Check out TWR in the news again, this time it is an article in Tidewater Women. The story talks about different local cyclists and features Emily Joyner for the competitive cycling section (excerpt below).
THE THRILL OF COMPETITION
Some cyclists love the thrill of competition and the satisfaction of winning. One of racing cyclist Emily Joyner’s favorite moments on a bike happened on a steep hill not far from her family’s home in Gettysburg, Pa. Her two sisters got in the habit of stopping halfway up, but Emily had a plan.
“I would always ride as far as I could,” she explained. “It was this incredible goal for me to get to the top. And I remember the time I got there. I never wanted to get off my bike.”
In her college days, Emily says she was “one of the only girls on a bike at Radford,” where she challenged herself, timing her routes to and from classes. She enjoyed seeing how fast she could get around.
These days, 29-year old Emily—married, the mother of a 3-year-old boy, and a full-time math teacher in Northampton County—pushes herself in a different way with a brand new team of racing women cyclists, sponsored by Virginia Asset Group. The weekend after Easter, she came in first in a 350-meter street sprint in a race known as “The Rock Hill Omnium” in Rock Hill, South Carolina. On April 3, Emily came in 2nd in her group in the Downtown Smithfield Hammer Fest, and she’s gaining speed and confidence with every race.
“I started riding with [bicycle] shop groups after college, and I’d ride a little further and faster each time,” she said. “Then one Tuesday night, I went to watch a women’s race, and I thought, ‘I could do that.’”
At the time she started racing, there were very few women in Tidewater to mentor her, so Emily joined an elite club in Richmond led by Emily Helmboldt, a strong cyclist who helped her discover what she could do on a bike.
“I would have never thought to push myself as hard as I did without seeing where she was and having her show me the ropes,” she said.
Last fall, Emily decided to create a team here in Virginia Beach, supported by Bike Beat, a bike shop with locations at Hilltop and Kempsville in Va. Beach.
“My goal is to do that for women in this area—to set goals, promote cycling, and meet those goals with other women,” she said. “Eventually, I want to have at least six riders in the developmental program and six in the elite program.”
Emily mentioned the importance of eye protection for racers, along with essential gear. “One time when I was riding without sun glasses, I was hit in the eye, and I couldn’t see out of it for the next ten miles,” Emily said. “And the gloves are important, not only for your grip, but if you do take a spill, they protect your hands from road rash.”
Emily has great support from her husband, Steven, who’s a U.S.A. Cycling Certified coach for her team. Their 3-year-old son, Bruce Joyner, newly empowered by his ability to manage a bicycle with training wheels, says proudly, “I’m a racer, Mama!”
Emily’s forward motion as a racing cyclist draws her family and fans to races and brings more attention to professional women’s cycling in Tidewater.
At the turn of the last century, when women were seeking the right to vote, riding a bicycle was synonymous with being daring and bold, like bobbing your hair. Maybe as this new century rolls on, getting back on a bike could be the best new habit to add to your life. n
For more info:
• Bike and Build - bikeandbuild.org
• Bike Virginia - bikevirginia.org
• Tidewater Bicycle Association - tbarides.org
• To see Jacki and Ashley’s film, go to vimeo.com and search for Bike and Build: Be the Change.
• To follow Emily Joyner’s team, visit tradewindsracing.blogspot.com
Kathleen Fogarty is a frequent contributor to Tidewater Women. She lives on a farm in Virginia Beach.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Her goal: Develop a local women's elite cycling team
Tradewinds Racing team manager and sponsors highlighted in Virginia Beach Beacon newspaper:
Emily Joyner created Tradewinds Racing Women's Cycling Team last November to support local elite women cyclists. (John Streit | Special to The Virginian-Pilot)
The Virginian-Pilot
© April 20, 2010
By John Streit Correspondent
Her goal: Develop a local women's elite cycling team
As an up-and-coming cyclist based out of Richmond, Emily Joyner looked to her more accomplished teammates as inspiration for her cycling goals.
That exposure paid dividends. She began traveling with her elite team to various races. She was rated as a category 3 cyclist when she joined and sprinted through category 2 before reaching category 1 last year.
