On Thursday, October 21st, Tom Scotto (Stage5 Cycling) and Gene Nacey of Cycling Fusion signed papers to solidify a relationship that will be the catalyst for a new generation of cycling education and training, indoors and on the road.

A month earlier, Cycling Fusion, known for its cutting edge virtual riding and indoor power certification, purchased Heart Zones Cycling. Heart Zones Cycling is the training company created by world renowned educator and hall of fame triathlete, Sally Edwards. Now Cycling Fusion has acquired Stage5 Cycling to form what will be the most comprehensive indoor cycling, education and coaching company in existence.

Tom Scotto will take responsibility for 2 of Cycling Fusion’s 4 divisions. Tom will lead the education and certification division that will bring forth a complete training and certification system for indoor cycling instructors and riders alike. This will include virtual cycling and training, instructor workshops, continuing education, and a full suite of programs for health clubs and cycling studios.

Tom will also head the coaching and sports division that will keep the Stage5 Cycling name, offering a complete set of services for cyclists training on all levels. This includes personal and small group coaching, bike fitting, fitness testing and performance nutrition. In addition, Tom will act as the director sportif for Stage5 Cycling’s bike clubs and teams. Currently, 2 cycling clubs and teams are already preparing for the 2011 season in both Pittsburgh and Boston with additional cities planned in the upcoming months.

Amongst all of the activity involved in starting this new cycling revolution, everyone from Cycling Fusion, Heart Zones and Stage5 Cycling remain very excited about what we are building together and what this will mean to the indoor cycling and outdoor cycling communities alike.

What does this mean for you?

If you are a current Stage5 Cycling instructor or host city, you are certainly wondering how this will affect what you have been building with us. Rest assured, we will continue to honor your tremendous commitment to us as we bring you the very best in training and coaching. We will be putting together the specifics over the next few weeks as we prepare for our kick-off training event in Colorado this December. Without a doubt, more exciting news will continue to flow to you as it comes in.

Thank you for your belief in the standards and change Stage5 Cycling has begun. We look forward to having you with us as we complete our vision and mission.