Nebraska Cycling News

Sioux City Bicycle Racing Team Is In Training

Sioux City has its very own amateur bicycle racing team that is sanctioned by USA Cycling under the club name of Sioux City Velo. The Team will race under the sponsored name of PowerAde-Independent Fabrication throughout the Midwest in both road and off road races. “Our primary objective is to promote bicycle racing in the Siouxland area” says Cody McCullough, club president and Siouxland resident. Other Team members are Jay Chesterman (Sioux City), Jay Friday (Mason City), Robert Greigg (Sioux City), Sam Johnson (Sioux City), Todd Juhlin (Mason City), Brent Linn (Sioux City), Cody McCullough (Sioux City), Bill Mize (Sioux City), Molly Mize (Sioux City), Geoff Nelson (Sioux City), Jon Nelson (Sioux City) and Erik Peterson (Sioux City).

The Team has gained a hearty interest from sponsors. PowerAde sports drinks is the main sponsor along with Independent Fabrication, a company that specializes in building custom bicycle frames. Sioux City’s Albrecht Cycle Shop is providing support to the racers along with Shimano, a bicycle component manufacturer, and Rudy Project, a helmet and sunglass company. North Iowa Oral Surgery Associates, P.C. has given a contribution to cover clothing and other costs.

Look for Members of the PowerAde-Independent Fabrication Team training on Siouxland roads and trails. Team members train from 8-15 hours per week and are currently preparing for a race schedule that starts in March and goes through November.