Hope you all had wonderful holidays and are ready to kick off an amazing 2026! We're recapping the Dawn to Dusk MTB team race, introducing our 2 new race team riders for 2026, and sharing upcoming events for the new year.
Happy New Year from Regroup Women!
Team News
👕 2026 Team Kits Coming Soon!
The wait is almost over! Our 2026 team kits should arrive by early February. Get ready to rock the new Eliel designs!
🚴♂️ Team Spotlights Coming!
We'll be featuring team members on social media throughout the season. Haven't filled out the team survey yet? There's still time!
🌵 Tucson Women's Shootout Takeover!
Friday-Sunday Weekend in Tucson (Likely March)
📅 Saturday: Women's Shootout
🚴♀️ Sunday: Easy recovery loop ride
🍽️ Weekend: Team dinners, hangouts, and good times!
We're looking to plan this epic team bonding weekend! Watch for a poll in the team chat about possible March weekends. Mandy will be helping coordinate.
January Social Media Theme:
"Race Team Reveal and New Season Buzz"
This month kicks off our race team reveals, sharing our 2026 race calendar, and building excitement for the season ahead! We'll be introducing team members throughout the coming months.
Share your 2026 goals, training highlights, and new season energy!
Tag @elielcycling • @regroupwmn • @regroupwithus
Submit photos and content ideas for our social media!
Dawn 2 Dusk MTB Team Relay
What a race! Anna, Chelsea, Lindsay, and Rose crushed it as a relay team at the Dawn 2 Dusk MTB race, finishing 4th place out of 13 teams!
Incredible teamwork, grit, and endurance on the trails. This is what team spirit looks like! 💪🚵♀️
🏆 4th Place Finish
12 hours • 9 laps • 4 teammates • 1 epic day
Introducing Our 2 New Race Team Riders for 2026!
We're so excited to introduce two more of our 2026 race team riders!
Stay tuned for upcoming newsletters where we'll feature more team members!
Ann
Iowa → Arizona (since 2003)
Road group rides with some spicy efforts or punchy hills. Love riding with ladies (or guys not trying to win the TDF!). Maybe my next bike needs to be gravel!
PV loop on weekdays for the climbs and scenery. Saturdays? Anywhere with good company and nice roads!
Grew up riding around Iowa, then trails in North Scottsdale and Carefree roads since the mid-90s. The Ladies BOS includes some of my old routes from 20+ years ago!
A good latte! Usually a protein shake-to-go rushing kids to activities, but eggs & toast when time allows.
Coeur d'Alene 70.3 on June 22! After three years at Escape From Alcatraz tri, excited for this new challenge.
With family (husband of 16 years, 7-year-old daughter & 4-year-old son), working in healthcare real estate, mentoring young professionals, community engagement, and public speaking.
Power and peace - fueled by grit, guided by grace
Strong leaders supporting women while consistently training. It's not about ego—we want to be strong and fast but stay grounded in the journey together. That's a fierce combo.
Mandy
Marana (Tucson area) • Navy child & former professional ballerina
Long road rides with some climbing. But I do also love a fast rip on my TT bike!
The Women's Shootout in Tucson
My son and daughter started doing triathlons when they were 6 years old so I started chasing them around. I did tris for many years until cartilage damage in my knee forced me to quit running. Then I started racing bikes because I couldn't stay away from the start line!
Latte or iced coffee with cream and sugar. I also love chai lattes.
I always love Valley of the Sun stage race. Also the Arizona Time Trial series.
Doing yoga and Pilates. I love to cook and I throw pottery.
Even when I'm losing, I'm winning.
Lindsay! I met her racing and really liked her. When I saw her build a new women's team and make it so successful I knew I wanted to be a part of it.
Upcoming Team Rides & Events
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Weekly Ride: Ladies Usery LoopEvery Thursday at 7:00am | Meet at Hava Java | Join our Strava Club
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January 3rd - Women's BOSFirst Saturday of the new year! Wear your pink kit and let's start 2026 strong.
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Team Recovery Session - Date TBDFree team session at Recovery Lab at Vinna Performance! Lindsay is organizing - stay tuned for details.
🌵 Community Event: Regroup in the Desert
January 31, 2026 • 10 AM
Location: Regroup
Expect: Bikes, cycling culture & good vibes
Who It's For: Anyone who lives to bike
2026 Spring Race Calendar & Planning
The 2026 spring season is shaping up to be our biggest yet! Here's what we're planning and how you can get involved.
| Date | Race | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 19-22 | Tucson Bicycle Classic (TBC) | Road Stage Race |
| Mar 13-15 | Cactus Cup | MTB (Solo & Relay) |
| Mar 28 | Tour de Scottsdale | Fondo |
🏁 Tour de Scottsdale (March 28)
Mark your calendars! We're planning a strong team presence at Tour de Scottsdale. This is a great early-season goal for building fitness and team camaraderie.
💰 Save $25 until Dec 31st!
Use code 25ELTOUR at registration.
🎁 Planning for Tour de Tucson (November 2026)?
Purchase a $100 gift card now (Nov 26 - Dec 31) for one TdT entry! Use it anytime during the registration period once sign-ups open. Get your gift card.
🚵♀️ Cactus Cup (March 13-15)
MTB racing at its best! Cactus Cup offers both solo and relay options. Whether you're looking to tackle it solo or as a team, this is a great spring MTB race.
Starting 2026 Strong: Goal Setting & Team Success
The new year is the perfect time to set intentions and goals. Here are some tips to help you and our team start 2026 strong:
🎯 Set SMART Goals
Make your goals Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Instead of "get faster," try "improve my 20-minute power by 10 watts by March 1st."
👥 Share Your Goals with the Team
Accountability is powerful! Share your 2026 goals in GroupMe or during team rides. When the team knows what you're working toward, we can support you better.
📅 Pick Your A-Race(s)
Choose 1-3 "A" races for the year where you'll peak and give your best effort. Build your training plan backward from those dates. Everything else can be training or B-races.
🏋️♀️ Build a Strong Base
January and February are perfect for base miles. Focus on consistency, Zone 2 endurance, and building sustainable habits before intensity ramps up.
💪 Don't Forget Strength & Mobility
Off-the-bike training matters! Add strength work, yoga, or Pilates to prevent injuries and improve power. Even 20-30 minutes twice a week makes a difference.
🤝 Lean on Your Team
We're stronger together! Join team rides, ask questions, share tips, and celebrate wins (big and small). Your teammates are your biggest asset.
Remember: Progress over perfection. Every ride counts, every effort matters, and we're all in this together.
Let's make 2026 our best season yet! 💪🚴♀️
📋 What Are Your 2026 Goals?
Start the new year with intention! Share your 2026 cycling goals with the team.
We'll feature team goals in our January newsletter for accountability and inspiration!
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