Steve-@clark.wa.gov
I'd have to say a big ol' ditto on the officals and volunteers. You guys
were great. Everybody was enthusiastic and very helpful. And thanks Candi
for telling me to take a deep breath before the start of stage 1.
-----Original Message-----
From: Brad Cockman, DC [mailto:bra-@cognisurf.com]
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 7:58 AM
To: ob-@topica.com
Cc: nwcyc-@topica.com
Subject: [OBRA Chat] elkhorn, copied from NCNCA
The Elkhorn Classic Stage Race is truly a classic!! This is the second
year that I've done this race, and it's one of the best races I've ever
done. A couple of things to note:
a.. The organization of this race is outstanding. Everything starts on
time, the results are posted quickly, the officials are there to answer
any questions you may have, and they always have a smile on their faces! b..
The volunteers that work in the feed zones are fantastic. There's
always someone with a water bottle, a Clif Bar, or a coke to hand to
every rider.
c.. The courses are epic. Beautiful roads, very few cars, long, gradual
climbs, non-technical descents, wide, flat roads, rivers,
trees....Everything you've ever dreamed of in a bike race.
d.. There are support vehicles for every field. The women had at least
two cars, loaded with wheels in the event of a flat.
e.. The town of Baker City really loves this race. Everyone comes to
watch the downtown criterium. And there's LOTS of cash primes. The one thing
this race needs? More women racers!!! We had 34 women in
the field, but that was low compared to the other men's fields. This
race is for women of all categories!! Yes, it's a challenging stage
race, but it is well worth the trip! And it's great to race with women
from the northwest!! They really are a fun bunch.
I'm planning to recruit more women to this race next year. I hope you'll
all spread the word and join in the fun too.
And many thanks to Nathan Hobson, for putting on a great race.
Lisa Hunt
The Olympic Club (San Francisco)
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