Mar 31, 2011  

Bishop, Plaxton tied atop Pro XCT Standings

USA Cycling, Photo by Dave McElwaine

After two races, there is a deadlock atop the USA Cycling's Professional Mountain Bike Cross Country Tour Men's (Pro XCT) standings as Jeremiah Bishop (Harrisonburg, Va./Cannondale) and Max Plaxton (Specialized) each have 380 points. Todd Wells (Durango, Colo./Specialized) is just 40 points behind in third place.

Plaxton earned the win at the Fontana City National/Pro XCT event in Fontana, Calif., on Saturday, March 26. Bishop placed second and Sam Schultz (Missoula, Mont./Subaru-Trek) finished third ahead of Wells andJeremy Horgan-Kobelski(Boulder, Colo./Subaru-Trek) in fourth and fifth, respectively.

"I’m just trying to find my pacing” said Plaxton. “Other years I’ve gone out hard and faded the last couple laps. Now I’m trying to make my last couple of laps strong. Today I just punched it near the top of the climb on the third lap.”

On the women's side Georgia Gould (Fort Collins, Colo./Luna Pro) and Lea Davison (Jericho, Vt./Specialized Factory), who is returning from a hip injury, placed second and third in Fontana behind winner Catharine Pendrel (Luna Pro Team).

Pendrel rode with Gould for a lap before pulling away from the pack on the long, arduous climb.

"The course was in awesome condition. They had some rain. The first it's nice to know you have legs. It's okay to feel good in training, but it's nice to test it out," Pendrel said.

In the Women's Pro XCT standings, Gould leads Davison by 20 points after two races. Emily Batty (Subaru-Trek),Chloe Forsman (BMC MTB Development Team/Tucson, Ariz.) and Krista Park (Cannondale-NoTubes/Madison, S.D.) round out the top five.

Complete results from the Fontana City National/Pro XCT can be found here.

Stephen Ettinger (Cashmere, Wash./BMC MTB Development Team) is the top Men's U23 rider in the overall standings as his 190 points place tenth after finishing 12th in Fontana. On the women's side, Lydia Tanner(Bozeman, Mont.) is the top U23 rider with 160 points in 12th place after riding to a 16th-place result on Saturday.

Specialized USA Factory Racing climbed out of a tie for fifth to take a 10-point lead over last week's leader, Subaru-Trek, in USA Cycling's 2011 Pro XCT team standings. Luna Pro moved up one spot to third ahead of BMC MTB Development Team, which fell from second to fourth.

The next event on the Pro XCT is the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, Calif., on April 16.

PRO XCT standings

Men
1t. Jeremiah Bishop (Harrisonburg, Va./Cannondale Factory Team) - 380
1t. Max Plaxton (Specialized) - 380
3. Todd Wells (Durango, Colo./Specialized) - 340
4. Sam Schultz (Missoula, Mont./Subaru-Trek) - 300
5. Sid Taberlay (South Pasadena, Calif.) - 300

Women
1. Georgia Gould (Fort Collins, Colo./Luna Pro Team) - 380
2. Lea Davison (Jericho, Vt./Specialized) - 360
3. Emily Batty (Subaru-Trek) - 330
4. Chloe Forsman (Tucson, Ariz./BMC Mountain Bike Development Team) - 290
5. Krista Park (Madison, SD/Cannondale-No Tubes)- 270

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Jeremiah Bishop Early Leader in the 2011 Pro XCT

March 15, 2011 - USA Cycling, Photo by Dave McElwaine

Last weekend marked the unofficial start to mountain bike season as the USA Cycling Professional Cross Country Mountain Bike Tour (Pro XCT) kicked off with the US Cup Triple Crown Bonelli Park on March 12 in San Dimas, Calif.

In a heated men's race that saw nearly 80 men toe the start line, Jeremiah Bishop (Harrisonburg, Va./Cannondale Factory Team) claimed the win after taking the lead from Sid Tableray (South Pasadena, Calif.) in the final lap. Max Plaxton (Specialized) rode to second place while Todd Wells (Durango, Colo./Specialized) rounded out third.

