October 24, 2008
Star Crossed on Cover of CX Mag
Star Crossed dons the cover of the latest issue of Cyclocross Magazine, Issue #4. A complete story on Star Crosssed will be appearing in Issue #5. Get you subscription to CX Mag here!
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September 22, 2008
Online Coverage of Star Crossed
Velonews - Powers, Butler take muddy Starcrossed
Cyclingnews - Powers strikes first in 'cross opener & Butler outlasts Simms for win
Cyclocross Magazine - Star Crossed - Full Report, Video, Photos
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September 15, 2008
Giving Some Love to Rad Racing GP
Rad Racing GP Presented by Kona and FSA
Sunday September 21st, 2008
Ft. Steilacoom Park, Lakewood, Washington
www.radracingnw.org
$10,000 Cash/ Merchandise prizes and awards
Race #2 in the North American Cyclocross Trophy
NACT Points for Elite Men and Women
Free Kids Race With Prizes For All
Roller Derby podium girls
Exclusive merchandise from Kona, doperssuck.com, and Crank Brothers
Fast classic Steilacoom with a couple of new twists.
Kona "Knapp-time" run up just as burly as ever.
Coverage from CX Magazine, Velonews, cyclingnews.com.
Trebon, Wicks, Johnson, Powers, Wells, Craig, Tonkin, Decker, Parbo, Jacques-Maynes…..all in the hizzle.
All riders who register online for Starcrossed and Rad GP entered in raffle to win Thule Rack System, Shimano Wheels, and Alpha Q Fork.
We are offering Masters 45+, Masters 55+, and a Masters 35+ Cat-4 race.
Paying very generous prizes to Cat 3 and 4's, men and women.
Proceeds benefit Rad Racing/Hagens Berman Junior CCX
Online registration closes Friday night.
Avoid race day registration charge, do it online, makes all of our lives easier.
www.bikereg.com
Event Sponsors
Kona, Full Speed Ahead, Redline, Fi'zi:k, Clif Bar, Schwalbe, Chris King, Herriott Sports Performance, Rudy Project, Voler, Pedros, Joyride Bicycles
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Will the Women 3/4 Meet Field Limit?
There are currently 59 women registered for the Women 3/4 race. Wow! Will we hit the field limit of 80? That would be a great statement about NW 'Cross.
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Master Men 1/2 Only Four Spots Left
Preregistration closes on Wednesday night and there are only four spots left in the Master Men 1/2. Get one of those spots now!
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September 11, 2008
Press Release #2
2 Olympians, 2 Current National Champions, and 2 Former National Champions Line Up For First NACT Weekend Of Cyclocross
Full Speed Ahead Star Crossed presented by Gerk's Ski and Cycle and the Rad Racing GP presented by FSA and Kona will open up the North American Cyclocross Trophy with an impressive field. Current National champ Tim Johnson (Cyclocrossworld.com/Cannondale) will be met at the start line by '06 champion, Ryan Trebon (Kona) and '05 champion and Olympian Todd Wells (GT). "We are thrilled that the legends of modern cross have chosen to start their seasons with us, our weekend is going to be a "battle royal" on two very different courses that will favor different riders" remarks Jim Brown of Rad Racing.
Todd Wells, a US Olympian on the Mountain Bike, is on high form after finishing 5th in Cross Country at the Canberra, Australia MTB World Cup on August 30th. The fast starting Ryan Trebon should also be ready to put the pressure on Johnson as defending USGP of Cyclocross and CrossVegas champ. Current National Cross Country Champ Adam Craig(Giant) will also add a bit of speed to the race. A former runner up at the event is coming off the Olympics and a great year on the World Cup circuit.
Former Star Crossed winners and Carl Decker (Giant) and Andy Jacques-Mayne (Specialized/KMC pb Cal Giant) have confirmed attendance along with Joachim Parbo who is two-time Danish National Cyclocross Champion and past Star Crossed and Rad Racing competitor.
The North American Cyclocross Trophy debuts this fall and includes such notable races as FSA Star Crossed presented by Gerks Ski and Cycle, Rad Racing GP Presented by Kona and FSA, Gran Prix of Gloucester, Boulder Cup, and the Whitmore's Landscaping Super Cross Cup. The five promoters of these events aspire to bring continuity to a portion of North American UCI cyclocross calendar by bringing the continent's top talent together at the acknowledged "classics of American cross". The North American Cyclocross Trophy is offering $7,000 in year-end cash bonuses for the top three season finishers in both the men's and women's divisions.
