Yesterday was another signature day for Eastern Idaho CX. The second annual Blue Goose Cyclocross race was held at Freeman Park in Idaho Falls. It featured several nice technical upgrades from last year's excellent inaugural race.
This years course followed the same general outline as last year, but brought the racers fairly quickly across the creek with an early crossing over an established bridge and then back across a fairly steep temporary bridge. Later, the organizers managed to finagle two passes through the sand volleyball court with a nice little hairpin turn around a large tree to mix things up a bit. In addition to last year's drop into the stream bed early (causing some white knuckle moments each lap), a second stream bed crossing was added where last year racers cruised over a bridge. With the exception of some minor variations through the trees along the river, most of the course remained the same as last year.
With a nice mix of kids, beginners and a deep experienced field it made for a well attended event. Each November day you can get out on a bike is a bonus day in my book, and to have a sunny day with a well organized bike race to attend is a real gem.
Our Rexburg contingent had a good showing in both races, with congratulations going out to Shea and Kelton who both found a spot on the podium in the end. But perhaps most importantly I'll give a shout out to all who attended from around the area (Teton Valley, Ashton, Rexburg, IF, and Pokey); both racers and supporters that helped to make it a great day! Here's to hoping that we'll have a good turnout for BengalCross as well.
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