August 14, 2010

According to www.Cyclingnews.com  Guide to Rider Transfers 2010 – 2011 Christophe Le Mevel, will likely sign with Garmin for 2011 campaign. UCI regulations stipulate that cyclist signings cannot be announced until September 1.

August 6, 2010

I apologize to our Race for Kids Fan Club members for being late in holding our monthly prize drawing. I should of held the drawing August 4, the first day of the Tour of Demark / Post Danmark Rundt. We held the drawing this morning during stage 3, California PST.

Congratulations to Arnie Cohen, our Race for Kids Fan Club monthly prize winner for the month of August! Way to go Arnie! To see what Arnie won go to our Race for Kids menu and click the Race for Kids monthly prize winners tab.

Hope you all are following Steven and the Garmin Transitions team during the Tour of Denmark. Another Garmin Tranistions squad is racing at the Tour of Poland / Tour de Pologne. Currently Steven’s teammate is holding the GC position in that stage race. To follow both of these stage races just go to www.cyclingnews.com

July 22, 2010

Congratulations to Will Stelter, our Race for Kids Fan Club monthly prize winner for the month of July! Way to go Will! To see what Will won go to our Race for Kids menu and click the Race for Kids monthly prize winners tab.

July 22, 2010

Biking For America

On June 5, Joseph Machado, a 13 year old kid began biking 2,700 miles across North America (California to Washington DC) to raise money for children, teens and their families, who are in need because of medical or mental health problems, or other life circumstances beyond their control. Joseph has become an example for all, that we can make a positive impact in the lives of others, and that at any age we can make a difference.

Well, Joseph successfully completed his journey accross America raising money for disadvantaged children. “good job” !  You can still donate to Joseph’s cause see below.

Go to www.BikingForAmerica.com and make a donation. Then sign up for my Race for Kids Fan Club and receive an autographed photo of me racing my bike in the Pro Tour of professional cycling.

Steven Cozza

June 30, 2010

Worlds Italy Elite Cyclist Steven Cozza 23rd Place 2008

Steven was happy to recently learn that he will be racing this coming month, in the Brixia Tour, Lombardy, Italy. Steven says during the racing season he’d rather be on the bike than off. Check out Steven’s Race Schedule on the side bar of this web site to see his second half racing schedule.

June 18, 2010
The second half of Steven’s racing season has begun. Check out his Race Schedule. Steven is currently in Italy. He has a race tomorrow. 

Steven Fishing for Food with Jen Fall 2009

 He says its beautiful where he is at. Says he’s near a beautiful lake. Steven’s tempted to go fishing after the race.

June 12, 2010

Chris Wegienka from Livonia, Michigan won the June Race for Kids Fan Club prize drawing! Go to the Race for Kids tab to see what Chris won. Congratulations Chris!

June 6, 2010

Biking For America

“On June 5, Joseph Machado, a 13 year old kid began biking 2,700 miles across North America (California to Washington DC) to raise money for children, teens and their families, who are in need because of medical or mental health problems, or other life circumstances beyond their control. Joseph has become an example for all, that we can make a positive impact in the lives of others, and that at any age we can make a difference. When we hear the cries in the dark for help we must never turn our back and walk the other way; we must be brave to step forth and be counted.

I’m asking you to step forth and be counted, and support young Joseph’s compassionate and couragous effort to help others in need. Go to www.BikingForAmerica.com and make a donation. Then sign up for my Race for Kids Fan Club and receive an autographed photo of me racing my bike in the Pro Tour of professional cycling.” Steven Cozza

May 15, 2010

Congratulations to Carina Daniels for winning the Race for Kids, May drawing held for fan club members only. Carina won a Cozza Autographed: ITT Tour of California 2009 “I’m so fast my shadow can’t keep up with me.” Poster

The Cozza Team will be handing out glossy cards of this poster to anyone spotted wearing a Steven “Cozza Stache” at any time during the Tour of California.