But back in Virginia Beach, Joyner saw a great need for women cyclists to receive the same tutoring and encouragement she received in Richmond.
So, Joyner created Tradewinds Racing Women's Cycling Team last November. Her goal is to develop a team of women committed to ascending to elite competitive status.
"This is a real lacking area - there are a lot of men's teams and women's clubs, but no other women's elite teams," said Joyner, who most recently won the street sprint portion of the Rock Hill Omnium in South Carolina. "I wanted to be able to do for women locally what that team in Richmond did for me."
While Joyner said the team accepts novice cyclists, Tradewinds' purpose is to develop and sustain a competition-centered team. That central goal differentiates the team from recreation-based women's cycling clubs and makes it the area's only elite women's cycling team, according to Joyner.
"My goal, eventually, is to pull riders up through a developmental team to an elite team that is competitive on a national level," said Joyner, whose club currently has four other members.
Tradewinds membership includes USA Cycling-certified coaching through Stephen Joyner, Emily Joyner's husband and dedicated cyclist in his own right.
Through title sponsorship with Virginia Asset Group, Tradewinds also assists members with equipment costs and racing fees.
The team gathers for group workouts, rides and community service events.
For example, team member Sharon Oakley, who works at Bike Beat bike shop, is planning a children's bike safety rodeo at the Hilltop location.
"Cycling is kind of like a counter-culture sport - it's kind of hidden in that you don't really know what's going on unless you're into it," Joyner said. "So we just want to stay connected to the community and promote women's cycling through things like cycling safety."
Emily Joyner created Tradewinds Racing Women's Cycling Team last November to support local elite women cyclists. (John Streit | Special to The Virginian-Pilot)
The Virginian-Pilot
© April 20, 2010
By John Streit Correspondent
Her goal: Develop a local women's elite cycling team
As an up-and-coming cyclist based out of Richmond, Emily Joyner looked to her more accomplished teammates as inspiration for her cycling goals.
That exposure paid dividends. She began traveling with her elite team to various races. She was rated as a category 3 cyclist when she joined and sprinted through category 2 before reaching category 1 last year.
But back in Virginia Beach, Joyner saw a great need for women cyclists to receive the same tutoring and encouragement she received in Richmond.
So, Joyner created Tradewinds Racing Women's Cycling Team last November. Her goal is to develop a team of women committed to ascending to elite competitive status.
"This is a real lacking area - there are a lot of men's teams and women's clubs, but no other women's elite teams," said Joyner, who most recently won the street sprint portion of the Rock Hill Omnium in South Carolina. "I wanted to be able to do for women locally what that team in Richmond did for me."
While Joyner said the team accepts novice cyclists, Tradewinds' purpose is to develop and sustain a competition-centered team. That central goal differentiates the team from recreation-based women's cycling clubs and makes it the area's only elite women's cycling team, according to Joyner.
"My goal, eventually, is to pull riders up through a developmental team to an elite team that is competitive on a national level," said Joyner, whose club currently has four other members.
Tradewinds membership includes USA Cycling-certified coaching through Stephen Joyner, Emily Joyner's husband and dedicated cyclist in his own right.
Through title sponsorship with Virginia Asset Group, Tradewinds also assists members with equipment costs and racing fees.
The team gathers for group workouts, rides and community service events.
For example, team member Sharon Oakley, who works at Bike Beat bike shop, is planning a children's bike safety rodeo at the Hilltop location.
"Cycling is kind of like a counter-culture sport - it's kind of hidden in that you don't really know what's going on unless you're into it," Joyner said. "So we just want to stay connected to the community and promote women's cycling through things like cycling safety."
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Rock Hill Omnium womens race report
TWR team VA Asset Group travelled to South Carolina this weekend for the Rock Hill Omnium, including Friday night street sprints, Saturday Road Race and Sunday Criterium. The race was packed with talent from all over the region, including BMW-Bianchi, Team Type One, Vera Bradley and Specialized.
