November 2010

11/29/2010

Bike Diva's 2010 Race Season Recap

ABOVE: Lynn Smythe, AKA the Bike Diva, racing up William Powell Bridge on the Rickenbacker Causeway, at one of the Mack Cycle Trilogy sprint duathlons held on Key Biscayne, Florida.

Race Bike Diva Race

From time-to-time I like to compete in a few cycling, running and multi-sport events. Duathlons, which are a run-bike-run format, are my favorite type of race. Of the 22 events I participated in this year, 13 of the races were duathlons. Here's a listing of awards that have been bestowed upon the Bike Diva during the 2010 race season.

Above: Lynn Smythe, AKA the Bike Diva, with her 2010 Miami Man finishers medal and second place age group giraffe trophy.

Bike Diva's 2010 Awards and Accolades

2/07/10 - Butterfly Run - 5k - USATF 5th place women 45-49.
4/03/10 - Egg Hunt PFFW - sprint duathlon - USAT 2nd place women 45-49.
4/25/10 - West Palm Beach Race Series - 15k time trial - USAC 5th place women 45-54.
5/02/10 - Tri Miami - Olympic distance duathlon - USAT 1st place women 45-49.
5/23/10 - Singer Island PFFW - sprint duathlon - USAT 2nd place women 45-49.
6/05/10 - Multirace.com - sprint duathlon - USAT 3rd place female masters overall.
6/13/10 - West Palm Beach Race Series - 15k time trial - USAC 3rd place women 45-54.
6/20/10 - Mack Cycle Trilogy #1 - sprint duathlon - USAT 1st place women 45-49.
7/04/10 - Independence Day PFFW - sprint duathlon - USAT 4th place women 45-49.
7/18/10 - Mack Cycle Trilogy #2 - sprint duathlon - USAT 1st place women 45-49.
8/15/10 - Mack Cycle Trilogy #3 - sprint duathlon - USAT 1st place women 45-49.
8/28/10 - Metro PCS - sprint duathlon - USAT 3rd place female masters overall.
9/05/10 - Miami Beach Classic - mid distance duathlon - USAT 5th place women 45-49.
9/19/10 - Mack Cycle Bonus Round - sprint duathlon - USAT 2nd place women 45-49.
10/10/10 - Tradition PFFW Championship - sprint duathlon - USAT 2nd place women 45-49.
11/14/10 - Miami Man - 1/2 Ironman duathlon - USAT 2nd place women 45-49.
11/20/10 - 24th Annual Delray Turkey Trot - 5k - USATF 6th place women 45-49.

Above: Bike Diva's Mack Cycle Triology points series award.

Point Series Awards

In addition to the individual events I competed in, I also participated in two points series. If you completed at least 4 of the 9 Publix Family Fitness events, you qualified for the points series for those races. And if you completed at least 3 of the 4 Mack Cycle races, you qualified for the points series for those races.

I did 6 of the Publix Family Fitness sprint duathlons, and placed 1st place women 45-49 in that points series. I raced in all 4 of the Mack Cycle sprint duathlons, and placed 3rd female masters overall in that points series. Female masters are the top three fastest duathletes over 40 years old - AWESOME!

Above: Bike Diva's Publix Family Fitness points series award.

Other Bike Diva Events

I did a total of 22 races and events this year. As you can see in table at the beginning of this post, I won an award at 15 of those events. The remaining events were either not races, such as the Intracoastal Waterway Century bike ride, or running only events, where I am no where near the podium. I like to race against me, myself and I, so as long as I'm about the same or improving compared to my last race, I'm pretty happy with all of my results.

Above: Bike Diva's 2009 and 2010 Miami Man finishers medals and animal trophies.

Miami Man

This years Miami Man 1/2 Ironman duathlon, which was a 1mile run - 56 mile bike - 13.1 mile run event, was a huge improvement for me. I raced Miami Man for the first time last year, with an total time of 6 hours 50 minutes and 59 seconds which was good enough for 3rd place masters overall. This year my time was 6 hours 1 minute 36 seconds, a huge improvement of 49 minutes and 23 seconds!

Above right: Bike Diva on the podium at 2010 Miami Man.

Although my finishing time was much better this year, it was only good enough for 2nd place in my age group. There were a lot more people competing in the duathlon this year at Miami Man. I was really happy with my improvement over last year. I've lost a few pounds since last year, started meeting with a personal trainer three times per week, to work on upper body and core strength, and did a whole lot more biking and running compared to last year.