May 11, 2010

Tour of California Update

1. For any fans seen wearing the “Cozza Stache” by the Cozza Team anytime during the Tour of California they will receive a free beautiful glossy photo card of Steven racing his TT with the words “I’m so fast my shadow can’t keep up with me.” Every card will have a printed Cozza signature. So young and old, boys and girls, women and men can cut out the stache by downloading it off Steven’s web site or just make your own. The Cozza team will be looking for you at every event and stage of the race.

2. Steven’s Race for Kids Fan Club members will participate in a our monthly drawing which takes place the first race Steven is in each month. Steven has a great prize to give away for this drawing. So sign up now if you haven’t already and become a Race for Kids Fan Club member to become eligible for monthly prizes throughout the racing season.

3. Also look out for Steven Cozza’s Race for Kids Cycling Coloring Book. All proceeds from this unique and beautiful cycling coloring book goes to Steven’s Race for Kids children’s charitiy (s). You can receive a Steven Cozza’s Race for Kids Cycling Coloring Book free for a donation of $20. to his Race for Kids program.

See you all at the Tour of California!!! Let have fun and cheer your favorite team. The Cozza Team will be cheering for the Garmin Transition boys! Go Garmin Transitions!!!! Now lets enjoy the race and have fun!!!

May 8, 2010

“Hey kids, moms and dads, grandpas and grandmas, keep a look out for my new Steven Cozza Race for Kids Cycling Coloring Book. I’m going to make it available on my web site and paperback copy beginning the Tour of California. You can get a paperback copy free for a donation of $20. The donation goes to my Race for Kids Fan Club program. The money raised will be given to a children’s charity (s) at the beginning of each racing season. You will also be able to download pages of my cycling coloring book off my web site www.stevencozza.com There are fun things in my coloring book for kids of all ages from 1 – 100!” – Steven Cozza

April 8 thru Tour De France July 2010

Tupper on Tour for Right to Play 

We’re two women from Norway who are fund raising for Right To Play. We are both dedicated cycling fans, and have chosen Tour de France for the peak of the fund raising. There will be auctions with some great items donated by cyclists, teams and fan clubs, and a possibility to donate via justgiving.com. All the money raised will also go towards Steven Cozza’s ‘Race For Kids Fan Club’ total. We are both Steven Cozza Race for Kids Fan Club members. Help kids and join Steven’s Race for Kids Fan Club!

Why did we choose Right To Play?

Because their mission is to improve the lives of children in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the world by using the power of sport and play for development, health and peace.

Check out our blog, where we among other things have ‘Rider of the week’ and articles about what Right To Play are doing.

http://tupperontour.tumblr.com/

Thank you so much! =)

Mona Skalevik and Solveig Anderson

April 18, 2010

Today at Amstel my teammate Timmy Duggan broke his collarbone. Let’s keep Timmy in our thoughts for a speedy recovery. This is his second collarbone break this season. I know how disappointing this can be.

April 11, 2010

Prior to the Paris Roubaix, Steven said, “In 1995, Fred Rompelberg reached a speed of 167.04 MPH riding a bicycle on a flat surface. I’m going to try and break that record today.”

April 11, 2010

Paris Roubaix Race for Kids Fan Club Special Drawing

The Race for Kids Fan Club held a special drawing for its fan club members to celebrate the historical Classic race, Paris Roubaux. This race is Steven’s favorite race. He wanted to hold this special drawing to celebrate the Classic race, Paris Roubaix.

Congratulations to Tara Creevey of Australia, who is the winner of the Race for Kids Fan Club Special Paris Roubaix drawing! Tara won a Cozza autographed: 2009 Paris Roubaix Poster, Garmin Transitions CamelBak water bottle and a Garmin Transitions cycling cap. Enjoy the race! Go Garmin/Transitions!!!!

April 4, 2010

My Godson Brodie watching the Tour of Flanders!

