March 31, 2005 — Here’s what’s inside the OCA’s E-newsletter”¦
1. Upcoming Events
2. Uxbridge Icebreaker preview
3. Tour de Hollander
4. SISU signs on for another year
5. SISU Ontario Cup #1 – Bikecrazie.com update

1. Upcoming events not to miss!

MTB Apr.03.2005 Uxbridge Icebreaker – Trek Enduro #1 Durham Forest Road Apr.03.2005 Tour de Hollander King Township Road Apr.10.2005 SISU Road Ontario Cup #1 – bikecrazie.com Classic Mosport

2. Uxbridge Icebreaker Preview

BIKENXS’ 14th annual Uxbridge Icebreaker, the traditional season opener for the mountain bike season in Ontario, will be held this Sunday (April 3rd) at Durham Forest near Uxbridge. Sometimes snowy but definitely fun for both the beginner and seasoned veteran.

This year the Iceman is working on a few new twists to the already challenging first outing of the season. Over the years this course has combined gravel roads, double track trails and usually a few surprise pieces of singletrack depending on the spring thaw. With classic sections known as the “Bobsled Run” and “Iceslider Alley” as well as the rare “Arctic Death March” this course usually provides a little snow, mud and some icy sections.

The 25km is an excellent challenge for most cyclists, while the 50km (2 loops) is a true test of early season fitness. Come out and hammer down and break the ice on a new season!

The OCA will be at registration selling Citizen Permits (although it is highly recommended to purchase your citizen permit in advance of the event).

For more information on the Uxbridge Icebreaker please visit
<http://www.bikenxs.com/>www.bikenxs.com/.


3. Tour de Hollander

Don’t miss the Road season opener. With the cancellation of the Good Friday race last week, there will be some pent up racers ready to put the rubber on the road this Sunday. Don’t miss this inaugural events put on by a very experienced race event crew. Directions: North on Hwy 400 to Hwy #9, east on Hwy #9 to Jane Street, North on Jane Street, parking is @ Kettle Creek Golf Course. Visit the website for event details: <http://www.bikeraces.info/tdh.htm>http://www.bikerace s.info/tdh.htm

4.Title Sponsor SISU signs on for another year

The OCA is pleased to welcome back SISU as the title sponsor of the Road Ontario Cup Series. This will mark the second year for SISU to headline the showcase events in Ontario.

SISU, based in Burnaby, BC, manufactures high-quality vitamins, minerals, sports supplements and other natural health products designed to maximize your performance so you can ride harder and recover faster. SISU is the exclusive manufacturer of Hydrade, the only sports drink that provides carbohydrates, electrolytes and a full spectrum of vitamins and minerals your body needs for maximum endurance and decreased muscle soreness

If you attend an Ontario Cup Road event in 2005, you will have the opportunity to experience their products and race against the SISU Ontario Cup champions from 2004.

SISU Ontario Cup Champions 2004

– Junior Women – Lisa Slaven
– Senior Women – Merrill Collins
– Master Women – Carolyne Haill
– U17 Men – Alexander Korten
– Junior Men – Samuel Bail
– Senior Men – Aaron Fillion
– Master A Men – Stephen Heck
– Master B Men – Hamish Gordon
– Master C Men – Charlie Squires
– Master D Men – Peter Hein

Pvisit the OCA website for the full SISU Ontario Cup Road Race calendar: <http://www.ontariocycling.org/web_pages/sch_road_ocup.php>http://www.ontariocycling.org/web_pages/sch_road_ocup.php

5. SISU Ontario Cup #1 – bikecrazie.com Ontario Cup Classic update

The Technical Guide for the bikecrazie.com Ontario Cup Classic (April 10th at Mosport), SISU Road Ontario Cup #1 is now available at <http://www.bikecrazie.com/mosportguide.pdf>http://www.bikecrazie.com/mosportguide.pdf. Please read it carefully! Any changes to the guide will be posted at registration/sign-on on the day of the event.

Also please note that Thursday March 31 is the last day to preregister at the cheaper rate. On April 1st the cost goes up $5 and then a further $10 on race day.

Ontario Cycling Association
1185 Eglinton Ave., E., Ste. 408
North York, Ontario
Canada M3C 3C6
Phone: (416) 426-7416
Fax: (416) 426-7349
Email: info@ontariocycling.org
Website: <http://www.ontariocycling.org>http://www.ontariocycling.org