Billed as the 'Paris-Roubaix of the Midwest', the latest edition of the Cone-Azalia road race delivered a test of fitness, equipment, and luck.
Its not a typical road course and for that reason some racers opt for other venues, but for those that take the challenge a unique experience awaits ranging from euphoria to utter frustration. Often marking the opening race of the Michigan Challenge Series, the event is held on a 10.1 mile loop with 4 miles consisting of dirt/gravel sectors.
Its these 4 miles of dirt/gravel that defines the race. Year to year the condition of these sections are ever changing [smooth, ruts, potholes, mud] and where your choice of equipment and your relationship with lady luck are paramount. No flats - bonus, flat(s) - how many times can you withstand a motorpace back up to the peloton? Eitherway, a classic European style circuit might just be some of the best racing you'll do all season.
And when your luck has run out, its nice to have a stong team that can still deliver a 1-2 finish; especially in a race where just finishing can be tricky.
Present Tense, Future Imperfect
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What have Demi Vollering and Lenny Martinez got in common? One thing is
they both told their teams they were leaving earlier this season and
quickly felt...
what a great race...thanks again Diesel for introducing us to this race the post race snack were deliciously addictive! Butcher next year 1, 2 finish for us!
ReplyDeleteI believe this to be the most challenging one day race locally. If you can finish it the gods were on your side.
ReplyDeleteOne of the greatest days of cycling ever. I wasn't able to finish the race because of a double flat but next year I will be riding the hot set-up and if lady luck comes my way will finish
ReplyDeleteIn road only news Dylan L won the S3 Springbank race in London.
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