2010

Palm Springs Training Camp: Feb 26th to March 6th, 2011

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Posted by admin 439 days ago under Celebration
Palm Springs Training Camp 2011 by Upper Echelon FitnessWho?  You!  This camp is open to all levels of cyclists and triathletes.  The camp will focus on cycling training and we will have two professional coaches instructing the training each day.  If you have questions if this is a good fit for you, call or email!What?  Cycling and triathlon training camp in Palm Springs, California.  A full week of training in the sunshine with coach led work-outs each day.  Escape the rain and get a huge boost of fitness and have a lot of FUN!When? Saturday, February 26th to Sunday, March 6th, 2011 Where?  We have a great house!  All the amenities you could ask for, with a pool, chef, WiFi, this will be a relaxing atmosphere off the bike. Once you arrive ...

Tyler Farrar presentation with Heidi Swift - Sunday, Nov 14th

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Posted by admin 452 days ago under Celebration
We are honored to welcome top US cyclist, Tyler Farrar of Garmin, to Upper Echelon Fitness.  Tyler will be interviewed by Heidi Swift of GritandGlimmer.com discussing his 2010 season highlights, highs and lows, and events, as well as future plans, and anything else Heidi throws at him. This event is open to all and we hope to see you there.  Beverages and snacks provided, and a Garmin EDGE 500 will be given away as a door prize.  Email Russell@upperechelonfitness.com for more information. What?  Tyler Farrar presentation with Heidi Swift Where? Upper Echelon Fitness, 1420 NW 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97209 Who?  Everyone is welcome! When?  Sunday, Nov 14th, 5:30-7:00pm

Class Schedule Updated!

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Posted by admin 468 days ago under Celebration
We have begun adding classes for Winter, starting in November.  We will continue our successful X-Training for Cyclists class, and begin BikeYoga and Echelon Indoor Cycling classes.  All classes are part of our class package and require online registration.  Space is limited, so online registration insures your spot.  A 10-class package is $125 or an individual class credit is $15.  All types of classes are part of the package, so you can take a Echelon Cycling class one week, a BikeYoga class the next week, etc.  Pick and choose the classes that fit your schedule for training and for life.  If you have any questions, please contact us.  Thank you!

OPEN HOUSE PARTY - Friday, October 22nd - Join us at our new training center in NW Portland!

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Posted by admin 494 days ago under Celebration
We are having an open house party to celebrate our new and improved Upper Echelon Fitness training center.  We have expanded once again, and are now located in NW Portland!  We couldn't have done it without your support, so come join us to celebrate! Check out the new facility, featuring: Portland Bicycle Studio by Molly Cameron.  Custom bikes from Independent Fabrication, Guru, Crumpton, and Ridley Bike Fit Studio, with all the latest tools Cycling training facility with InsideRide trainers and Supertrainer bicycle treadmill, Computrainer Multirider, rollers, trainers, powercranks, etc. Strength and Conditioning Studio Yoga Studio Cycling specific health care, offering Physical Therapy, Massage, and Naturopathic medicine The Upper Echelon team of professional ...

Cheddar Comes Alive! Congrats to Morgan Schmitt on Recent Success!

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Posted by admin 593 days ago under Celebration
    Congrats to Upper Echelon Fitness athlete, Morgan Schmitt of the United Healthcare professional Cycling Team, on his recent string of success.  After rolling into the season a bit behind schedule after a poor timed illness, Morgan has been working diligently on his training program to come into form.  After promising early season rides at Dana Point, Morgan gained a bump in fitness from Tour of Gila to gain stellar form for Mt Hood Cycling Classic, an obective of his this season.  The planning worked well and he won the Mt Tabor Circuit Race after placing 2nd in the Prologue at PIR the night before.  Mt Tabor is the perfect course for Morgan and even better with a little water on the road for a good bike handler like him.  Morgan later went on to ...

Monday Night PIR + Laurelwood Kickoff Party!

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Posted by admin 658 days ago under Celebration
  We’re excited for the 2010 Monday PIR season to start on April 19th, and to celebrate the start of the series, we’re throwing a party! Come for free food and a chance to win free Monday PIR passes!When: Sunday, April 18th, 5-9PMWhere: Laurelwood Pizza Co, 1728 NE 40th Ave, Portland, ORWho:  Event organizers Team Oregon are hosting the event in partnership with title sponsor Laurelwood BreweryWhy you should come:    * Free pizza, salad, hummus, veggies, and more!    * Discounted beverages    * Drawings for free Monday PIR passes    * Meet Upper Echelon coaches and learn more about the weekly clinics    * Meet event organizers and learn about the series    * See demos and prod...

