Chappell's Racing

Twitter

2011-07-26T17:40:00.002-05:00

Sorry for the lack of postings this spring/summer session. I have been updating things via Twitter since the spring. So much time has past to play catch up on here. Currently we are mid-way through the second session of Chappell's Racing BMX camps for this summer. Lots of new faces and thanks again for all those riders who have returned. Road Races, Duathlons, and Martins Bike Shop 5 Days in the Dirt are to come. Congrats to all the athletes I have worked with this spring and summer racing all over Ontario and North America! A huge Ironman Bike split Personal Best by one the of CR crew as well. Great things happen when you are active. Check us out on twitter for more info.

Coaching High School Track & Field

2011-06-01T10:08:00.003-05:00

I began coaching my High School's Track and Field Team this spring semester. With over 40 athletes and several returning members SDSS proved to be a local BAA powerhouse. Huge Personal Bests, New School Records,BAA records and 4 Ofsaa Medals. Great job guys. Cross Country Season is just around the corner.

Busy Weekend Ahead

2011-03-10T10:08:00.002-05:00

March 19th and 20th will be a cycling filled weekend for Chappell's Racing. 1st its the 3rd Mega Day of the Saugeen Triathlon club, secondly Sunday will be a Bike Mechanic day for newbie's at the Glammis High Performance center. Contact the Saugeen Triathlon Club or Joe Chappell if you have any questions about either.

Mega Day #2 Reflection

2011-02-23T13:47:00.002-05:00

The morning of the Saugeen Triathlon Clubs Mega Day #2 was hit with another winter storm. Numbers for the training day were low due to several closed roads in the area, not to mention the power being off in parts Ontario. We gave an extra half an hour for delays which alllowed athletes to meet each other and get things properly set-up. I lead the group for around 2 and a half hours through a warm-up and two different cycling workouts. As always I added some colour commentary during the session detailing training tips and cycling/running related news from around the world and area. After the training ride some of the athletes dressed up and went out for a winter run. I stayed indoors and answered training questions and prepared for my afternoon session. After a very social lunch we started the 1st of two in class seminars. The 1st being my session on Sport Psychology and the 2nd focussing on Race Day items and set-up by John E. The group seemed to have alot of fun and take in lots of information. Both sessions went over the time limit which isn't a bad thing as people were asking lots of questions. Mega #3 is March 19th-praying for a clear day-with lots of memebers.

Saugeen Mega Day #2

2011-02-12T10:55:00.002-05:00

Feb. 19th starting at 8am in Durham Ontario, Chappell's Racing will be once again involved in the Saugeen Triathlon Clubs Mega Day series. This session we will be in charge of the 3 hour cycling session and doing a seminar on Mental Preparation. If you are interested and would like to join contact the Saugeen Triathlon Club.

2011 Summer Camp Dates

2011-02-08T15:16:00.001-05:00

Hot off the press; Two bmx sessions for 2011. July 18th-21st, and again July 25th-28th.

Chappell's Racing on Twitter

2011-01-20T19:48:00.001-05:00

Twitter info: www.twitter.com/chappsracing

Saugeen Triathlon Club Mega Day Leader

2011-01-20T19:46:00.003-05:00

Jan. 22nd I will be leading a 3 hour spin workout and teaching a bike seminar "Bike Mechanics for Tri-ummies" Contact Saugeen Tri Club for more details. I'm glad to be invited back for 2011.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

2010-12-31T14:45:00.003-05:00

Chappell's Racing wishes everyone a healthy 2011. Whatever goal or goals you have may you reach them. We hope to see you at one of the Saugeen Triathlon Clubs Mega Days (listed below) We will be leading the Cycling Training sessions as well as doing some classroom sessions. Dates are listed below. Logan and Myself will also be supporting the Ground Hog Run (5km), The Trillium Run (5/10km), Huron Shore Run (5/10km), Colleen Lantz Mem. (5/10km) and many other events. May the wind be on your back!

Saugeen Mega Day Dates: Jan. 22nd, Feb. 19th, March 19th and April 30th(date change)

Clinics-Coaching-Camp Updates

2010-11-30T15:12:00.002-05:00

With the 2011 Season quickly approaching Chappell's Racing is busy booking venues. As it stands now, we will be once again working with the Saugeen Triathlon Club during the Mega Day's (4 booked for 2011) Summer BMX Camps will also be back bigger and badder then ever! If you would like to see us at one of your events please let us know.

