The first season of the Cross The Bay Series was a success! We just wanted to say "Thank You" to all of the sponsors that helped out this year:
Bayside Family & Sports Medicine
The East Jordan Lions Club
DJ Dan Bennett
Q: Is this the same course as November 18th?
A: No, it will be different. Yes, there will be some of the same features....but different course. Rumor has it: The hill will not be rideable this time!
Q: I would like to volunteer, how do I?
A: Either Email us (info@einsteincycles.com) or just show up around 11am!
Q: How do you determine the winner of the free carbon cyclocross bike?
A: If you do 3 races in the series you will get 1 ticket, if you do all 4 races you get 2 tickets! After all the races during the awards, we will pick the lucky winner. Will the winner receive the bike then? No...we need to get the proper size and have Focus send us the bike!
Q: Speaking of free stuff, when are the awards?
A: After the A race is finished! Even if you race the C race you should cheer on the other races! YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO GET YOUR PRIZE! Otherwise, we give it away randomly for who ever sticks around.
Q: Is there a kids race?
A: Yes, its free! Just pick up a race number befor the race. Race starts at 12:45. How about some free pie after? Day-of registration only.
Q: When can I sign up?
A: You can sign up online here until Sat. night at 11:59pm. We really appreciated when you sign up in advance (and you save $5!). Day-Of registration starts at 11am and runs up until 30 minutes before your race.
Q: Do I need a USAC License?
A: Yes, you do. If you don't have one you can get a "one day license" for $10 the day of the event. You don't need one for the free kid's race!
Q: Can I pay with a credit card?
A: No, you can not. Cash or Check (made out to Einstein Racing)
Q: What class should I be in?
A: C is for beginners. B is for racers with some experience, but not quite ready for the big league. A is for the Elite and Experts!
Q: What will the prizes be like?
A: The "A" races will receive cash for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for both men and women. Prizes from GT Pie, Einstein Cycles, Gore Bike Wear and more for other podiums.
Q: Is there Beer allowed?
A: Sorry, Not at the Civic Center. Although Bacon, Twinkies, Chocolate Milk, Dollar Bills, and Clif Shot Bloks are rumored to be just a few of the "hand ups!"
Q: What bike can I ride?
A: Pretty much anything. Fat Bike, Mountain Bike, Cyclocross Bike, Road Bike with bigger tires are all allowed. Bar Ends on Mountain Bikes are NOT allowed. And don't use aerobars either! The rule states no bars that go up or forward!
Q: Can I bring the family? Friends?
A: Heck Ya! You can pretty much see the whole course from one spot! Cyclocross is a very spectator friendly sport.
Q: Would should my fans bring?
A: Cowbells! Loud Horns! Items for Handups (Dollar Bills?)
Q: Is this a good race for beginners?
A: You bet! Cyclocross is a laid-back atmosphere where the fans go wild!
Grand Traverse Civic Center
1213 W. Civic Center Drive
Traverse City, MI 49686
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Q: When can I sign up?
A: You can sign up online here until Sat. night at 11:59pm. We really appreciated when you sign up in advance (and you save $5!). Day-Of registration starts at 11am and runs up until 30 minutes before your race.
Q: Do I need a USAC License?
A: Yes, you do. If you don't have one you can get a "one day license" for $10 the day of the event. You don't need one for the free kid's race!
Q: Can I pay with a credit card?
A: No, you can not. Cash or Check (made out to Einstein Racing)
Q: What class should I be in?
A: C is for beginners. B is for racers with some experience, but not quite ready for the big league. A is for the Elite and Experts!
Q: What will the prizes be like?
A: The "A" races will receive cash for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for both men and women. Prizes from GT Pie, Einstein Cycles, Gore Bike Wear and more for other podiums.
Q: Is there Beer allowed?
A: Sorry, Not at the Civic Center. Although Bacon, Chocolate Milk, and Dollar Bills are rumored to be just a few of the "hand ups!"
Q: What bike can I ride?
A: Pretty much anything. Fat Bike, Mountain Bike, Cyclocross Bike, Road Bike with bigger tires are all allowed. Bar Ends on Mountain Bikes are NOT allowed.
Q: Can I bring the family? Friends?
A: Heck Ya! You can pretty much see the whole course from one spot! Cyclocross is a very spectator friendly sport.
Q: Would should my fans bring?
A: Cowbells! Loud Horns! Items for Handups (Dollar Bills?)
Q: Is this a good race for beginners?
A: You bet! Cyclocross is a laid-back atmosphere where the fans go wild!
Race #3 of the Cross The Bay Cyclocross Series. Categories are a C, B, A format. The C race is for the beginners (new to cyclocross). The B race is for sport and expert riders. The A race is for Expert and Elite riders. Cash payout for the A race. Everyone who does 3 of the 4 races gets into the drawing for the free Focus carbon cyclocross bike! Register online to avoid "day-of" late fees! Two races are only $30!
Full results on the USAC web page when the officials put it up. Meanwhile, here are the top 3 from each class. Congrats to everyone who raced.
Men A
Jorden Wakeley - Einstein Racing
John Cowan - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
Ty Schmidt - Einstein Racing
Women A
Kim Chapman - Algoma Bicycle Co.
Chelsea Strate - Einstein Racing
Men B
Paul Debeer - Algoma Bicycle Co.
John Leach - Einstein Racing
Chris Kushman - Einstein Racing
Women C
Arianne Whittaker - Einstein Racing
Linda Larsen - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
Betsy SChnell - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
Men C
John Ammond - Einstein Racing
Aaron Kitscher - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
Rob Goepfrich
Junior
Hailey Fogo - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
Nik Backus - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
Zac Backus - North Country Cycle Sport/Derailed
October 21st will be the 2nd race for the "Cross The Bay" Series. See you at noon!
You can win this full-carbon Focus cyclocross bike by participating in the Cross The Bay cyclocross series. Do 3 of the 4 races and get your name in the drawing. Do all 4 and get your name in there twice!