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Jim Gray of Dickson, TN is taking home his dream Ti ride from MOOTS.
His donation to SORBA earned him a Limited Edition Moots Mooto-X YBB frame.
Happy Trails Jim!
March 28, 2009
Dirt, Sweat and Gears race promoters announced today that Jeremiah Bishop will make the journey from the West Virginia Hills on May 9th to test the mettle of the heavy hitters of the endurance world. “The competition is going to be great and since I have never done a 12 hour race it puts me into uncharted territory so it going to be an adventure,” said Bishop. Returning 2008 DSG champion and teammate Tinker Juarez promises to give Bishop a solid run for the money. And with the likes of Josh Tostado, Harlan Price and Brandon Draugelis the men’s solo race will be a battle royale.
An event high record $11,000 pro purse with $1500 going to first place in the men’s, women’s and SS Open categories will be up for grabs. The now legendary Schwag-O-Rama will be in full swing for the third year with $15,000 worth of complete bikes, frames, wheel sets and bike gear to be given away just for entering. Title Sponsor Moots Cycles of Steamboat has generously donated a handmade Ti frame that will go to one lucky soul on the night of May 9th. Each $10 donation to SORBA will be an opportunity to Take Home a Moots. The donations will in turn help SORBA with their mission in promoting land access, trail preservation and new trail development. It’s a win-win.
Come for the race and stay for the weekend. Friday the 8th will kick-off with the Trek/Gary Fisher demo truck on site from 10-4 on Friday, an autograph Q&A in the afternoon with the likes of Rebecca Rusch and Jeremiah Bishop as well as a Friday night 20” wheel TT – one bike, one lap on the infield. “I am stoked to check out Dirt Sweat and Gears because it’s an event that’s built up a great reputation as not only a great race but one with a festival atmosphere,” said Bishop. “Having a good time is what this sports all about right?”
Jeremiah Bishop (Monavie/Cannondale)- In addition to representing Monavie/Cannondale, Jeremiah is a twelve-time member of the USA Cycling National Team, which represents the USA at international competitions including Continental and World Championships, and the Pan American Games. As reigning USA National Marathon Mountain Bike Champion, Jeremiah excels in long-distance racing. He has won numerous endurance and “ultra” events including the Firecracker 50, the American Mountain Classic stage race, the Fools Gold 100, the Wilderness 101, and the Offroad Assualt on Mt Mitchell. He is a multi-time winner of the Shenandoah Mountain 100, a National Ultra Endurance Series classic, which takes place near his hometown of Harrisonburg, Virginia. http://www.jeremiahbishop.com.
March 14, 2009
Spring is in the air...
This year we’ve collaborated with Linus and the gang at Yazoo to bring you a one of a kind tulip pint glass form Nashville’s finest. Make sure to stop by the Tap Room when your in Nashville. If you live in the Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Birmingham or Huntsville areas make sure to pick up a 6er of your favorite to take home. Otherwise come sample a pint at DSG and see what the hub-bub is all about.
Jeanie and the staff at Vanderbilt Sports Medicine will once again be offering their expertise should anyone need their care at DSG. They’re fully staffed, locked, loaded and ready to attend to any of your medical needs at The Cotton Mill. Let’s hope for the best.
Bryan Bloebaum of Blue Tree Images will be the man behind the lens to capture the weekend’s images in all their glory. He’s got a few tricks up his sleeve. Just wait till you see what Bryan has to offer. The Revolutions Will Not Be Televised.
If you’ve signed your on the list. If you don’t have your spot, wait are you waiting for slacker?
March 9, 2009
Swiftwick Signs On For Two More Years of Revolutions
Fayetteville, Tennessee – March 04, 2009 – Dirt, Sweat and Gears race promoters announced today that Swiftwick International returns as co-title sponsor of this year’s 12 hour race. Swiftwick was a title sponsor of DSG for the first time in 2008 and their decision to sign a two year deal shows their continuing support for the cycling community. They’ll be offering a pair of their USA made, best in class merino socks to each participant, as well as introducing a few surprises on race weekend. “DSG is the perfect place for us to introduce our new line of performance products for the season,” said Swiftwick CEO, Mark Cleveland. “We are proud to partner with one of the marquee events on the racing calendar and support trail development in our own backyard.”
Not only is there a record high $11,000 pro purse with $1500 going to first place in each category, new partner Moots Cycles has also generously donated a handmade Ti frame that will go to one lucky soul on the night of May 9th. Each ten dollar donation to SORBA will be an opportunity to Take Home a Moots. The donations will in turn help SORBA with their mission in promoting land access, trail preservation and new trail development. SORBA Executive Director, Tom Sauret, says that “trail advocacy is hard work; it takes meetings, letters, negotiations and fundraising to get great trail single track built and the vast majority of mountain bike trail in the southeast exists because of the dedication of IMBA-SORBA volunteers.”
“This year is setting up to be a big one for both the DSG weekend and our trails. With Moots kicking in big-time, and top brands like Swiftwick and Ergon involved, we expect to have an incredibly memorable weekend, while we raise some serious money to support SORBA/IMBA,” said Grant Castle Co-Director of the big shindig. In an ongoing show of support, Ergon will again be offering a pair of Ergo GP1 grips to “Early Bird” SORBA/IMBA members who sign up for DSG. And if that’s not enough, all members will have a chance to win an Ergo BD2 pack at the race.
