US Criterium Champion Celebration!

US Criterium Champion Celebration

by Aaron Pilling

Bloomington has always been a hotbed of American cycling. The Little 500, coupled with the accessibility to beautiful terrain from anywhere in town, has established Bloomington as a unique cycling community. As a consequence, Bloomington has also enjoyed a long legacy of talented and successful bike racers. Graduating in 1986, Little 500 produced 1992 Track Team Pursuit Olympian Jim Pollak. Around the same time, Ben Sharp was breaking in his Little 500 legs, preparing himself for eight National Champion titles in varying disciplines throughout the 90s.

More recently, Bloomington has produced a massive list of elite, national caliber bike racers, men and women alike. Pro riders Mike Sherer and Eric Young are both in the beginnings of successful pro careers. Perhaps equally as talented are elite locals Erik Hamilton, Ryan Knapp, and Jonathan Atwell. The talent in Bloomington is so deep that masters riders like Fred Rose and Ryan Shanahan are forces to respect and admire. While these riders, and all local cyclists bring diverse talents to the sport, they also share an inherent and communal love for Bloomington cycling.

Two weeks ago, we saw Eric Young firmly establish himself as a powerhouse in pro cycling. The Criterium National Championship is arguably the most prestigious one-day race in America. While his compelling Stars and Stripes victory and fast-track ascent to pro glory don't downplay the accomplishments of past and present Bloomington cyclists, it does underscore the talent that Bloomington engenders. Eric Young has made us all Citius, Altius, Fortius! And for this, we shall have a PARTY!!!

Come join us on Wednesday, August 31st to celebrate a National Champion! The party will be located in the upstairs room at the Scholars Inn restaurant, beginning at 8:30pm. All are welcome to attend and Eric will be there. Drink specials will include $3 beers and half priced martinis.

In as much as this is a celebration for Eric to honor his personal accomplishment, it is also a celebration for all Bloomington cyclists. In as much as Eric has made us all stronger cyclists, we have also collectively made him stronger. Come join us for a night of fun, celebration, and honor. Contact me atadpilling@gmail.com for any questions, and I hope to see you there!!

interview

As Eric Young week draws to a close on BVN, check  out an interview with John Gatch. Listen in at around the 20minute mark. Lots of Little 500 and groupie talk!
Interview

Ouch

@KarstenKroon (BMC) tweeted these the other day from La Vuelta...
- The worst crash I've ever seen, going 70k/h I was in the wheel of @kaarvesen when a child ran on the road and he couldn't avoid him.
- I narrowly escaped and thought they were both dead. I was in shock, could not peddel anymore and started crying.
- I thought, so now the race stops or what? Incredibly, both Kurt and the kid are more or less ok. Thank god.

I did wonder what that looked like.... wonder no more...Ouch!

Link

collegiate cx

From the MWCCC-
Below is the collegiate cyclocross schedule. This year, some of the events will be part of existing non-collegiate races which are noted below. Since this is a season of racing, participation will be required in order to compete at nationals.

November 6 - Lindenwood (Bubba Cross)
November 12 - UW-Madison (WCA Cyclccross)
November 13 - Ripon
November 19 - Marian/Purdue (Indiana CX) - Regionals
November 20 - Ball State

Vid of Crit Nats

It's Eric Young week here at BVN and this vid is of the last few laps of the Crit Champs (from Eric's Website).

Nicely ridden final lap by Bissell.
Can anyone offer insight into why Brad Huff got a little hot at the end. He seemed to be the one chopping Eric with 2 corners to go. I assume he was complaining in the tird person as he likes to do.. 'Brad Huff is not happy...'
Nice ride and maybe even better interview! Saying all the right things, very PRO!

Eric Young wins USA Cycling Professional Criterium National Championship!

Eric Young capped off an incredible season that includes 2 NRC wins with a victory at the USA Cycling Professional Criterium National Championship. He will be wearing the stars and bars at every crit he participates in next year. The race was held in Grand Rapids, Michigan and was actually stopped with a few laps left due to severe weather in the area. After a considerable break (reminiscent of the 2010 Little 5) the race resumed and 30 laps were put on the counter. The roads were still wet and several riders went down. BIssell took control and delivered Young to the win. He overtook Jelly Belly's Brad Huff at the line for his 4th National Championship (3 in Collegiate Track). Who knows what lies next? There are clearly big things ahead.


With quads like these how couldn't you win! Jake keough in 3rd looks pissed...I guess he missed his Aussie leadout men ;) (from Geraint)

Young Wins Crit Nationals!

Eric Young (BISSELL) won USA Cycling Pro Criterium Nationals!

Brief results from www.cyclingnews.com

1	Eric Young (Bissell)
2	Brad Huff (Jelly Belly p/b Kenda)
3	Jake Keough (UnitedHealthCare)
4	Isaac Howe (Kenda/5-hour Energy)
5	Alex Candelario (Kelly Benefit Strategies/OptumHealth)

Beware and be careful.