Above: Bike Diva information booth at the South Florida Bike Expo.

Bike Diva's Sponsors

I'd like to give a shout out to all of my sponsors that helped me out during the 2010 race season:

Aquaphor
Brooks
Fluid
Lock Laces
Mission Skincare
Motor Tabs
Rudy Project
Sock Guy
Sugoi

Above: The Bike Diva at the 24th Annual Delray Beach Turkey Trot. Although I am not a very fast runner, this was a 5k PR for me with an official finish time of 27:22.

2011 Race Season

It's a little too early to know what my race schedule will be for 2011. I know that Miami Man is scheduled for November 13, and I plan on doing the 1/2 Iron distance duathlon again. I want to improve my Tri Miami Olympic distance duathlon time, I finished with a time of 3:08 this year and want to be able to go sub 3 hours at that event in 2011. Tri Miami was held in May this year, but they haven't posted up the date for 2011. I will most likely compete in many of the south Florida Multirace.com duathlons, like I did this year, and am waiting for them to post up the schedule.

Above: Team in Training logo.

Team in Training

We are trying to get our local chapter of Team in Training to participate in the Honolulu century ride. That is a 100 mile road bike ride which takes place on the Hawaiian island of Oahu in the month of September. Team in Training is the main fundraising program for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. In the past 5 years, my husband and I have participated in 5 century bike rides with our local TNT chapter, and have raised over $22,000 for the society during that time.

Contact Bike Diva

I would love to hear about your 2010 race season and/or any plans you have for the 2011 race season. Leave a comment at the end of this blog post, or send me an email: .

Take care,
Lynn Smythe AKA the Bike Diva

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Posted by Lynn Smythe on 11/29/2010 at 10:37 AM in Athletic Sponsorship, Bike Diva News, Bike Diva Sponsors, Bike Racing, Non Profit Charities, Road Biking, Running, Time Trials, Triathlons & Duathlons | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

11/12/2010

Giant Anthem Bicycle Recall

Giant Recalls Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

PR Newswire

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2010

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of product: 2011 Model Year Anthem Giant Bicycles

Units: About 370

Importer: Giant Bicycle Inc., of Newbury Park, Calif.

Manufacturer: Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Taiwan

Hazard: The frame can crack at the junction of the seat post and top tube, posing a fall hazard to riders.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves 2011 model year Giant Anthem X 29er 1, 2 and 3 model bicycles. The bicycles were sold in small, medium and large. "Giant" and the model name are printed on the bicycle.

Sold by: Authorized Giant Bicycle dealers nationwide during August 2010 for between $2,200 and $3,500.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact any authorized Giant Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Giant Bicycle toll-free at (866) 458-2555 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.giant-bicycles.com.

Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11038.html

CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx.

Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 458-2555

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

CONTACT: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Media Contact, +1-301-504-7908

Web Site: http://www.cpsc.gov

Posted by Lynn Smythe on 11/12/2010 at 12:23 PM in Bicycle Recalls, Mountain Biking, Press Releases | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

11/05/2010

Tour de Broward 2011

On February 27th, 2011 Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital will host its 2^nd Annual ANF Tour de Broward presented by zMotion - ride, run, walk for Joe's Kids!

Enjoy a healthy day at Miramar Regional Park and become part of history as we raise money to build Broward County’s only free-standing children’s hospital! In addition we will have great food, kids’ activities, and entertainment throughout the afternoon on
February 27, 2011.

About Tour de Broward

The Tour de Broward will take place on February 27, 2011 at Miramar Regional Park. The day will consist of a 50k & 100k bike ride, 5k timed run, 3K family walk, spin-a-thons and our new addition – The Power of Play Kid Zone. Our goal is to have an event that involves everyone, creating the ultimate family, fun day! Visit our website at www.tourdebroward.com to learn more about the event.

Miramar Regional Park
16801 Miramar Parkway
Miramar, FL 33027

The Tour de Broward offers walkers, runners, cyclists and spinning enthusiasts a chance to enjoy beautiful South Florida weather while helping to ensure world-class healthcare is available for families and children for generations to come. People from all fitness levels are invited to join us.

This year, all the proceeds from the Tour de Broward will be applied to the "Dreams" unit of the new hospital that cares specifically for children diagnosed with cancer. Help us reach our goal of raising $275,000 for this very special unit in our new facility.