“It’s great to be back racing again. My Godson Brodie is a Garmin Transitions fan. He’ll be cheering on the Garmin Transitions boys as they race the Tour of Flanders today.” – Steven Cozza

April 3, 2010

Congratulations to Jarrod Cavner! Winner of the montlhy Race for Kids Fan Club members drawing! To see what Jarrod won go to the Race for Kids Fan Club tab on Steven’s web site and click monthly prize winners. Steven says, “Go Jarrod! and Great racing to your cycling team in Oaklahoma. Now I gotta go get on my bike and help my teammates win Flanders! Go Garmin Transitions! Woop Woop!”

April 2, 2010

Steven says, “Just got word I’m racing Flanders. Off to Belgium I go today. Looking forward to this next wave of races.” “Woop Woop!”

March 12, 2010

Steven says the next 10 people to become Race for Kids Fan Club members will not only receive an autographed photo of Steven, but will also receive a Garmin / Transitions water bottle made by CamelBak, which is also signed by Steven. So select a children’s charity make a donation and sign up by going to the Race for Kids Fan Club tab on Steven’s home page.

This CamelBak Garmin / Transitions water bottle give away will last until the 10 person signs up or will end on March 22, the first day of the Volta Ciclista a Catalunya, Spain, UPT (Pro Tour) – Steven’s Comeback race!

March 4, 2010

Go to Steven’s Race Schedule to see the most recent update of his Comeback Race Schedule.

March 3, 2010

On Steven’s birthday, he celebrates by announcing this month’s Race for Kids Fan Club prize winner.

Steven, says, “This is a great birthday gift for me to be able to give my little friend Aaron my Race for Kids Fan Club prize. Congratulations to Meri, Robert & little Aaron for being our March Race for Kids Fan Club prize winner. I’m happy to give little Aaron my Cozza Never Give Up T shirt. Aaron this one’s for you. Always remember in life to Never Give Up at whatever you do; always try your best. Then you can be proud of yourself no matter what the result is. Aaron you are my hero. When I race and things get difficult I think of you and other kids who face challenges in their young lives. You give me strength. I hope we can meet up in Sacramento at the Amgen Tour of California in May. Now go and have fun.”

March 1, 2010

Please go to the Race Schedule on the home page to find out Steven’s first race back to the peloton.

Steven’s 25th birthday is Wednesday March 3, 2010. Happy Birthday Steven! Go Cozzzzza!!!

Steven’s Race for Kids Fan Club will be holding the monthly drawing for fan club members soon. so keep a look out in the Race for Kids Fan Club tab for the announcement of the prize winner.

The Cozza “Never Give Up” T shirt is now available. $3. dollars from each shirt goes to Steven’s Race for Kids Fan Club’s children’s charities. So purchase a nice looking T shirt and at the same time help out disadvantaged children throughout the world! Just go to the home page to find a list of stores and an online site to pick up a Tshirt.

February, 12, 2010

Steven is now back in Spain beginning his rehab program. He has a positive outlook and is looking forward to getting back on his bike to help his teammates.

Steven sends a heartfelt thanks to his fans, friends, teammates, Garmin staff and family for all their support. He also wishes his teammate Kirk Carlson a speedy recovery from his injury.

February, 11, 2010

Steven’s surgery was a success! He is now in his hospital room in much pain ringing the nurses for pain medication. He says he’s glad the surgery is over and very thankful for his surgeon, who also repaired damage to tendons from previous collar bone injuries. Steven will stay in the hospital today and leave for Girona tomorrow with help from Toby Watson, Garmin Transistions staff. After surgery Toby was a great support for Steven. Steven’s girlfriend, Jen will arrive in Girona on Tuesday to care for him.

Steven is now probably sound a sleep with a big simle on his cute face, dreaming of Jen being with him, fishing a wild trout stream somewhere in the mountains!

February, 10, 2010

Steven will have surgery tomorrow February 11th. Please keep him in your thoughts. His injury is more extensive them what was thought. He has one of the best surgeons in Europe specializing in collarbone injuries. Steven says he has a lot of confidence in his surgeon. He is hopeful the surgery will be a success and he’ll be back on the bike this season.

