Veldrijden Avonturens

[RacerChick]

Between the races ...

Something that helped me with barriers and not jumping but running was to just practice running over them without the bike. Learn what it feels like to clear the barrier mid-stride. Then add the bike.

I never thought of that! I have pretty long legs so that in itself does make a difference. I've seen people who are vertically challenged 😀 lay their bikes more flat over the barriers rather than lifting them up higher to compensate. This is all very interesting reading, thanks for sharing.

 

[joemundi]

I kick my bike out to the side a little to reduce how high I have to raise it. Learned that from the Simon Burney book; he mentions Tim Johnson does it. Here's a video of him doing it: http://vimeo.com/1971332

 

[pixychick]

Something that helped me with barriers and not jumping but running was to just practice running over them without the bike. Learn what it feels like to clear the barrier mid-stride. Then add the bike.

That helped me big time. I used to jump horses and managing your horses stride smoothly was a major part. I found the rhythm without my bike first.

 

[SpartaBard]

Also, by "kicking you bike out to the side" and swinging it around, you get the added benefit of reducing the space your competitors have to pass you.

 

[RacerChick]

Also, by "kicking you bike out to the side" and swinging it around, you get the added benefit of reducing the space your competitors have to pass you.

That's also the "whip" S.B.
ps. I didn't see SpartaBard listed for Westwood tomorrow :hmmm:

 

[SpartaBard]

That's also the "whip" S.B.
ps. I didn't see SpartaBard listed for Westwood tomorrow :hmmm:

I am most certainly there! Cat4 2:30ish i think.

 

[RacerChick]

I am most certainly there! Cat4 2:30ish i think.

Darn that's late! maybe I'll take a few pictures of you warming up 😡
Please come say hi 🙂

 

[SpartaBard]

Darn that's late! maybe I'll take a few pictures of you warming up 😡
Please come say hi 🙂

I'll try to find you and introduce myself formally 🙂

I will probably get there early to see the women's C race (maybe...)

 

[RacerChick]

Between the races ...

Add Long Island Supercross to your must do races. The race will be at Eisenhower Park, same location as last year. November 17-18. Sussex is the 18th 🙂, make this a double race weekend.

RC

 

[SpartaBard]

Add Long Island Supercross to your must do races. The race will be at Eisenhower Park, same location as last year. November 17-18. Sussex is the 17th, make this a double race weekend.

RC

Will Sussex be the 17th or 18th. I originally had it penciled for Sunday the 18th.

Registration for Supercross opens Monday morning!


NJBA calendar says the 18th, but nothing on bikereg yet for Sussex.
http://www.njbikeracing.com/calendar/calendar.pl?month=11

 

[RacerChick]

Will Sussex be the 17th or 18th. I originally had it penciled for Sunday the 18th.

Got me again! It's the 18th :hmmm:

 

[SpartaBard]

Ok good. My plan is to do the masters 35+ and the C race on Sat at super cross and do the c race at Sussex on Sunday.

Fortunately my in-laws live around the corner from Eisenhower Park and I live ten minutes from the fairgrounds.

 

[RacerChick]

Ok good. My plan is to do the masters 35+ and the C race on Sat at super cross and do the c race at Sussex on Sunday.

Fortunately my in-laws live around the corner from Eisenhower Park and I live ten minutes from the fairgrounds.

Two classes on Saturday and race at Sussex the next day? wow!

 

[RacerChick]

Westwood Velo CX 09.22.12

Westwood Cyclocross

Today was Round #1 of the NJBA Cyclocross Series. An amazing course as usual, designed by multi time National Cyclocross Champion Roger Aspholm. Mostly cloudy skies kept the projected sunny and 80 degrees hidden most of the day. Today I took over 425 pictures, some really excellent shots! This may take awhile so please check back. Hope you enjoy the racing!

Around the Race ...

The NJ Cyclocross Cup is back for yet another spectacular season of racing

The mountains shaded in the morning mist

The difference a year makes ...

LT shows the love

Hired Guns ... Bicycle Tech/VTC Mike Montalbano & Roger Foco

Cross Weapons ... Courtesy of Fast Eddie Burgess

Awesome Waffles! If your mouth is not watering, check your pulse!

The future of Cyclocross shines brightly

I've been very fortunate to have made many friends from racing Cyclocross. Frank O' Reilly is at the top of the list!

 

[RacerChick]

Westwood Velo CX 09.22.12

Westwood Cyclocross

Around the Races continued ...

Another super guy, nice to finally meet Brad today

Sweet Seven ... Courtesy of Chris Cross

I wasn't able to attend the the NJBA awards last year to receive my award. It was worth the wait, thanks Larry!

2024 World CX Champion!

Oliver 🙂

Next page ... Racing!

 

[RacerChick]

Westwood Velo CX 09.22.12

Westwood Cyclocross

I received over 1,100 views on my Cyclocross Adventures thread in just one week. That means a lot, thank you.

The RACING!

The Masters:

Super fast Al Blanchard has been crushing the competition thus far

Hammer Nutrition's Fast Eddie Burgess

Liberty Cycle/Pro Power Coaching Larry Towner had Al Blanchard in his sights before he dropped his chain. LT took 2ND

Tommy rode strong again this week he is my Ironman

Only the strong survived

Eddie Burgess

Danny Strika

 

[RacerChick]

Westwood Velo CX 09.22.12

Westwood Cyclocross

The Women

New York's Robin Shea used her power to podium in the Women's "A" today

Long time MTB/Cyclocross racer and friend Heidi Baks.

Finkraft's, Maria Murphy

Robin Dunn took a hard fought 2ND today in the large Women's "B" field

Carol Becht had a podium spot than rolled her tire and DNF'd

 

[SpartaBard]

Nice pics! Love the one of Robin trudging up the hill. Nice meeting you today!

 

[Arwen's Mom]

I have got to make it to one of these to watch!

 

[RacerChick]

Nice pics! Love the one of Robin trudging up the hill. Nice meeting you today!

Awesome to meet you too Brad, we have to stay later to cheer for you. My pleasure and see ya next week!

I have got to make it to one of these to watch!

Wait ... did you say come and watch!? You need to sign up and race!