Kris Schamp

Greetings OBRA racers!

Lat Monday we kicked off the 4th edition of the Portland MTB Short Track Series with a record turn-out of close to 300 racers. Here are some important updates ahead of tonight's second evening of short track racing at PIR.

1) Results of race #1
The results of last Monday's races - including results for Sport Men - have been posted at www.portlandracing.com and on the OBRA Results site. We plan to finalize the results by end of day today, so if you still have any corrections, please email them to me today.

2) Sing-In & Race plates - PLEASE READ!
A reminder that everyone has to sign in at registration before their race. Even if you have pre-registered for your race. Also, if you raced last week, make sure to bring your race plate, which you will use for all your races throughout the series. Further, make sure your race plate is readable (NOT folded or tucked behind your brake and shifter cables) and securely attached (please use the hole at the bottom of the plate to prevent your plate from flipping over during the race). And please be gentle on the planet and re-use the twisty ties.

3) Track Crossing - IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE!
On Monday nights between 5:30pm and 8pm there are ongoing road bike races on the race track. Last week, we received some complaints about some folks crossing the track in a careless fashion in front of oncoming road racers. Not cool and flat out dangerous! So here is another reminder to exercise extreme caution when crossing the track and at all times to follow the directions of the crossing marshals, whether you are on your way in our out. Always look both ways and don't cross the track when oncoming road racers are in sight!

4) Race video and photos!
Check out the video race report that Scott Barker made of the first race at www.portlandracing.com. There are also a ton of great photos of last week's races posted at OregonVelo.com.

5) Queen of the Night
Angela Koch has won our first Queen of the Night trophy. Her name was drawn among all women racers. Angela wins a $75 gift certificate, donated by our Women's Sponsor Bike 'N Hike! Each week another woman racer will get a chance to win our Queen of the Night trophy, so keep coming back girls!

That's it. Hope to see you tonight for another fun evening of short track racing!

Cheers!
~Kris

www.portlandracing.com