Ergomo Pro/Spin
This effort was very similar to RMR. Flat with big sweeping turns. A few that were a little tight with curbing but no problem. Half way through the race I got pushed over to the right side of the pack close to the barriers and there was a rider just cruising at 5 mph. I yelled and tried to get clear, but there was nowhere to go. I almost made it to a complete stop, but endo'd into the orange netting instead. I yelled at whoever was in front of me, I always do, it makes me feel better. Free lap rule in effect, but no backwards travel on the course. It was a trick getting through the spectators all the way back to the wheel pit. I didn't make it in time before the field came around again, but I didn't care, I was taking free laps and getting back in the race. The officials didn't know anyway. Everything was OK. All I got was a small scrape on the knee and the shifter was crooked and the wheels knocked a little crooked. The wheels are still true. It was futile trying to get away, all of us tried several times but there were a lot of strong, hungry riders and everything kept coming back. We used the lap counter as an indicator of where to be in the last 10 laps. It's not easy maintaining 3rd or 4th lap after lap with a field of about 65, but I was hanging. Going into the last lap, Patrick was about 2nd and Eric attacked really hard. He went to the front and buried it for Patrick. I got swarmed and went from 5th to 20th. Tried like hell to move up, but the field was in full flight. Patrick held his position all the way, but ended up 2nd by 6 inches. Eric and I rolled in with the pack, out of the money, but a success for the team. Never, ever, ever drink a product called Vitamin Energy. They were giving away handfuls after the race, and we were thirsty, so we drank 2 each. 20 minutes later, Eric and I were running to the crapper. This continued about 8 more times for the next 2 hours. We officially have clean colon's. That diet sucks. Feel fine. We were able to eat dinner later. We actually laughed about it quite a bit, but it sucked. Legs still feel good. Looking forward to the next race.
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Evanston, Illinois
Downtown Evanston will be hopping for the inaugural Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Grand Prix of Cycling. Come early and visit the local shops on the course and choose from over 30 restaurants and enjoy outdoor dining along the racecourse. A live concert by Dave Weld and The Imperial Flames follows immediately after the final race of the day. For more information, visit www.enhgrandprix.com or call Turin Bicycle at (847) 864-7660.
| Time | Event/Category | Distance | Field Limit | Purse | Places | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 a.m. | Cat 4/5 Men | 25 mi. | 75 | $650 | 18 | $27.00 |
| 10:40 a.m. | Masters Men 30+ (Cat 1/2/3)1 | 30 mi. | 160 | $750 | 18 | $27.00 |
| 12:00 p.m. | Masters Men 40+ (Cat 1/2/3)1 | 30 mi. | 160 | $750 | 18 | $27.00 |
| 1:20 p.m. | Cat 3 Men | 40 mi. | 160 | $900 | 20 | $27.00 |
| 3:05 p.m. | Pro/1/2/3 Women | 55K | 160 | $1,000 | 20 | $27.00 |
| 4:45 p.m. | Pro/1/2 Men | 100K | 200 | $2,800 | 25 | $32.00 |
Race schedule is tentative and subject to change at the discretion of the promoter.
Race Type: Criterium
Course Length: 0.9 mi.
Course Description: Flat
Directions: From Milwaukee, Take I-94 East toward Chicago. Continue on I-94 when it splits from I-294 north of Chicago. Take I-94, (aka Edens Expressway) to Exit 37A, Dempster St. Exit. Go east on Dempster 4 miles to Asbury Ave. Turn left on Asbury Ave. and proceed five blocks to Church St. Turn right go three blocks on Church St. to Benson Ave. Turn right on Benson Ave. The Sherman Plaza parking deck is on the left. The course is easily accessible by Metra's North Line or CTA's Purple Line trains. Take either one to the Davis Street station and walk one block east to the start finish line. Bicycles are allowed on Metra trains all day on Sundays. Distance from Milwaukee: 80 miles (2 hours). Roadmap
Riders must park in the Sherman Plaza parking deck on Benson Avenue between Church and Davis Streets, less than one block from the Start/Finish line and registration. Ceiling height in the parking deck requires that bicycles be removed before entering the parking deck.
Lodging: The official host hotel of the Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Grand Prix of Cycling is the Hilton Garden Inn at 1818 Maple Avenue in Evanston, just two blocks from the course. The Hilton Garden Inn is located in the heart of downtown Evanston, walking distance to dining, shopping, entertainment, and public transportation to access downtown Chicago, with 178 rooms, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, restaurant, and lounge. All guest rooms have microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet.
There is a special room rate for racers of $139 per night, plus taxes. Make your reservation by 7/13/07 by calling 1.800.HILTONS and requesting rooms for the "ENH Grand Prix of Cycling" event. Directions are as above, take Church Street east two blocks from Ridge Avenue, stay on the left side of Church Street as you go under the railroad trestle, and turn left (north) on Maple Avenue. Take Maple Avenue north one block to The Hilton Garden Inn, on your left.
Notes:
- 1Masters 30+ & 40+ races are open to licensed riders of Category 1 - 3.
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