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Sunday at Fat & Skinny Fest was a rough one.
Crashes everywhere all day. Broken wheels, bodies hitting the ground… just chaos. Monk made the move that got up the road early, and as they were getting close to lapping the field, Jake did a great job patrolling the front while Cole and Shane waited to bring Monk back up once he got the free lap. Within a lap the boys had him right back where he needed to be.
One rider slipped away late and with our numbers down from all the crashes, we played the waiting game and rolled in for 3rd on the day. That was enough though for Monk to lock up the overall and bring home the Midwest Cup leaders jersey until the next round.
Not only did we take over the overall but Nathan threw down in the 3s to take the W. This gave him enough points to get his upgrade. Welcome to the big leagues.
Also huge thanks to the Chapman family for letting us crash with them this weekend. Really cool seeing how much this relationship has grown over the years and watching Dax and Wren grow up. They’re definitely family to us. ❤️
#family #1 #win #blackandyellow #scw
Crashes everywhere all day. Broken wheels, bodies hitting the ground… just chaos. Monk made the move that got up the road early, and as they were getting close to lapping the field, Jake did a great job patrolling the front while Cole and Shane waited to bring Monk back up once he got the free lap. Within a lap the boys had him right back where he needed to be.
One rider slipped away late and with our numbers down from all the crashes, we played the waiting game and rolled in for 3rd on the day. That was enough though for Monk to lock up the overall and bring home the Midwest Cup leaders jersey until the next round.
Not only did we take over the overall but Nathan threw down in the 3s to take the W. This gave him enough points to get his upgrade. Welcome to the big leagues.
Also huge thanks to the Chapman family for letting us crash with them this weekend. Really cool seeing how much this relationship has grown over the years and watching Dax and Wren grow up. They’re definitely family to us. ❤️
#family #1 #win #blackandyellow #scw
Saturday’s road race at @fatandskinnytirefest was a brutal one agressive racing from the start. Hot, muggy, and crosswinds made for tough day on the road. Near 1/2 way @theo372 had to abandon the race as someone took out his rear wheel, the race started to heat up as mid race points were on the line.
Monk grabbed the mid-race points sprint, and after one rider got up the road, we made the call to focus on the field sprint. Sitting patient just off the FIB train, the boys launched Monk perfectly to take the sprint.
That was enough to tie on points and put us in the overall leaders jersey for both Fat & Skinny Fest and @midwest_cup . 🏆 to top it off we celebrated with our Host family. A pool party and ice cream for Craig’s and Nicks birthday @krkirkendall .
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Monk grabbed the mid-race points sprint, and after one rider got up the road, we made the call to focus on the field sprint. Sitting patient just off the FIB train, the boys launched Monk perfectly to take the sprint.
That was enough to tie on points and put us in the overall leaders jersey for both Fat & Skinny Fest and @midwest_cup . 🏆 to top it off we celebrated with our Host family. A pool party and ice cream for Craig’s and Nicks birthday @krkirkendall .
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#Cycling #RoadRace #BikeRacing #CyclingTeam #SCW
Friday night at @fatandskinnytirefest was a fast one. The boys were flowing all race and staying attentive near the front when a huge crash split things up with Matt and Sam getting caught up in it. Thankfully both guys were okay and the race was neutralized.
Once things got rolling again, the team regrouped just off the FIB train and Cayden put down an absolute killer leadout for Monk to sprint in for 2nd on the night.
Strong ride from the whole squad.
📸 @thebeardandbokeh
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#FatAndSkinnyFest #CritRacing #BikeRacing #scw #cycling
Once things got rolling again, the team regrouped just off the FIB train and Cayden put down an absolute killer leadout for Monk to sprint in for 2nd on the night.
Strong ride from the whole squad.
📸 @thebeardandbokeh
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#FatAndSkinnyFest #CritRacing #BikeRacing #scw #cycling
Cobb Park Criterium is coming up quick. With the @midwest_cup kicking off this weekend at @fatandskinnytirefest, the racing keeps going in Kankakee at Cobb Park. Fast racing, good vibes, and always a fun course around the park and river.
Grab your teammates, get signed up but don’t fall in…
#CobbParkCriterium #MidwestCup #CritLife #BikeRacing #scw
Grab your teammates, get signed up but don’t fall in…
#CobbParkCriterium #MidwestCup #CritLife #BikeRacing #scw
A great showing at the Derby City Omnium.
Day one: Was packed with aggressive racing from the boys. Craig launched a late-race flyer and was caught with two laps to go, setting us up for a field sprint.
