The Official Website of Ultra Distance Cyclist Mark Metcalfe
Meet My Crew
Linda Metcalfe
I have been cycling almost 30 years and just in the past year have gotten interested in long distance. I don't ever think I'll be interested enough to do a RAW or RAAM kind of distance though. I've crewed for Mark many times: RAAM 2005, Team RAAM 2007, Texas Hill Country 600, and many other small races. Looking forward to the adventure of RAW!
Lauren Metcalfe
I am a student at Texas State University, studying communication design. I have also crewed many times for my dad and I have enjoyed the experience. I try to ride a bit but my passion is gymnastics, which I have been doing for 16 years. I still love competing and have been on the Texas State team for 3 years. I'm looking forward to another exciting time crewing for my dad.
Kalleen Whitford
I'm doing it again and so glad to be a part of Mark's Quest to tame the West. I have had a passion for the Race Across America since I read an article in my local paper about such an outrageous event in 1991. I have loved cycling since I learned to ride when I was 6 years old. I can't ride those long distances but have found joy in helping those who can. I have 4 years of RAAM under my belt as crew and as an official. I have lost count on the number of years I have helped with The Texas Time Trials and Rando events that produce racers for RAAM. Yeah! Let's go! Pedal, Pedal, Pedal!!!!
Steve Petty
Unlike the rest of the crew, I have NOT been cycling forever - just 3.5 years. I recently was introduced to the world of ultra distance cycling (randonnuering) and LOVE it. To make me even a little more unique, I ride a performance recumbent type bike.
I've competed the past 3 years at the Texas Time Trials (both 4 person team 500 mile division-1st both times, & most recently the 24 hour event at the Texas Time Trials-2nd overall). I will be competing in the upcoming (Feb-2010) 24 hour solo event at Sebring, FL & the HC600k in the Texas Hill country this March (4 person mixed team).
I crewed for the inaugural winner of the HC600K last year. I was thrilled to be asked by Mark & Linda to crew for Mark during RAW this year. I'm really looking forward to the adventure. They both a very special people.
I've competed the past 3 years at the Texas Time Trials (both 4 person team 500 mile division-1st both times, & most recently the 24 hour event at the Texas Time Trials-2nd overall). I will be competing in the upcoming (Feb-2010) 24 hour solo event at Sebring, FL & the HC600k in the Texas Hill country this March (4 person mixed team).
I crewed for the inaugural winner of the HC600K last year. I was thrilled to be asked by Mark & Linda to crew for Mark during RAW this year. I'm really looking forward to the adventure. They both a very special people.
Peggy Petty
I actually got into cycling to lose weight. I came from a family that was very competitive and found cycling to be an outstanding outlet. With the stress of everyday life to find something both enjoyable and rewarding, I feel very blessed. It is my hope the everyone is as fortunate as I am to find their niche in life.