Word on the street is this is event is postponed until July 22nd.

A fun cyclocross (or mountain, or road racing) training opportunity brought to you by the Manitoba Union of Cyclocross Riders (MUCR).

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At Betrand Arena - Bertrand @ Ritchot
No entry fee
No prizes
Track open for warm up at 6:30, training races start at 7 sharp
Mixed program of long and short, team and individual events
Any MCA member over 16 years of age can ride  (only general membership required, not a racing license), OR…
Fun to watch (bring a blanket/chair, bug spray, noisemaker of your choosing…)
Beer at the Belgian Club afterwards (around 8:30, they only take cash)

Contact: Gianni - alteregoesau@yahoo.ca

Yup, that’s right. Our beloved but short-lived wooden track is now a pile of junk, being used as 2 x 4’s to build playsheds in New Mexico.

And what lessons have we learned?

Link to the story here

-Brain S

Given the lack of decent roads, Ian Hall (aka Gianni aka The Red Devil) put together a not-so-competitive event this evening that included a visit to the Olympia Cycling Club torture chamber (aka Cycleops PT300 torture device).

Prior to the ‘race’ (all out sprint with a 20 second warm-up, wearing flat-trap pedals and ill-fitting clothing), all riders had to consume the traditional Olympia club meal, perogies and espresso. However, one rider had to abandon this part of the pre-race ritual, as he was concerned about potential complications with an existing spiritual condition. He shall remain nameless.

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