Red Trolley Classic

Once again, I would first like to thank God for keeping everyone safe yesterday in what was an incredible race. Then I would like to thank Sean Burke for comping Iggy's race. Without people like that helping us, we would have not been able to race these last two days. Now for the race report:

WOW! so many riders and spectators. From grandparents to parents to kids and even kids in strollers. It was awesome. There must have been at least 200 riders in the pro field. Our good friends from Jelly Belly, Successful Living, Rock Racing and many other teams, and lots of friends. Since this is Iggy's blog I will mainly speak of how he did and what I saw. Boy, I am so proud of my son. Iggy was in the front a lot working and chasing. Just remember he's only 18 years of age and is out there with the BIG Boys, and doing very well. It was a fast race. The end came down to the wire where Jelly Belly had their train going and Iggy right behind them. Rhasahn Bahati and Justin Williams on Iggy's wheel. Iggy started the lead out for Justin and then jumped back in. Justin took the win. Our good friend Brad Huff got 2nd. A few others in between and Little Iggy finished 10th. He made a big impact on a lot of people after Saturday's race while being right in the mix of things till a broken chain took him out. I think what people were saying is that what mental toughness he has to stick it out during the snow and the rain. Then coming out yesterday and being in front a lot during the race. Steve Hegg said to me "what is your son doing up in front"? I then replied, "Getting you to notice him." Steve then replied, "You can't help but notice him." What a compliment coming from our good friend Steve Hegg, 1984 Gold Olympic winner. So many people are starting to notice little Iggy and it makes me very proud. What makes me even prouder is that people not only notice his riding skills, but also a well mannered and nice kid. That goes along ways just ask Neil Shirley. You can be competitive, but if everyone likes you because you are nice, you can go a lot further in the cycling world, and in life period. Thanks everyone for being so kind to us. It makes me proud to know you and to be treated with respect. I have always taught Iggy to be respectful and kind to everyone because it will take him far. Thanks for reading this if you do. Kids are awesome. God bless you for checking Iggy's blog and cheering us on. Randall, it was great seeing you there. Love you all.

Daddy Iggy




Thank you Kevin Davenport for your photos! Check out more of Kevin's photos aqui.

Here is a photo from Randall Hollis:
Look at Iggy leading the huge pack!

Rain or Shine but Snow?

Yes, it's true, it was snowing at the Boulevard race on Saturday February 7th. It was awesome but of course I'm not the one on the bike. It sure was good to see all of our good friends again. Danny Van Haute and his Jelly Belly team with Bradd Huff. Matt the big Australian, my good friend Steve Hegg, '84 Gold Olympic winner who I bragg about all the time. And of course, our good friend Dr. Brent Kay and his Ouch team. Has anyone seen Floyd lately? He looks awesome and he has the Opie Taylor face of a Kid. It's a compliment. Floyd is such a nice guy. Iggy was saying that Floyd could have shreded the field if he had wanted to. He was talking the whole time and I think he was even eating pizza during the race. Iggy did great and was in the top 18 until 10 miles to go when he snapped his chain. Does that boy have torque or what? I'd better quit feeding him carne asada burritos. I think it's just his daddy's cooking. Iggy did awesome . He doesn't like to talk about himself nor does he ever make excuses. He was upset because he was there and made a big impression with all the "big boys" or should I say "big guns". One thing about Iggy, he's never satisfied and that's a good thing because it keeps him hungry. Son, you are awesome and I'm so proud of you. Keep up the good work and always be respectful to all of your friends in the cycling world. Just remember, no one is bigger than the sport of cycling, and it's always great to have friends and people liking you. Being a good rider and a nice guy goes along ways.

God, thank you so much for keeping everyone safe in the race yesterday. Also, UCSD thanks all so much for helping little Iggy. It was fun and you guys did a great race.

Love you all and God bless. Hope to see you guys at Red Trolley.

Daddy Iggy



Thank you Mark Johnson for your photo. Check out little Iggy with the Big Boys. Yes, that's Floy Landis in the group (third rider to the left of Iggy).

Thank You Race Promoters.

A great big shout out to the promoters of the Boulevard Road Race and the Red Trolly Classic for helping Iggy participate in the races this weekend. Now if Mother Nature will be equally as accommodating, it will be a great weekend of racing!

Go Iggy Go!

From yesterday's criterium in Dominguez Hills. Iggy finished 12th place overall and 3rd in the field sprint. There were over 150 riders in the field.

Iggy on the radio. Call in and talk to Iggy 12pm - 1pm.

Bikesport Radio Debuts in Southern California on Monday, January 26 - Bikesport Radio is a news and talk show that will play on Los Angeles Free Radio and initially be a bi-weekly program. The show is new for SoCal and has the goal of helping cycling gain more media exposure. Bikesport Radio will report on the weekends' race results and hopes to have guests in the studio. The show will be at noon on alternate Mondays and beginning on January 26th, Junior National Champion Iggy Silva will be in the studio. Juniors are the future of our sport, and your calls are welcome to talk with Iggy.

The inventor of Geolung, a new breathing device that can be used to filter out contaminated air during commuting or off-road riding, strengthen the lungs, or even to simulate altitude training depending on which filter is installed will also be in the studio.

To ask the radio guests questions, please call 213-252-0998. The non-profit studio currently has only one line so most likely you will get a busy signal, so please be patient. You can listen to the show at http://www.killradio.org:8000/ (The website is under construction, so be sure to use the exact address above.) This non-profit radio station is sponsored by Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs (SEE). If you'd like to support this show and see it continue, you can make a donation to support the radio station at saveourplanet.org.

Happy 50th Birthday Jolie.

Sunday, the 18th, was a summer warm day, 150 laps around the track, lots of food and drink, good friends, pink gifts, and one delicious birthday cake! Sounds like a 50th to be remembered.

Photos from last night's training at the Velodrome.

Iggy's top speed has been clocked at 48 miles per hour!!

Iggy and his little brother Eddie... Watch out Iggy!

Thank You Premier Nutrition.

Thank you Premier for supporting Iggy. Your products are great!

The torch has been passed...

And I am honored to carry the torch through the next phase of Iggy's career. Ted, you did an awesome job creating and maintaining this blog! I will post with great respect for what you started.

So I hear people love to see photos, look out Iggy fans, photos you will have. I will be going to as many of Iggy's races as I can, the first one is at the LA Velodrome on the 24th.

Who am I, you wonder? Well, I am a huge cycling fan and a recreational rider (5000+ miles per year). I am an amateur photographer with a big dream to make it a profession. How lucky am I to be able to combine my two biggest passions in life? And the icing on the cake is the fact that my love for what I do can now benefit the Iggys. What a wonderful feeling.

I met the Iggys at the Dana Point Grand Prix on June 1, 2008. I had my telephoto lens pointed at the start of the Pro 1&2 race. Daddy Iggy walked right up to me and said "See that kid in the white jersey? Take a picture of him, he is my son. He is going to be a star." I had never seen a bike race in person, let alone photograph one. Having someone specific to focus on made all the difference and gave me a reason to be there. I ended up with some great shots (July 6, 2008 post).

Meeting the Iggy's has been a Godsend for me, this is going to be a really fun ride!

Kim Michaels

Good things are in the works...

I believe some good things are in the works with the blog. Please check back soon.

Ted