La Voix August 2021
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The La Verne Grand Prix, sponsored by La Grange, huge success!
LG Cup #2: The 500M Sprint! August 8th.
RACING NEWS: Tina and Taisha Win @ The La Verne Grand Prix
RACING NEWS: Papo podiums @ The La Verne Grand Prix
All-Clubs Community Ride: RECAP
Raymond's Birthday Ride with LABA: RECAP
La Verne Grand Prix: Bikes+Brews+Music
La Grange and Majestic Cycling’s inaugural La Verne Grand Prix was a rousing success. La Grange had podiums by Tina Grant, Taisha Walker, and Papo Panganiban. The course was exciting and challenging and seemed to be enjoyed by the racers. A few things that made this race unique is we had a beer garden sponsored by Worthy Brewing and Old Stump Brewing. The garden gave folks a place to chill, hang out, and have a beer. The afternoon/evening race format lent itself to the beer garden but we also had nighttime fixie bike racing that was just insane! Cash payouts in all categories, courtesy of Agnew/ Brusavich, made for dynamic racing. Lastly, having live music from Shaman Cult was a joy. Their groovy jazz/chill/funk, complete with a psychedelic light show, was a perfect end to great day! Check out the pictures below.
Special thanks to our following sponsors
who helped make the LVGP a unique and successful event.A bonus video of the light show of Shaman Cult.
The LG Sprint is coming!
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RACING NEWS
Tina and Taisha: 1st and 1st in 3/4/5 @ La Verne!
Cat 3: Captain Tina Grant
Cat 4/Novice: Taisha Walker
Full Race filmed by Tina Grant.
Papo Panganiban fights to 2nd @ The LVGP
La Verne Grand Prix Cat 5 Race Report
This was my 1st Majestic crit race. I’ve done CBR a couple of times but this one was special because I’m representing La Grange, the first team that I joined when I first came here to the US. Before the race I already knew who to watch for a breakaway, sprints, and so on. My goal for the race was to stay up and avoid a crash. I’ve had some decent results in the past so I really wanted to win. On the last few laps, I knew I needed to go to the front to contest the sprint. It was a fight getting the best wheel since a lot of people knew me already and wouldn’t let me in. On the last turn, I was 3rd wheel and sprinted to 2nd place. Overall, I was very happy with my finish. Thank you to all the organizers. It’s an honor representing VCLG. Thanks for reading.
— Papo
JULY EVENTS RECAP
All-Clubs_LA Community Ride
It was a lovely day on the bike with the All-Clubs_LA group. We had a huge turnout of several hundred people from all walks of life. Numerous clubs were represented and smiles abounded as we rode in fraternity and respect. We should all be grateful for Ken Vinson and this wonderful group of riders. Velo Club La Grange is proud to be part of such an inclusive and diverse cycling community. (photos by Jaycee Cary)
Raymond’s Birthday Ride with LABA
We had a great turnout at the annual Raymond’s Birthday ride! We started the day with an introduction to the young folks from La Bike Academy. Kudos to LABA founder, Damon Turner, for empowering these young folks with cycling and life skills. Velo Club La Grange was proud to present LABA with a check for $580 to help them with their mission.
The Nichols ride was the usual throwdown. There was good-time suffering had by all. The ride finished with free crepes, coffee, and croissants. New friends were made and old friends reunited. Raymond’s daughter, Zizi Fouquet Howell, brought some awesome pictures of Raymond’s life and shared many a story. Thanks, Zizi! We are proud to honor Raymond and his French heritage. (most photos by Tina Grant)
Support Our Sponsors
Agnew/Brusavich:
Bike Injury Law Firm
If you’ve been injured while riding a bike or just have a question about your rights as a bike rider, call Gerry Agnew at 310-928-9081. He will give you a prompt and honest assessment of your situation.
Apex Law:
General Law Firm
For the rest of your legal challenges, try Tom at Apex Law (310) 230-5280. La Grange members receive free initial consultations for Real Estate, Commercial, Environmental, Financial, and Insurance legal matters.
New Members
Please welcome our new members who joined in June 2021!
Daniel H., David H., Alfie S., Gerry A., Kevin C., Matt W., Philip K., Christa S., Drew P., Andrew J., Robert F., and Max K.
And a hearty welcome back to returning members, Susanne B. and Frank T.
Welcome, everyone! We are happy to have you.
LG Event Calendar for August
This calendar is where you’ll find all of our upcoming events IN ONE PLACE. You’ll find both LG On-Bike and Off-Bike events as well as non-LG events. Check it out and bookmark it! Here is the schedule for August!
August 7 – Tour de Big Bear
August 8 – LG Cup #2: The 500M Sprint
August 11 – LG Board Meeting
August 22 – Majestic Ontario Crit
August 2 – LG50 Ride, sponsored by TriFit LA
Have an event you would like to add? Send a request to Sam at sam.selfridge@lagrange.org