Race, and we've set some great goals to keep our team charged and challenged!

What about you? Have you established your short and long term goals for this year? Since you're receiving this newsletter, odds are pretty good that you're a bit of a riding nut, so there must be some bike-oriented goals that you've got lined up for yourself...

Whether it's to shave 3 minutes off that killer climb on your favourite circuit or to clean that tricky section that always seems to bump you off your line; whether it's to ride harder/faster/longer or to slow down, look around and breathe in the scenery; goals are the key to change and progress. So, why not take a moment to think up a few goals, write 'em down and take that first step to getting there!?

If you've made BC Bike Race your goal for 2010, we look forward to seeing you in June! Epic or Challenge, mark it on your calendar and get ready for the ride of your life!

BCBR 2010: 72% Sold!

That's right, we've only got 28% of our registration capacity remaining, so if you want to be a part of the 2010 event, get crackin'!

Want in on the action but not feeling quite up to the Epic event? Don't forget about the BC Bike Challenge! New for 2010 this abbreviated version of the BCBR Epic will give you the full BC Bike Race experience - just with fewer kms to ride each day.

Still need some motivation? Check out our rippin' Course Preview Videos: there's one to preview each stage of the event. Spend a few minutes watching these babies and you'll be itching to get out and ride no matter what it's doing outside!

PS - There are just 65 spots left in our "Right on Time" package pricing...once they're gone, we move up to the "Last Chance" package prices. Don't miss out!

Spring Training Camps on the Horizon

Need some help achieving those riding goals this year? Look no further! We've got some leads on training camps that can take your riding to the next level... Interested? Here's the scoop:

12-week Exclusive BCBR Program!  Pacific Cycling Centre has designed this advanced program specifically to prepare you for the BC Bike Race! Runs April 5 - June 27, 2010

March 2010 Training Camps in Beautiful BC! Join Andreas Hestler and BCBR 2010 winner Seamus McGrath in Victoria, BC March 1-7 or March 8-15

2010 Spring Training in Vegas, Baby! Join Andreas Hestler and Big Mountain Adventures in Las Vegas, NV March 28- April 3 2010 **Enter the Biggest Ride Contest for your chance to win!! Details below**

All Training Camp info, along with Dre's Training Programs, can be found here.

BIGGEST RIDE CONTEST: Enter to Win!

You read it above: BC Bike Race and Vancouver’s Big Mountain Adventures have teamed up on a fun-filled spring training camp with Andreas Hestler in Las Vegas!

And guess what?! You could win a spot in this camp!

The Camp: The 7-day camp starts Las Vegas and travels to south-west Utah and spectacular riding areas like Gooseberry Mesa, Bootleg Canyon and Thunder Mountain. Beyond guiding participants on fantastic rides, Dre will share his wealth of knowledge during daily sessions on riding skills and training techniques.

The Contest: It’s simple...we want the best story of your biggest ride. Words, photos, video, art – or any combination will do. Be creative, have fun.

Get full Contest details & get your entry in!

BCBR 2010 with Team Diabetes

After first participating in 2009, Team Diabetes is delighted to return to the BC Bike Race in 2010!

Join Team Diabetes at the BCBR and you too can achieve your personal goals while helping so many Canadians with Diabetes. In addition to the satisfaction of supporting such a great cause, there are other great benefits Team Diabetes members enjoy including:

* Coverage of race entry fees
* Team Diabetes cycling jersey
* On-line fundraising tools and resources

Interested? Find out more!

BCBR Facebook Winner - December

If you're not already, you really should become a member of the

Official BC Bike Race Facebook Page

Not only will you be in on the latest and greatest info (yep - even before the monthly newsletters), but you can also participate in our RYDERS Eyewear promo!

The winner for December is Matt Hanna, who posted a wicked video on the BC Bike Race Facebook Page and has won BCBR RYDERS Eyewear.  Congrats Matt!

Remember best post, picture story, video wins a pair of RYDERS Eyewear.

A Shout Out to ReCycled Concepts!

Many of you asked us where we found that super cool "Snow Chain" ornament that we used to sign off our December newsletter. (We've reposted it here just in case you missed it!)

Well, it is the craftsmanship of Justin Mitchell over at ReCycled Concepts - where all of his products are created using recycled bike parts, usually his own or those of his friends. ReCycled Concepts' motto: "Keep riding, recycling, and reusing." We second that!

Check out Justin's work...you'll be glad you did!

Olympic Fever

Our next newsletter will be coming atcha at the peak of Olympic fever...if you're watching any of the events, keep in mind that some of that beautiful BC scenery is home to the finest singletrack trails that are the BC Bike Race!

Keep the rubber side down..

The BCBR Team