16th of October 2010

2009 Czech National Single Speed Championship

Prague, Czech Republic - December 19, 2009.

Another year has passed and the Czech Single Speed championships are just around the corner.

After a successful, if somewhat frigid event last year, the Central Bohemian community of
singlespeeders, present the 2010 Czech National Single Speed Championships in Prague on October 16th.  As in years past, the friendly atmosphere and unique challenges during the race, will allow even a recreational singlespeeder to go head-to-head against their more competitive brethren; and who knows who will win? The race will be held on Saturday, October 16th at 14:30, starting in Prague 14 near the Točna airport and will take place on various trails in this area south of the city. Again the mostly singletrack route and trail markings will only be revealed at the start of the event. Organizers expect more than 35 racers plus many more friends and family at this unique event.

After the race, thanks to presenting sponsors Made Sustainable, Bohemia Cycles, and Park Tool, as well as our other sponsors, all competitors and families will be welcomed to a small cook-out followed by a move to a nearby hospoda for the social completion of a successful day. As the international Single Speeds mountain bike movement has begun to take hold in the Czech Republic, this annual meeting brings riders from different areas together, letting them meet and get to know each other and share a ride. Leading up to the event assistance will be provided to cyclists wishing to temporarily or permanently convert their bikes to singlespeeds to join in on the fun.

Anyone interested in participating, volunteering or supporting the event should contact the organizers at mcrss2010@gmail.com.

16th of October OMG!

OK, so I can't believe we haven't updated here in months.

The race is on! The date is set. The course is always changing.

So the third weekend in October will bring the SS Championships back to Prague. We are sticking with the Točna area to ride, but will have some minor course changes and a new starting point. There will still be a neutral section at the beginning, which like last year allowed us to fix a small problem or two before the real racing started.

Tell everyone you know. (Maybe we strategically leave it to the last minute so no one has a chance to train.) Bring the whole family! We have even had a new playground specially built at the finish to entertain our kids. (Really, come check it out. Hopefully the swings will be repaired in time.)

The weather will be warmer than last year! 

I promise NO fresh snow will be on the course this year! (although that means those of you not in the front will have to pay more attention to our minimalist signage!)

A few sponsors have been lined up, so we can expect some decent schwag for all riders again this year. Plus, both the Men's and Women's winners are going to get custom long sleeve National Champion Jerseys made for us by Champion Systems. After the race all participants will be able to order either a short or long sleeve SS competitor jersey at our group rate (more info on that in an upcoming post.)

We are still courting sponsors, so if any of your employers or friends want to donate some prizes, beer, or any support, we will be glad to recognize them; and we truly appreciate the support. As always this event is both competitive and friendly. All prizes, donations, and money we bring in go directly back out to you the rider. We are not for profit, but for the spread of the singlespeed love!

Mark your calendars and email us to let us know you and all of your friends are coming!

mcrss2010 [at] gmail.com