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MadCross's Cyclocross Nationals Coverage

Day Three and Four of Cyclocross Nationals

 

In the U23 Women's race Ashley James (IS Nova). Sarah Lucas (Gear Grinder) and Sam Schneider (IS Nova) took the 3rd, 4th and 5th place podium spots.  In the Singlespeed race James LaLonde (Ellis) claimed 1st.  Local riders also had excellent finishes in the Elite races on Sunday. Jonathan Page (Planet Bike) took 3rd. Marko LaLonde (Planet Bike) took 11th, Kristin Wentworth (Planet Bike) in 15th, Anna Young (Planet Bike) in 22nd and Kaitie Antonneau (IS Nova) in 24th and Sam Schneider (IS Nova) in 43rd.

 


Day Two of Cyclocrosss Nationals

 

Day Two of Cyclocros Nationals crowned a number of new national champions including two from Wisconsin.  Sarah Huang (Hayes) and Diane Ostenso (Planet Bike) each won their respective age groups.  Other podium finishes include Anna Young (Planet Bike), Kaitie Antonneau (IS Nova), Emma Swartz , Jordan Cullen (Planet Bike) and Kristin Wentworth (Planet Bike).  Full Results

 


Day One of Cyclocross Nationals

 

The first day of cyclocross nationals kicked off with B races and with the 55+ Men's categories.  The day featured some icey conditions for the women's B race.  However, as the race day carried on then it turned into a more muddy affair.  Top finishes for today come from Tom Palmer (Brazen Dropouts) who finished tenth in the 55-59.  Sarah Huang (Hayes) took 8th in the B Women's race and Meghan Korol (Magnus) took 10th.

 


Wisconsin rider headed to Europe

 

Brian Matter (Gear Grinder) has the opportunity to continue racing this season by taking on the world's finest in Europe.  Follow along on his blog and at the Euro Cross Camp blog. . . and feel free to make a donation to make this expensive opportunity possible.  It's not a cheap trip to make and it's an honor for Wisconsin to continue having riders headed to Europe so let's show Brian some support.

 


 

Illinois Cyclocross Championships at Montrose Park

 

Your season does not have to end with the WI State Championships.  Pack your bags and head south to the City of Chicago to compete in the Illinois Cyclocross Championships on Sunday, December 7.  The race is hosted by Turin Bicycles. The Chicago Cyclocross Cup and riders welcome you with open arms.

 

This race will benefit the Greater Chicago Food Depository, so when you are packing throw in a few non-perishable goods to donate to the cause.

 

Flyer


Wisconsin State Championship race a huge success

The race course at Hales Corners Park provided a little something for everyone - long straight away sections, chicanes, hill run-up and more.  It tested a riders skills but also their ability to push a big gear.  Thanks to everyone at Hampshire Cycling Club for another well run event with indoor registration, shower rooms, soup, bread, and a podium.

MadCross Photos - Cat 4 Women, Jrs and Cat 4 Men
Peloton Pix
Mountaingoat Photos - Cat 1/2 Men and 30+
djonnymac Photos


WCA Cross Season ends with State Championships at Hales Corners

The Wisconsin cyclocross season has one race left at Hales Corners Park.  The courset is 2.4 km long and is composed of dirt, grass and asphalt sections.  The park is like a large bowl, with the sports fields being in the bottom of the bowl.  The pool area, east side, is up 10' to 15' and the southwest side of the course is up ~70' at its highest.  The start-finish areas are large and located on the sports fields.  A couple of changes from last year include:

1. Following the set of barricades by the parking lot, the course will go behind the pool house instead of in front of the pool house to eliminate the congestion between riders and registrants.

2. Two lower areas were water collects will be avoided per the park manager's request.  One is below where the 2nd set of barricades is and one after the off camber berm.

In addition, there will be homemade soups and breads in the heated pool house as well as hot showers after the race, so bring a towel.

Course Map


UW Whitewater Cyclocross

With a new location and a course that featured a steep climb, techinical downhill chicanes, a run-up and a beach crossing Wisconsin riders were treated to many challenges at the UW Whitewater cyclocross race.  Temps were only in the mid-30s to add to the challenge.  Thanks to Sarah and the UW Whitewater team for all their work.

