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MFG Cyclocross Finale 2015: Woodland Park GP

November 24, 2015 by David Longdon Leave a Comment

Sunday was the finale of the 2015 MFG Cyclocross series–the Woodland Park GP. The weather was clear and cool which was delightful for the spectators, but relatively free of mud which must have been a huge disappointment to at least some of the participants.

At the top of the run-up racers were greeted with fans, hecklers, donuts, and whiskey shots.
At the top of the run-up racers were greeted with fans, hecklers, donuts, and whiskey shots.

The vibe at cyclocross races is significantly friendlier than road cycling events. It’s easy to access the entire course and view the race from different vantage points. Teams and families set up in central locations that facilitate socializing. And while cyclocross IS competition, the festive atmosphere and convoluted course make it hard to know who finished first or last. Costumes carry as much credibility as race results.

The Woodland Park GP is becoming one of the most popular cycling events in Seattle.
MFG Cyclocross event promoter Terry Buchanan (black jacket) organizes the start of the 1:50PM race.
This group of hecklers, um, er, *fans* came equipped with masks and a bullhorn, and were positioned at hairpin curve for maximum effect.
Cycle University’s Coach Craig Undem leads a group into a turn.
Veteran Seattle bike racer Erik Olson demonstrates his gravity-fighting technique on a challenging uphill section.
Costumes are acceptable attire at cyclocross races.
This group of spectators was more focused on partying than heckling.
At the top of the course, racers were illuminated by low-angle autumn sunshine and contrasted against trees in fall color.
Motofish Coffee had a non-stop line for caffeinated beverages.
The horse was handing off whiskey shots.

Woodland Park is a great venue. My wife and I cycled over, and on the way home we made a lunch stop at Eltana on Stone Way and a beverage stop at MIIR in the Brooks building.

Flickr Albums:
11:50 AM Timeframe

12:50 PM Timeframe

1:50 PM Timeframe

The MFG Series wraps with a Series Award Party at Brouwer’s Cafe on Monday, November 30th.

The next area cyclocross race is Claw Cross produced by Cross Revolution on Sunday November 29.

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