Plenty of events for Kansas City racers in the march towards the national championship in Austin, Texas. December 7th is a fresh race: The Fast and The Furriest CX. On the grounds of the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, the parcours has a distinctive mound mid-lap that will test running legs. There will be… Continue reading December CX Racing!
Category: Kansas City
River Front Show and Go
This is one of those cool events that demonstrates the love our area has for cyclocross: “Wrap the shopping up early, and be at RiverfrontCX next Sunday, Nov. 30, for an 11 a.m. race Categories to be determined, race duration will be 30-45 minutes, less for women or juniors if requested. Likely part of the… Continue reading River Front Show and Go
Lost Trails CX 2014 RESULTS UPDATE
The Lost Trails CX has a reputation for different weather. Two years ago the venue was covered with dense fog. One year ago riders were treated to near arctic conditions. For opening day of 2014, the weather conditions were fairly mild; temps in the 50’s with a bit of South wind. The Cider Mill property… Continue reading Lost Trails CX 2014 RESULTS UPDATE
Cranksgiving 2014
Ride your bike and do some real good. This is the 8th annual Cranksgiving event: “Kansas City Bicyclists Hit the Streets to stock Food Bank Shelves in the Sixth Annual Cranksgiving Alleycat Race. Who:Bicyclists from around Kansas CityWhere: St. Peter’s Catholic Church815 East Meyer Blvd. McKay Center, Kansas City, MOWhen: November 22, 2014 12:30 pmWhat:Bicycle Alleycat… Continue reading Cranksgiving 2014
News Shorts 11/17/14
Jingle Cross in Iowa has morphed into a national level event. Riders from the KC metro are sprinkled throughout the RESULTS (hover over the “Cool Stuff” at the top of the page to reach the results). Next up local we have two days of racing at the Cider Mill. The Lost Trail CX were contested… Continue reading News Shorts 11/17/14
Vet ‘Cross 2014 RESULTS
Roger Harrison’s flagship Veterans ‘Cross returned with a flat and fast course. 140 racers were treated to a beautiful (but gusty) Fall day and lots of amenities. Food and beer served up by host club Big D, lots of awards (5 year age groups) and special prizes for past and present members of the armed… Continue reading Vet ‘Cross 2014 RESULTS
Heartland Grand Prix 2014 RESULTS
The HPT Grand Prix was fast on the dirt track of the speedway complex and a bit bumpy on the infield. This unique night race is one of the gems or the regional cyclocross scene. The Mens Masters events kicked off the day in the diminishing light, but plenty of work tower lighting illuminated the… Continue reading Heartland Grand Prix 2014 RESULTS
Heartland/Veterans CX Weekend 2014
Two great cyclocross races this weekend. Saturday 11/8 is the night time event at Heartland Park in Topeka. Promoter Jeff Unruh has lined up a food truck for this year as well as the usual super fast dirt track under the lights. A fun race to watch or compete in. IF you need an overnight… Continue reading Heartland/Veterans CX Weekend 2014
News Shorts 11/3/14 UPDATE
The weekend of Colavita/Boulevard Cups wrapped up at Laird with healthy fields and lots of party. The final race (Men’s Cat 4/5 combined) taught a few lessons about technical course riding. From the Pit our reporters witnessed several dozen crashes! Results for Boulevard Cup. Photos by Roger Harrison. The KC Womens Dirt Summit is back on… Continue reading News Shorts 11/3/14 UPDATE
Colavita Cup 2014 RESULTS UPDATE
The day started out brisk, but a bit of sun and mild winds made for a pleasant fall day. Lots of fast racing with many technical corners and some slippery pine needles. RESULTS Colavita Cup 2014. Sunday 11/2 Boulevard Cup will likely reverse the twisty Herman Laird Course. Beer and band and food truck. Be… Continue reading Colavita Cup 2014 RESULTS UPDATE