Tour de Broward creates an excellent opportunity to put your name on a building campaign that includes pediatric cancer treatment, open heart surgery and end stage renal disease. Let’s do this TOGETHER…step by step, wheel by wheel, brick by brick…. Believe you can make a difference!

Tour de Broward Kick Off Celebration

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital would like to invite you to join us at the kick off event for the 2^nd Annual ANF Tour de Broward presented by zMotion – Ride, Run, Walk for Joe's Kids! The kick off will take place on Thursday, November 11, 2010 from 4pm – 7pm and will be hosted by the Crowne Plaza in Hollywood. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as we come together to support the building of the first and only freestanding children’s hospital in Broward County !

This year all proceeds from the Tour de Broward will be applied to the “Dreams” unit of the new hospital that cares specifically for children diagnosed with cancer. Please join us and learn how YOU can become a part of this historical event taking place right here in our community!

Posted by Lynn Smythe on 11/05/2010 at 06:00 AM in Bike Racing, Charity Bike Rides, Florida Bike Rides, Press Releases, Road Biking | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

11/04/2010

Jack the Bike Man's Cyclefest 2011

Downtown West Palm Beach Florida located in the new and wonderful City Commons Waterfront Park and along Flagler Drive

February 25, 26 and 27, 2011

Schedule of Planned Events:

Professional Sanctioned Criterium Bicycle Racing

Friday night under the lights, Saturday morning and evening and Sunday morning and evening

Beach Cruiser races on the same track as the Criterium

Saturday night is for Adults at City Commons Waterfront

A Bicycle Movie
Chopper bike contest
Freakbike Militia Ride with fun and games

Sunday, all day, in City Commons Waterfront Park

The PAL bike ride will pass by us. This is a fund raiser for Palm Beach County PAL
Many fun events for children and families
Family ride around the park, Best themed Family gets the prize
Tandem Bicycle race around the park
Tricycle, big and small, race around the park
Mexican Hat dance with BMX bicycles
Tall Bike Race
Ladies wearing a big hat riding a beach cruiser with a doggie in the basket
Art contests including best home painted bicycle. (Celebrity Judge)
School Students art contest for drawings of bicycles
Special events designed, named, promoted and produced by youth groups
Bicycle Shops in the area will have clinics on repair and maintenance of bikes
Bicycle shops will have special sizing of bicycles for each individual
Safety Council of the Palm Beaches will size Helmets
Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts will be given the tools to obtain Badges in cycling
Bicycle shops will hold Nutrition Information for the bicyclists
Manufacturers will have displays of bicycles and bike gear
Venders will set up tents around the park that are all bicycle, exercise and green related

For more information, Please contact Jack Hairston, Executive Director of

Jack the Bike Man, Inc. at c

Check our website for scheduling and continuous updates at www.jtbmcyclefest.org

Posted by Lynn Smythe on 11/04/2010 at 02:55 PM in Bike Racing, Crits & Circuit Races, Florida Bike Rides, Florida News, Press Releases, Road Biking | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)

11/02/2010

2010 Cocoa Beach Century Ride

Above: Palm Beach Team in Training bike jersey for the 2010 Intracoastal Waterway century ride.

2010 Cocoa Beach Century Ride

On Sunday, October 31, my husband and I participated in the 22nd annual Intracoastal Waterway Century Ride. This was a 102.5 mile bike ride which started and ended in historic Cocoa Village in Florida. The ride was hosted by the Space Coast Freewheelers bicycle club.

Above: Participants lined up and ready to start the Cocoa Beach century ride, in front of the Cocoa Civic Center.

Historic Cocoa Village

It was a nice day for a ride. The ride started at 8 AM, in front of the Civic Center in historic Cocoa Village. Approximately 300 cyclists lined up for the start. Riders had the option to do a 14 or 28 mile ride, a 62 mile metric century ride (100 kilometers) or the full 100 mile century ride.

Although the forecast called for mild winds, there was quite a bit of wind out on the route, especially during the last few miles of the ride. The temperature ranged from 70 to 80 degrees, but because of the wind, and being in quite a bit of shade for the majority of the ride, the temperature was not too hot, and even a bit cool at times.

A total of 9 riders were on our team from the Palm Beach chapter of Team in Training. We all completed the 100 mile, actually 102.5 mile, full century ride. Our team consisted of 2 coaches, 1 mentor and 6 team members.

Above: the Cocoa Beach century ride was hosted by the Spacecoast Freewheelers.