The leadout was executed perfectly, but an unfortunate unclip in the sprint for Monk cost us the win. Still holding on for second. Cayden and Jake finished just a few spots behind to round out a strong team performance.
Day two: Brought more aggressive racing on a tough course. Multiple moves looked promising but were eventually brought back. With four laps to go, Cayden went up the road with an amazing effort, Cayden dropped the rest of the break to take the gambler’s prime and ride it in solo for the Win!
The field nearly caught the final riders up the road, but a perfectly timed sprint Monk powered through to win the field sprint for 3rd, while Jake rounded out the top 10 with 9th on the day.
Strong racing all weekend the team came away with a win, multiple podiums, and 2nd overall.
A strong showing from El Presidente.
Day 1 he took 2nd in the 60+ after a fast, hard race, finishing just behind legend and multi-time national and world champion Kent Bostic.
On Day 2, after a tough battle on an extremely demanding course, Steve dug deep to finish 3rd, helping secure 2nd place overall.
@racepenguincycling
#iam1stphorm💪🏽 #scw #cycling #since1923 #fyp
Day one: Was packed with aggressive racing from the boys. Craig launched a late-race flyer and was caught with two laps to go, setting us up for a field sprint.
The leadout was executed perfectly, but an unfortunate unclip in the sprint for Monk cost us the win. Still holding on for second. Cayden and Jake finished just a few spots behind to round out a strong team performance.
Day two: Brought more aggressive racing on a tough course. Multiple moves looked promising but were eventually brought back. With four laps to go, Cayden went up the road with an amazing effort, Cayden dropped the rest of the break to take the gambler’s prime and ride it in solo for the Win!
The field nearly caught the final riders up the road, but a perfectly timed sprint Monk powered through to win the field sprint for 3rd, while Jake rounded out the top 10 with 9th on the day.
Strong racing all weekend the team came away with a win, multiple podiums, and 2nd overall.
A strong showing from El Presidente.
Day 1 he took 2nd in the 60+ after a fast, hard race, finishing just behind legend and multi-time national and world champion Kent Bostic.
On Day 2, after a tough battle on an extremely demanding course, Steve dug deep to finish 3rd, helping secure 2nd place overall.
@racepenguincycling
#iam1stphorm💪🏽 #scw #cycling #since1923 #fyp
2nd on the day w/ @coleguest throwing down this past weekend
at NY State Championship.
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#fyp #podium #scw #iam1stphorm #since1923
at NY State Championship.
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Battle on the Border. Hard racing, big efforts, and lessons learned. We’ll take it and keep building.
Go and give your local 📸 photographer a hug! Huge thanks to @thebeardandbokeh for capturing some amazing footage this weekend. He works his ass off.
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Go and give your local 📸 photographer a hug! Huge thanks to @thebeardandbokeh for capturing some amazing footage this weekend. He works his ass off.
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#cycling #bike #racing #fyp #scw
A little Battle on the border thank you @kvcycling for hosting. Love the new course!
Cayden, Cole and Monk lining up at Sunny King Criterium tonight! 🔥🚴♂️
Tune in at 6:00 PM Central and watch the action unfold. Don’t miss it.
Check out @sunnykingcrit to tune into the live stream
Tune in at 6:00 PM Central and watch the action unfold. Don’t miss it.
Check out @sunnykingcrit to tune into the live stream
March recap: kicked things off at Team Camp, rolled into Tour of St. Louis, and closed it out at Autobahn. Strong start to the season and we’re just getting warmed up. Big things ahead.
#recap #scw #southchicagowheelmen #since1923 #cycling
#recap #scw #southchicagowheelmen #since1923 #cycling
We kick this weekend off with our guy all over the map. Alabama, Virginia, and Illinois
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Over or under the leg warmers… which one are you?
Go and get you some @litet_socks today use promo code SCW10
Go and get you some @litet_socks today use promo code SCW10
Phormula-1 from @1stphorm might be one of the best recovery mixes out there. Great for recovery, tastes unreal, and no chalky texture just smooth every time.
What’s your go-to recovery mix?
https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=scw
#1stPhorm #Phormula1 #postriderecovery #fyp #southchicagowheelmen
What’s your go-to recovery mix?
https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=scw
#1stPhorm #Phormula1 #postriderecovery #fyp #southchicagowheelmen
Happy Birthday to the man, the myth, the legend — El Presidente! 🚴♂️
The Illinois cycling scene wouldn’t be the same without you. One year older, one year stronger! 💪
The Illinois cycling scene wouldn’t be the same without you. One year older, one year stronger! 💪
Huuuuugggee thanks to our sponsor @1stphorm getting us right so we can stay on the top of our game with pre, during, and post workout fuel. If you have yet to check out their products click the link in our Bio.