Picking up where she left off last year,Georgia Gould (Fort Collins, Colo./Luna Pro Team) started her season right with a win in the women's contest. After riding solo at the front for most of the race, the Colorado rider crossed the finish line more than two minutes ahead of runners-up Lea Davison (Jericho, Vt./Specialized) and Krista Park (Madison, SD/Cannondale-NoTubes)

"Bonelli is a sweet venue... Great trails and a tough race," said USA Cycling's National Events Director Kelli Lusk. "The pros really liked the course and some of them had a rough go of it for a season-opener."

With the season opener now in the books, Bishop and Gould have taken the early Pro XCT leads ahead of Plaxton and Davison.

Among the U23 men, Stephen Ettinger (Cashmere, Wash./BMC Mountain Bike Development Team) is currently the top rider after a 10th-place finish at Bonelli Park. He is ahead of second- and third-ranked U23 athletes Kerry Werner(Banner Elk, NC/BMC Mountain Bike Development Team), in 18th-place, and Mexican riderAlejando Barahas (Mexico National Team), in 26th-place.

Lydia Tanner (Bozeman, Mont.) is the top female U23 athlete in the women's Pro XCT standings, in 10th-place. She's followed closely by fellow U23 riders Erica Zaveta (Erwinna, Pa./BMC Mountain Bike Development Team), in 14th, and Kaila Hart (Durango, Colo./Fort Lewis College), in 17th.

There's more Pro XCT action coming up at the end of the month with the US Cup Triple Crown Fontana City National in Fontana, Calif. on March 26.

PRO XCT standings

Men
1. Jeremiah Bishop (Harrisonburg, Va./Cannondale Factory Team) - 190
2. Max Plaxton (Specialized) - 180
3. Todd Wells (Durango, Colo./Specialized) - 170
4. Sid Taberlay (South Pasadena, Calif.) - 160
5. Raphael Gagne (Rocky Mountain Factory) - 150

Women
1. Georgia Gould (Fort Collins, Colo./Luna Pro Team) - 190
2. Lea Davison (CAN/Jericho, Vt./Specialized) - 180
3. Krista Park (Madison, SD/Cannondale-No Tubes)- 170
4. Emily Batty (Subaru-Trek) - 160
5. Chloe Forsman (Tucson, Ariz./BMC Mountain Bike Development Team) - 150

For complete series standings, visit USACycling.org.

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May 21, 2010  

Bishop to Instruct at USAC MTB Summer Camp

Top Young Cyclists Gather at Cedar Mountain, NC, June 21- 26, 2010.

The 2010 USA Cycling Mountain Bike Summer Camp will welcome some of the nation’s most promising and enthusiastic young mountainbikers to Cedar Mountain, North Carolina, June 21-26.

“USA Cycling’s mountain bike summer camps have become a great way for young cyclists to get into the USA Cycling pipeline,” says Andy Johnston, camp director and former professional rider. “The camp’s program is a long-standing development tool for identifying junior and U-23 athletes destined for the pro ranks and ultimately the Olympics,” he continues. “It’s also a great opportunity for young riders who want to learn the art of riding fast!”

Campers will be exposed to a range of topics including: preparing for your race, the mental game of racing, equipment selection, optimized nutrition, skills used on the World Cup circuit, the planning and execution of a training plan, and more!

The camp is centered on accomplishing goals in a safe, fun, and engaging environment. It is a fantastic opportunity for athletes to meet friends, extend networks and outlets for finding information, and have fun while pursuing personal goals. It’s important to note, that not every athlete will be focused on competition goals or becoming a professional racer, but everyone will have a shared desire to have fun while learning skills and participating in the sport and recreational activity they enjoy.

The camp is strategically located in Cedar Mountain, North Carolina, to access both the Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Forest – the region’s sweetest singletrack destinations. These trail riding opportunities are second to none, and offer diverse and challenging terrain for skill development. Lodging and activities will be based out of the Terra Nova Center.

