Schedule

2010 Schedule of Events

Friday, Nov 5, 2010 12:00n - 11:00pm Packet Pick-up Grand Traverse Resort & Spa 12:00n - 11:00pm Concessions Open Grand Traverse Resort & Spa 12:00n - 9:00pm Ice Cycle Expo Grand Traverse Resort & Spa Saturday, Nov 6, 2010 7:30am - 9:00am Late Iceman Packet Pick-up Downtown Kalkaska 7:30am - 9:00am Late Slush Cup Packet Pick-up Timber Ridge 9:00am ICEMAN START Downtown Kalkaska 9:00am SLUSH CUP START Timber Ridge 10:00am Food Tent opens Timber Ridge 10:00am First Slushie finishes Timber Ridge 10:30am First Iceman finishes Timber Ridge 11:00am First Bus to Kalkaska leaves Timber Ridge 2:30pm ICEMAN START - PROs Downtown Kalkaska 3:00pm SNO-CONE RACE Timber Ridge 4:00pm Pro's Arrive 6:00pm Last Bus to Kalkaska leaves Timber Ridge

Ice Cycle Expo

Iceman is proud to present Ice Cycle Expo, a consumer outdoor show held in con junc tion with the 2010 Iceman Cometh Challenge mountain bike race on Friday, November 5, 2010 at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa..

This year's Ice Cycle Expo will be held in the Governor's Hall along with packet pick-up.

The uniqueness of Ice Cycle Expo is a result of the calendar and that the show occurs on the cusp of the fall/winter season. In addition to bicycles and cycling prod ucts, camping equipment, outdoor clothing, car rack systems, and snowshoes will be on display and available for sale.

Last year 40 different sponsors and vendors displayed and/or sold their products over the course of the event weekend! Be sure to check out their booths for swag and the latest product information!

Sales are permitted and encouraged. Sales rep re sen ta tives are encouraged to sell their samples, one of a kinds, closeouts, demos, seconds, and even prototypes that have accumulated in the basement so there will be some wheelin' and dealin' going on!!! Don't miss this once a year buying opportunity!

Iceman Promotions will make a $25 donation to IMBA for each Ice Cycle Expo space sold.

Come and Get It at Mt. Holiday Ski Area!

The Midwest's last remaining nonprofit ski and snowboard hotspot is serving up deliciousness to Iceman riders and their guests to help support the next generation of skiers, snowboarders … and even Iceman riders.

Whether you ride the Iceman or the Niceman, chances are your appetite won't know the difference. That's why Iceman riders are heading to Mt. Holiday Ski Area for good things to eat both pre- and post-race. And did you know that every dollar you spend with Mt. Holiday during Iceman helps support kids in the Grand Traverse region? Our nonprofit ski and snowboard facility has special "skierships" for kids in need.

So come dine hillside in our 1950s-era refurbished lodge with your family and friends! Not only are you doing your body some good with our fresh, homemade meals, you are also supporting the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts.

Iceman Spaghetti Dinner Friday, November 5, 5pm-9pm at Mt. Holiday Ski Area, 3100 Holiday Road, Traverse City $10 all you can eat; $5 kids under 12 years old Meet up with your friends and fuel your body with delicious pasta topped with house-made, slow-simmered Italian sauce. We offer meat and vegetarian options. Sides include hot garlic bread and fresh Italian mixed greens. Price includes soda, tea, and coffee; cash bar features local brews from Right Brain Brewery.

Iceman White Chicken Chili Saturday, November 6, 11am – race close at Timber Ridge Resort under the beer tent $5 a bowl After working so hard, give your body the fuel it needs with our specialty: White Chicken Chili. We also offer a delicious traditional chili that features the hearty flavors of beef and special spices. Riders will get a generous bowl and equally generous hunk of bread for dipping.

Iceman Rider Breakfast Sunday, November 7, 7am – 10am at Mt. Holiday Ski Area, 3100 Holiday Road, Traverse City $10 all you can eat breakfast buffet; $5 kids under 12 years old Who needs lines when you're eager to get on the road to home? Come to Mt. Holiday first thing and fuel up with our dark roast coffee, fluffy scrambled eggs, roasted diced potatoes tossed with cheddar cheese and onions, pancakes hot off the griddle, and fresh fruit. You can't beat the price and we guarantee you are in and out in a jiffy.

For Friday and Sunday reservations (which are not necessary but highly encouraged), please email Becky Kalajian at kalajian@charter.net. Any questions about the ingredients or events? Please call Michelle Konstanzer at 231-883-1424.

Protect A Vital Section Of The Iceman Course!

The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy has a unique opportunity to permanently protect a small piece of land in Kalkaska that will create a permanent recreational corridor linking the Village of Kalkaska to the Pere Marquette State Forest (see map.) The racecourse of the Iceman Cometh has crossed this property since the current owners graciously granted permission to do so. Potential future development of this property could significantly re-route the race course back to the "Southern Route" that some riders may remember—three miles of pavement and a huge sand pocket.