During the omnium we were able to pull off one win, with Emily Joyner showing her power during the street sprints. The road race, billed the "Hell of the South", was a hilly 47 mile race with a QOM climb, Joyner was pleased to come in 6th over the top. The race came down to a sprint finish, Joyner jumped way to early and misjudged the finish line by 150 meters. The criterium on Sunday was fast and aggressive race from the start with riders constantly attacking and counter-attacking. The pack was all together when a 100$ prime was announced. Joyner got into position and took the prime, causing a huge gap on the field with only a couple other riders. Robin Farina of Team Vera Bradley then attacked up the hill with 5 other riders able to go with her. That group worked together until Farina attacked the break and soloed to victory.
The omnium was was promoted by Rock Hill Cycling Club and was one of the most organized non NRC races we have seen. We'll be back. We loved it.
During the omnium we were able to pull off one win, with Emily Joyner showing her power during the street sprints. The road race, billed the "Hell of the South", was a hilly 47 mile race with a QOM climb, Joyner was pleased to come in 6th over the top. The race came down to a sprint finish, Joyner jumped way to early and misjudged the finish line by 150 meters. The criterium on Sunday was fast and aggressive race from the start with riders constantly attacking and counter-attacking. The pack was all together when a 100$ prime was announced. Joyner got into position and took the prime, causing a huge gap on the field with only a couple other riders. Robin Farina of Team Vera Bradley then attacked up the hill with 5 other riders able to go with her. That group worked together until Farina attacked the break and soloed to victory.
The omnium was was promoted by Rock Hill Cycling Club and was one of the most organized non NRC races we have seen. We'll be back. We loved it.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Chiropractic for cyclists? The truth here.
Submitted by Dr. Derek D. Russell, Chiropractor and Team Sponsor
All cyclists want to be faster, stronger, and more efficient. Chiropractic can help. Lance Armstrong, arguably the best known cyclist in the world, has a chiropractor travel with him, so he doesn't miss out on expert care. Luckily, you don't have to be Lance to also enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care. Whether utilizing care for rehab, maintenance, and/or wellness; you can maximize your health through consistent chiropractic adjustments. Additionally, your chiropractor can and should offer advice on numerous lifestyle modifications you might make to further enhance your well-being. From stretching to nutrition, chiropractors are well trained to address a myriad of health related topics.
At Nimmo Wellness, we combine expert chiropractic care with deep tissue sports massage to ensure our client/patients are optimally prepared to grind out a time trial or hammer away in a crit or road race. We do take care of recreational cyclists too, everyone on a bike should have their spine maintained. There is always the unfortunate bike wreck and we are well suited to help get those hurting folks back in the saddle. Dr. Russell is a competitive cyclist and elite triathlete. We know what your body needs so that you get the most of out of your cycling. So instead of spending thousands on equipment that probably is not the ultimate answer, give chiropractic a try and you'll find that you, the "engine", will get stronger and healthier.
Derek D. Russell, DC
Nimmo Wellness
2125 Mccomas Way 101
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
757-427-7690
757-427-7692(f)
757-270-7001(c)
All cyclists want to be faster, stronger, and more efficient. Chiropractic can help. Lance Armstrong, arguably the best known cyclist in the world, has a chiropractor travel with him, so he doesn't miss out on expert care. Luckily, you don't have to be Lance to also enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care. Whether utilizing care for rehab, maintenance, and/or wellness; you can maximize your health through consistent chiropractic adjustments. Additionally, your chiropractor can and should offer advice on numerous lifestyle modifications you might make to further enhance your well-being. From stretching to nutrition, chiropractors are well trained to address a myriad of health related topics.
At Nimmo Wellness, we combine expert chiropractic care with deep tissue sports massage to ensure our client/patients are optimally prepared to grind out a time trial or hammer away in a crit or road race. We do take care of recreational cyclists too, everyone on a bike should have their spine maintained. There is always the unfortunate bike wreck and we are well suited to help get those hurting folks back in the saddle. Dr. Russell is a competitive cyclist and elite triathlete. We know what your body needs so that you get the most of out of your cycling. So instead of spending thousands on equipment that probably is not the ultimate answer, give chiropractic a try and you'll find that you, the "engine", will get stronger and healthier.
