Mountain States Cup - Chalk Creek

The next weekend after Mesa Verde, Pam mentioned racing Mountain States Cup. This was close-ish to home, only 1 ½ hrs away, so we all headed to Beuna Vista for the night. This trip was made quite a bit cheaper by staying in the Bruggeman's cabin - thanks guys, you rock!

Now a little mention needs to go to the men in our lives: Brett & Barry. Pam & I are very lucky to have such support, you boys are our No.1 Fans & are the best pit crew & cheerleaders we could hope to have. Love you.

Barry & Brett

We got to pre-ride the course on Saturday afternoon, surprisingly there was not much climbing. Another surprise was how much more comfortable I felt descending. I think Mesa Verde was a turning point. It seems like every ride I go on, I am getting significantly better. I have to say I actually ride my best when Pam & Barry are around. I called them my 'Kryptonite' but I actually meant the opposite of that - DOH!

I have never raced in any of these types of races before and I guess you need a Cycling License. You have to earn points through winning races to move up categories. The highest Category I can race right now is Cat 2. I have to place in races, then petition to USAC to move up to Cat 1.

Pam was going to also race Cat 2 until we became aware that they had a Single Speed Category. Cat 2 riders did 3 laps and Cat 1 did 4.

Results: Pam 3rd in Single Speed
Tam 1st Cat 2 (30-39)

Barry (should always wear a helmet), Angela & Mike

This was a great weekend.