Tweeted by Aaron Pilling (@adpilling): Watchout for crazy old guy in late 90s dark green suburban. Hoosier vet plate 128. Tried running me off road, pulled gun. Filing report.

Mass Ave Crit- Saturday 12th!

Sign up before Noon today! It's the state champs for gods sake! A great day of racing on the streets of Indy!

art de france

If you're looking to brighten that new apartment with a little 'cycling-art', some of these are quite nice.

http://www.zazzle.co.uk/gifts?ch=cyclingposters

MMSF #8 Times

Tonight saw a modest turnout of 17 riders at the 8th Morgan-Monroe State Forest Time Trial this year. To no surprise, the fastest time of the day was clocked by course record holder Ryan Shanahan. His time of 20.44 was a little off his own record of 20.31, but still over a minute and a half faster than the next rider. The fastest Merckx rider did not want his name posted, thus we will call him "Codename Conundrum" - his time of 24.30 was the best non-aero ride. Lindsay Bruick was the fastest woman on the day with a time of 26.54. Good job to all who attended and thank you to Sarah Sanders for timing!

Full Results below:

Place	Name	Time	MPH
1	Ryan Shanahan	20.44	28.94	TT
2	Ren-Jay Shei	22.22	26.83	TT
3	Alex Jerden	23.40	25.35	TT
4	"Codename"	24.30	24.49	Merckx
4	Bob Costello	24.30	24.49	TT
6	Chris West	24.42	24.29	TT
7	Josh Kush	25.16	23.75	Merckx
8	Larry Mullinnix	25.35	23.45	TT
9	Lyle Feigenbaum	25.36	23.44	Merckx
10	Shane Slaven	25.55	23.15	TT
11	Tom Chorny	26.14	22.87	Merckx
12	Marc Kelwaski	26.25	22.71	TT
13	Lindsay Bruick	26.54	22.30	TT
14	Sam Stanford	27.01	22.21	Merckx
15	Brian Drummy	27.25	21.88	Merckx
16	Dave Shirley	27.59	21.44	Single Speed
17	Rachel Griffin	28.28	21.08	TT

MMSF TT #8

Reminder: There will be another MMSF TT tomorrow (August 9th) at 7:00pm. 10-mile out and back course in Morgan-Monroe State Forest, start/finish where Main Forest Road and Old 37 meet. Riders will go 30 seconds apart starting at 7:00pm. A group usually leaves from behind the Bicycle Garage, Inc. shortly after 6:00pm for a brisk ride out. Current course record is 20:31 by Ryan Shanahan.

Wednesday CX Worlds

From Fred Rose-

Cross season is coming and I got the fever for more cowbell!

Starting Wed, Aug 17, Bloomington's Wednesday Cross Worlds begins for the 2011 season. Those wanting to hone their CX skills for the upcoming season will be meeting at Sample Gates at 6:00pm. From there we will ride to the cross course. There will be some new features for this year. Unlike previous seasons where we rode almost exclusively at the Tailgate Fields, this year we hope to mix things up by rotating through various course sites. Sites will include, Karst Farm, Twin Lakes, Tailgate Fields, (possibly other sites around campus).

The first few Wednesdays we'll concentrate on skills training: barrier dismounts, cornering etc.. After a couple of weeks of that we'll start working our way into some training races after a suitable warm up period. Races will be 45minutes long and we plan on continuing WCXW into October (or we run out of daylight!).

Thanks for organizing this Fred!

Downtown Warsaw Crit! Sign up TODAY!

From Tom Cox: Racing of Riley p/b Alderfer Bergen would like to invite you to the Downtown Warsaw Classic this Saturday August 6th. The course is a short 4 corner crit that is wide open and fast. The payouts are guaranteed and most races have $500 payout. The races are later in the day so you don't have to get up super early to make it to the venue. Plus if you are planning to do the Indiana state road race on Sunday you can stay in the area to get some extra sleep. Here is the link to the registration (ends Thursday Aug 4th at 11:59pm). Here is a link to the flyer.
Entry for multiple races a great deal so double up and take some extra $$ home with you! Come out and support some local Indiana racing.

Thanks,

Racing for Riley p/b Alderfer Bergen

Downtown Warsaw Crit - This Weekend!

From Tom Cox-

Racing of Riley p/b Alderfer Bergen would like to invite you to the Downtown Warsaw Classic this Saturday August 6th. The course is a short 4 corner crit that is wide open and fast. There payouts are guaranteed and each most races have $500 payout. The races are later in the day so you don't have to get up super early to make it to the venue. Plus if you are planning to do the Indiana state road race on Sunday you can stay in the area to get some extra sleep. Here is the link to the registration (ends Thursday Aug 4th at 11:59pm) http://www.truesport.com/register/events/flyer.asp?ID=1578. Here is a link to the flyer:
http://www.kcvcycling.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/11WarsawRoadCritFlyer.pdf Entry for multiple races a great deal so double up and take some extra $$ home with you! Come out and support some local Indiana racing.

Thanks,

Racing for Riley p/b Alderfer Bergen