Star Crossed is brought to you by Full Speed Ahead, Gerks Ski and Cycle, Foundation Bank, Ridley, Redline Bicycles, NOS Energy Drink, Zipp Fizz, Raleigh Bicycles, Northwave, Look, Cycle University, Hammer Nutrition,De La Paz Coffee, Herriot Sports, Cyclosportif, Chefn, Sonadei, Gregg's Greenlake Cycle, Cyclocross Magazine, Zune, and Crank Brothers
Rad Racing is brought to you by Rad Racing GP Sponsors: Kona, Full Speed Ahead, Redline, Fi'zi:k, Clif Bar, Schwalbe, Chris King, Herriott Sports Performance, Rudy Project, Voler, Pedros, Joyride Bicycles
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September 10, 2008
Bay Area Super Prestige Pays Respect to Star Crossed
Bay Area Super Prestige Cyclocross Series has give props to Star Crossed in their series press release while announcing that their race #3 will be a night race:
"And for the first time the BASPCX series will feature a signature night race, with great respect for the pioneering efforts by Washington’s “Star-Crossed” event and the new “Cross Vegas” extravaganza."
Read the full release at Cyclocross Magazine.
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September 09, 2008
First NACT Leaders Jersey Presented at Star Crossed
Folks the first ever North American Cyclocross Trophy leaders jerseys will be award at Star Crossed on September 20th. They look sweet. Thanks to Voler for providing the jerseys and Hone Design for the art work.
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Master Men 1/2's Don't Wait Any Longer
Guys there is only eight spots left in the Master Men 1/2 field. Get registered today or miss the boat. Day-of registration is unlikely. See ya there.
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September 02, 2008
Master Men 1/2 Filling Up
This field is getting close to the field limit. Only 22 spots left in the Master Men 1/2. Old fast guys don't expect to show up and sign up on race day. Don't hesitate to reg online.
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Men 3 Field Closed
The Men 3 race reached its field limit of 80 riders today. Registration is closed. Ladon Erickson of Cucina Fresca got the last entry. If you missed out on Star Crossed make sure to race the Rad Racing GP the next day and we will see you as spectator Saturday night. More Cowbell!
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Men 3 Field Four Spots Left
Men 3's don't wait any longer to sign up for Star Crossed. There are only four spots left in the 80 rider field.
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August 29, 2008
Course Revision
Rich McClung revised the course for '08 earlier in the summer with the goal of maintaining the spectator friendly features while adding a functional double pit. Three nights ago he woke up in the middle of the night and realized he had got the pit backwards. Oops, I thought I was the only one that mixed up my right with my left. Check out the revision, looks great.
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August 27, 2008
Men 4 Field Closed
The Men 4 race reached its field limit of 80 riders today. Registration is closed. Erik Rucker of Wines of Washington got the last entry. If you missed out on Star Crossed make sure to race the Rad Racing GP the next day.
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August 25, 2008
Men 3 & Men 4 Fields Filling Up
These fields are getting close to the field limits. Only 20 spots left in the Men 3 and 17 in the Men 4. Don't hesitate to sign up.
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August 20, 2008
Fresh Barriers Built
New barriers have been built. Start working on your dismounts so you don't scuff them. Next step, logo them up.
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August 19, 2008
Press Release #1
Star Crossed: The First and Premier Nightime Cyclocross Event is Now the Official Opener Of the North American Cyclocross Trophy
Full Speed Ahead and Gerk’s Ski and Cycle Return As Co-Title Sponsors.
Foundation Bank signs on as Elite Race sponsor
August 18, 2008 - Full Speed Ahead Star Crossed presented by Gerk's Ski and Cycle , the nation's first twilight cyclocross race, is returning on September 20th to King County's Marymoor Park in Redmond, WA. Star Crossed kicks off the US 'cross season for the 7th consecutive year under the bright lights of the Group Health Velodrome. This year Star Crossed will be the first UCI level race in the US and the first race in the new North American Cyclocross Trophy (NACT) that spans the entire United States. Inclusion in the tour and our already proven formula of great racing, spectator friendly course, beer garden, and music should add up to another successful and record breaking year for this event.
Money and international prestige are the foundation of the NACT Trophy, which was conceived from the start as a professional series. “Top racers are interested in two things, money and points; and we’ve got more of both of them than anybody else in North America,” said Myles Romanow, long time promoter of cyclocross in the upscale Hamptons. “It’s August and right now the series is already committed to race prizes in excess of $40,000 cash – plus appearance fees and an additional $7,000 in year-end cash bonuses for the top three season finishers in both the men’s and women’s divisions.
Already confirmed for Star Crossed is Olympic competitor Adam Craig who is set to take a shot at bringing home the gold on August 23rd. Also confirmed to attend is current National Cyclocross National Champion Tim Johnson, former National Champion Ryan Trebon and his dangerous teammate Barry Wicks. In the women’s category you will have several big hitters from around the nation such as Wendy Simms who won Star Crossed in 2006 and placed 6th overall at the 2007 World Championships and local series rockstar Kristi Berg.
Long time sponsor Full Speed Ahead has returned to the event as title sponsor "Star Crossed has been a fixture in the northwest cyclocross scene and it keeps getting bigger and better. It's a great kick-off for the national season. They have created a great vehicle to get our name and our new products out in the spotlight for the season," states Max Ralph, Marketing Manager FSA.
