Tag Archives: FC508

Janice Sheufelt – Winning the 2011 Furnace Creek 508

Posted on October 26, 2011 by John Foote - UltraRaceNews

by Janice (Wooshkeetaan) Sheufelt, As two friends and I were riding our trainers through another Alaska winter, one afternoon we watched the “Bicycle Dreams” DVD; RAAM looked much too extreme but it did start me thinking about doing an ultra. … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Chris Kostman, cycling, FC508, Furnace Creek 508, Janice Sheufelt, Seana Hogan, Ultracycling | 8 Comments

Flight of the Kestrel – Brian Ecker’s FC508

Posted on October 24, 2011 by John Foote - UltraRaceNews

By Brian Ecker Per the Furnace Creek 508 race web site, the 508 bicycle race is revered the world over for its epic mountain climbs, stark desert scenery, desolate roads, and its reputation as one of the toughest but most gratifying endurance … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Adam Bickett, Brian Ecker, cycling, Drew Peterson, FC508, Furnace Creek 508, Ultracycling | Leave a comment

John Schlitter’s FC508 – Battle of the Bents

Posted on October 21, 2011 by John Foote - UltraRaceNews

A frequent contributor to UltraRaceNews, John (Blue Racer) Schlitter has experienced yet another huge season on the Ultracycling circuit. It began in February at the Sebring 12/24 as usual, and ended with the Furnace Creek 508 (FC508). Just like many … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Bacchetta, cycling, FC508, Furnace Creek 508, John Schlitter, Seana Hogan, Tim Woudenberg, Ultracycling | 1 Comment

Third Time’s the Charm for “Rock Rabbit” at the FC508

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Jim Finger

The 2011 Furnace Creek 508 Winner’s Story Adam “Rock Rabbit” Bickett’s heart was racing at the start of the 2011 Furnace Creek 508. It’s a known problem for Adam. He attributes it to race day nerves. The 28 year-old from … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Adam Bickett, Brian Ecker, cycling, Drew Peterson, FC508, Furnace Creek 508, Kevin Walsh, Townes Pass, Ultracycling | 1 Comment

The Furnace Creek 508 – The Climax of a Recovery Year

Posted on October 16, 2011 by John Foote - UltraRaceNews

by Seana Hogan, My training began in January for this year’s racing. I had not been in serious racing mode for about 10 years, it felt really good to be back into it. The focus of the year would be … Continue reading →