August 18, 2009 (Mt. Washington, NH) – Sue Schlatter of Stevens Racing presented by The Cyclery took the top women’s spot in the 2009 edition of the Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hill Climb. Held on August 15, Sue finished in a time of 1:07:47, over two minutes ahead of last year’s winner and 23rd overall from a field of over 500 riders.

On a near perfect day, Schlatter was successful in her second attempt at ‘the mountain’ having finished second in 2006, a mere six seconds behind. “It [Mt Washington] is a climb you have to really respect.” But according to Sue, “It’s when I’m going uphill that I’m happy.” On this day, it really showed.

Stevens Racing presented by The Cyclery is a Canadian Cycling Association (CCA) registered women’s trade team co-sponsored by Stevens Bikes and The Cyclery. The team is comprised of Julia Bradley (Toronto), Naomi Cermak (Hamilton), Sophie Matte (Chelsea), Sue Schlatter (Ottawa), Tricia K. Spooner (Ottawa) and Ireen Wieditz (Toronto).

Schlatter is a 2008 Canadian National Road Championship fifth place finisher, three time winner of the annual Ottawa Bicycle Club Grand Prix run in the Gatineau Park just outside of Ottawa and captured top spot (and three stage wins) at this year’s two-day, three stage Tour de Syracuse event.

The entire team has amassed some impressive results so far this season in its 83 starts with 35 podiums finishes, including 23 victories. Upcoming events include the Quebec Road and Time Trial Championships, Ontario Mountain Bike Championships and Canadian Track National Championships.

Visit the team’s website at www.stevensracingcanada.com for up-to-date reports, photos and information. Additional team sponsors include Westboro Chiropractic Clinic, Shimano, Giro, and Continental Tires.