Cross Country Recap

2010-11-30T15:03:00.003-05:00

Logan Chappell finished a very successful Senior Cross Country season. As a first year Senior Logan have to tough task of racing athletes his age as well as a year and two older. His results didn't show his age winning 3 of 7 races. Victories at the Guelph Invitational, OSCVI Invitational as well as the BAA Conference Championships. Logan also placed 3rd at the Cwossa Championships, 4th at the Octoberfest Invitational and a 8th place at the Fanshawa XC race. His season finished at the OFSAA Championships where he race a solid race to place 51st. Logan is rested and back training now for his Track and Field season which begins the end of March.

Chappell's Racing Welcome

2010-10-04T19:47:00.003-05:00

Two more athlete's have joined the Chappell's Racing family. A warm welcome to a Saugeen Shores Master Female Triathlete, and an Ironman Male Master based out of the Grey County area. I look forward to working with you both!

Racing Related News.

2010-08-08T11:40:00.002-05:00

Logan Chappell continues to rake in the wins on the roads this summer. He won his age group (Under 19- and he's only 16! )two more times this week. First it was the feared 13km Shore to Shore Race, and then the Colleen Lantz Mem. 10km. This young runner (and Camp Instructor) is turning heads on the running race scene to say the least.
At the Subaru Duathlon series Bellwood Race Joe Chappell managed a 2nd place finish out of a 100 plus athletes showing that his fitness is slowly improving. Travelling and racing with Logan (but not keeping up) Joe also has had some success on the roads. Placing in the Top 3 in his age group at the Trillium Mt. Forest 10km, Huron Shore 10km, and The Colleen Lantz mem. 10km. Best of Luck to Logan as he will tackle the Bayshore 5km race later this month.

BMX Camp Session #1

2010-08-08T11:36:00.002-05:00

The first session of our 7th year of BMX camps got off with a rainy start. Never before have we had to cancel due to rain. With 13 riders ready to show their stuff we had to cancel not one but two days of the four day camp. Hopefully mother nature is kinder to us in session 2. With that said we still had 3 great days of riding.

2010 Glammis Gallop Duathlon Results

2010-07-11T09:11:00.002-05:00

July 3rd, 2010 was an important cycling date. The start of the Tour and of course the Glammis Gallop Duathlon. Unlike the Tour we had athlete's of both sexes and on both Mountain Bikes and Road bikes. Twenty-five athletes participated in this year's Gallop. With warm weather and a slight wind, conditions were perfect for the run portions and made for a tough finish on the bike. Once again Carrie Houghton powered her way to win the women's side and Bevin Stevenson leasily lead through the 1st run, was caught on the bike, but regained the lead on the last run with just over a km to go. I managed to finish in 2nd with the exact, EXACT time as last year. A huge thank-you to Melissa for her now world famous chili and finish line help. Danny for his finish line help and to Logan for pacing the 1st run. Sponsors Bike Face, Martins and Chappell's Racing came through once again in a big way. Giant success for a lil event. Thank-you all!

Glammis Gallop Duathlon

2010-06-08T19:00:00.004-05:00

Less then one week away! July 3rd at 11am. New this year the xc bike/road/xc Bike Duathlon. If you don't like to run, try this new feature! New gravel on the running loop, some new pavement before Turtle Mountain the course keeps getting better. Contract Chappell's Racing for more details.

Glammis Gallop Duathlon 4-20-4
July 3rd 2010 @11am

Trillium Run 2010

2010-05-11T10:11:00.002-05:00

What a great day at the 9th ann. Trillium Run. This small town event located in Mount Forest , ON. has really grown over the years. Almost 500 people participated in the cold and rain running or walking 5km, or running 10km. For Chappell's Racing this event served as a training session for Logan and a race for myself. I was happy just to be apart of this wonderful day. It was great to see friends from my past Track and Field days still running in their adulthood, some with family and some tackling new found fitness goals. This event marked my first 10km race in well over 10 years, and the first for Logan. Logan paced me well through 7km, then I let him stride out towards the finish. Logan finished the day winning the 19 and under cat. and placing 4th overall. I ended up over a minute back of Logan in 5th place overall. I will attempt at least one more 10km this season, most likely the Bayshore Race in Owen Sound. I can't say I feel like a runner again but we are getting closer. At this time Chappell's Racing wants to wish everyone attempting a Road Race this year Best of Luck!

