Boulder Racing Cyclocross #4 - Louisville

PACO's Day

Boulder Racing Series stop #4 was at the Louisville Rec Center on what was the first of "r e a l" cyclocross weather on the Front Range. To be honest it was actually too nice to be considered cyclocross weather but in these days of sunny 60's you take what you can get, at least I had to clean the mud off the Spot Brand after the SS race. My second ride on the Belt Drive SS felt pretty smooth & comfy considering. I knew Pacocha would be tough & was pretty satisfied with 2nd on a gear that was better suited to a drag strip(43x18 equivalent). The Pro races started after a moment of silence was observed for Colorado's late Mike Janelle, who's contributions of life & passion will be missed. Kerry Barnholt continued her sweet season with a convincing race, but was tracked down by Heather Irminger to create an exciting finish in the womens open race. That battle set the stage for the fireworks to come. The men's open race left no doubt who was the fastest of the day: Matt Pacocha was unstoppable. The first few laps saw mechanical issues take out both Mike West & JHK. "Pacho" came out of the gate smoking, first he threw down on the SS race & followed that up with a exciting win in the open division that came down to the last lap. After attacking solo early Pacocha was tracked down on the bell lap by Troy Kilgore & Mafia Racing's Wells. Matt put all doubters to rest with a 5 second victory topping off a great day of racing & snow covered sunshine. Hope to see you all tomorrow.
Barnholt off to an early gap.

Mike West broke a chain on the first lap1 lap down Mike jumped back in & finished.
Kilgore worked hard to make contact with Paco but couldn't make it pay off. Cheers

Where will the Colorado State Cyclocross Championships be held...Lyons???