Derek D. Russell, DC
Nimmo Wellness
2125 Mccomas Way 101
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
757-427-7690
757-427-7692(f)
757-270-7001(c)
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Women's races at HAMmerfest
Thanks to the VBW for all the work that goes into a race (and especially a new course), it was a really fun course and turned out to be a safe day for the women. We especially loved the short steep hill on the course, it made the race different and exciting.
Women's 1,2,3
There were only a few break attempts early on before the winning break, by VBVK's Ingram, stuck. There were some individual efforts to pull her back, but the field seemed to have trouble working together. Attempts were made to bridge up, but they were unsuccessful, and Ingram soloed in for the win. The field sprint was for 2nd. FF's Pope went early on the back of the course after turn 2 and held a small gap through the bottom of the hill. The sprint began up the short, steep hill with Emily powering ahead and holding the gap to the line for 2nd place. Sally (Tripower) sprinted in for 3rd with a safe gap on the competition behind her.
Women's 4
This race was exciting to see since there are not a lot of races in this area with a sepperate race for category 4 women and we were happy for this racing opportunity. The field rode a conservative race, with few attacks. Several riders were unable to stay with the field up the short steep hill, but other than that the field was intact with 1 lap to go. On the bell lap the pace picked up and riders pushed the pace. Up the hill and into turn 4 the pack was led by FF's Brittany, who held her lead to the line. Tripower's Sharon came in 2nd, a Hilton's rider picked up 3rd (sorry I forget her name), and TWR's Avanell finished strong with 4th place.
Look forward to racing here next year and maybe coming home with the ham next time :)
Women's 1,2,3
There were only a few break attempts early on before the winning break, by VBVK's Ingram, stuck. There were some individual efforts to pull her back, but the field seemed to have trouble working together. Attempts were made to bridge up, but they were unsuccessful, and Ingram soloed in for the win. The field sprint was for 2nd. FF's Pope went early on the back of the course after turn 2 and held a small gap through the bottom of the hill. The sprint began up the short, steep hill with Emily powering ahead and holding the gap to the line for 2nd place. Sally (Tripower) sprinted in for 3rd with a safe gap on the competition behind her.
Women's 4
This race was exciting to see since there are not a lot of races in this area with a sepperate race for category 4 women and we were happy for this racing opportunity. The field rode a conservative race, with few attacks. Several riders were unable to stay with the field up the short steep hill, but other than that the field was intact with 1 lap to go. On the bell lap the pace picked up and riders pushed the pace. Up the hill and into turn 4 the pack was led by FF's Brittany, who held her lead to the line. Tripower's Sharon came in 2nd, a Hilton's rider picked up 3rd (sorry I forget her name), and TWR's Avanell finished strong with 4th place.
Look forward to racing here next year and maybe coming home with the ham next time :)
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Tips for Avoiding Tan Lines
Now that it is warm and sunny, cycling tan lines are becoming an issue. Contrary to many beliefs these tan lines are not cool or attractive. Maybe it is because we live at the beach and spend much time on the beach in swimsuits. Whatever the reason we seem to care more than most cyclist about not looking like two-toned tourist. Here are some tips to help you out as you are training for your next big race:
1. On not as long rides when you don't need pockets and riding by yourself girls can feel free to ride in sports bras. Guys you can wear no shirt at all. (Think ladies man Mario Cippo) It feels good riding this way as well.
2. On longer rides when wearing a jersey, roll the sleeves up and then down.
3. Use different length shorts on your rides. You can roll up your shorts. Girls can cut the elastic off the bottom and hem them. They can then become much shorter. Doing this can help avoid a distinct tan line and you can have more of a fade from tan to pale.
4. On rest days surf, or spend some quality recovery time out by the pool or the beach.
1. On not as long rides when you don't need pockets and riding by yourself girls can feel free to ride in sports bras. Guys you can wear no shirt at all. (Think ladies man Mario Cippo) It feels good riding this way as well.
2. On longer rides when wearing a jersey, roll the sleeves up and then down.
3. Use different length shorts on your rides. You can roll up your shorts. Girls can cut the elastic off the bottom and hem them. They can then become much shorter. Doing this can help avoid a distinct tan line and you can have more of a fade from tan to pale.
4. On rest days surf, or spend some quality recovery time out by the pool or the beach.
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