The State of Michigan has agreed in principal to purchase the property and will contribute a significant portion of the purchase price. The Conservancy has agreed to raise the balance needed to cover the purchase price and other project-related costs. They still need to raise $25,000 by the end of the year, to seal this deal. Steve Brown, founder of the Iceman Cometh, has agreed to match all gifts up to $10,000 to help reach this goal.

"The one logistical parameter that allows Iceman to happen each year, and what makes it so unique from other events around the country is that the Pere Marquette State Forest basically extends from the Village of Kalkaska to the east side of Traverse City. Now we have an opportunity to ensure that the State Forest will be contiguous right up to the Village," said Brown.

Your generous donation will help protect this critical connector, and impact the gateway to miles of existing trails and potential new trails for all types of recreational enthusiasts including snowmobilers, hikers, and equestrians.

"It's about getting outside, getting dirty and connecting with nature in a way you can't find anywhere else," said Mike Okma, Easement Steward for Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and local cyclist.

You can help make it happen! To donate to this project visit the Conservancy's website at www.gtrlc.org and select "Kalkaska Connector" on the donation page. If you have questions, please contact Matt McDonough, Director of Land Protection for the Conservancy, also a local cyclist, at 231-922-1245.

Win a Subaru Dream Vacation!!!

Subaru gets it. Subaru understands the active mountain bike lifestyle and your thirst for adventure. That's why you have an opportunity to win an all inclusive dream mountain bike holiday, courtesy of Subaru. As an Iceman or Meijer Slush Cup participant (18 and older), you will automatically be entered into a random drawing for this magnificent prize. Imagine yourself and a friend picking and choosing between adventures in Colorado, Utah, California, Washington, Arkansas, or maybe even Iceland, New Zealand, or Costa Rica. The hardest part of trip will be deciding where to go!

Hermosa Tours in Durango, Colorado will be your host for this once in a lifetime vacation. Step off the plane and only wonder if your camera is charged and about the temperature of your beer (they'll make sure it's cold). Hermosa Tours prides itself on providing the relaxing comfort of distinct handpicked accommodations and zero-hassle personalized white glove service.

Hermosa knows all of the best rides in each destination. It also allows for a lot of flexibility. You finished your ride early today and want to keep riding? No problem; load up and bite off a little more. Hermosa Tours has scouted their destinations for not only the "classics", but also the hidden gems that you simply will not find in any guidebook.

After each day's guided ride you'll return to a hot shower, some hot tub time, perhaps a massage, definitely a delightful meal, and a warm bed. This is not a bike trip. This is your fantasy mountain bike vacation. Ride hard. Relax. Repeat.

The winner of this extravaganza will be announced at approximately 3:00 PM on Saturday November 6th just before the start of the Meijer Sno-Cone races.

Hermosa Tours offers guided single day and multi-day mountain bike tours in Colorado, Utah, California, Washington, Arkansas and several international destinations.

The Earth isn't disposable.

Neither is a Subaru

The Outback may be uniquely designed for getting out there, but at Subaru, they've put just as much emphasis on not leaving it out there. They work diligently to cut waste before the car ever rolls out of the factory. In 2004, Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (SIA) became the first manufacturing facility to reach zero landfill status - nothing from its manufacturing efforts ever goes into a landfill. Subaru facilities in Japan have achieved similar goals in reusing and recycling. And because clear skies are just as important as clean landscapes, the Outback is one of the few SUV's to achieve Partial Zero Emission Vehicle - PZEV - Status. It achieves such cleanliness without the negative environmental impact required to manufacture many vehicles with battery-based drive systems, and without compromising performance and versatility.

Subaru builds each of their vehicles with highest standards of manufacturing, and with designs that are inherently tough and resilient. It's why their cars excel in the extreme rigors of rally racing. And why 95% of al the vehicles they've built in the 10 years are still on the road today. It's also why Subaru owners are so likely to stay Subaru owners for years and years. What's more, keeping Subarus on the road means they stay out of landfills longer. If they can make the world a cleaner and greener place while making cars that inspire and motivate their drivers, they've done their job.

Love. it's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Interview with Travis Ott, Brand Manager, Trek's Gary Fisher Collection

Travis, rumors have been flying all summer. Just what is going over on there in Waterloo?
Basically, instead of operating Gary Fisher as a completely stand alone brand that was completely separate from Trek, we have integrated Gary Fisher into the Trek brand as a special collection.

Why? Fisher has always made great bikes.
Yes it has. And that's the main reason why we realigning Fisher within Trek. We wanted to make all of those great Fisher bikes available to more people. Trek's distribution allows us to get these bikes into three times the number of shops and put 29ers, Dual Sports, etc underneath more riders. It's about getting Gary's ideas to more people.