MadCross Photos
Peloton Pix

djonnymac Photos


Wisconsin racers take on New Jersey USGP

Mark LaLonde (Planet Bike) was 9th on Saturday in a stacked men's elite field at the USGP in New Jersey.  Kristin Wentworth (Planet Bike) was 14th and Kaitie Anntoneau (IS Nova) was 18th.  Brian Matter (Gear Grinder) was 22nd.  Racing continues on Sunday in New Jersey. 

Day One Report from Kristin


Viking Cross

Even snow flakes and cold temperatures didn't keep cross racers from hitting the grounds of Mandt Park for some great racing.  The notable feature of the day was the long beach section followed by twists and turns followed by some more twists and turns.  Mandt Park in Stoughton might be flat but that didn't mean this was an easy race.  The Wisconsin Singlespeed Championships once again were held at Viking Cross and the 2008 winners are Ron Stawicki (Hayes) and Diane Ostenso (Planet Bike).  Thanks to Travis and all the Stoton Velo Club for putting on a fun event on an off weekend in the series.

Results
MadCross Photos
djonnymac Photos


Estabrook Cyclocross

Thanks to Jerry and the Hampshire Cycling Club for another excellent race at Estabrook Park in Milwaukee.  On a day that alternated between warm and sunny and chilly and windy the racing kept everyone on their toes.  The course is flat but that just means racers need to be on the gas the whole time.  The race also had two sets of double barriers, one single barrier and a short hill with a log at the bottom.

MadCross Photos:
Masters Cat 4 and Jr 15-18
Cat 4 Women and Juniors

Cat 4

Peloton Pix:
Video 
Photos

Mountaingoat Photos
djonnymac Photos
Chris Kreidl Photos

Melissa Merline Photos


Kletszch Park Cyclocross

With a long run-up followed by an uphill climb but also lots of  tight turns and twists Ketsczch Park tested riders running and technical skills.  With two sets of barriers of the flats and one at the bottom of the run-up racers needed to stay on their toes.  Thanks to Team Polska for bringing Wisconsin another fun day of racing.

MadCross Photos:
Cat 4 Women and Juniors

Cat 4 Men
Cat 3
Cat 1/2 and 30+

Peloton Pix Photos
Mountaingoat Photos:
Cat 1/2 and 30+

Cat 3
Cat 4
Cat 4 Women and Juniors
Masters Cat 4 and Juniors 15-18

djonnymac Photos


Washington Park Halloween Cross

Costumes were everywhere at Washington Park in Milwaukee for the annual Halloween race.  Anticipated cold and rain passed Milwaukee by and so racers and super fans were out in force enjoying the day.  Crazy costumes, scary costumes, flames, beer and more added to the day.  Thanks to Velo Trocadero for hosting the race and Expo Racing for their Halloween encampment on the hill run-up.

MadCross Photos
Cat 4 Masters and Jrs 15+
Cat 4
Cat 4 Women, Juniors

Bill Meyer Photos
Peloton Pix Photos
Amy Dykema Photos
djonnymac Photos
Chris Kreidl Photos
Mountaingoat Photos


Gibbs Lake Cyclocross

A band, a trike race and some cyclocross all took place at Gibbs Lake County Park.  The course ran the reverse direction from prior years which meant a shorter climb and a fast, twisty downhill.  In addition, riders were treated to a log filled climb and a fast entry into the barriers.   Thanks to Cory Gwin for stepping up as the Race Director (after Neil moved over to Badger Prairie) and the whole Janesville Velo Club for bringing Wisconsin another great day of cyclocross racing.

MadCross Photos:
Cat 4 Masters, Juniors and Cat 4 Women
Cat 4
Cat 1/2 and 30+

Miscellaneous

Peloton Pix Photos
Peloton Pix Video
Photos from Mountaingoat

djonnymac photos from Gibbs Lake and Badger Prairie


Badger Prairie Cyclocross

It was a beautiful fall day at Badger Prairie County Park for race five in the Planet Bike WCA Cyclocross series.  The course featured twists and turns near the park shelter including one section with the option to ride farther or take the shorter route with a dismount.  The riders also had to tackle the doubletrack trails with just enough climbing to make the legs ache and the classic Badger Prairie run up which was filled with cowbell ringing fans.  Thanks to Neil Swanson and the GT HTFU team for putting on a race where the ability to toughen up was certainly an advantage.