Saugeen Triathlon Club Mega Day #2

2010-04-17T21:05:00.004-05:00

I have been asked once again by the Saugeen Triathlon Club to be a part of a Mega Day Training session. After a very successful session January we will be outside for this April Mega Day. I will be focussing my coaching duties on Bike Fits and improving riders Time Trial positioning. I look forward to working with such a positive group of athletes. I also look forward to testing my running fitness with some new faces. April 24th in Durham starting at 6:30 am for anyone interested in joining us for a great day of traininig. For more details contact the Saugeen Triathlon Club.

Outdoor Rides Again

2010-03-17T13:12:00.003-05:00

I think cyclists love this time of the year more then anyone else. The timing couldn't have been better this year. I just got ENGAGED, I have a week off with March Break and the snow is quickly melting away. All of this positive energy provides a perfect training environment. Positive things happen to positive people. On that note I wanted to mention a friend of my fiance who I recently spent some time with; Mr. Ron Mourra aka BUILD MOURRA MUSCLE. Based out of the Brantford Ontario Ron has been helping people with training and fitness goals both in the Branford area and beyond with his online blogs and video's. Check him out, you will be glad you did!

2nd and 3rd at Ground Hog Run 5km

2010-02-07T13:45:00.002-05:00

Chappell's Racing had a great Road Race debut with a 2nd and 3rd place overall in the Ground Hog Run 5km in Wiarton, Ontario. Logan Chappell enjoyed a very cold 16th Birthday with a 2nd place finish. Coach Joe was well behind the young legs in 3rd. This was a great early season test for Logan. Congrats and Happy Birthday to BMX Instuctor and Running Superstar Logan Chappell.

2nd ann. Glammis Gallop Duathlon

2010-02-01T22:16:00.002-05:00

Mark it down on your race calendar: JULY 3rd, at 11am. Glammis Gallop Duathlon. 4km run-20km bike-4km-run. Exactly one week before the Kincardine Women's Triathlon. Race Fee's go towards supporting Chappell's Racing Summer BMX Camps. Email for details.

Saugeen Triathlon Mega Day

2010-02-01T22:12:00.002-05:00

A huge thank-you to the Saugeen Triathlon club for my invitation to lead the spin session and teach one of the lectures during the in-class. I had a blast! I hope to partner up with that group again in the near future. Best of luck to everyone as they continue to train for the 2010 season.

Happy New Year!

2010-01-22T09:11:00.002-05:00

Happy New Year from Chappell's Racing. Lots of great things in store for 2010. Our 7th year of cycling camps run July 19-22, and August 16-19th. The Glammis Gallop Duathlon is planned to run July 3rd. Chappell's Racing is also involved with the Saugeen Triathlon Club Mega Day, and Owen Sound Cycling Festival for 2010.
Logan Chappell one of the Summer Camp BMX instructors is training hard for his upcoming Track Season as a Junior at Saugeen District Secondary School. We may even see him at a few Duathlons this year.
Best of Luck training this winter season!

Trail X

2009-11-24T12:55:00.004-05:00

Trail X is back open for riding and running after a lot of hard work. Several years of damaged trees have been removed to re-open the loops. Trail X has been the secret training grounds for many Chappell's Racing riders over the years. Starting back in the year 2000 Joe Chappell took 20 year old snowmobile trails and starting cleaning them up and adding smaller more techincal sections. It served mainly as a Downhill training ground for Joe the first few years.. Other fitness groups such as Physical Education classes, kids camps and day programs have used the site for off road skills. With the creation of Chappell's Racing, riders from all over Ontario have used the trail to sharpen their skills.
Trail X features 2 short loops and 1 longer loop all with switch backs, rolling hills, technical sections and "off to the side jumps/drops and bridges."
Trail X is a great spot for night riding, interval training or section work. For more information about this private trail contact Joe Chappell.

Matt Terry

2009-11-02T09:26:00.004-05:00

With great sadness I am posting this message to let the cycling community know that Matt Terry, Saugeen Shores BMX VP has passed away. Matt has served various positions with Saugeen Shores BMX since its start in 2000. His MFM store was a downtown Port Elgin hot spot for cyclists in the late 90's. He was the 1st shop that helped me out while I was racing Downhill. It was his store along with a BMX parent Claude G. that masterminded the Saugeen BMX idea. Matt is best known for being the man on the top of the largest start hill in Ontario. Matt served as the Head Starter during local Saugeen races as well as the O-Cup Provincial starter during that series. He was always a smiling face whenever he stopped by the Chappell's Racing BMX Camps. Matt served with me when I was SSBMX President, he was a friend and early riding buddy. There will be a tribute to Matt Terry at the 1st gate drop of 2010. I will post that date when it is determined.