Lead by Andy Johnston, the 2010 camp staff will be comprised of Andy Applegate, Jeremiah Bishop, Shey Lindner. Ride leaders Cory Rimmer and Wes Lamberson and other guest instructors will round out the fun.

Johnston is a Level II USAC coach and has managed the camp for several years, and is also manager of CycleYouth, a team dedicated to nurturing talented young riders. Applegate is a Level I USAC coach and a CTS coach. Appelegate has years of experience as a talented cross racer and Masters National Champion on the road.

Jeremiah Bishop is a professional rider with Cannondale Factory Racing. Bishop may be best known from the film Off-Road to Athens. His racing experience is diverse and extensive, with national championship titles in both marathon and short track events, marathon and “ultra” endurance victories, cyclocross and even numerous road championships. Bishop is excited to share his knowledge with aspiring juniors. Camp attendees will have a unique opportunity to learn firsthand from this seasoned racer.

The cost to attend is $750 and includes meals and lodging. Team discounts and financial aid are available. For more information and to register to attend, visit www.NorbaCamp.com.

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Mar 29, 2009  

Bishop to Compete in 2009 Dirt Sweat and Gears

Competition Gets Deep for 2009 Event

Fayetteville, Tennessee - Dirt, Sweat and Gears race promoters announced today that Jeremiah Bishop will make the journey from the Virginia Hills to test the mettle of the heavy hitters of the endurance world. "The competition is going to be great and it's going to be an adventure," said Bishop.

Returning 2008 DSG champion and MonaVie-Cannondale.com 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 record-high $11,000 pro purse will be up for grabs, with $1500 going to first place in the men's, women's and single speed open categories. 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 to 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. Talk about win-win!

The weekend's festivities will kick off Friday, May 8 with the demo trucks on site from 10-4 p.m, an autograph and question/answer session with Rebecca Rusch and Jeremiah Bishop, and a Friday night 20" wheel time trial – one bike, one lap on the infield.

"I'm 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 sport's all about, right?"

Dirt, Sweat and Gears - Dirt Sweat & Gears is a USAC Ultra Endurance Series 12-hour Mountain Bike Race and Festival that takes place on the weekend of May 9, 2009. Last year DSG hosted 300 racers from 31 states competing for a $10,000 cash purse and walking away with over $15,000 of schwag including complete bikes, frames, and most importantly, great memories. For more information visit: http://www.dirtsweatandgears.com/

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Mar 24, 2009  

Bishop Joins MonaVie-Cannondale for Epic Racing

Salt Lake City, UT - (March 18, 2009) - Building on the success of the 2008 season, the MonaVie-Cannondale Cycling Team has announced powerhouse additions to the 2009 team roster and a rigorous event schedule to focus on "epic racing around the world."

MonaVie-Cannondale welcomes the following new riders in 2009: current US Short Track and Marathon National Champion Jeremiah Bishop, two-time US Collegiate National Champion and former ITU Winter Triathlon World Champion Benjamin Sontag, and Utah-based rider Alex Grant. In addition, Burke Swindlehurst (of the Bissell Pro Cycling Team) will be crossing over from road racing on a part-time basis.

"Joining the MonaVie-Cannondale Team presents an opportunity to focus on my favorite form of racing - epic racing - and meet the challenges of the world's toughest mountain ranges and top international competitors," says Bishop. "It's an opportunity I couldn't resist! I'm proud to join MonaVie-Cannondale and look forward to a fun season with all the great riders on the team." Bishop also plans to compete in the US Pro Cross Country Tour and select events of the Kenda Cup East series.

Returning to MonaVie-Cannondale are the legendary David "Tinker" Juarez, Bart Gillespie, Susan Butler, Mitchell Petersen, Bryan Alders and Leana Gerrard. Complete rider bios can be viewed at http://www.monavie-cannondale.com/.

