Linkage

I've added state racing links, so that it is easier to search for certain races if you plan to travel. Feel free to send me more that I've missed.

Thanksgiving

Had a nice Thanksgiving with Ty, Jen, Joel, and Anna. The wine was probably my favorite part. We then heading to Brenckenridge for a couple of days. Had a few Vanilla Porters at the Breckenridge Brewery, then ran into Chris Nunez at the Blue River Bistro. If you watch Miami Ink on TLC you might recognize him. The skiing wasn't much to talk about, except for Ty throwing an unexpected heli and landing it. I guess, I'll have to give it a try next time.

Made the Jump

I joined the Vitamin Cottage 3s team this week. I got in a couple of good rides with team, and I'm super pumped about the upcoming season. We should have a strong team. It was a great opportunity to jump to a team that was dedicated to racing, and to train with a group of guys who take cycling as serious as I do. Several of the guys have the same goal as I do, to cat up, so it should be a fun season. 5 months to the first road race.

U.S. Gran Prix of Cyclocross

High jacked this picture off Jared Roy's blog. Check it out for some good pics and video.

I think the pic says it all.

Had a great weekend working the pit for Taylor during the 2 USGP races this weekend. Taylor had a great ride saturday and even better one sunday. He finished 26th saturday and 18th on sunday. Considering the field, it was a awesome result. It has got to be fun beating guys that get paid to race for a living. A few thoughts:

1. Ryan Trebon is a freak, kid is crazy fast. In my opinion, he would have won going away on sunday as well, if not for the 4 bike changes.

2. Boulder Cup course was awesome to watch, best race atmosphere I've ever seen. The hill run-ups were sick.

3. If you don't get called up, or have a starting number in the top 30 you are already out of the race.

Sat. Race Report
Sun. Race Report

Sat. Results
Sun. Results
After watching the races, I almost want to race cross myself.

The Nut Cup

I had a great time playing golf in Pinehurst. I went with my father-in-law and met up with 10 other guys for a weekend of fun. We were invited by my wife's cousin, Michael Landsberg to play in his private 72 hole tournament named the "Nut Cup". I know what you thinking, but it is actually in reference to Michael's life threatning allergy to nuts. After I finally got my clubs and clothes (American Airlines lost my luggage for 24 hours) I was finally able to relax. We played all weekend at Forrest Creek Country Club where Michael is a member. It has been voted top 50 private courses in the USA. I played 27 holes Thursday, 18 Friday, 36 Saturday, and 9 on Sunday. Needless to say I was a litte worn out when I got back to Denver late Sunday night, but can't wait to try to claim the 07 Nut Cup.