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From: obra-bounces@list.obra.org [mailto:obra-bounces@list.obra.org] On
Behalf Of Steve Rosvold
Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2007 11:04 PM
To: obra@list.obra.org
Subject: [OBRA Chat] Sunday July 29th - North River Racing presents the
3rd annual Vancouver Courthouse Crit
North River Racing invites you to The Vancouver Courthouse Crit on
Sunday July 29th. The great course, easy access venue and fun
atmosphere attract the best racers and racing fans in the Pacific
Northwest. Once again there is an outstanding prize list. It all adds
up to a spectacular day of racing.
To reserve your spot now and get more details on the race go to:
www.northriverracing.com/CriteriumRaceEntryPage.htm
Comments from the racers, volunteers, officials and media at last year's
Vancouver Courthouse Crit:
Columbian Article: July 31, 2006
Mark Steger understands why the Vancouver Courthouse Crit has
experienced rapid growth in only its second year. "The riders talk and
they figure it out," said the Tigard, Ore., resident. "It begins to take
a life of its own."
The eight-turn, figure-eight shaped course -- unique from other races
that feature fewer turns and more uniform shapes, organizers said --
offers few passing opportunities and requires constant strategy.
"It's like a chess match out here," said Shannon Skerritt, who finished
fifth in Sunday's Pro 1/2 event. "You have to pick where you pass three
or four curves ahead so you can line everything up. It's not a course
where you can fall asleep and expect to do well."
Evan Ecken, a professional rider from Lake Oswego, Ore., discovered that
in the Pro 1/2. Hoping to hold the lead going into the final set of
turns, Ecken wound up trailing and was forced to make a difficult pass
while snaking through the final two turns to win the race.
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Thanks for putting on such a great race. I think it is really one of
the very best courses of the whole year. I know how much work it is to
put on a race and on behalf of Team Rubicon we would like to personally
thank you.
Looking forward to next year! Casey Deck
Thanks for the race yesterday. The course was great, it was well run
and a lot of fun. I hope that our women's team will make it a priority
race for next year.
Hope Strode
Very cool, thanks very much. Mighty grand race, cheers,
Mathew Braun
... you guys did a great sponsor job a(t) the Courthouse Crit last
weekend. My son and I raced the event, and we had a great time.
Thankfully it cleared up and the wet pavement dried!
Scott McElroy
Thanks. I had a great time, and thought the racing was super!
Candi Murray
The kids had a great time (riding in the tandem ride). Mikey can't wait
for next year's event. I was amazed at the number turn out.
Great event.
Thanks, Jan Summers
I was there. It was great. I came early and saw the tandem riders with
the WSSB (Wa State School for the Blind) kids. I am glad you added that
in! Nancy Funk
Bob and I love watching the Crit and we both think this event really
adds to the "flavor" of our town. Perhaps we could have someone lead a
ride to the crit next year. Jan Verrinder
I had so much fun. Let me know if I can help in the future!
Michele Chirgwin
Proceeds from the race help support the Washington State School for the
Blind recreational programs.
The Vancouver Bicycle Club is organizing a pre race ride near the course
for cyclists who want to get in a good ride or warm up before the
racing starts. Details at:
http://www.vancouverbicycleclub.com/calendar/event_view.asp?EID=1553&ID=
3&cTYPE=1&month=7&year=2007&cate=&C_CRDATE=7%2F29%2F2007
See you in Vancouver on Sunday, July 29h!