Whole Athlete-Specialized Cycling Team Wraps up Best Season Yet

What an amazing season 2012 has been for the Team: 

85 wins, including the first-ever US Junior Women's World Cup victory, four World Cup top-10s, multiple National Champions, seven ProXCT wins, four California State Champions, three Juniors named to the US World Championship Team, and countless podium appearances.

2012 US National medalists: Zach Valdez, Casey Williams, Tony Smith, Lucas Newcomb,
Kate Courtney, Marcus Segedin, & Josie Nordrum

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TEAM MISSION - ACCOMPLISHED

And while the results alone are impressive, the foundation of the team's success truly comes from its underlying mission of dedication, integrity and fun.

Dedication: Riders endure cold rain and hail during the team's January traning camp.

Integrity: Kate Courtney is the first-ever US Junior Woman to win a World Cup.

 

Fun: Cypress Gorry celebrates his Sea Otter Success.

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GIVING BACK

Giving back to the community and resources that sustain us is a key part of the team's mission and recipe for success. Each rider volunteers time to trail-work days, habitat restoration, and service to the community. 

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GRATITUDE

We would like to express our overwhelming gratitude to the program's 2012 sponsors. Your generosity and support have been fundamental to the team's success. Thank you!! 

Whole Athlete

Specialized

Velo Development Foundation

Marin Cyclists

USA Cycling Foundation

Violich Farms

SRAM

Squadra

GU Energy

ProBar

Oakley

Tam Bikes

Rock Tape

Enduro Bearings

Elemental Herbs

Genuine Innovations

NoTubes

LaMarch Sports Chiropractic

Marin Natural Medicine Clinic

Andrea Smith, CMT

RestWise

Bungalow Munch Organic Granola

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2012 TEAM NEWS IN REVIEW

What an amazing season.

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Team Kickoff Camp Video (January 2012): 

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Team Nationals Camp Video (July 2012):

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Stay tuned for more exciting news as we approach the 2013 season. In the meantime, you may see us out there emphasizing more of the "fun" part of our mission...

Team Coaches Step Up at Marathon Nationals

With the cross country season having come to an end for the Juniors and U23s, Whole Athlete-Specialized coaches carried the torch this time for one more big event at the USA Cycling MTB Marathon National Championships in Bend, OR.

Take 54 miles of dirt, add over 6000 feet of climbing, and do it at race pace above 5000 ft. elevation and you get the 2012 Marathon Nationals race. The challenging course was truly worthy of a national championship: almost entirely singletrack, a healthy dose of climbing, plenty of sand, dust, and sprinkled with occasional technical rock challenges.

And the team coaches did not disappoint. Every one landed on the podium, including two with national titles.

Helene Drumm earned the 40-49 women's title in convincing fashion, while Liz Pinsker finished with a solid 3rd place.

John Hunt rode to a strong 3rd place finish in only his second MTB event this season.

Matt McCourtney took his second podium in a 2012 National Championship event with a solid 5th place in the very competitive 30-34 field.

Team Director Dario Fredrick successfully defended his 2011 Marathon title on the much more challenging 2012 course.