MadCross Photos
Photos from Mountaingoat
Peloton Pix


 

WCA Cross returns with Badger Prairie and Gibbs Lake races

On October 18 and 19 WCA cyclocross racing resumes with a Saturday race at Badger Prairie County Park just outside Madison and a Sunday race at Gibbs Lake County Park not far from Janesville.

Saturday's race is expected to include a unique optional re-route. This will allow racers to choice if they want to go a significantly shorter route but will be required to dismount and run over a barrier OR if they have mad handling skills they can take the longer route and try to hold their speed around a fast swooping off camber corner.  Badger Prairie map.

Sunday's race at Gibbs Lake will feature a tricycle race with the chance to win a Schwinn cross bike, a live band, $1,000 in product awards, and sweet trophies made by local crosser Scott Shapiro.


Wisconsin Riders in Ohio

Several Wisconsin riders headed to Ohio for the three day festival of cyclocross.  DAY THREE - Kristin Wentworth (Planet Bike) rides to a strong 8th place in this UCI C1 event.  Marko LaLonde (Planet Bike) takes 10th and Brian Matter (Gear Grinder) 11th. DAY TWO - Kristin Wentworth (Planet Bike) grabs another 7th, Marko LaLonde (Planet Bike) finishes 6th and Brian Matter (Gear Grinder) overcomes crashes around him and mechanicals to get 15th.  DAY ONE - On day one they came out with strong finishes.  In the women's race Kristin Wentworth (Planet Bike) took 7th in the Elite Women's race.  Marko LaLonde (Planet Bike) took 7th and Brian Matter (Gear Grinder) took 8th in the Elite Men's race.  Illinois riders also had strong rides with Devon Haskell (Pony Shop) riding to 5th in the Women's race.  Ben Popper (HRS/Rock Lobster) took 23rd.

Day Three Reports
Velo News

Kristin Wentworth
Brian Matter
Marko LaLonde
Ben Popper

Day Two Reports
Marko LaLonde

Kristin Wentworth

Day One Reports
Kristin Wentworth

Marko LaLonde
Brian Matter
Ben Popper
Velo News coverage


WCA Cross racing continues at Cam-Rock and Lapham Peak

Saturday's racing at Cam-Rock County Park was a sunny, beautiful fall day with over 220 racers coming out to contest this classic cyclocross race.  Thanks to Paul Roltgen and the Brazen Dropouts for once again overseeing this classic Wisconsin race. Sunday's racing was a "Belgian" kind of day with lots of rain and mud greeting racers at Lapham Peak State Park.   Thanks to Chris Setter for ordering up the mud for everyone to slip and slide around in.

MadCross was unable to provide much coverage of the races so please email links to your photos or videos! 

Lapham Peak MadCross photos - 30+ and Cat 1/2 Men only
Photo Class (go to Events and Orders)

Lapham Peak photos from TeRonde Photography - Morning Races only
Lapham Peak photos by djonnymac
Cam-Rock photos by djonnymac
Cam-Rock photos by Peloton Pix
Lapham Peak photos by Peloton Pix
Cam-Rock and Lapham Peak Photos by Sheri Ferrell


Jonathan Page Planet Bike Cup Press

Photos by Amanda B
Photos from Sheri Farrell
Photos by djonnymac
Photos by Peloton Pix
Photos by Amy Dykema

More photos coming soon!

Capitol Times coverage
Cyclocross Magazine
coverage
VeloNews coverage
CyclingNews - Day One and Day Two
Cyclocrossworld.com Coverage - Day One and Day Two
Bike Throw podcast

Google Video
Peloton-Pix Video


Wisconsin UCI Racing Day Two: Page and Elliott again

Sunday's Jonathan Page Planet Bike Cup elite men's race had a stacked field with Jonathan Page (Planet Bike), Todd Wells (GT), Tim Johnson (Cyclocrossworld.com-Cannondale), Bjorn Selander (Ridley) and Troy Wells (Clif Bar) in Wisconsin for the race.  Add to this three Swiss riders, a Canadian and riders from throughout the US and the racing was fast from the start.

