First Rate Mortgage Cycling Team (Northwest Velo) is focused on developing team-centric racing and rider development throughout the Northwest in the road, track, and cyclocross disciplines . For 2009 FRM is looking to add depth in all categories including our very successful women's squad, now entering its second year.

If you are looking to race and continue to develop team-centric racing skills by being part of a cohesive racing team, please join us on our Meet the Team Ride:

9:30 a.m.
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Ride leaves from Pert's Deli (120 Lakeside Ave, Seattle, WA 98122), in the Leschi neighborhood. There is ample parking nearby. Please be at Pert's by 9:20 for a 9:30 AM departure.

This will be a social ride, at a conversational pace, around the south end of Lake Washington. Allow about 2 hours. The ride may stop for 5-10 minutes along the way, but otherwise, be prepared for a continuous ride. The ride will happen rain, wind, or sunshine! Bring a functioning road bike (full fenders are appreciated if it's damp), helmet, water, some food, weather-appropriate clothing, a little money, and an extra tube in case you flat.