SB Nation User Blog: Fred Marx

Cutthroat Cross

Fred Marx — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:20:04 -0000

Sunday marked the second running of Cutthroat Cross. The race is sponsored by Uinta Brewing and put on by Cutthroat Racing. The course was a fast grass surface, with a sharp run up and a nice picnic grove slalom. The race featured a mass start format, in which anyone who considered themselves an A racer, male or female, all started together, likewise B's and C's. This and the wide open course made for very spectator friendly racing. Without further delay the pictures....

Men's A Winner Ali Goulet and Second Place Sam Krieg In the Grove

Men's B's Weave through The Grove

Bob Walker (Church Of The Big Ring)

Sam Krieg (ICE/Krieg Climbing)

Men's A:

Ali Goulet (Church Of The Big Ring)
Sam Krieg (ICE/Krieg Climbing)
Bo PItkin (Church Of The Big Ring)

Ladies A: (Corrected thanks, Dayna)

Kris Walker (Church Of the Big Ring)
Zephanie Blasi
Dayna Deuter (Church Of The Big Ring)

More photos at the usual location. The Utah scene takes a weekend off and returns with State Championships the weekend before Thanksgiving.

Utah Cross Series Day 7

Fred Marx — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:58:29 -0000

Bart Gillespie (Mona-Vie/Cannondale) leads the men's A flight

More Cyclocross from the Weber County Fairgrounds, Ogden Utah. The usual suspects showed up and there was a bit of racing. There are a few words and pictures, to share on the flip.

Bart Gillespie took another win in the Utah Cyclocross Series today in Ogden Utah. The race was close, the weekly battle between Gillespie and Ali Goulet (Church Of The Big Ring) untill 3 laps to go. The script was altered at this point as Goulet suffered a mechanical set back that saw him finish well back from his normal first or second position.

The men's A flight rolls out

Dayna Deuter (Church Of The Big Ring) enjoys a healthy lead.

On the women's side Dayna Deuter (Church Of The Big Ring) took home her first win of the season over a solid ladies A field. A fine, if unseasonably warm, fall day made for perfect race conditions.

images here.

From the ludicrous file

Fred Marx — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:51:52 -0000

From the ludicrous file

Oscar Periero, who has not ridden his bike in anger in months undergoes dope control in a restaurant hallway. From cyclingnews,com.

Tour of Utah Mourns Loss of Executive Director Terry McGinnis

Fred Marx — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:27:50 -0000

This just arrived in my inbox. It was around twitter earlier in the day. Sad news out of Salt Lake City. This is the press release:

Steve Miller, President of the Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah presented by Zions Bank, announced today the passing of Executive Director, Terry McGinnis, after a prolonged battle with cancer. “Terry was the heart and soul of the Tour and will be missed. His passion for the race was a deciding factor in the success of the event,” said Miller. “All of us on the staff as well as friends of the race will miss him dearly and will do all that we can to continue the event in his honor and make him proud.” McGinnis was with the Tour of Utah for four years in different capacities. In 2006 he was a radio commentator, in 2007 he served as a consultant to Chairman Greg Miller, and in 2008-09 he held the executive director position. As executive director, McGinnis hired key personnel, designed the course, acted as liaison with USA Cycling, secured sponsors and merchandise partners, selected teams to invite, and oversaw marketing and public relations efforts.

McGinnis raced professionally for more than 20 years, spending 10 of those as an Elite Cat 1 cyclist. He was forced to retire in 2007 due to cancer. McGinnis continued to ride recreationally as his health allowed.

Mud, Sweat and Gears.

Fred Marx — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:08:48 -0000

Wet cross! muddy cross! Good times had by all. There were some souvenirs. Day four of the Utah Cyclocross series saw overcast skies for all classes. Then the mens's A's lined up. A mild day turned into classic cross weather. Chilly, wet and slimy. The usually suspects turned up. One individual was heard to comment, "You really have to love racing your bike to show up today." In response, "You really have to love taking pictures..."

Bo Pitkin (Church Of The Big Ring)

More on the flip. Full gallery from the Utah Cyclocross Series

Our favorite junior....

Jennie Wade (Church Of The Big Ring) our favorite pair of Baby Blues.

Alex Grant (Mona Vie/Cannondale) with a little something with which to remember the day.

Faces of Pain...

Fred Marx — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:43:21 -0000

Todays installment of Utah Cyclocross features portraits of suffering.

It was hot, dry and dusty... AGAIN!. Today was the Heber City Fairgrounds installment of The Utah Cyclocross Series.

A small women's field was dominated by Kathy Sherwin (Velo Bella/Ellsworth)

The mens A/B Flight featured a duel between Ali Goulet (Church Of The Big Ring) and Eric Rasmussen (Porcupine/Specialized). Goulet is also the current USGP Masters 35+ Series Leader.

Rasmussen prevailed at the line, giving the series it's third new winner in three weeks.

For a more complete look follow this link.

For the images of the series thus far click here.

Women's 'cross from Ogden Utah. . Day 2 of the the Cyclocross series.

Fred Marx — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:35:56 -0000

Women's 'cross from Ogden Utah. .
Day 2 of the the Cyclocross series.

Utah 'cross series day one Link will open in a new window. Enjoy! Dry dusty day of 'cross...

Fred Marx — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:27:29 -0000

Utah 'cross series day one

Link will open in a new window. Enjoy! Dry dusty day of 'cross racing in Ogden at the Weber County Fairgrounds. Day two will return to this venue on Oct 10. Perhaps we'll get real 'cross weather then.

Barredo and Davis join A Schleck on the sidelines

Fred Marx — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 01:07:11 -0000

Carlos Barredo and Allen Davis have joined Andy Schleck on the sidelines of the Veulta. Both had been suffering stomach problems and were losing time over all. Davis was 34 minutes down at the conclusion of stage eight while Barredo was just 11 minutes behind. Both riders had been hoping for a spot on their respective squads for Worlds in Switzerland. Schleck withdrew during stage 8 to Alto de Aitana. Schleck left the Vuelta in 51st place, 3:10. Cyclingnews.com has details on both withdrawals.

Michael Barry waxes poetic on raceday in Plouay

Fred Marx — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 03:11:02 -0000

Michael Barry waxes poetic on raceday in Plouay

This one might be a tad over the top, but it's Michael Barry.