2014 CNY Cyclocross Series

CNY Cup - 2014 Central New York Cyclocross Series

 

It’s here!

With all the great ‘cross races that we’ve been having such fun at in our little part of the world.. the mystical powers of the woods have carried the undeniable voices of whimsical pain and  joyous celebration all they way to ears and souls of our humble race organizers.. where they have joined forces to unite the region in challenge.. unleashing a lively competition to crown the kings and queens of the ‘Cross in the Center Land.

This challenge will spread over the hill tops, through the valleys and over the undulations in between.. across dewy off camber grasses, shimmering in reflection, as those chosen blades within the tape look downward to their roots as if telling them to ready and stay strong as they await the shredding tires of excitement.. over rock and root whose spirits lick their lips in anticipation of the opportunity to steal the air from those same tires should their racer underestimate their might.. through the valleys and across the surface of smooth frigid waters of shallow streams.. the challenge will be the force that keeps these racers honest.. their blood, adrenaline and dopamine rushing, keeping the fires raging in the quads, hearts and core of their being.. well into the crisp air of the seasons turn.. bringing warmth and good natured push, push, push.. allez allez allez.. hoppe hoppe hoppe.. swooping, sliding, grinding, hammering..  hungry for every turn, every obstacle.. the spirit of challenge making us stronger every day  – – Central New York Cyclocross Points Series… the CNY Cup!

To quote the internets:

Here ya go kids!

October 2014 – Syracuse, NY, Cycling race promoters announce partnership for new CNY cyclocross points race series.

The Central NY Cyclocross scene is proud to announce the Inaugural CNY Cycloross Cup Points Series.

The 2014 Cup series will includes five races located in and around the Central NY Region. The races include CX Out Child Abuse, Syracuse GP, ‘Power Cross, Syracross and Cider Cross. Points will be awarded based on the overall finish placement of participants with the winners crowned as King or Queen of the series in their respective events categories.

Categories for 2014 will include:
• Open Men
• Open Women
• Cat 4/5 Men
• Cat 4 Women
• Masters 35+
• Master 55+
• Single Speed Men
• Single Speed Women

2014 Participating races:

10/5/14 – CX out child Abuse: Bryan Blake –https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cross-Out-Child-Abuse/602731749843571

10/25/14 – Syracuse Grand Prix: Mike Lyon –
https://www.bikereg.com/syracuse-gp–power-cross-both-days

10/26/14 – ‘Power Cross: Noel Bonk –https://www.facebook.com/powercyclocross

11/1/14 – Syracross IV: Sara Morris – http://www.mellovelobicycles.com/syracross/

11/9/14 – Cider Cross: Kenny Hammond –
http://www.CiderCross.com/

Series Rules > https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0Bz-6StSaQWayaGtOYlVvWGwxUms&usp=sharing

Contact Info:
Cup Promoter – Bryan Blake tourdeloop@gmail.com

– (source: facebook / Bryan Blake, copied October 14th, 2014)

update:

Some times when you light a match next the gasoline things really get going.

The CNY Cup Cyclocross Points Series would like to welcome Turkey Cross at the Victor Apple Farm to be held on November 23rd to the list of races for 2014

– (source: facebook / Bryan Blake, copied October 14th, 2014)

THE COBRA

Cobra Frames from Raúl Alexander Marrero on Vimeo.

“Short documentary about Joe Roggenbuck, a bike frame builder based in Syracuse, New York, where he builds THE COBRA, his brand of custom, made-to-measure, steel bike frames.

Written, Directed and Edited by Raul Alexander Marrero and Luke Casino” (source: http://vimeo.com/108090987)

more: 
http://cobraframes.tumblr.com/
http://instagram.com/cobraframes
https://www.facebook.com/cobraframes

 

#morningmountainmiles #art

morning mountain miles

 

We were talking about how on the #mellomorningmiles, which is affectionately evolving to the hashtag #morningmountainmiles, it’s sometimes like sleeping whilst riding.

I drew a little diagram of it.

ZzZZzzzZZz

! ! ! mello morning miles : tuesdays/thursdays 5am + 7am 
– – briskly riding road racing bicycles or similar for ~2hrs each roll out
– – roll out from Mello Velo Bicycle Shop
– – still a good idea to have lights + reflective stuff for the 5am…

! ! ! Let us know if you’re coming so we know to keep an eye out for ya..  search for the tags if ya feel like climbin’

#morningmiles
#mellomorningmiles
#morningmountainmiles

Work hard, have fun!