Ron and Dorothy Strasser
I have to say they are doing a very good job of working us riders hard (of course the weather is a partner). This week the course was WAY faster than last week which was very twisty and a killer of momentum (hey I ride a single speed for short track..I love momentum). Cross bikes would/did do well last night on that course. The bmx track was much better for me as the sections we rode were different direction than last week... maybe that was just in my mind. They are also working well with the other users of the area (bmx/volleyball/skateboarding). Good access to ride the course before racing and good places to warm up and park right at the course. I do not even lock anything up in my truck.
While heading South, I was temporarily stuck in traffic on I-5. I noticed the Vander Veer Center on my right and considered stopping in for a quick treatment/surgery hoping to enter the Cat 3 Junior race... but alas, speed on the Freeway soon sucked me forward toward the Fairgrounds and away from the "Forever Young" palace. They probably would have wanted me to shave the gray hair off my face anyway. Maybe next week I will have more courage or be even more stupid than normal.
I do think those showing up (at Salem Short Track...not Vander Veer) are getting a very good workout, fun racing and the atmosphere is relaxed. Well worth the drive if you can work it into the schedule.
ron
----- Original Message -----
From: Paul Lopez
To: obra@list.obra.org
Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 4:54 PM
Subject: [OBRA Chat] LifeSource Natural Foods Salem MTB Short Track Series -Race 2 Photos
Wow, could that name be any longer? Jeff and crew put on another fun, if not hot and dusty night of racing down here in Salem. One more week left, with two races -- Monday and Saturday...get down here!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/37571505@N06/sets/72157622078748404/
Thanks!
Paul
pacificpedaling.com
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