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Lindsay Brown Benefit Triathlon - Racing Colorado Review
Photo from The Good News Blog
Not an official review, but I managed some info on this first triathlon at USAFA. With over 130 finishers, there was a good turnout for an innaugural, late Colorado triathlon season race. This sprint triathlon (swim 750 meters, Bike 14.69 miles, Run 3.1 miles) offered an indoor serpentine swim, a challenging course, and of course the beauty of the Air Force Acadamy campus.
Celeste of The Good News Blog posted about the race and her performance. She references a difficult course “… I think they made it a point to make this a very challenging course… and they put a killer hill in the 5K, oh yeah, and they made you run on soft trails, I felt like I was running in quicksand.”
The inspiration for the event was provided by Lindsay Brown, a Cadet and intercollegiate swimmer who was killed in an auto accident. Just prior to her death she had written a note: “It’s time to get out of my seat and get going!“
Colorado Gold Mountain Biking
Another perfect Colorado cycling day.
Well, I did make it to Kenosha pass - along with seemingly every other mountain biker, hiker, walker, and dog. Truly, the Colorado Trail at Kenosha this weekend was the busiest trail in Colorado I’ve ever seen. But give me a day in the saddle on a busy, beautiful Colorado trail over a day in the ‘burbs any day! My advice: get out there while you can, but go on a weekday. The aspen are just amazing, and whether you need a training ride/run, or just a breath of fresh air, Kenosha pass is the most abundant groves close to the front range that I know of. Any others?
Perfect Colorado Mountain Biking
I know…. We’re supposed to be about racing, but this post about mountain biking on the Colorado trail at Kenosha Pass caught my attention. It’s not competitive, just a scenic Colorado bike ride through the aspen groves. I shouldn’t say anything, ’cause I’m planning to go this weekend. Don’t tell anyone…
Copper Triangle Cycling Tour Review
Here’s a link to a post by a Connecticut resident who came out for the Copper Triangle in August. His original post can be found here. 
He describes a challenging, yet well-organized and supported tour. “…overall it was a fantastic experience, participating in a very well-organized, challenging ride with breathtaking scenery, difficult climbs and incredible, never-ending descents. Plus the event benefits charity for a good cause. I hope you will all join me next year, to suffer together.”
Classic Colorado Running - Coal Creek Cross Country Challenge
Classic Cross Country
This from Bruce Kirschner of Colorado Masters Running Associations -
Coal Creek Challenge Set for Oct. 19
The Colorado Masters Running Association (CMRA) will host its tenth annual Coal Creek Cross Country Challenge, a 5.72 mile out-and-back foot race on the Coal Creek Trail and open space between Louisville and Lafayette, at 9 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 19. All runners and walkers are welcome. The race begins at the trailhead just east of the Louisville Community Park.
There is no pre-registration. Race day registration
will be held at the Louisville Community Park. The event is free to CMRA members and $10 for non-CMRA participants. Individuals who become members on race day for $25 race free on Oct. 19, all CMRA monthly races for the balance of 2008 and 2009. Prize money to overall winners and top 40+ and 50+ age group winners. For more information call 303-666-0864 or 303-665-4995. Click here for link to the Racing Colorado record.
Hop, Skip, & a Jump Start Race Review
This review of the recent Hop, Skip, & a Jump Start 5K in Denver was sent in by Sheri, who won the two race entries we awarded.
My 16 year old daughter and I ran the race. We had a blast! Loved all the Mom’s & Dad’s and the strollers! It was great fun! Kelsey and I felt a bit old!! HA It was a wee bit disorganized at registration. There were a lot of last minute people that of course all showed up at the same time. This delayed the start a bit. But overall it was very good!!!
After we completed the race there was lots of free food and drink! We didn’t stay for the family events. It was heavily geared for small children but it looked like fun! Maybe someday I will have grandchildren I can run with and then stay and play! J
Thanks for allowing me to participate! It was fun!
Cyclocross Underway in Colorado Cycling Season
Cyclocross season is upon us, and races are still being added to the RacingColorado.com cycling calendar.
If you’re not familiar with this exciting sport, it’s a super-fun way to continue your racing season into the Fall, and early winter, and part of what makes cycling in Colorado so fun. This is an off-road criterium style race, complete with barriers and dismounts. It’s a sport that truly embraces the unpredictable Colorado weather, and welcomes newbies. You’ll generally need an ACA or USCA license, but you can always get a one-day license inexpensively. If you don’t have a ‘cross bike, not to worry. You can ride your mountain bike if you like - that’s not too unusual, especially in the lower divisions. It’s also a fantastic spectator sport, so go check out a race to see what the excitement’s all about. I found this video of last year’s State Champs Pro Division on the website of On The Cross, who is hosting this years Junior Championships.
12 Hours of Snowmass - Great Coming Out For Colorado Mountain Bike Race
Yes, Lance was there, and given the situation, it’s hard to separate the man from the story of the race. That being said, what a great way to get an innaugural race off on the right foot. Lance brought the spotlight and the riders to a race that’s sure to be on the mountain bike calendar for at least the next few years.
Here’s a clip from Velonews:
Not to diminish the performances of Lance, Max Taam, & Len Zanni, and Beaver Creek’s Jay Henry, Mike Kloser, and Dave Weins, I wanted to shed some light on the “smaller” stories of the race. The kind that would be there without the Lance Factor. For example, the world beyond Colorado probably doesn’t realize there was a division other than Men’s Trio in this well-run Colorado mountain bike race. :-) Yuki Saito turned in a tight performance for men’s solo overall, and Kelly Cullen captured the women’s solo title. Jeff Kerkove has a nice report on his blog offering an internal perspective.
Still Time To Enter For Colorado Mountain Running Giveaway
The weekend running package giveaway for the Mountain Chili Cha Cha Trail Race will close this weekend. You probably wouldn’t like a trail run through the beautiful San Juans, a chance to win cash, a weekend in Pagosa Springs, a festival with chili & beer, etc… But if you’re that rare individual who thinks that sounds like fun, be sure to check out all the details at RacingColorado.com and enter. All you have to do is give your opinions on what makes a good race. Promotion ends this weekend.
This Just In… 6 Day Races Returns To CSU Oval
I Heard the announcement today that beginning on Sunday September 21, the FCVA will be holding practice track races on the CSU Oval every Sinday from12:30-4:30 PM. Although less structured than last Spring’s races, both road and track riders are invited. Five bucks for as many heats as you care to race. Tim, any more details? Watch the Fort Collins Velodrome Assn site for updates.
