Pine Nut Cracker

Race Number 2 in the Sierra Cup Series....so how did Team GRR do?  Aaron raced, Brandy went along for feed zone and safety support...

We had to drive over the Sierras to get to the race venue in Nevada

The hills behind would be scene of the hard fought XC race

Aaron on the start line, focused on the race about to start

and Aaron is off!

Aaron coming in to the finish.

And Aaron rode hard for a podium spot.

Aaron has got stronger each race, and is in contention for the over all points in Cat 2 Mens 30-39 for the Sierra Cup Series.  6 more races in the series!  Great Job Aaron

Rockhopper Classic 2012

Well two words come to mind...Hot & Tough.  Race number #1 in the Sierra Cup MTB Series happened this past Saturday @ Pena Adobe in Vacaville CA.  The Rockhopper Classic
     Team Grassroots Racing had three racers line up for the start of this race: Pat, Leslie and Aaron.  It was a late morning start to the XC race, so they knew it would be hot.  Aaron in his Cat 2 division was the first Team GRR racer to launch, then Leslie in her Cat 2 race, and followed up by Pat in his Cat 3 division.
     The course proved to be tough (lots of climbing), and the heat in the mid day made it even tougher.
Pat finished his 1 Lap race in 12th place, in a very large and competitive class. Not bad for a guy racing his first MTB season!!
Leslie had a dnf on the day, as the heat proved a bit too much for her on this day.  We know Leslie has a ton of good results coming her way this season.
Aaron finished with a 7th place, in a huge and very strong division.  Top 10 for Aaron, also putting in a good start for the overall in his division for the 6 race series of the Sierra Cup MTB.  Ryan all cast-ed up put in some volunteer time course marshaling the event. (thank you Ryan!)  Way to go team!!
    

Aaron start of Rockhopper 2012

Leslie starting her race

Pat's start

Team GRR banner

Aaron coming through Feed Zone

Aaron start of Lap 2

Pat on his last couple turns of his race

Pat sprinting for finish line

Pat showing signs of heat & a tough race

heat ended Leslie's race early...sometimes the legs just aren't cooperating with your heart

Aaron crossing the finish line

Cooked !

2012 Sea Otter Classic aftermath...

Well it was a mixed bag for Team Grassroots Racing this past weekend at Sea Otter.  

     We had some ups: Aaron, Charissa, and Richard all qualifying for the USA MTB Nationals with their performances in the XC race.  Vince, Patrick, and Richard all raced three races (road & MTB), and pre rode the XC course...lots of miles in their legs.  Richard and Pat also raced MTB's for the first time @ Sea Otter on a tough climbing course.  Camping and fun was was had by all. 

     We had some downs: Ryan ended his race season with a compound fracture of his forearm during his XC race.  And Amy fracturing her hand in two places on the XC pre-ride, but will be back to race in month or so.

2012 Team GRR - Sea Otter Results -

Friday Road Race:
Richard Nagel 21st Cat4
Patrick Scott 35th Cat5 35+
Vince Coons 42nd Cat5 35+

Saturday Circuit Race:
Vince Coons 24th Cat5 45+
Patrick Scott 22nd Cat5 45+
Richard Nagel placed, but because of a power outage, no data was recorded. (boo Sea Donkey!)

Saturday Road Race:
Kim Booth 38th Cat 4

Sunday MTB XC Races (also grouped by age):
Aaron Obelleiro 11th Cat 2 (Qualified for Nationals)
Richard Nagel 6th Cat3 (Qualified for Nationals)
Vince Coons 50th Cat 3 (damn big class!)
Patrick Scott 29th Cat 3
Charissa Odom 11th Cat 2 (Qualified for Nationals)
Brandy Kilkenny 26th Cat 3

Ryan & Amy broke body parts this weekend & are doing well. We wish them a speedy recovery. 

We would like to thank our sponsors, Velo Wrench Bike Shop, Integrate Performance Fitness, Jamis Bikes, Rotor, Smith Glasses, Crankbrothers, Stan's No Tubes, Honeystinger, Kenda Tires, Handlebar Mustache, and Brubar!!  

Can't wait for Sea Otter 2013!! 

Sea Otter madness

Sea Otter here we come!!  Follow us on twitter for updates & pics from the races @teamgrrcycling 
We will update the blog with results, race reports and pictures when we get back.  Yipee!!

Good Luck racers; Vince, Patrick, Richard, Aaron, Leslie, Kim, Amy, Ryan, Charissa & Brandy. 

Leslie Wins!

Leslie raced to the top podium at the Race Behind Bars in Folsom Ca.  She won her class by 5 mins each lap.  Time to upgrade to expert class!

Well done Leslie.

thank you Brian Joder for the photo.

Team Jamis Sutter Home visits Velo Wrench

US Pro Team Jamis Sutter Home, paid a visit to Velo Wrench Bike Shop.  Team Grassroots Racing was given the opportunity to go for a training ride with the team.  Thanks guys!!  Good Luck this season!

GRR girls train with Integrate Performance Fitness

Leslie, Brandy and Amy traveled to Mtn. View to train and do intervals with Al Painter from Integrate Performance Fitness.  IPF is making us faster and stronger!!