Was this your idea?
No. I can't take credit for this. A bunch of people smarter than myself were able to recognize the untapped potential with the Gary Fisher line and figured out this new strategy. I helped shape and implement it. I am very excited about how this will fast track Gary's ideas to market.

So does this mean you still have a job?
Yes, in fact, I am very busy right now. I just got off the phone with our Trek representative in Japan getting things squared away for our introduction of the bikes in Japan. The international market is a huge new arena for the Fisher Collection. While most Iceman riders fully appreciate the advantages of a 29" mountain bike wheel, our friends in many international markets are just coming around to 29ers.

What does it mean for the 2011 Fisher collection of bikes?
This is probably our strongest, most complete lineup ever. Every bike has a really compelling reason for being. There is a completely redesigned carbon 29er hardtail Superfly, new women specific 29ers, lower priced 29ers, more full-suspension 29er models, and our popular road bike, Cronus is now available in a women's specific design. One of my favorites, a retro-inspired steel 29er called Sawyer, that features a twin top tube. Oh, and for all the crossers, we have a new carbon cyclocross bike, Cronus CX. It rocks!

Okay, you've piqued my interest... what's new with the 2011 Superfly Elite?
We took a bike that was already considered the best carbon 29er hardtail and using lessons learned and some new technology dialed it up even further. We borrowed technology from the Superfly 100 (dual-suspension carbon 29er) and the Cronus (carbon road bike) to make the ultimate XC hardtail. So you have the robustness and stiffness that comes from a tapered headtube, integrated BB95 bottom bracket and a new dropout that takes a lot of weight out of the rear triangle. A new FCC (Fisher Control Column) front hub creates a new flex-free front end that chews through technical terrain without flinching. We've also gone to 100mm of front suspension and 10-speed drivetrains. In addition, the Superfly will be available in two models. The Superfly Elite features a SRAM X.0 drivetrain with all the best bits and then the Superfly has a SRAM X.9 drivetrain. This bike has already been on the podium a number of times. Heather Irmiger took the US National Marathon title on this bike and Willow Koerber has rode the new Superfly to several World Cup podiums.

One concern I've heard from a number of people is that the bikes will lose their sense of identity in the future.
They still have Gary's name on them, so they're still going to be flush with style and uniqueness. Everyone involved with Fisher Collection bikes has an even clearer vision now to provide unique bikes that complement the Trek lineup. You'll see even more leading-edge bikes from Gary as a result of this.

Ice Cross 2010

Once again in 2010, Twin Bays Racing is offering a full slate of four cross races in the Traverse City area. Each of the events will be staged in conjunction with a festival hosting up to 3,000 spectators. The first three events will be part of Microbrew and Music Festivals. Ice Cross, our feature race, will be held on Sunday November 7th (the day after the Iceman Cometh Challenge) at Timber Ridge.

We refer to cross races as "60 Minutes of Mayhem" as they usually include loud music, exciting race action replete with spills, thrills and incredible athleticism, thousands of clanging cowbells, great beer, demonstrative fans and world-class tailgating after the races.

Our first event, The "Right Brain Barrel Buster", August 27th, promises to be a wild and crazy evening as riders will be able to demonstrate their skills in front of an appreciative audience of over 3,000 participants in the Traverse City Microbrew and Music Festival. The course will be at the Grand Traverse Commons grounds including asphalt, grass, lots of dirt, 7 concrete steps up and through Building 60, evading beer barrels on the course and a variety of natural and manmade barriers. World-class music and 150 microbrews promise a very memorable evening.

On October 2nd, our second race of the four will be at Timber Ridge Resort in conjunction with a Microbrew & Music Fund Raiser for the Father Fred Foundation. Once again, great brewskis and music will help fuel a dynamic audience. The challenging course will include a large sandpit, a water hazard and a variety of surfaces.

Our most spectacular event promises to be the "Haunted Halloween Challenge" staged at the Grand Traverse Resort on Oct. 30th. The race will feature crazy costumes, great microbrews and the most bizarre barriers you have ever seen on a racecourse. The evening will include a rowdy Music & Microbrew party. The course will consist of a start/finish on a paved private road within the resort that will be closed for the races. You will race on cinders, cart paths, mowed scrub, through a sand pit and will include sharp uphill, downhill and side hill sections. Rider costumes are strongly recommended.

A new feature of the Twin Bays races in 2010 is that every rider will be eligible to win either a Cannondale or Slingshot cross bike frame set valued at $1,000 each. The frame sets will be awarded at the conclusion of the Ice Cross on Nov. 7th.

And then there's Ice Cross on November 7th! The day after Iceman seems like a cruel time to organize a cross race but there's some method to our madness. What better way to detoxify your body and get moving again after a hard race and harder partying than more racing and more partying?

WARNING: Cyclocross can be addictive! Try it and you might quickly adopt a new fall sport. To treat your addiction checkout: www.TwinBaysRacing.com or call (231)941-7050.