July News

July News

  

**Reminder: Fat Tire Triple Crown has been MOVED to Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5!**

See the flyer below for more information!

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Summertime!

Every Tuesday this summer, we will be open late!   We will be here so you can shop late, tune up your bike, or to answer any of your questions until 9:00pm!

                   

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   Summertime Activities

Every Monday, we will be having an Open Water Swim at 6pm.  Meet at the former Tumbleweed on the river for an open water swim practice for Ironman Louisville 2015 athletes.

Also on Mondays will be the Mountain Bike Mondays, leaving out of VO2 at 6pm.  We will be biking the Seneca and Cherokee Park trails near the shop.

To round off Mondays, our Monday Night Yoga will be starting at 6:45pm at the shop.  Open to any and all athletes!

On Wednesdays, our Group Rides will be leaving out of VO2 at 6:00pm.  All are welcome!

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Kentucky Point Series

The next Kentucky Point Series race will be on July 26 at Capital View.  Click HERE for more information and to register online!

 

 

 

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What's Happening at VO2 This Summer?

Happy Bike To Work Week!
We hope you all celebrated the holiday!

Summer is fast approaching…and that means more hours outside.  Whether you are already cycling or thinking about starting up, we will be here all summer to help find the perfect bike, running shoes, or swimming gear for you. or for any tune ups on your existing bike.  Summer also means the rise of triathlons.  For a list of triathlons in Kentuckiana, visit http://www.trifind.com/ky.html.
 

Summer Events
This month, every Monday night we will be hosting Mountain Bike Mondays as usual.  We will leave at 6pm out of VO2.  We will be following trails in Cherokee Park and Seneca Park.  Also on Mondays, we will be hosting Monday Night Yoga, available for athletes.  Yoga starts at 6:45pm.   On Wednesdays in May we will have our weekly Group Rides, leaving VO2 at 6:00pm.
 

Summer Hours

The first Tuesday after Memorial Day, May 26^th, our summer hours begin.  We will be open 10am-9pm every day to help serve all of your athletic needs! 

Wild In Waverly
The next race in the KY Point Series will be Sunday, June 7^th.   It will be at 4800 Waverly Park Rd., with the first race beginning at 10:00am.  For more information, visit www.kypointseries.com.

August 2014 News & Notes

Basic Bike Maintenance 101 

Join us at the shop on Saturday, August 16 to learn some basic bike maintenance tips.  This 101 class is from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.  

There is no cost to attend Basic Bike Maintenance 101, but class size is limited, so please call 502-290-7433 to reserve your spot.

We will have complimentary coffee and bagels for you to enjoy too!

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Ironman Louisville



Of course you already know that Ironman Louisville is this month! The 2014 race is Sunday, August 24. We will be continuing our open water swim nights at Tumbleweed on the river each Monday until August leading up to the race.Our last practice will be Monday, August 18. 

This is also the time to bring in your bike for any last minute maintenance. We're happy to take care of any Ironman special needs you may have, but please try to get them to us by Sunday, August 10. 

Good luck to all the triathletes competing in the 2014 Ironman Louisville race!

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Reminders

Red Zone Cycling will be holding an interest meeting on Sunday, August 10 at 5:30 at the shop. We will also be grilling out that evening, so come hungry!

Don't forget, we are open until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays! 

Ladies' Only Rides are scheduled to begin again in early September. Meet at the shop on Mondays by 6:15 p.m. 

Sometimes Mother Nature has a mind of her own. If you're unsure if a group ride, run, or practice is happening, give us a call at 502.290.7433. Or check out our Facebook  and Twitter for updates. And in the know about all VO2 Multisport happenings by checking our online calendar!

 

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Cyclocross Season is Here!



Cyclocross practice will start up again on Wednesdays evenings at Eva Bandman Park at 5:30. The first practice of the 2014 season is August 13. Practices will run through October. Come in and see us before next week's practice for a bike tune up, new gear and more. We're here to assist you in any way we can! 

July 2014 News & Notes

Tour De France Viewing Party

Tour De France kicked off on July 5 and will conclude on July 27. We'll be hosting a viewing party at the shop from 9:00am until noon each Monday - Saturday during the race. We'd love for you to join us!

Summer Reminders

In case you haven't heard we are now open until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays! 

We also have several group rides and runs that go out each week.  Call the shop at 502.290.7433 or check our Facebook and Twitter for updates. Stay up-to-date on all VO2 Multisport happenings by checking our online calendar too!

Ironman Louisville





Ironman Louisville is just over a month away! The 2014 race is Sunday, August 24. We're at Tumbleweed on the river each Monday for Mudstache Monday. This is a great open water swim opportunity for anyone training for Ironman Louisville. Be sure to stop in VO2 Multisport for all your swim, run, bike needs!

Gearin' Up for Cyclocross Season

We're gearin' up for the start of the cyclocross season! Now is the perfect time to get your cycolcorss bike tuned up. Come in and see us for a tune up, or if you just need some new gear. We're here to assist you and answer any questions you may have about cyclocross!

5 Ways to Stay Hydrated

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1) Chia seeds

Yes, they are related to the Chia pet! Chia seeds hold 9-10 times more water to help hydrate during this extremely hot weather.  Add chia seeds in your water to insure hydration. Warning: Chia seeds are extremely small so they may get stuck in your teeth.

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2) Coconut water

Coconut water is actually a natural source of electrolytes and can be picked up at any store near you. Although its best used after intense workout coconut water can also be used to promote heart health!

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3) Fruits and veggies with high water content 

Of course you have heard of watermelon, celery, lettuce and cucumber having huge H2O intake but did you know that star fruit, broccoli, baby carrots, and spinach have huge water intake as well? Stock up on all your fruits and veggies this summer not only to get healthy but hydrated.

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4) Soups & Smoothies

With the above fruits and veggies in mind, you can either eat them raw or get creative with your meals. Make fruit smoothies in the morning to get your water intake for the first half of the day, then finish off the end the day with a vegetable soup to hydrate throughout the night.

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5) Herbal Teas

Not a big fan of drinking water? Need a bit more flavor but with the benefits of water? Herbal Teas without caffeine make a great substitute for water yet still hydrates. Peppermint and Chamomile Tea are great places to start on your hydrating adventures.