Each race features a $260 prize list and an opportunity to keep in touch with your fellow cycling acquaintances while evaluating your training efforts based on your finish time...
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| A picture from the 2009 Harper's Cycling Roller Race that includes John Sulzberger (left) and myself. |
There are 7 races this year:
Jan.9th - Valley West Des Moines Wipeout - Valley West Mall
Jan.15th Sat. - Harper’s Cycling & Fitness Rollerhead 2 Miles - Muscatine, IA
Jan. 22nd - Rollin’ the Rapids - Gold Pointe Fitness Club, Cedar Rapids
Jan. 23rd. - Fort Dodge Tri Sport Rock & Roller Race - Shimkat Motor Company
Feb. 6th - Velosport/American Equity - Davenport Trek Store
Feb.12th. - Bickel's Killer 2-mile Roller Race - West Burlington, IA
Feb.27th - Ames Assault Roller Race - Bike World of Ames
In addition to a shot at winning a few bucks, you also get your name entered into a drawing for a set of Krietler Rollers after you enter 4 races. At the end of the year, medals are awarded as this is part of the Iowa State Championships Series. These medals serve as points for the IBRA's team competition that compiles results from all of the various racing disciplines throughout the year.
If you want to take a look at the top end of the results, Bike World of Ames has a great Roller Race Page that compiles stats and gearing charts.
I will be racing a few of these as my schedule allows. The first race of the series is unique in that it takes place in the Valley West Mall in Des Moines. You can get your shopping done between races and enjoy confusing passers-by who have no idea what you are doing nor why you are doing it...
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| 2009 Valley West Wipeout - West Des Moines, Iowa |
1 comment:
Best of luck. I've heard you are beastly on the rollers!
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