BREINIGSVILLE, PA — Tie-dye, tandem bikes, and track speed collided under the Friday night lights at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center for Tandemonium, the most electrifying and colorful night of the summer season. With festival vibes in the air and high-stakes competition on the track, fans were treated to one of the most memorable evenings of racing all year—highlighted by the rare and riveting return of tandem events.
Tandem Racing Takes Center Stage
Tandem Sprint Final – Best 2 of 3 Rides
In a lightning-fast showdown, the team of Christiansen-Jastrab edged out Hauck-Eisenman with a blistering final ride of 11.817 seconds, reaching 60.9 km/h to take the gold.
In the battle for bronze, Chambers-Shumskas swept both heats over Ignosh-Chong with steady tactics and strong legs to claim third overall.
Sprint Final Results:
Joe Christiansen- RyanJastrab (Star Track)
Grayson Hauck – Hugo Eisenman (PA)
John Chambers- NoahShumskas (PA)
Ray Ignosh – Jessica Chong (PA)
Tandem Scratch Final – 10 Laps
Strategy and synchronicity ruled the track as Christiansen-Jastrab completed a stunning tandem double victory. The powerhouse team of Reinert-Felpel secured silver, while Trepte-Neaves (representing both Pennsylvania and Trinidad) locked in the bronze.
Tandem Scratch Final Results:
Joe Christiansen- RyanJastrab (Star Track)
Nik Reinert – Zac Felpel
Liam Trepte – Jadian Neaves (TeamBSR)
“These tandems were absolutely flying tonight,” said Managing Director Jorge Romero. “Tandem racing adds a whole new dimension of speed, communication, and pure entertainment. The energy was unmatched, and we’re already thinking about how to top it next year.”
Bonus Highlights from Tandemonium
Men’s Chariot Race Final
It was all-out action over 1.5 laps, with Jadian Neaves of BSR proving untouchable at over 52 km/h to take the win ahead of Andrew Dudle and Kai Afan.
Women’s Elimination & Points Race
Jillian Halm (Kelly Benefits Strategies) had a breakout night, winning both the Elimination Race and Points Race with sprinting dominance and smart tactics. With back-to-back wins and 21 points collected, she established herself as a clear Rider of the Year contender.
Women’s Flying Mile
Candice Votava (Philadelphia, PA) rocketed to gold in the Flying Mile, clocking a 2:33 finish at 37.6 km/h. Jessica Chong followed for silver, with Halm continuing her strong night by taking the bronze.
Flying Mile Results:
Candice Votava (Philadelphia, PA)
Jessica Chong (Allentown, PA)
Jillian Halm (Allentown, PA)
Danielle van Niekerk (South Africa)
Men’s Scratch Race Final – 25 Laps
Nik Reinert of the Freddie Fu Cycling Team powered through the field to claim victory in a tactical and fast-paced finale. Lance Abshire (Chaney Windows and Doors) earned silver, with Liam Trepte (Team BSR) rounding out the podium in bronze position.
Men’s Scratch Race Results:
Nik Reinert (Pittsburgh, PA)
Lance Abshire (Baton Rouge, LA)
Liam Trepte (Greenville, UNK)
About the Valley Preferred Cycling Center
Known as T-Town, the Valley Preferred Cycling Center is America’s premier velodrome. For 50 years, it has been a global cycling destination, hosting elite races and developing talent from grassroots to Olympic levels. With community programs, summer events, and world-class competition, T-Town continues to bring the thrill of cycling to fans of all ages.
Information and images provided by:
Jake Burns
