Georgia Cyclocross State Championships Masters 35+ 2011

The Georgia Cyclocross State Championship race was held this past Sunday at Yargo State Park.  Everett had to study for his final exams (though he is a former state champion in cross), so Shey, Jansen and I headed out to the race.  Yargo always has a great course with technical turns, fast flats, gravel and a long sand section.

Shey raced first, in the Masters 35+, and went out hard with Eric Neely.  The two of them stayed together through most of the 45 minute race and Nate was always a threat who was close behind.  It was quite nerve-wracking for the spectators!  Shey finally pulled away in the end for the win and the chance to wear another State Championship jersey.  Yeah!

Shey and Eric through the sand.

The guys coming fast into the barriers.

Cyclocross is a great adrenaline rush, but it's also really nice to catch up with old friends and we enjoyed talking to people we don't normally get to see during the mtb season.  Lamar is pretty excited that Everett is leaning toward the field of robotics. Travis is a staple at these races and is looking quite strong this year.  Bruce is back, what more can I say.  Peter looked good dancing around the course on his pink bike.  Farmer G. took Joey on in the SS race, which was hilarious!  Holly crashed spectacularly and won  some huge silver glasses that Andy had found on the side of the road while riding over to Yargo.  Lee made the guys drool with his zip-tie gun....ooooh....aaaaah.....Josh and Amy have the cutest little boy who was dressed up like a bear... Cross is one big happy family!   It was great to see everyone!

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Huge congrats to Shey for a hard-fought title!!

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