O-Cup BMX

2009-08-20T21:11:00.001-05:00

Chappell's Racing will be there for day #2 of the Saugeen O-Cup weekend. Check out the booth for end of season deals!

Camp Week 2/3

2009-08-20T20:56:00.004-05:00

With the weather report saying rain off and on for both weeks we sure had our fingers crossed for some good weather to end the BMX camps for 2009. After a wet first few days the riders were tearing up the track once again. Campers had adapted well to activities around the track and lots of instruction under the Chappell's Racing tent. Week #2 had 10 riders all new to Chappell's Racing and BMX. Week #3 also had 10 riders but this time around over half the group were returning riders. Daily Prizes were won, Best Crash awards were given out and friendships were made. Chappell's Racing will be back for year 7 in 2010 with more riding,racing and cycling fun. Thank-you to all campers, instructors the cast and crew at SSBMX for maintaining an awesome track and of course to Martins Bicycle Shop for the great swag and Bike Build loaner. Dates for the 2010 summer season will be posted in early 2010.

BMX CAMP #1 Report

2009-07-17T18:39:00.003-05:00

Week #1 of the Chappell's Racing BMX Cyling Camp is all wrapped up. 14 riders took part, with 3 of them being returning riders from last year. As the camp moved on two teams surfaced; World BMX (name due to Angus, from Scotland being on that team), and FFR or Flaming Fast Rockets. Special thanks to team mate Makenna for her team cheers. During the RIDERS READY day campers were treated with an active starting gate. Thanks to starter Chris Huber for taking the time to set everything up. Special thanks to Instructors Logan Chappell, and Saugeen Shores BMX's own Brett Coulson! One week of great riding is in the books. Two more to come in August.

Glammis Gallop Duathlon a Success!

2009-06-28T12:13:00.003-05:00

Chappell's Racing would like to thank everyone for making the 1st ann. Glammis Gallop Duathlon a huge success! Special thank-you to Melissa for her time keeping, and master chef skills, Logan for his marshall and pacing duties and to all of those athletes who helped set-up and clean-up during the event. Martins Bicycle Shop in Southampton provided wonderful draw prizes for the event. Athletes from the Owen Sound Cycling Club, Saugeen Tri. Club and the Kincardine Triathlon club, as well as some independants were present. 15 athletes tested their fitness in the heat on a tough course with PRO Triathlete RJ ROSS taking the men's side in just over 1hour. On the women's side Kincardine Triathlon clubs Carrie Houghton won the ladies side. Paul and Tai Quirke won the furthest distance travelled to attend the race award--- coming all the from Portland, Oregan USA. Race date for next year will be posted asap. Thank-you everyone for a great way to kick off the summer break!

Glammis Gallop Duathlon Less Then ONE week away

2009-06-22T13:45:00.002-05:00

The 1st ann. Glammis Gallop Duathlon is almost here. Email me at jchapp17@hotmail for entry and directions. 4km run-20km bike-4km run. I predict the winning time will be under 1hour and 10 min. Do the complete race or parts of it. This is the beauty of a homegrown race. BBQ afterwards. All abilities welcome.

BIKE Items for Sale

2009-04-30T09:46:00.007-05:00

I will up date these items as needed. If you have any questions about these items please contact me at jchapp17@hotmail.com.

Wicking/Dry Fit Chappell's Clothing
Giro E2 MTB/ROAD pro helmet (red)
Team Norco DH frame, and parts
DH wheelset (newly built) 20-thru axle
Fox Chest Protector (med size), Fox Shin & Knees, Fox Elbow pads
661 Clipless shoes (size 9 1/2)
NEW CHAPPELL's Clothing avaiable now.....

Chappell's Racing BMX Camps celebrate 6 years in 2009

2009-04-28T09:20:00.004-05:00

Coming later this summer..... Cycling camps for kids ages 6-12. A great way to get introduced to BMX riding and racing. All types of cycling discussed during these intense 4day sessions. Check the dates on the along the right side. Register through Saugeen Shores Recreation.

Glammis Gallop Duathlon

2009-04-28T09:15:00.003-05:00

GLAMMIS GALLOP Duathlon June 27th! 4km-20km-4km.
1st ann. Glammis Gallop Duathlon will feature a challenging course located in and around beautiful Glammis, Ontario. Race details: 4km running loop on gravel and paved roads. 20km Bike route alone smooth roads consisting of some rolling hills around the 13-15km mark. Each transition begins with a step decent to provide a helpful start. Race time begins at 11am. Two starting groups---- Who doesn't love a hill to climb at the end! Drafting legal... in the bog.

