Veloshop Cyclocross
October 28, 2005
Yes, summer is over and gone are the glorious days of sunny rides and evening races, but Cyclocross is just picking up steam. Maybe you don't know a lot about 'cross, but soon you will. In fact, it's pretty much sweeping the nation, though it's definitely hottest here in Portland. USA Cycling declared Portland one of the " 'cross craziest cities" (along with Tacoma) and the Nationals (this year in Maine) reported registration at a record pace - a full seven weeks before the event.
What have you been doing on Sundays if you haven't been out to the 'cross races? These races are jam-packed with action: gravel, mud, switch backs, barricades to leap over - all sorts of good obstacles! Take a glimpse at some of our shots. We haven't made it out to all the races (sadly), but we have gotten to some. Check out our pictures from the Veloshop-sponsored Cyclocross at Portland International Raceway. Not as muddy as we would have liked...
IF YOU GO:
* Wear your boots (like good old fashioned rubber boots - it's the thing to do)
* Be prepared to get muddy
* Bring a cow bell (to cheer on the riders)
* Get ready for the action
Posted by orbike at October 28, 2005 3:54 AM
Comments
Man, it was great out there that day. I raced my hardest. Yeah, not too muddy. But for me, as a racer, that was great!
Posted by: Alex at November 1, 2005 9:56 PM
I really like those photos of the dirt bike racing. "Good photo work!", to whomever took the pictures!!
Posted by: Jeff Crotty at November 1, 2005 10:58 PM