Ever driven past that big white dome in Memorial Park and wondered what happens inside? It’s home to Olympians, Paralympians, national and world champions — but you can ride there too! Track cyclists Chris Murphy and Andrea Villaroman Murphy talk about one of Colorado Springs’ coolest cycling assets. They share what it’s like to ride the 32-degree bank, learn the Velo classes, race with no brakes or gears, youth programs with Kids on Bikes, para-cycling and why anybody — and any body — can give track cycling a try.
You can also come out and watch the racing! The athletes say one of the best ways to support our local velodrome is simply to show up, watch and cheer. And stick around until the end of this episode to hear how Chris and Andrea found love at the track and got married!
Host: Torie Giffin, Owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
Guests:
Chris Murphy, Paralympic track cyclist, world champion, world-record holder and coach at the Velodrome.
Andrea Villaroman Murphy, COS Racing track cyclist, current Masters National Champion
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
PEDAL THE SPRINGS
Hosted by Torie Giffin, owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Pedal the Springs shares the people, places, organizations and stories that make Colorado Springs an incredible place to ride.
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