Yesterday was the 28th edition of the annual Tiger Mt. Fat Ass Trail Run. One of the event's founders, Ron Nicholl, still organizes the event with a crew of volunteers who put out Christmas ornaments as route markings. Fat ass runs are unofficial, loosely organized challenges in a fun, friendly, mildly-competitive atmosphere. To emphasize the unauthorized, unofficial, … [Read more...] about Tiger Mt. Fat Ass Trail Run 2020
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Cross Revolution 2019 Finale @ North Seatac Park
Despite a last-minute venue change from Fort Steilacoom Park to North Seatac Park, Cross Revolution's season finale was a hit. No doubt, racers were looking forward to getting a final spin on the Fort Steilacoom course to prep for the upcoming National Championships, but racers verified that the Seatac stand-in was plenty … [Read more...] about Cross Revolution 2019 Finale @ North Seatac Park
Levi @ MFG Cyclocross Woodland Park 2019
A post-race video interview with Major Taylor Project student Levi at MFG Cyclocross' Woodland Park 2019 event: Levi got inspired to try cyclocross after he watched a YouTube video of the World Championships. He's one of a handful of MTP students who have raced at nearly every Seattle-area cyclocross event this season. It's exciting to see their dedication and … [Read more...] about Levi @ MFG Cyclocross Woodland Park 2019
Kytae @ MFG Cyclocross Woodland Park 2019
A post-race video interview with Major Taylor Project student Kytae at MFG Cyclocross' Woodland Park 2019 event: Like Izzy, Kytae has been racing cyclocross for two years; like Josiah, his favorite part of 'cross are the runups: "I can pass like six people." He's one of a handful of MTP students who have raced at nearly every Seattle-area cyclocross event this … [Read more...] about Kytae @ MFG Cyclocross Woodland Park 2019
Scenes: MFG Cyclocross Woodland Park 2019
Conditions at MFG Cyclocross' 2010 finale at Woodland Park last Sunday were "perfect:" wet, muddy, goopy, and slippery. It was a proper bookend to the season, which started out with a month of wet racing. In addition to the athletic and social benefits of cyclocross, it's a great way to boost your microbiome! Eating dirt is good for your gut! While road cyclists eat … [Read more...] about Scenes: MFG Cyclocross Woodland Park 2019