New England Endurance
Celebrating New England's thriving endurance sports culture.
Our mission is to passionately showcase and celebrate the vibrant endurance sports culture thriving in New England. Through engaging conversations, local endurance athletes (Art Trapotsis and Eric Schenker) embark on a journey to uncover the essence of the region's clubs, group rides, cherished routes, legendary races, and the devoted community of athletes who proudly call New England home.
From the exhilarating realms of road cycling to the rugged trails of mountain biking, from triathlons to ultramarathons, from open-water swimming to collegiate rowing, this podcast is a tribute to the challenges, victories, and compelling narratives that shape the endurance sports landscape in this distinctive part of the United States.
With a commitment to fostering connections, providing valuable insights, and igniting inspiration, we strive to unite, inform, and empower the New England endurance community.
New England Endurance
Bike Racing in New England: NEBRA’s Role in Road and Cyclocross Racing
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In this episode of The New England Endurance Podcast, we’re joined by Alan Atwood, President of the New England Bike Racing Association (NEBRA) and a cornerstone of the region’s road and cyclocross cycling community. With over 30 years in competitive cycling—as a team manager, event organizer, announcer, and founder of Atwood Racing Services—Alan brings a wealth of experience and passion to the sport.
We dive into the origins and mission of NEBRA, the New England road and cyclocross racing calendars, the New England Cycling Hall of Fame, and how the organization collaborates with USA Cycling. Alan shares insights into the challenges facing the bike racing scene, including the decline of road racing, and NEBRA’s efforts to make the sport more inclusive and accessible.
Follow NEBRA at nebra.us and on Instagram or Facebook, and don’t forget to tag us @newenglandendurance with your favorite cycling stories. Rain or shine, New England’s terrain is calling—so get out there and ride!
Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.
