Colorado Premier Training || Testimonials/Client List

Partial Client List (coaching and consulting):

Individuals:

Levi Leipheimer, Professional Road Cyclist
Tom Danielson, Professional Road Cyclist
Dave Zabriski, Professional Road Cyclist, Fastest TT ever in the Tour de France
David Millar, Professional Road Cyclist
Magnus Backstedt, Professional Road Cyclist
Chris Baldwin, Multiple time US National TT Champion
Christian Vande Velde, Professional Road Cyclist
Danny Pate, Former U23 World TT Champion
Teddy King, Professional Road Cyclist
Taylor Phinney, World Time Trial Champion
Ben Kneller, Professional Road Cyclist
Jon Chodroff, Professional Road Cyclist
Tom Peterson, Professional Road Cyclist
Willow Koerber, Professional Mountainbiker
Ben Jacques-Maynes, Professional Road Cyclist
Dotsie Bausch, PanAm Gold Medalist, National Pursuit Champion
Chris Wherry, 2005 USPRO Champion, Professional Road Cyclist
Jamie Whitmore, Xterra World Champion
Lisa Lieb, Xterra Age Group National and World Champion
Todd Wells, 2x Olympian & US National Cyclocross Champion
Shonny VanLandingham, 5X National MTB Champion, 2008 XTERRA National Champion
Chann McRea, USPRO Champion
Anthony Colby, Professional Road Cyclist
Henk Vogels, Professional Road Cyclist
Eddy Gragus, Former USPRO Champion and USPRO Tour Champion
Hana Fiserova, 2003 Collegiate National Champion, Division 1 Professional Mountainbiker
Jennifer Gersbach, Professional Mountainbiker
Rolando Gonzalez, 2006 Iron Horse Champion, Professional Road Cyclist
Rolf Eisinger, Professional Road Cyclist
Kristina Maier, Professional Mountainbiker
Rich Keith, CEO Private Escapes Destination Clubs, Avid Cyclist

Teams:

Testimonials:

“"Rick Crawford was my first coach, and I realized how important he was to me after a few years apart. While Jonathan Vaughters is my head coach, Rick helps me with my CNS monitoring and keeps me in line, focused and motivated. Steve Owens is there to help me with my time trialing and aerodynamics. I've spent time working on time trail position in the past at other wind tunnel facilities, but these guys are definitely the best in the business. CPT is an important part of my training and the combined resources are worth more than I can describe."
- Tom Danielson, Professional Road Cyclist, Garmin-Slipstream Pro Cycling Team

“No doubt about it, working with both Steve Owens and Rick Crawford really made me a better cyclist. On the bike, my fitness and strength increased considerably while off the bike I found my ability to focus on what it takes to get to the next level grew as well. Steve and Rick are both excellent coaches in addition to being all-around stand up guys. Thanks Colorado Premier Training!"
- Teddy King, Professional Road Cyclist, Cervelo Test Team Pro Cycling Team

“Thanks to CPT, Steve Owens and the wind tunnel, I have been able to up my level of time trialing immensely. The knowledge I have gained is invaluable. I can't wait to go back to the wind tunnel to learn more."
- Alison Powers, 2008 US National Pro Time Trial Champion, Team Type 1 Pro Cycling Team

“I had the opportunity to head up to the Colorado Premier Training wind tunnel facility in Ft. Collins, CO to do some testing on my Felt TT bike. I thought I had a pretty aerodynamic position before, but I was able to make some significant improvements to cut through the wind even faster. At 30mph, my new position saves me a whopping 20 watts of power! Over a 30km course, thats in the neighborhood of 40 seconds faster. Wow!!! I can't wait to try it out in a race. 'Daimo', our mechanic had to make some clever changes to my aerobar set up to accommodate my new position, but it worked perfect when I went back to test it again later in the week. It is really amazing how much little changes affect your drag, and it is really something you have to be aware of in a time trial race. Minute changes in head and helmet position can make a big difference. You have to think of how you are slipping through the air, and not just how hard you go or how you are pacing yourself."
- Timmy Duggan, Professional Road Cyclist, Garmin-Slipstream Pro Cycling Team

“Since I began working with CPT, my love and energy for the mountain bike has been renewed. Prior to seeking Rick Crawford's expertise, I was tired and discouraged, frustrated and defeated. With Rick's help and patience, we brought the fun back into my training. He likes to say, "when Willow is happy, Willow is fast". He's right!"
- Willow Koerber, Professional Mountainbiker, Team Gary Fisher / Subaru