Page, Johnson and the Wells brothers quickly got off the front of the field with Swiss rider Michael Muller (Planet Bike) chasing on his own.  Page made three visits to the pits to swap bikes but made his way back to the group each time.  However, when Johnson was forced to go into the pits Page and Todd Wells got a gap and the race turned into a two man show.  The crowd, filled with local Planet Bike and GT employees as well as fans from throughout the Midwest, went crazy as Page and Wells matched each over the barriers and up the run up and through the twisty grass chicanes.  With one lap to go it was any man's race as they headed up the last hill to the finishing straight.  However, in the end Page had just that little bit more and took his second win of the weekend.

In the elite women's race Natasha Elliott (EMD Serono/Stevens) once again dominated the race and took an early lead that no one could challenge.  Just behind her though Sarah Kerlin (HRS/Rock Lobster) was locked in a duel with Junior National Champion Anna Young (Planet Bike).  Going into the last lap Young was on Kerlin's wheel and made a pass on the run-up.  However, the experienced Kerlin bided her time and on the climb to the finish surged ahead to hold on to second place with Young just behind in third.
RESULTS


Page, Elliott takes opening day in Wisconsin UCI Cyclocross Weekend

At  Jonathan Pages Planet Bike Cup the elite men’s  race was won by no other than Jonathan Page himself.    The race turned into a one-man show after Jonathan Baker (Vitamin Cottage) sliced open his ankle forcing him out of the race and Todd Wells (GT) had to make two stops in the pit and chase back from deep in the field.   Michael Mueller also riding for Planet Bike took second.  Bjorn Selander (Ridley) and Troy Wells (Clif Bar) battled all race but Selander held on for 3rd.  Todd Wells (GT) fought back throughout the race working his way through the large field to grab 5th place.

The women’s field at Jonathan Page’s Planet Bike Cup was filled with most of the Midwest’s top cyclocross racers but Canadian Natasha Elliott (EMD Serono/Stevens) was carving the turns and accelerating up the climbs and rode away for the victory.  Sarah Kerlin (HRS/Rock Lobster) finished second.  Illinois’Devon Haskell  (Pony Shop) was the top Midwestern finisher but 17-18 National Champion Anna Young (Planet Bike) was just seconds behind.  Kathy Sherwin (Velo Bella-Kona) rounded out the top 5.

Racing continues on Sunday at Angell Park with Day Two of Jonathan Page’s Planet Bike Cup.  MORE


Cross Vegas

Jonathan Page (Planet Bike) took 4th at crazy Cross Vegas.  Chicago's Ben Popper (HRS/Rock Lobster) had some fun at Vegas as well as documented on VeloNews.  Results are online.


Jonathan Page doubles up in Michigan; Matter takes third

Jonathan Page (Planet Bike) grabbed his second UCI cyclocross victory at Michigan's Double Cross race on Sunday.  Swiss rider Michael Mueller had to once again settle for second with Brian Matter (Gear Grinder) rounding out the top 3.  Another Swiss rider, Guillaume Dessibourg, took fourth and Canadian Mike Garrigan rounded out the podium. 


Jonathan Page wins Saturday's Double Cross UCI race in Michigan; Marko Lalonde 4th

Despite mechanicals that forced bike changes Jonathan Page (Planet Bike) had a substantial lead to take his first cyclocross victory of the season.  Early in the race his seat broke off and he made a bike change.  However, the handlebar on that bike twisted and he made another bike swap.  In 2nd place was Swiss rider Michael Mueller who also had to make bike changes after flatting during the race.  Marko Lalonde (Planet Bike) took 4th place.  Check Jonathan's website or Marko's website for all the info.  MORE


Jonathan Page wins the Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival

For Jonathon Page (Planet Bike/Ridley), the 2008 Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival was only the second ride on his new mountain bike, but he made the most of it. The 2006 World Cyclocross silver medalist bridged across to Jeff Hall (Salsa) with eight miles to go and then powered away from Hall on the last climb to win the Chequamegon 40 by eight seconds. T.J. Woodruff (BMC) rolled in 40 seconds behind Page for third place.


