MORRISTOWN, N.J. (August 20, 2008) Van Dessel Cycles will span the nation this cyclocross season by sponsoring racers from 'cross hotbeds in the Northeast, Mid Atlantic, Pacific Northwest, and Colorado. Elite racer Kerry Barnholt, who finished fourth last season at the national championships, junior national champion, Jeff Bahnson, masters national champion, Fred Wittwer, and Mark Kutney, who finished second in his masters age group, will be joined by Adam McGrath and Adam Myerson, to make sure that Van Dessel will remain at the front of races nationwide.  read more »

2008 CYCLE-SMART NORTHFIELD CYCLO-CROSS CAMP

Cycle-Smart is proud to present the 8th annual Northfield Cyclo-Cross Camp, taking place September 5-7, 2008 in Northfield, Massachusetts.

The camp's unique attraction lies in its beautiful setting, fun atmosphere, mix of levels and personalities, and the opportunity to learn and practice skills with some of the best 'cross racers in the United States.

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However, I will leave you with this gem:

A little cultural competency goes a long way at a time like this.  read more »

I always forget Joe Papp has a blog.

http://joepapp.blogspot.com/2008/08/my-sanction-ended-last-month.html

I think he complimented me but I'm not sure.

This is a picture of a sprint in Elk Grove for a $2000 prime:

http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos.php?id=/photos/2008/aug08/elkgrove08/elkgrove082/2008ElkGrove3_08

There are 5 people watching.

Hey Elk Grove, how about you spend some of that $200,000 prize list on advertising your race to the local community so someone actually shows up to watch? Not conflicting with Charlotte might help you get more than 50 riders to show up, too.