Swim Lessons by Upper Echelon Fitness

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Posted by admin 690 days ago under Celebration
Swim Lessons by Upper Echelon Fitness Swim Smarter: Improve your efficiency and speed in the water. Learn how to swim, train and race. Location:Athlete’s Lounge Training FacilityNW 19th and Vaughn2001 NW 19th103 Fitzgibbons glass buildingCoaching Information:Lara Brown, UEF Triathlon CoachLinnea Alvord, UEF Triathlon CoachFlurry J. Stone, UEF Swim Coach Facility Information: Elements of the endless pool (2 lanes!)Adjustable speed: allows for feedback on changes in efficiency, power & momentum.Mirror: (bottom of pool) allows you to observe changes in your body position & stroke.Video camera: Provides the opportunity to see yourself at every stage of the lesson.  Price: $75 per hour$45 per ½ hour$60 hour each (2 swimmers)

Win a Ridley Cyclocross Frame & Help Kurt!

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Posted by admin 702 days ago under Celebration
WIN THIS BIKE FRAME! Everyone's favorite massage therapist, Kurt Marion, broke his thumb in a bike accident last week. He had surgery a few days ago and won't be able to massage for the next few months while his bones heal up.  Portland Bike Studio has graciously provided a sweet Ridley Crossbow frame to raffle off so we can help Kurt with his medical bills until he is able to start practicing again.  Tickets are $25 each.  Purchase online HERE or in person at PACE (4829 NE MLK, Portland).  

Cycling Clothing Order by Castelli - Spring 2010

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Posted by admin 707 days ago under Celebration
We are now taking orders for our Spring 2010 Upper Echelon cycling kit.  We have a new design (thank you Swift+ Creative) and will be using Castelli as our supplier. Salvotore at SwiftPlus nailed the design.  The kit looks sharp!  And you cannot beat the legendary Castelli brand for high-end cycling apparel.  They are the highest quality available.  Also, their USA office is in Portland and their custom clothes came from Spokane.  Keeping it local! To order:  Email or call Russell or use the form on the Contact Us page.  Order due March 7th. Items available: Short Sleeve Jersey (Team, Full-Zip) in Men's and Women's XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL $73 Long Sleeve Jersey (Team, Thermal Fabric) in Men's and Women's XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL $85 Bib Shorts (Aero Ra...

Portland Bicycle Studio Open House with Ridley and Lazer

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Posted by admin 710 days ago under Celebration
From the desk of Molly Cameron: We are hosing a little in-studio event at Portland Bicycle Studio this Monday evening March 1st.Ridley bicycles and Lazer helmets are bringin a bunch of their latest stuff for us to check out! It is going to be an intimate chance to check out Portland Bicycle Studio and what we do here! A great opportunity to check Ridley + Lazer's product lines and technology up close! We will have the full 2011 Ridley Cyclocross range and handful of choice road machines: the Noah, Dean, Helium and more.Lazer will have almost any of their helmets one could want to try on. The TT specific Tardiz, the new Helium and the classic Genesis + more!   If you are in Portland this Monday, come hang out with us and geek out on the bicycle technology!Molly CameronPortland Bicyc...

Be Prepared for Raceday - Event Checklist for Cycling

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Posted by admin 710 days ago under Celebration
The 2010 racing season is now underway, with the first Oregon Cup event this weekend.  Nothing is worse then training for an event and but showing up unprepare by forgetting a key peice of equipment or having the wrong clothing.  Use this checklist as a guideline when filling your race bag the night before the event.   Raceday Checklist for CyclingClothing• Cycling shoes – Important! • Helmet – Important!• Socks: Tall socks or thermal socks for cool weather• Shorts or Bibs• Knee warmers• Leg warmers• Arm warmers• Vest• Full length tights• Skinsuit (or long sleeve skinsuit for ‘cross and time trials)• Short sleeve jersey• Long sleeve jersey• Sleeveless undershirt• Short sleeve undershirt...

New website and new additions to coaching team

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Posted by admin 713 days ago under Cycling
Welcome to the latest installment of the Upper Echelon Fitness website.  We are still working on some features, and hope to have the site fully up and running soon.  If you have any feedback, please let Russell know. The winter has been extremely busy and the race season is here!  We had a great time in Tucson for our annual training camp and came back to the nicest February weather in years.  As things are getting busier and busier, we need to add to our coaching team!  Our newest addition on the cycling side is Omer Kem, who is focusing on coaching after a 6 year stint as a professional cyclist including an 80 mile breakaway at the Tour of California.  Omer brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team.  Welcome Omer!  If you have any qu...