Jonathan Page clinic kicks off Wisconsin cross season

Over 45 crossers turned out on Labor Day weekend to learn the secrets to cyclocross success.  Jonathan Page as well as Jesse LaLonde, Kristin Wentworth, Anna Young and Bob Downs were on hand to help riders refine their cyclocross skills.  The participants practiced their mounts, dismounts, bike carrying and cornering skills.  In addition, riders had the chance to do a little "bike bumping" game and to see who would be the last one riding.  Although the Planet Bike team may have some of the best known riders no one took it easy on them!  The day ended with a cookout so everyone could hang out and talk about cross with like-minded folks. 


2008 WI Cyclocross Season Video

WMV (Small), MP4 (Medium, Large)


WCA Cyclocross Banquet to be held Friday, December 5

The annual WCA Planet Bike Cyclocross Series Banquet will be held Friday, December 5 at the Johnson Creek Community Center located at 417 Union Street.  The banquet will begin at 6:30pm.  Please mark your calendar now so you don't miss out on the fun of reliving the highlights of this year's cross season!  The evening will include a Pasquals taco buffet, drinks, dessert and season awards.  RSVP is required so do it now!!!  You can mail your RSVP form to Renee Callaway or give it to her at one of the upcoming races.  Flyer and RSVP Form.


Viking Cross Returns to Stoughton on November 9

Last year's inaugural Viking Cross was such a huge success that it will return again in 2008.  Held at Mandt Park in Stoughton this race featured Wisconsin's only beach ride/run.  Although the terrain is flat this is not a blazing fast course with its numerous twists and turns and, oh yeah, the aforementioned beach.  This race is not part of the Planet Bike WCA Cyclocross Series but it's worth the trip to Stoughton.  Flyer


Expo Racing to host costume contest at Washington Park cyclocross

Expo Racing will be hanging out at the run-up and they plan to award at least 20 deep with prizes for best costumes.  They will also have candy, hot cider and PBR.  The Halloween Costume Contest and Parte' presented by EXPO Racing in conjunction with the VeloTrocadero Halloween Classic Cyclocross Race should add to the race fun.  Info as well as daily updates about the parte' can be found online at http://fixedgeargus.blogspot.com/2008/10/13-days-of-halloween-cx-day-1.html or www.exporacing.net.  Get your costumes out!


Cyclocross How To Videos

Cyclocross how to videos from Mickey Denoncourt of Spooky Bikes added to our Cyclocross 101 page.  Dozens of videos about racing basics, bike & gear, racing techniques, race course tips.  (added 10/14/2008)


Capitol Velo Club dominates Prairie Cross

With temperatures at 80 degrees and the sun beating down it was a hot day for Prairie du Chien's inaugral cross race sponsored by the Prairie Pedaler.  The course at La Riviere Park started with a fast roll out on a gravel road that lead to the mostly grass course.  The first major challenge was a tight turn to a sandy climb.  A little respite was had after that was a fast section with fast turns where a confident rider could let off the brakes and fly.  A few more climbs lead you up to the top of the course to some tight chicanes where the local fans were out cheering.  Then downhill towards the tough run up.  A long power sucking grass section lead to a double barrier at the base of a long, hard uphill run-up.  Once at the top it was around a tight hairpin turn and down a sandy section and back into another grass section. Around a turn and through a wide open bumpy field.  Then another steep little climb in the blazing sun before entering a twisty turny section through the trees before you hit the finish area.

In the Elite Women's race Capitol Velo Club riders, Renee Callaway and Michele Ericsson, took control of the elite women's race from the start.  Callaway took the lead early but Ericsson  was on her wheel for most of the first lap and second lap and they were virtually side by side at times.  On the second time up the run-up Callaway was able to put some distance into Ericsson which she held through the 45 minute race to take the win with Ericsson, fresh off a Saturday adventure race, just behind for 2nd.  In the men's race Viroqua promoter Chris Newlin used his familiarity with the course to his advantage to establish a gap partway through the race which he held to take the win.  In second place David Bell (Chainsmokers) overcame a bad start that saw him sitting at the back of the pack to hold on for second.  John Ericsson (Brazen Dropouts) rounded out the top three.

