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Cashmere, WA is my kind of town.

Star-Crossed

This weekend is the big cyclocross show in the Northwest, Star-crossed. All the big guns come from around the country to Marymoor Park in Redmond, WA including K-Bomb, Wicks, Trebon, etc. This is a really exciting race because it is in the evening under the lights of the Velodrome. A barrier section runs through the beer garden where a dj is spinning some beats. The entire course is visible from the top of the south bank of the track, so spectators come out in the thousands. The fact that almost all the fields are maxed out is a testament to this race's greatness. Hopefully, my legs are ready to bring it, because it will be a hurricane of pain and everybody's watts will be on full show.

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Ode to the Bottle Bitch

The NMBS Series finals went down in early August. All I had to do was finish within a few spots of a couple of guys and I had third place wrapped up. Mission accomplished, but I had to suffer in the process. The course was a lollipop shape with the majority of the race going down up around 10k feet above sea level. The race is stunningly beautiful and the 1track on Government Trail is awesome. Long story short, I finished and enjoyed my time in the Rocky Mountains once again even though I was not dicing for the win.

Another season comes to an end with one more podium.


A shiny plaque for the mantle.


All of my successes on the bike could not be possible without the best wife in the world. It's difficult for many people to understand all the preparation and sacrifices that go into bike racing including the training, equipment, nutrition, recovery, the mental game, etc. SLR, the self-proclaimed bottle bitch, makes sure everything is dialed in and all I have to worry about is pedaling my bike as hard I can. She is far from a bitch, more like a queen. I have nothing but respect, admiration, and gratitude for how much she puts into my racing. Following her example, I strive to give her unyielding support in whatever her goals are. Lately, she has been kicking ass on the bike herself getting ready for the Livestrong Challenge. Completely transforming her body and, more importantly, her belief of what she is capable of. She is an inspiration on so many levels and undoubtedly deserves the top step of the podium this year.

A helping hand on the course and in life.


Much KLH. Even with a muddy face!


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BC Bike Race

This BC Bike Race from June 28 to July 4 has just been calendered for my 2008 season instead of the TransRockies. I can't imagine a better race: Victoria to Whistler in 7 days. Beauty, epic 1track, serious competition. Count me in. Anyone interested in being support crew?



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Slacking

I know I'm long overdue for an update. Even though the season is over, I'm still riding. Getting ready for some CX and hitting up some local epics. Here's a shot from this weekend up on Crystal Mountain with THayes. It doesn't get much better. Note the new rig is in the stable.



I still owe an update on the NMBS Series Finals and rapping up 3rd place in the overall. But it will have to wait for another day, when I have the motivation and access to the photos.

Later yo,

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