Tony, Chris, Stephanie, and I met with Tom Anderson today to finalize plans for the Cube. Tonight about nine of us went over to ride through the course a couple of times after the TNR. The level of interest in the Cube this year has been unprecedented and preregistration is well ahead of previous years. I am not promising a million people, but I think we are on track for a very good turnout. However, I know from working on the Cube in previous years that a local event lives or dies based on positive word of mouth so I am asking for your help to get the message out.
The Cube received a much needed infusion of cash from Dr.Jeff Hancock and his partners at Teton Cancer Institute. Among other things we have used the money to upgrade the course marking with new step-in plastic poles and purchase some souvenir prices (engraved cowbells) for the top three male and female finishers in both the A race and the B race. In addition, we have received very generous support from Kelson, Sticks and Stones, Bill’s Bike Shop, Dave’s Bike Shop, Chris Huskinson’s Flying H Corporation, Taylor Chevrolet, Rexburg Massage Therapy, Great Harvest, Paul Mitchell, Hemming Village, and others. You can count on a great raffle which will include new crop potatoes.
The shirt is totally killer, indigo blue in color. We have a few left, but they are going fast. I have received quite a few inquiries about the kid’s race. We have asked Scott Adamson to take primary responsibility for the organization of the kids’ race. Depending on the number and ages of the kids who show up, we will probably separate them into about three groups with age appropriate courses. Kids’ registration is only $10.
The transition from the single track to the pavement was getting pretty eroded with lots of exposed roots. Tom Anderson and the guys from the city brought in some dirt and the transition is now silky smooth. Our goal with the Cube is to put on an event with a decent level of competition but at the same time to provide something fun and memorable to participants of all abilities. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday.
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