Jim Anderson

Cyclocross Season continues....still some spots available...see details below...

Would you want to race cyclo cross in Belgium for 3 weeks this winter?
We are organizing a 3 week trip from December 15, 2011 - January 3,
2012. You think the northwest is crazy for cyclo cross (fans, racers,
enthusiasts, etc)? Go to Belgium during the holidays and see how they
like to race and party! It is truly a unique atmosphere something you
can only see at a Belgium cyclo cross race.

You are responsible for airfare. It is best that you arrive and depart
with the group. Any adjustments to that would be extra drop off/pick
up costs.

Lodging would be in the heart of Flanders in Oudenaarde Belgium about
20km from Ghent. Within 10km you can ride all the classic Ronde van
Vlaanderen climbs if you wish. In the city there is a RvV museum all
about the race along with coffee shops and frites places! Brugge is a
1.5 train ride away. There would be plenty of tourist opportunities.
You would be staying at this fine establishment run by an American and
located 2km from the city center. It is called The Chainstay
(http://www.thechainstay.com/). The cyclo cross races are all nearby.

Not interested in racing? We have a tourist and spectator rate. Please
inquire! We can ensure you access to some of the biggest Belgium cyclo
cross races.

You will be traveling with 6 riders. Trip must have 6 riders to fill
the lodging requirements.

This trip is open to Juniors (17/18), U23s and Elites. Must have
passport, Foreign Permission Letter (from USAC) and UCI License.
Additional costs may include travelers insurance and your bike fees
(double bike boxes).

Trip doesn't include tourism fees like train tickets, museum entrance
fees and misc tourism fees.

TRIP INCLUDES:
- Pickup/drop off at Brussels Airport (arriving on Dec 16 and leaving Jan 3)
- Lodging (double occupancy) at http://www.thechainstay.com/
- Full access to van and GPS for the length of stay. Toll roads and
extended driving (beyond races) is extra cost.
- Light Mechanical assistance at The Chainstay
- Misc race food and support at the races
- Pit crew as available
- Access to racing nearly everyday during your stay

COST:
$1700.00 USD
(Tourist option - please inquire)

DEPOSIT:
Interested? Contact either Jim Anderson (jim-anderson@comcast.net or
503-975-8229) or Frank Eeckman (fheeckman@comcast.net or 510-644-0322)