Last Race of Season

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The last race of the Cyclocross season here in Spokane was Saturday out on the trails at 7 Mile. We put a small group together and rode out there to watch the races, stand around the fire and enjoy Bloody Marys.

Stay tuned for an update about the Full Moon Fiasco Festivus ride.

Cyclocross Season Almost Over

I was lucky enough to get in on a great deal involving a van and a trailer full of bikes to Farragut State Park for the next to last Cyclocross race this season.

Fun was had and pictures were taken. (click the picture for more)

The LAST race this season will be at 7 Mile. If you are unfamiliar with this area it's just outside of town...about 7 miles.

We will be riding out there to watch the races Saturday 22nd at 9:00am. If you want to ride along at a leisurely pace to watch some racing and participate in the after race festivities and awards ceremony, feel free to join us at Rocket Bakery downtown across the street from Two Wheel Transit. Check the weather the day of, but we are looking at 30% chance of showers with 100% chance of 40degrees for most of the day. Pack the swishy clothes. Any questions, email me.

A Great Turnout

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And I was all worried that the rain and cold would keep riders indoors. I made fewer spoke cards and had a really short route. I couldn't have been wronger. Except maybe just then with the use of the word 'wronger'.

The weather was perfect for riding. Instead of the predicted rain, it was dry and a little warmer that the few days before. Though, my trip down the hill was a little reminder that winter is right around the corner.

I was excited to find more than 30 riders were there enjoying their beverages and ready to ride. We packed up at 9ish and took off for The Globe. Located on Division and Main, it's a medium sized place with pool tables, a jukebox, food, beer and a bike rack.

The crew thinned as the evening ticked away. Some were headed home and others were going to the Baby Bar to listen to James Pants and Peter Parker. A packed bar full of dancing drunks had me finish my drink quickly and make my way outside for my return trip up the hill.

A great ride with some new Lifetime Members for Life.

THE FULL MOON FIASCO FESTIVUSThis one is a special event started by some friends in StL. It's an opportunity to decorate your bike with lights, ornaments, tinsel and really whatever it takes to win some prizes.

Speaking of prizes, I would like to find some willing souls to donate things to be given out as rewards for a job well done. We will have judging for use of lights, use of decorations and some others. Along with that will be the Feats of Strength to include but not limited to frame toss, houla hoop, and if we get a good fixie contengency we will have the requisite fixie tricks.

If you or someone you know would be able to donate stuff for the giveaway, let me know through email. Anything like Carabiners, coupons, water bottles, a date with one of these guys.

The Next Fiasco

The next Full Moon Fiasco will be Wednesday November 12th. You may be looking at a calendar and wondering if it is wrong. No, your calendar is just fine. I am an idiot. I have started using a new calendar online that is indeed wrong.

To set things straight, I will be posting a link to a new calendar that will show the REAL Full Moon dates. I may even list them all in the bar on the left.

I apologize to all those that have tried to organize their schedules accordingly.

Again, this Fiasco will be Wednesday November 12th. Meet at The Swamp at 8:00p.m. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me before I get a beer.

Competition Bitches!

We rode out to the Cyclocross race at Seven Mile. Luckily, the weather cooperated and did not dump rain all day. It was a fun filled day of action and suspense. I took a few pictures, you can view them by clicking the picture.

If you haven't already, you should go check out a Cyclocross race. You get to walk around the course, see the racers more than once and watch as they fall over logs and such.

Halloween Post

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Thanks to everyone that dressed up and came along for the ride. I know there are several things to do on Halloween so I really appreciate you making it out for a bike ride.

Festivities began as always at The Swamp. I was sad to leave because Dearly Departed was about to play. Go check these guys out, they do not disappoint. From there we took a thankfully short ride to the Baby Bar. Everyone knows how hard it is to ride a bike in costume.

Our next ride will be November 12th. It's a Wednesday and it will probably be cold, but that is no reason to skip out. Tell your boss you need some time off, buy some thick socks and come ride your bike. There may even be a theme. Halloween is over, but you know you like to dress up.