Word from the wise

"I achieved all of my wins through super teamwork. Through those successes I gained self-confidence because I didn't want to disappoint my teammates."

-Andre Greipel
(on successful 14 win season)

More Than Just Another Cycling Team

Sustainable Cycling will not only strive to advance the sport of cycling, but we will also promote environmental sustainability through our carbon-neutral initiative and local environmental projects. We will set a positive image for fellow cyclists by identifying constructive ways to influence our environmental surroundings.

Environmental Impact

Nature is a cyclist’s “arena.” We thrive on the exhilaration we get from the cool wind hitting our face as we pedal countless miles across Indiana’s countryside. Sure, there are days when we wish we did not have to train in rainy, cold weather, but the environment gives us the ability to train and enjoy this beautiful sport. Having said that, we want to give back and promote our stance to help the environment in any way possible. Sustainable Cycling was built because our team members honestly care to make a difference. 

Carbon-Neutral Goal

Many of our races across the Midwest require us to travel by car, and we understand that traveling to all of these races leaves a significant carbon footprint. In order to balance this travel, we are going to purchase carbon credits to offset our travel and resulting CO2 emissions that result from the travel. We plan to partner with a company called NativeEnergy to help support their Windbuilder’s program. By purchasing what are called CoolTags ($2 a piece) we will be eliminating approximately 300lbs of CO2 from the air, roughly equal to 300 miles traveled in our cars. 

Local Environmental Support

Sustainable Cycling will partner with a local environmental support group geared at environmental restoration, clean-up, and awareness. These projects could range from local river/park clean-ups, adopt-a-median/adopt-a-road, etc… We feel that it is important to support those initiatives that are happening at the grassroots level, and that it is key to “get our hands dirty” to help the cause. 

Tips for living "green"

Green living can be simple and practical. We believe that is is going to take everyone to make a difference and keep the green movement growing. Sustainable Cycling is doing their part to help educate and inform others the benefits of being more environmentally conscious in their daily lives. Not only can adopting "greener" habits help save our precious and beautiful Earth, but it can also help save you some serious money! Join the movement and spread the word...remember, there is no 'Plan'et B!