Derek Wilkerson
My Gerard Experience
My performance depends on a precision road-racing feel. And the ride quality of the Gerard Force 100 is second to none in the Pro Tour class of road bikes.
The first time I threw my leg over the frame, I was pleasantly surprised to find a bike with such well-thought-out geometry and that was so beautifully crafted. It’s compliant over rough roads without sacrificing weight or stability. And when I need to really hit it for a sprint, the Force 100 is as stiff and responsive as I could want. I really think that it’s the highest quality carbon fiber frame on the market today.
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(Photo: Chad Nichols)
About Derek
From
San Antonio, FL USA
Based
Woodinville, WA USA
Age
41
Claims to Fame
1998 | Champion—U.S. National Elite Criterium Championships | |
2004 | 1st place—Criterium, Tour de Tucson, USA | |
1998 | 1st place—Stage 5, Tour de Taiwan, Republic of China | |
2004 | 2nd place—Stage 2, Valley of the Sun Stage Race, USA | |
1999 | 2nd place—U.S. National Elite Road Race Championships |
Pro Team(s)
- 2014: Elbowz Racing
- 2006: Toyota—United Pro Cycling Team
- 2005: Colavita p/b Sutter Home Pro Cycling Team
- 2000-2003: Jelly Belly Pro Cycling Team
- 1995-2002: U.S. National Team
Current Gerard Cycles Bike
Force 100
Off the Bike Obsession
Walking/hiking with my dog, Bella
My Links
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2004 Valley of the Sun Stage Race
A hard-fought second place finish on Stage 2.
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1998 U.S. National Elite Criterium Championships
Celebrating the win the best way!
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1998 U.S. National Elite Criterium Championships
Celebrating the win and finishing 2nd in the sprint finish after lapping the field.
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Off the Bike
My other love, Bella loves to hang out with me. And chasing rabbits.