February, 8, 2010

Steven broke his collarbone today in stage 2 Tour of Qatar. He’ll be leaving tomorrow heading back to Girona for surgery and to rehab. Said he felt very strong today. He’s very disappointed; but is determined as ever to get back on his bike to help his team. It’s still early in the season.

February 7, 2010

The Race For Kids Fan Club monthly drawing took place today and we are happy to announce Eric Schnakenberg was our February prize winner! Go to the Race For Kids Fan Club tab to see what Eric won! Steven wants to encourage more cycling fans to become Race For Kids Fan Club members. Way to go Eric!!!!  Look for  our March winner the day of Steven’s first race in March.

January 17, 2010

Steven’s Race For Kids Fan Club Prize Winner Announced

We have our first prize winner for the monthly Race For Kids Fan Club drawing. The first drawing was held today January 17, 2010 to celebrate the opening of the Garmin Transitions training camp in Spain. Go to the Race For Kids Fan Club tab and click Steven’s Race For Kids Fan Club Monthly Prize Winner to see who our first winner is.

A drawing is held each month the day of Steven’s first race. Only Race For Kids Fan Club members are eligible.

Some Clothing Tips I found for the Cycling fan from Velo News - scott cozza

8 Answers to Common Bike Clothing Questions

Steven Cozza was all style at the 2008 Amgen Tour of California

Photo: Jesse Hammond/ Active.com By Don Powell
VeloNews

Bib or Drawstring Shorts?
Bibs are a must for serious cyclists. Drawstring shorts restrict your abdomen, making it harder to breath. Plus, bibs eliminate potential plumber’s crack.

Chamois Cream or None?
When it comes to backside health, a little chamois cream goes a long way. This is especially true if you’re jumping back into big miles. Lather up during rainy rides or races. Road grit from the asphalt can get everywhere, so best protect your assets.

Sleeves or Sleeveless?
In the past, the Hulk Hogan look was faux pas. But lots of pro racers have been seen with their sleeves torn off, giving the sleeveless movement momentum. Just beware that crashing on bare shoulders can leave a nasty scar—and ruin your cool tattoo. Also, the rulebook says you must have sleeves to race.

Gloves or Barehanded?
It’s okay not to wear gloves when training. It helps stop lame below-the-knuckle tan lines. But when racing, put on a pair to help protect your precious hands in the event of a fall, because even a small palm scrape can keep you off your bike for days.

Base Layer or None?
In cold weather it’s a no brainer. Layers keep you warm and give you options if the sun does come out. On hot days, a thin base layer helps wick moisture away from your skin—and provides one more layer between you and the road if there’s a pile-up.

Short or Tall Socks?
There are lots of fun options available from plain white to smiley faces. Here’s a simple guide: White socks for good weather; black socks for bad weather. High socks for skinny legs; low socks for stocky sprinters. Bumper-sticker slogans on your socks? No.

Cycling Cap Under the Helmet?
Why not? It’s a good mix of retro fashion and necessary function. But watch out on cold days. Wet cotton against the head is a bad idea. Use a synthetic cap instead. Keep your cap on while fueling up at the coffee shop—you’ve got a horizontal indent across your forehead underneath.

Jacket Versus Vest?
Jackets help keep you warm and dry, but serious cyclists prefer vests because they usually do the trick with less bulk. That’s especially important when you’re continually taking it off and putting it back on during those long road rides.

Breaking News!

Godfather Steven With Brody 1 Day Old

October 3, 2009 Steven became a Godfather for Brody Tatman! Yahoooo! Go Brody!!!!!

Attention Race For Kids Fan Club Members

Important Dates

The first drawing of the racing season for Steven’s Race For Kids Fan Club Members will be held the day of Steven’s first race of 2010.

A drawing for prizes each month will be held at the time of Steven’s first race of each month. If Steven doesn’t race in a month then the drawing will always be held the first of the month.

The last drawing will occur on the day of Steven’s last race in the 2010 season.

Good luck to all of Steven’s Race For Kids Fan Club Members!

*Prize Winners will be posted in the Race For Kids Fan Club menu under the title Steven’s Race For Kids Fan Club Monthly Prize Winners!