In their efforts to conquer the world's epic races, MonaVie-Cannondale athletes will rely on MonaVie (http://www.monavie.com/) to support their bodies' antioxidant needs. Introduced in January 2005, MonaVie develops and markets scientifically formulated premium quality products specifically for person-to-person distribution. Developed with a philosophy of Balance-Variety-Moderation, MonaVie brand products deliver phytonutrients and antioxidants to promote and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. For more information about MonaVie brand products or how to join the MonaVie family, call 1-866-217-8455, or visit http://www.monavie.com/.

Epic mountain bike racing is a torture test for the body, mind and bicycle. The team's weapon of choice will be the MonaVie-Cannondale Team Scalpel equipped with Kenda Tires, No Tubes ZTR Olympic Wheels, Crank Brothers Pedals and Scrub Component Rotors. For better performance strategies, the team will rely on the science of Kinetic trainers, Wobble Naught Fitting Solutions and the visual expertise of Myo-Facts/Dartfish.

With the team now boasting nine professional riders, MonaVie-Cannondale racers will compete in epic events around the world, including the Absa Cape Epic, BC Bike Race, Intermontane Challenge, Brek Epic, La Ruta de los Conquistadors, and the Sabie Experience. The team will also attend select US Cup and NUE100 events.

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Feb 3, 2009  

"Racing around the World" with USA National Champion Jeremiah Bishop

Jeremiah Bishop will present "Racing around the World" at a special dinner event hosted by Charlotte Sports Cycling at Nothing but Noodles in Charlotte, North Carolina, Feb. 7, 2009.

The USA National Champion of Short Track and Marathon Mountain Bike, Bishop will share stories, highlights and photos from his experience traveling and racing around the world. From South Africa to Switzerland, Andorra to Patagonia, the account of Bishop's adventures is sure to inspire everyone.

Bishop will also briefly speak about World Bicycle Relief, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through the power of bicycles.

A moderated question and answer session will conclude the presentation. Following, attendees are invited to view unique trophies, medals, jerseys and other souvenirs, meet Jeremiah and receive autographs and photo opportunities. During the event, one of Jeremiah's 2008 racing jerseys will be raffled in support of World Bicycle Relief.

A limited number of tickets are available. For more information, visit www.charlottemtnbike.com.

On Feb. 8, Bishop will break out the stars and stripes short track national champion jersey to compete in the 2009 Winter Short Track event at Renaissance Park.

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Nov 10, 2008  

Bishop Ices the Competition at Iceman Cometh Challege

Jeremiah Bishop extended his late season winning streak past September, through October and into November, winning the Iceman Cometh Challenge November 8, in Traverse City, Michigan.



Bishop won the 19th annual event in a record time of 1:28:31. The victory caps off a string of recent high-profile wins including the National Ultra Endurance Series finals National Oktoberfest and the Tahoe Sierra 100. After turning on the jets in July, winning two USA National Championships - Short Track Cross Country and Marathon Mountain Bike – Bishop has been on stellar form, showing pure determination in continuing to race when many have hung it up for the year.

Here's how the Iceman played out, in Jeremiah's own words:

On the event:
"This race is like the Midwest World Championships. It was unbelievably fast. I've dreamed of doing this race since I was a kid, so it was awesome to realize that dream. And to win too, well, that's just awesome."

On the course:
"There's lots of of rolling terrain, and strategy played a lot into this race. There was a lot of drafting, so we [the lead riders] really opened it up on the fast, flowing terrain."

On the competition:
"Those boys are fast! This is post-season for me, but I was definitely a marked man from the start. The pack just wouldn't break, and we all took turns leading."

On the win:
"I had studied the course the day prior, so I knew that the last mile and a half included a fresh cut, slick singletrack. I also knew that 2,000 riders traversing the terrain would make it really slow - a perfect place to launch an attack. That's where I gave it my all, and with a log jump leading into a steep uphill, followed by another technical section... I didn't look back."

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