“Working with Colorado Premier Training and Rick Crawford for nearly my entire professional career has been one of the most important parts of reaching my athletic goals. Natural ability and genetic athleticism will get you pretty far but having the knowledge and experience of a great coach is what allows you to reach your full potential."
- Shonny Vanlandingham, 5 Time mountain bike National Champion 2008 XTERRA National Champion

“Time trials have always been considered my weakness in cycling...that's when I decided to pay a visit to Steve Owens at Colorado Premier Training for a session in the wind tunnel. Steve and his team didn't let me down! They have set me up with a new position that is saving me minutes in just about every time trial I've done this year (2009). Steve and his staff were very professional and sought excellence to find me the fastest position possible for me. We probably tried tried 20 or 30 different positions in my hour at the wind tunnel. One of the great things about working with Steve is that you can see the excitement when he's testing new positions and figuring out the most aerodynamic one for you. Weather you would consider yourself a good or bad time trialest, Steve and his team can, and will make you even faster."
- Caleb Fairly, Elite U23 Cyclist; Team Felt-Holowesko / Garmin

“Coaching has proven to be one of my best investments in cycling, running a close second to buying my first bicycle. For anyone who takes their fitness and athletic performance seriously and who desires to see real improvements, having a professional coach is a must. The guidance and support of the Colorado Premier Training coaching staff has transformed me from a self-coached, over-trained, and struggling cyclist to a strong collegiate racer on a nationally competitive team. In the five months leading to my 2007 season, CPT guided me to a near 15% improvement in my threshold power, something I had never dreamed of before working with a coach. Regardless of the goals of an endurance athlete, I feel confident that CPT can help anyone reach a new level of performance."
- JD, Collegiate Cyclist

"I don't know if you care to hear this stuff, but my first TT of the year was Sunday. Seven mile TT which was flat and windy. I took over 40 seconds out of the second place guy overall, and over a minute out of the second place p/1/2/3 in seven miles. Thanks for the help in the tunnel. My power output was down for the first time in a TT, but I am sure that while I would have been competitive and perhaps won, the time I threw up was STORMING! Thanks again."
- William O., Cyclist

“"Steve Owens' cycling knowledge and expertise are off the charts and he has played a pivotal role in my cycling. Just one year ago I was ready to quit racing and at that time I decided to start working with Steve and through his knowledge and guidance I have achieved more than I ever hoped to accomplish in my racing. He is the ultimate hands on coach. Many thanks to Steve for all his knowledge of this sport."
- Melissa McWhirter, Professional Road Cyclist, Veloforma Cycling Team

"Last night was the first real effort with the new TT position. It was really great and I road a personal best on the course (20 + seconds faster than previous efforts) and my legs were still a bit flat from the past race weekend. This is all by way of saying thanks for the attention to detail. CPT is doing a great job. It�s rare that amateur/age group racers, like myself, get the type of attention and professional treatment that your place has provided. It is making me faster and I am very thankful. Now I need a PR on the Gila TT course! We�ll see�"
- Michael C., Cyclist

“As a novice cyclist with only a recreational interest, I could be best described, several years ago, as an enthusiastic but poor cyclist. Through a friend, I was introduced to Steve Owens and Colorado Premier Training, which changed my life, at least on a fitness and recreational level. I lost over 20 pounds, ride several centuries each season, including the Triple Bypass and have made cycling an integral part of my life. Steve’s training and coaching pushed me to new and higher levels and I continue to look for his guidance, several years later.”
- Richard, CEO, Private Escapes Destination Clubs

“Colorado Premier Training has not only improved my training but it has also taught me how to train. I have been cycling for a few years with no direction until I began working with CPT. They have a wide range of knowledge and expertise when it comes to coaching. I am a certified coach as well, and use CPT not only for bouncing ideas around on training methodology, but also for coaching services. Give CPT a chance and you WILL see results.”
- Brian, Category 3 road cyclist

“Results were very hit and miss and random for me up until mid 1999. Usually sitting in during a cat 3 crits wasn't too bad as long as there was no hill and things didn't get too hard. I was able to put myself right in the top five on the bell lap, no problem. But if I had to go anaerobic very much throughout the race I'd stand to sprint at the finale and end up sitting right back down. It was frustrating, but not overwhelming - just another problem to overcome. I explained my situation to Steve Owens in about May 1999. He suggested a couple of specific workouts that changed my life. It was stuff I never, ever would have done myself intuitively. I ended up winning four crits that year, all with big, explosive, anaerobic efforts in the last kilo. I had time to zip up and salute three times. Two crits were Colorado state championships (ACA and USCF). It was heaven. I've retained Steve and CPT since then. Without any question, this has been one of the wisest things I've done.”
- Tom, Category 2 road cyclist