Dirt, Sweat and Gears – Dirt Sweat & Gears is a USAC Ultra Endurance Series 12 hr. Mountain Bike Race and Festival that takes place on the weekend of May 9th 2009 and has a family friendly atmosphere. Last year DSG hosted racers from 35 states competing for a $10,000 purse and walking away with over $15,000 of schwag including complete bikes, frames, and most importantly, great memories. For more information visit: www.dirtsweatandgears.com
Swiftwick International, LLC – Headquartered in Brentwood Tennessee, Swiftwick designs and manufactures long lasting performance wear in the state of Tennessee, great products sought after by sporting teams and individual competitors looking for an edge. Specializing in moisture wicking, compression socks and also arm warmers, the company makes a Performance Line and also Custom Products with team logos and colors, selected by coaches and endurance athletes involved in cycling, running, hockey, golf, lacrosse, wrestling, volleyball, basketball and other popular sports. For more information visit www.swiftwick.com
IMBA/SORBA – The Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association (SORBA), IMBA’s regional presence, is the largest nonprofit mountain biking organization in the Southeast. SORBA members work with land managers in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee to create trails and trail systems for mountain bikers and other users to enjoy. Through advocacy, education, and recreational opportunities, SORBA carries out its mission to promote land access, trail preservation, and new trail development in order to enhance mountain bike touring, racing, fun, and fellowship for all mountain bicyclists in the southeastern United States. For more information visit: www.sorba.org
March 1, 2009
Steamboat Springs, CO (January 15, 2009) – Moots Cycles and Dirt, Sweat & Gears announced today Moots’ two year commitment to sponsor the 2009 and 2010 Dirt, Sweat & Gears 12-hour endurance mountain bike race festival in Fayetteville, TN. Moots crew members will travel the 1,402 miles from their high altitude home in Steamboat Springs, CO to oxygen-rich Fayetteville, TN to partake both as partners and racers in one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing mountain bike events.
Scheduled for May 9, 2009, the third annual Dirt Sweat & Gears (DSG) race is on USA Cycling’s Mountain Bike National Ultra-Endurance Calendar. Last year’s DSG event drew 300 competitors from 31 states and Canada, including pros Nat Ross, Tinker Juarez, Josh Tostado, Rebecca Rusch and Pua Sawicki.
“Moots is psyched to team up with Dirt Sweat & Gears”, said Rob Mitchell, president of Moots Cycles. “Clay and Grant have created a competitive race environment while maintaining a grassroots flavor that allows all participants to be festive in a close, fun and tight-knit atmosphere. It’s an event we feel mirrors a lot of what Moots is about.”
Also known as “The Mountain Bike Shindig”, Dirt, Sweat & Gears is a weekend of activities for competitors, support crew, family, friends and fans. Festivities kick off on Friday, May 8 with a bike-lovers film and the not-to-be-missed 20” wheel nighttime time trial on the infield of the DSG racecourse.
Following Saturday morning’s Kiwanis Club’s Sunrise Breakfast, the 12-hour endurance race (aka the “Main Event”) begins promptly at 9:00 am with a LeMans start. Racers will battle one another and the clock for the next 12 hours over the 10+-mile fast, yet challenging course, gaining 1,500 ft. of elevation per lap.
Pro Men, Women and Single Speed Open classes will complete for an event-high $11,000 cash purse with equal payouts to both Men and Women of $1500, $1000 and $500 for first, second and third place finishes. Amateurs will pedal for more than $15,000 in prizes. Additionally, Moots has donated a mountain bike frame for the DSG raffle grand prize. Each $10.00 donation equals an opportunity to win the Moots frame with proceeds benefiting SORBA to help in their continuing efforts to provide trail accessibility for the Southeast mountain biking community.
“Moots’ pledge allows us to enhance the overall event for 2009 and 2010”, said Clay Higgins, DSG event promoter. “We’re excited to have a company with a rich cycling heritage onboard. We look forward to Moots bringing their one-of-a-kind titanium bikes and Rocky Mountain spirit to Fayetteville. I encourage everyone to come for the race and stay for the weekend!”
Festivities continue throughout race day with live music, a vendor village, random prize drawings and a kid’s race. A bonfire, BBQ and awards ceremony will immediately follow completion of the race. Camping and RV spots are available with port-o-lets, running water, trash collection and recycling.
Dirt, Sweat & Gears is a 12-hour endurance race and weekend festival in Fayetteville, TN. Now in its third year, the 2009 event is scheduled for May 9. DSG hosts 300+ racers from 31+ states. Pro riders compete for an $11,000 cash purse while amateur racers walk away with over $15,000 in prizes including frames and complete bikes.
Moots Cycles, based in Steamboat Springs, CO has been a respected leader in the cycling community for over 28 years. The company is known for hand building the finest quality titanium road, mountain, cross and commuter bikes, select parts and components from its facility in the Rocky Mountains. Moots bikes are enjoyed by cycling enthusiasts worldwide for their unsurpassed ride quality, attention to details and superior craftsmanship. Moots frames and parts are available from high-end specialty bike dealers throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. For more information on Moots, visit: www.moots.com.
