Tuesday, October 5, 2010

CX Begins!


Fall has fallen and the CX bikes have come out of the closet for one of the most fun seasons of the year... cyclocross season! We had a teaser last month with Folsom Cyclebration, but now the local series is beginning and we (the local CX crowds) are getting stoked. Sac CX is offering 8 races this year, more than we've seen in quite sometime. The Bay Area Super Prestige races begin the weekend after in Oakland, so collectively, we've got a lot to keep us busy for the next few months.

Mad Cat is hosting the first race of the Sac Series and it will be held at Renfree Field on Auburn Blvd this Saturday, 10/9, from 9:30-3pm. come on out and take a gander if you're unsure as to what this CX stuff is all about. Mad Cat and Team Mad Cat have become increasingly passionate about cross over the past few years and this season should be amazing.

I'll try to post up on our blog a little more frequently as time allows. If you get a minute, check in at our FB page and you'll get more frequent content. :-)

Power to the pedal!

Monday, May 17, 2010

Last Chance to VOTE for Mad Cat!!!

I apologize in advance for the bulk email, (especially if you've already
voted) but the KCRA A-List Poll is closing this Friday. We'd like to
thank your for your support as we try to win "Best Bike Shop" for 2010.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE vote if you haven't already done so, and encourage
your friends and family to do the same. I/we appreciate your vote!
Click here to vote now:
http://kcra.cityvoter.com/mad-cat-bicycles/biz/23553
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A word from the Mad Cat Himself...
Mad Cat Bicycles is well into it's 6th year of business and I'd like to
thank all of our loyal customers for your business that has lead to our
success. In this economy, I understand the need for competitive prices
and great service, which is why we continually try to adapt and stay
competitive and unique, offering services that can't be found in every
shop. Stay tuned with our offerings over the next few months and we'll
hopefully continue to dazzle your cycling senses with some fun and
entertaining offerings. As someone who was born and raised in
Sacramento, I appreciate your willingness to shop with us and support
locally owned businesses. Your choice to "shop local" makes a
difference and I thank you for choosing Mad Cat.
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Here's a teaser of what's Coming up:
-Team Mad Cat Bicycle Swap (June 13th) www.sacbikeswap.com
-Giant Bicycles Women's Night (June 10th)
-Giant Bicycles Women's Ride (Road and Mountain - June 12th)
-Wheelbuilding Class (Date TBD)
-Summer Cyclocross Clinics

Forward to your friends and encourage their support. We need your vote
to win!!!


-Mike "Papa Cat" Upchurch

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Mike Upchurch
Owner
Mad Cat Bicycles
916.488.8588 v
916.488.8595 f
2645 Marconi Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821

www.madcatbikes.com
http://madcatbikes.blogspot.com/
Twitter: madcatmike

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Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Annadel Goodness


There's a hidden jewel in the MTB jewelry box that is called Annadel State Park. Most riders who are "riders" in the passionate sense, have ridden in this Norcal pleasure palace, but I dare to say that it's still one of the lesser known hotspots on the map.

I personally became introduced to the park in 1992, shortly after the purchase of my first mountain bike. We rolled out of The Bike Peddler in Santa Rosa and immediately hit the trails up the street. At the time, I wasn't aware of how awesome Annadel was because I nothing to compare it to from a mountain biker's perspective. Now, some 18 years later, it's become one of my favorite riding destinations.

Yesterday, a "Pride" of Cats made the pilgrimage over to ride. 22 Mad Cats and 6 hours of singletrack goodness. Awesome climbs, awesome views, redwoods, mud, sweat and tears. Very few mechanicals, very little blood drawn, and many good memories and smiles to go around. The day didn't end at the parking lot... Russian River Brewing had a table with our name on it.

IF you haven't yet witnessed this Norcal goodness, I recommend going with someone who knows the trails. If you want to put together a day of good flow and less pain, travel with someone who can help. Some trails are better run in one direction and one direction only... You'll see...
Oh, and if you are a single-speeder, you'll be in super-heaven if there is such a place, but you might gear-down a little.
Scale 1-10: 9+
Papa Mad Cat

Thursday, January 28, 2010

wow, what a winter it's been.. CX Nationals, Xmas, New Year and now it's almost Feb. WHERE HAS THE TIME GONE?? As a small business owner in these economic times, all I can say is THANK YOU to those who still frequent our shop and help us stay chuggin' along. Bike shops are not money makers and we are always squeaking by, but it's fun and I continue to push forward despite the economy. I'm personally excited about the season to come and I think the cycling community is going to thrive this year. I'm optimistic...
If you're taking time to read my blog, then hopefully you are coming in this weekend to snatch up some good deals. We moving inventory to pay bills.. our loss/your gain.

papa.