Above: Left to right; Team in Training staff member Nicole Mercado Switzer, cycle coach Rob Smythe, team member Lynn Smythe (AKA the Bike Diva), cycle coach Bryan Merritt. Getting ready to cheer on the participants the night before the bike ride at the Team in Training pasta party.

Ride with Team in Training

The 2010 Cocoa Beach ride was the fifth century ride that my husband and I have done through the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program. TNT trains participants for a century bike ride, marathon or triathlon and in return, participants raise money for the society.

Above: Team photo, Palm Beach Team in Training 2010 Cocoa Beach cycle team. Top row left to right; Robert Smythe, Carlos Alvarenga, Alex Melkonian, Marc Julien, Bryan Merritt. Second row standing: Nicole Mercardo Switzer. Bottom row sitting left to right; Christine Maly, Micki Fetterman, Lynn Smythe (AKA the Bike Diva), Tami Young.

Here are the rides we've done through Team in Training:

2006 - 18th annual Intracoastal Waterway Century Ride - Cocoa, Florida. My husband and I were both members of the cycle team.
2007 - 25th annual El Tour de Tucson - Tucson, Arizona. My husband and I were co-mentors of the cycle team.
2008 - 20th annual Intracoastal Waterway Century Ride - Cocoa, Florida. My husband coached, and I mentored the cycle team.
2009 - America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride - Tahoe, Nevada. I was a team member, and my husband co-coached the cycle team.
2010 - 22nd annual Intracoastal Waterway Century Ride - Cocoa, Florida. My husband co-coached the cycle team, and I was a team member.

Above: At the Bank America parking lot, waiting for the ride to start.

Century Ride Statistics

My saddle time was 6 hours and 5 minutes. My total time, including rest stops was 7 hours 42 minutes. So my in the saddle time average MPH was 16.9, but when you figure in the rest breaks the computer calculated a speed of only 13.3 MPH.

Above: The Bike Diva pulling into unofficial Team in Training rest stop, a big thank you to Nicole, for cheering us on; and to Scott, for filling up our water bottles!!!!!!

Why such a difference? This was not a bike race, charity bike rides are social events. Although you can hammer it out if you want to try and set a new land speed record, most cyclists goals on this type of ride are to simply have fun and take the time to stop for lots of photo opportunities. Some year I would like to see how fast I could actually do a century ride, but with my 1/2 Ironman duathlon coming up on November 14 at Miami Man, I knew the Cocoa Beach ride was NOT going to be a hammerfest for me.

Here is a link to all my century ride statistics, as recorded by my Garmin Forerunner 310XT multi sport computer.

Grab a Post Ride Snack

After completing the ride, Team in Training members checked in at the Cocoa Civic Center. This was to let TNT staff members know we had completed the ride and to collect our finishers medals and 100 mile century pins - got to love that bling! The Civic Center also had indoor plumbing - woo-hoo! After I loaded all my gear into our van, I went to the Civic Center to change out of my super stinky bike clothes.

Above: Lynn Smythe, AKA the Bike Diva, during the Cocoa Beach century ride.

The Spacecoast Freewheelers had a room set up with tables, chairs, pizza and ice cold soda. I'm normally not a pizza eater and soda drinker, but after riding 102.5 miles I was a bit tired of eating bananas, oranges, fig newtons, nutritional gels and electrolyte drink solution. So heck yeah, it was pizza and soda time. I burned a ton of calories during the ride, so dang, I definitely needed to top off the tanks and refuel with food!

Above: Table full of medals and 100 mile century pins, waiting for Team in Training members from the Palm Beach, South Florida and Central Florida chapters, after they cross the finish line.

Additional Information

Read about what hydration, nutrition and personal care products I take along on a typical century ride: Cocoa Beach Century Ride Care Packages.

Read my report of the 2008 20th annual Intracoastal Waterway Century Ride: Back From Cocoa Beach Century Ride.

Take care,
Lynn Smythe AKA the Bike Diva

Posted by Lynn Smythe on 11/02/2010 at 02:55 PM in Bike Diva News, Bike Racing, Bike Routes, Charity Bike Rides, Florida Bike Clubs, Florida Bike Rides, Florida News, Fund Raising Events, Non Profit Charities, Road Biking | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

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Tour de Broward 2011

On February 27th, 2011 Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital will host its 2nd Annual ANF Tour de Broward presented by zMotion - ride, run, walk for Joe's Kids!

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