A Thank You

I wanted to take a minute and write about something that has always amazed me. The cyclocross community in this town is truly, truly special. don't know of many place, sports or people who would organize a group ride that is based solely upon a mutual love for the sport. Not elitist, not separatist, just fun.

Personally, I have been inspired by the people who have decided to help and accept an old guy, with questionable bike handling skills at times into their group. I walked into the year wondering if I belonged riding in the Open class and whether I do or not I have always been treated as an equal.

I love racing with guys that when they pass you, they turn and say "c'mon let's go". i love the encouragement of people like Allen Krughoff who I have trained with a lot this year and his willingness to overlook my limited experience in the sport and my VERY questionable mechanic's skills. People like Greg Keller, who took the time to write about our bars, Breeze Bars, not because we gave him any or paid him, but because he wanted to help. Are you kidding me. The rest of the Cycle Sport guys like Ward Baker, Dubba and the Wizrad who never cease to offer encouragement or advice.

Also, to my fellow racers who have never been anything but positive, Joe Sap, Amy, Spencer, Josh, Will and Ariel Brown just to name a few. It's been a super fun year and this is why cross is growing so fast.