Photos


Viroqua and Prairie du Chien to have weekend cyclocross on Oct 11/12

Prairie du Chien, WI only 2 hours from Madison will be hosting a cyclocross race on Sunday, October 12.  The race will take place at La Riviere Park.  Viroqua, also only 2 hours from Madison, will be hosting a weekend cyclocross race on Saturday, October 11.  With low entry fees ($5 or less!) this could be a great opportunity to see what's happening in these new hotbeds of Wisconsin cross. 

Prairie du Chien flyer
Viroqua flyer


Viroqua Cross kicks off Monday night racing

Racing kicked off in Viroqua on Monday night and continues through October 27 at the Viroqua Elementary. 

Find out more online at the Viroqua webpage.

 

 


Velonews Cyclocross Skills Videos

Cyclocross skills videos from Velonews added to our Cyclocross 101 page.  Brandon Dwight gives tips on common mistakes, starts, etiquette and equipment.


Monique Ryan to lead High Octane Fuel for Cyclocross Presentation in Chicago 

(Chicago, Illinois – September 17, 2008) The Chicago Cyclocross Cup is proud to announce that Monique Ryan, MS, RD, LDN will be leading a presentation on fueling for the cyclocross racing on Tuesday, October 7 in Chicago.  Advance registration is required.   Read More


Miss-n-Out at Estabrook

Miss-n_out racing will be happening on Tuesdays at Estabrook Park.  Cost is $5 and the entry fee goes to payout to the top riders.  Racing fun is at 6pm.

 

 

 


Prairie du Chien to host cross race on October 11

The Prairie Peddler bike shop will be hosting a cyclocross race on October 12, an open weekend on the WCA schedule no less!  This race is affiliated with the Viroqua Cross Series and will count as double points for the Viroqua Cross racers. It'll be held at La Riviere City park, and the course should prove to be fast. Surface is mostly grass, with some sand and a touch of gravel.

Registration opens Sept 15 for Cyclocross Nationals in Kansas City

According to the website, registration for the 2007 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships in Kansas City’s Tiffany Springs Park opens Monday, Sept. 15 at midnight CST.  Racing takes place December 11-14.  The website reports that for age group classes that start order will go first to the reigning national champion and then drawn by lots based on registration order.  The best way to get a good start position is to register early.  Also, the race has changed locations in Kansas City and will now by at the Tiffany Springs Park in Kansas City, MO.


Registration opens for the 2008 Carousel Volkswagen Jingle Cross Rock
Registration is now open on-line for the 2008 Carousel Volkswagen Jingle Cross Rock scheduled for Saturday, November 29th (Rock 1) and Sunday, November 30th (Rock 2) in Iowa City, Iowa. Over $20,000 in cash, merchandise, and swag prizes will be up for grabs. Registration information, race schedules and hotel information can be found at www.JingleCrossRock.com.


Ben Turner of Cycle-Smart to lead Cyclocross Clinic in Chicago

Chicago Cyclocross Cup is proud to present the first annual cyclocross clinic on Saturday, September 13 at the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT). The clinic will be lead by Coach Ben Turner of Cycle-Smart. Ben who will be teaching the techniques and strategies needed for a successful cyclocross season. Ben is the current manager of CLIF BAR Development Cyclo-Cross Team, the top under-25 development cycling program in the country.

The schedule will be as follows:
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Beginner New crosser/less than 1 year
experience)
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Advanced/1 or more years of cross racing)

On-line registration is open at www.sportsbaseonline.com. Further information about the clinic and series can be found by visiting www.chicrosscup.com


Jonathan Page to race 2008 KTR DoubleCross in Michigan

Tailwind Enterprises and Kinetic Systems Bicycles will again be hosting Michigan's only UCI Cyclo-cross event, and have also confirmed that Jonathan Page will be attending this years event. Jonathan won both days of racing at last years event and has chose to come back to give it another go because of the fantastic venue.

This years racing will be held September 20 & 21 at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg, MI. This is arguably the best venue for spectators in the country, with plenty of parking and great announcing, 'Cross fans can enjoy themselves on or off the bike. The folks at Kinetic Systems will be hosting a post race party / Q & A session with Jonathan Page and some of the other top professionals that will be racing.

Questions regarding host housing, entry fees, directions, or anything else can be addressed to Jeff at Kinetic Systems (248)625-7000 or visit Tailwind Enterprises .
 

 

 

 

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