December 14, 2014
by julie
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The NSC Velodrome is in some danger of demolition. The facts are pretty straightforward. A wooden track, built in 1990, is beyond its design lifestyle — especially in a climate like that in Minnesota. Repair isn’t cheap ($750,000); reconstruction isn’t … Continue reading
March 17, 2012
by julie
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It is with sadness in my heart (really) that I offer up my Giant OCR1 for sale. It s a 44cm (S) compact road bike, featuring a TIG-welded Giant Compact ALUXX 6061 T-6 aluminum frame, and a Carbon fiber composite, … Continue reading
June 14, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Nature Valley Grand Prix Starts June 15
Tomorrow, the first two stages of the 2011 Nature Valley Bicycle Festival will hit St. Paul, and wander around the area (including Wisconsin) through Sunday. This is a fun pro event, offering a variety of disciplines and opportunities to watch … Continue reading
June 9, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Four Days Of Track Racing Ahead!
Not one, not two… but four days of track racing! This weekend at the NSC Velodrome, there’s a full schedule of track cycling to check out. Here’s the deets: Thursday: Thursday Night Lights, 7 PM — The weekly racing at … Continue reading
May 20, 2011
by julie
Comments Off on Recap: Thursday Night Lights (May 19, 2011)
Last night was the first Thursday Night Lights of the season at the NSC Velodrome up in Blaine. My family headed out to check it out, as it was a lovely evening, and my preschooler is a fan of the … Continue reading