#1stphorm #phormula1 #megawatt #protein #recovery
#1stphorm #phormula1 #megawatt #protein #recovery
Omnium result for day 1 at Autobahn Omnium
Time trial start list.
Clock is ticking registration closes tonight. Get registered before prereg closes.
* weather is looking up 50s on Saturday and upper 60s on Sunday! *
* weather is looking up 50s on Saturday and upper 60s on Sunday! *
🚨 5 days till we kick the season off in Chicago. Head over to bike reg and sign up to start the year off with us at the Autobahn Omnium. Let’s get the 2026 season rollin! Registration Closes Thursday Night!🚨
📸 @thebeardandbokeh
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#autobahnomnium #raceseason #bikeracing #scw #cycling
📸 @thebeardandbokeh
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Shout to the gem @sammyboyytoohot happy birthday big dog!
It’s almost time to race. Autobahn Omnium Tech Guide. Come out next weekend March 28-29th and race your bike.
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Who wore it best?
#scw #southchicagowheelmen #cycling #crit #critstache
#scw #southchicagowheelmen #cycling #crit #critstache
Registration is open for the Autobahn Omnium.
Join us March 28–29 in Joliet, IL for a full weekend of racing at Autobahn Country Club. Fast course, great competition, and a fun atmosphere for riders of all levels.
Grab your teammates, pick your category, and get registered before the fields fill up.
See you on the start line.
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#AutobahnOmnium #BikeRacing #CritRacing #SCW #fyp
Join us March 28–29 in Joliet, IL for a full weekend of racing at Autobahn Country Club. Fast course, great competition, and a fun atmosphere for riders of all levels.
Grab your teammates, pick your category, and get registered before the fields fill up.
See you on the start line.
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#AutobahnOmnium #BikeRacing #CritRacing #SCW #fyp
Day 3 of team camp did not disappoint.
Cinnamon rolls and doughnuts @thesugarqueendoughnutry 🍩, some team skill photo work @cliff.bar.nett, a few pregame beers, bubble hockey, pool, and wrapping it up with some @knoxvilleicebears action. 🏒
Solid team vibes heading into the season.
#TeamCamp #CyclingTeam #BikeRacing #CritLife #scw
Cinnamon rolls and doughnuts @thesugarqueendoughnutry 🍩, some team skill photo work @cliff.bar.nett, a few pregame beers, bubble hockey, pool, and wrapping it up with some @knoxvilleicebears action. 🏒
Solid team vibes heading into the season.
#TeamCamp #CyclingTeam #BikeRacing #CritLife #scw
Day 2 of team camp did not disappoint. 95 miles and about 8k of climbing followed by some YumYum sauce and Call Of Duty MW3
2026 South Chicago Wheelmen Team Camp is underway. ✅
Day 1 in the books: 75 miles and over 8,000 ft of climbing. The crew showed up strong; big climbs, big views, and even bigger goals for the season ahead.
More miles, more suffering, and more memories to come. 🚴♂️💪
Day 1 in the books: 75 miles and over 8,000 ft of climbing. The crew showed up strong; big climbs, big views, and even bigger goals for the season ahead.
More miles, more suffering, and more memories to come. 🚴♂️💪
The boys are ready to take on @tucson_bicycleclassic this weekend for some desert racing. Cheer them on stay tuned with some race updates.
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#tbc #bikeracing #SCW #since1923 #stagerace
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#tbc #bikeracing #SCW #since1923 #stagerace
Waiting on the rest of the crew to get here… just chilling and some good vibes before Thursday @tucson_bicycleclassic starts 🚲 🌵
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#goodvibe #tbc #southchicagowheelmen #since1923 #raceweekend
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#goodvibe #tbc #southchicagowheelmen #since1923 #raceweekend
2026 is officially underway down in AZ 🏜️🌵
@coleguest and @jgcycling2 kicking off the season and dust off the snow as they roll into @vosstagerace. Smash it boy
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#vos #SouthChicagoWheelmen #bikeracing #2026season #letsgo
@coleguest and @jgcycling2 kicking off the season and dust off the snow as they roll into @vosstagerace. Smash it boy
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#vos #SouthChicagoWheelmen #bikeracing #2026season #letsgo
They’re faster than you and they can’t even drive yet! We’re excited to continue to support our Wheelmen Juniors as they develop in the sport.
#critracing #criterium #usacycling #critlife #roadcycling
#critracing #criterium #usacycling #critlife #roadcycling
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