Team NutcrackersMembers
  The team are members of the Almaden Cycle Touring Club


Joe Farinha (rider)

This is Joe's second time competing with the FC508. Joe has completed 11 double centuries, numerous long distance rides ( Death Ride, Mount Hamilton Challenge, Climb To Kaiser). Earlier in 2008 Joe and Gary won the Davis 24 hour Challenge with 422 total miles.

Gary Franck (rider)

Gary has completed 12 double centuries, participated in the California Triple Crown Stage Race, and numerous long distance rides ( Death Ride, Climb to Kaiser, etc). Earlier in 2008 Gary and Joe won the Davis 24 hour Challenge with 422 total miles. Gary was on the team for 2007 but due to an injury was not able to compete. He will be participating at the FC508 for the first time. He plans to ride the FC 508 solo in 2009.

Rosa Farinha (crew)

It's Rosa's second time to crew for the 508 attemp. She is a volunteer for vehicle support for various road races on the NCNCA junior circuit.

Rick Madden (crew)

Rick is the Winter Series Coordinator for the San Jose Bicycle Club.