A celebration in photos from my son's 2019 NICA season

This is a celebration in photos of my son and his 2019 NICA season.

I am so excited and proud of my son.  

Finishing off the NICA season strong. He started and finished every race in the series. 

Starting training back in April earlier this year. 

He learned a lot along the way, as so did I. 

From bike issues and some nutrition advice, he did great. 

A race, halfway through the season, the derailleur snapped off his bike. He had help in getting the bike to roll, then ended up pushing the bike with his legs on either side to the finish. 

I was proud of him in his determination to finish the race.  

He is looking forward to the 2020 season. 

I want him to keep having fun and bring him out on the trails with me to keep him active. 

The last few corners of the last race this season I will always remember. 

He had the biggest smile on his face before he rode by me. I yelled his name and in response he rang the bell on his bike as he rolled by. 

Terra-Ride’s R1 Racing Lubricant made by KAEPS Sports

Keeping your chain in great shape is very important, as your chain is constantly moving when you are riding (unless you are coasting). Regular maintenance of your chain and bike will make it last along longer. The Terra-Ride’s R1 Racing Lubricant made by KAEPS Sports is an eco-friendly bike lubricant not only for chains but for cables, derailleurs and shifters. After a good washing of your bike, protect its moving parts with an application of the Terra-Ride R1 Racing Lubricant. It was developed for extreme conditions. The lube creates a good bond with the chain after applied and does a great job of repelling water. It can be used on both mountain bikes and road bikes.  Not to mention it is great for cyclocross bikes, as those courses tend to get a little muddy. Simply apply to the chain as you run it backwards and wipe off the excess.