[Pearldog]

Ok...

-As some of you may know I'm promoting the 2005 and 2006 US National
Cyclocross Championships in Providence, RI. As of right now we have
one thousand five hundred and fifty five (1555) registered riders for
the 3 days of racing. It is going to be quite the party especially
since I signed Harpoon as my BEER GARDEN sponsor. So if any of you are
looking for something to check out next weekend (12/9-12/12) please come on down to
Roger Williams Park (near the Zoo) Exit 17 (about 1 hr. from
Wellesley). My suggestion would be to be there either Saturday or
Sunday afternoon (1-4) for the Elite Races. Below is the link for more
information or shoot me an email.

http://www.cyclocrossnationals.com/

Lyle

[35racer]

Just a suggestion...

as someone that has no idea what cyclocross is... some photos on that website would be helpful.

[Pearldog]

Good point..

this is what happens when you get too close.

Thanks...we will take care of it.

Here is a brief description-

"Cyclo-cross is a hybrid of road and off-road cycling. Cyclists compete on a tightly woven course for a timed period, ranging from 30 to 60 minutes. Designed with hurdles and steep slopes, courses force racers to dismount their bikes and run for short sections on the course. These compact courses create fan friendly race venues, with spectators able to watch nearly all of the racing action. And racers compete regardless of weather conditions. " In other words...people race until they cough out a lung.

Lyle

[Pearldog]

The start..

[Pearldog]

Over the hurdles..

[benVFR]

I'm planning on being there.

Guys this is the supermoto of bicycling... very fun to watch.

Almost guaranteed to see some broken collarbones too if you're into watching people be stupid.

[Pearldog]

Hey Ben-

Get someone to call me on the radio when you get there...as of 5 minutes ago we hit 1565 riders and counting.....in one field we have over 165 riders......turn one is going to be a wee bit crowded

[KevinB]

I'll be there on the 12th. I'll be in Cabo San Lucas this week. I got a a few buds riding the 35+ classes.

Kevin

[benVFR]

I'm not racing, I don't even have a cross bike.

I'm just going to hang out and take pictures.

We (Boston Road Club) are apparently going to have a tent so I'm sure I'll be there part of the time.

[Cue Ball]

Originally posted by 35racer
Just a suggestion...

as someone that has no idea what cyclocross is... some photos on that website would be helpful.

Exactly what I was just thinking...bicycle? Motrocycle? What?

[skiierx]

I am hoping to make it down there one day. Lyle, which day would be my best choice?

See you there,

Jamie

[Pearldog]

Sat is the Elite Men's National Championships and Sunday is the Elite Women's Championships plus another Elite Men's race (non national championship).....if I were to pick I'd go Sunday b/c of the 2 Elite races...hope to see you..track me down if you can.........go to the expo tent and ask for Chris Dimmick...he will find me.

later

[benVFR]

Two thumbs up Pearldog for putting on a great show! Great course, great show, even good food & beer...

I stuck my pictures up at:

http://www.bsquared.net/2005/december/12102005/

[Pearldog]

Hi Ben-
Thanks for coming down to check it out and suffering with the rest of us.. Your pics are great. We ended up with over 1700 registered riders despite the weather...phew....I'm glad it's over.

Lyle