BBQ to follow.
Email jchapp17@hotmail.com to confirm and for directions.

CLOTHING ON SALE

2007-07-01T14:49:00.004-05:00

Chappell's Racing clothing is on sale now for the summer season. T-shirts, Hoodies, Hats, and Beenie's, Pit Shirts are available. Join the the team and support local youth cycling. Coming soon.... Team Water Bottles, and Socks. Email jchapp17@hotmail.com for order info.

Mid Season blahs

2007-07-01T14:43:00.000-05:00

I thought I would write a short note about an area athletes often encounter during the season. All the training, racing and stress can wear a person down both physically and mentally. This is often the time of a year for a cyclist they experience the mid-season blahs as I call them. They start to second guess themselves; am I doing enough? am I doing too much? The best way to make this negative time dissapper quickly is to take a few steps back, look at all the things cycling has brought to your life and enjoy the ride. take a day off, or ride for fun. Enjoy the sport again. It is always helpful to talk with someone else that has gone through it before. You are not the only one. By doing these steps you may find yourself recharged and ready to go even more motivated then before. Off to ride!

A Chappell's Racing Welcome....

2007-04-09T13:55:00.000-05:00

A Chappell's Racing welcome goes out to K.Lake who is the newest member to the team. She looks forward to racing with the best women in Canada, in the womens ELITE XC field. Big things ahead for this girl! Chappell's Racing would also like to welcome all the riders signing up for the 2007 summer cyclijng camps. Check back here for more details and upcoming events.

Season Starts

2007-04-09T13:45:00.000-05:00

April has come and we were hit with one last blast of snow which is slowly starting to melt. My training has been rolling along well. My running times are dropping everytime I set out on my course for time. I just battled a minor foot injury which has healed well (I think). I'm off to do a cold and wet training road ride today. The month of April brings in the start of the racing season. Owen Sound's Time Trials kick off in a week, O-cup MTB #1 at Mansfield is at the end of the month. From the coaching side of things April is a very very important month. Its a time we blend in interval, and speed work with our regular longer rides. It is also a month that intensity increases. Rest is key for this month. Last year I kicked off the 2006 season with 10km TT course record. We will see how this year goes.

North Carolina Training Camp

2007-03-19T13:12:00.000-05:00

This was my first type of training camp since my days of running track and field. Myself and 9 other Arrow Racing Team athletes made the trek down to Brevard North Carolina for a week long training session. The camp featured both road training and mountain bike riding. I found the riding to be excellent for pre-season prep. With the landscape you were either going up hill or downhill. Very little recovery was given. I was impressed by how fast I recovered after each ride. Good indication on my fitness level at this time. I was happy with both the way I rode and the way my bikes handled the difficult courses. I would suggest the mountains of Carolina to any fit cyclist. I enjoyed the crazy climbs and then the wicked fast decents. Last night I ran my short running loop at intensity and improved my time by over a min. Looks like the winter training and added came are placing me where I need to be at this time. TECH tip of the month is run regular MTB tubes in your bike, not anything race/ or lite specific. I had several flats last season during my training and races, and then 3 on one ride alone during camp. Since switching to the el cheapo tubes, I haven't had a flat. You will give up a little weight, but at least you will finish the day!

Arrow 2007

2007-02-09T14:58:00.000-05:00

The Arrow Racing team coaches had a great meeting weds. night. The 2007 year is planned! Now its just up to the team to come together and see if we can repeat as Ontario Team Champions again. We've added some new members making the team the largest its been. The first Team meeting is Feb 23rd. Good luck everyone in 2007.

Riders Ready, Watch the Gate, Go!

2006-11-28T11:07:00.000-05:00

Yesterday I started the riding portion of my 2007 pre-season training. What better way to start then for me to travel down to the smallest indoor velodrome in North America for a rec. ride. I travelled down with a friend of mine that has started cycling again after a 10 year lay off. It was a great start to the season. Only 7 people were there for the 2 hour session, which left the track mainly to ourselves. I rode off and on for 2 hours working on general bike handling, and track awareness. The track has over 50 degree corners with the straight aways still maintaining almost a 20 degree angle. I will try and make it down there about once a month during the off season. It will be a great break from using the trainer at home or logging the miles on the road when the snow breaks. My strength training in the gym is already starting to show. I rode well, felt strong, and was not sore at all when I woke up this morning. Positive things happen to positive people.