Local sponsor Gerk's Ski and Cycle are also returning for the second consecutive year. "We had a great time at the event and were impressed with the course and crowds and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to be a part of what seems like an end of summer tradition” says owner Brian Gierke "We are making a strong commitment to cyclocross and it's great to see bikes we sell in action!"
Also coming aboard this year is Foundation Bank as the presenting sponsor of the elite races. There sponsorship helps add additional funds to the elite races and helps us attract and even higher level of competition. Foundation Bank is a locally-owned, full-service, Washington State chartered commercial bank, offering a wide array of individually designed commercial credit and deposit products for Seattle area businesses and professionals.
Deschutes Brewery has returned as the official beer garden sponsor providing a variety of local brews. The event will also feature a live DJ sponsored by Zune, free spectator raffles and giveaways including a Ridley Cyclocross frameset, Redline Framesets and other prizes. Food will also be provided at the event by FrankFurter and Jamba Juice. Other sponsors and contributors to the event include Specialized, De La Paz, Herriot Sports Performance, Cycle University, Sonadei, NOS energy drink, and others.
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August 18, 2008
Master Men 3/4 Field Closed
The Masters Men 3/4 race reached its field limit of 80 riders today. Registration is closed. Sorry guys. Come on out to watch the Elite Men and Women, have a cold Deschutes and race Rad Racing GP the next day.
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Star Crossed / Rad Racing GP Double = Free Raffle Entry
Preregister for Star Crossed and Rad Racing GP at BikeReg.com and receive entry into a raffle for some sweet swag organized by Rad Racing NW. For the offer will be a Kona Jake the Snake frame, goodies from Full Speed Ahead, Shimano Ultegra wheelsets, and a Thule Rack System. Both races will be kicking off the opening weekend of the North American Cyclocross Trophy with a bag of swag so large it must be Crossmas.
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August 15, 2008
Master Men 3/4 Filling Up
Dudes, you better sign up quick if you want to race the Masters 3/4 35+. The field limit is 80 and there are only 22 spots left. Go to BikeReg to grab a final spot.
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August 12, 2008
Star Crossed YouTube Ad
Spread the Word!
Thanks to Evan Schmitt
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August 06, 2008
Star Crossed Posters Going Up
Star Crossed posters are going up in area bike shops and restaurants in the next two weeks. Keep your eye open for them. If you would like to post one in your place of business please contact us.
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August 04, 2008
North American Cyclocross Trophy Design Contest
Submissions Now Being Accepted for Design of Cyclocross’ Future Icon
August 4, 2008 (Seattle, Washington) The promoters of the North American Cyclocross Trophy are turning to the cyclocross community to design the inaugural series trophy for the Elite Men and Women. The community that supports and loves cyclocross in North America is, at its core, creative and interested in giving to the sport. This design contest for the inaugural series trophy is an opportunity for an interested artist to express the essence of cyclocross in what will become the top prize in North American Cyclocross.
The NACT will be accepting design concepts until September 1, 2008. Sketch it, explain it, video it, whatever it takes to convince us you got the right design. Please explain the medium and scale of your creation in your submission. We’ll argue about which design is best for a week and name a winning on September 8, 2008.
The NACT will provide $250 toward materials. The selected artist will donate their labor. The two trophies must be completed in time to ship to the series final in Southampton, NY the weekend of November 22nd and 23rd.
Hockey’s Stanley Cup … Indy 500’s Borg Warner Trophy … Yachting’s America’s Cup
Be an enduring part of cyclocross history. Do YOU have what it takes to design cyclocross’ iconic trophy?
Send all entries to Terry Buchanan at terry@buchanangc.com or 129 NE 57th Street, Seattle, WA 98105.
About the Series---
Four of America’s premiere UCI cyclocross weekends are proud to announce the formation of new national race series for Elite Men and Women, the North American Cyclocross Trophy. Coming together to offer a series cash purse of $7,000, the eight race North American Cyclocross Trophy will consist of Full Speed Ahead Star Crossed presented by Gerk’s Ski & Cycle, Rad Racing Grand Prix presented by FSA and Kona, Gran Prix of Gloucester, Boulder Cup and Whitmore’s Landscaping Super Cross Cup.The five promoters of these events aspire to bring continuity to a portion of North American UCI cyclocross calendar by bringing the continent’s top talent together at the acknowledged “classics of American cross”. Myles Romanow of Whitmore’s Landscaping Super Cross Cup envisions the series as “Cross of the Titans” with all the best talent in North America competing in the hotbeds of North American cyclocross.
Full details on the series available soon at www.nacyclocross.com.
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July 17, 2008
Star Crossed Joins New National Series
American Cyclocross just got bigger and richer, and America will never be the same. So say the promoters of eight of the biggest and well-known international cyclocross races on the American calendar, who have dropped a bombshell by forming an eight-race, coast-to-coast series with $7,000 in year-end cash bonuses. The North American Cyclocross Trophy Points Championship is scheduled to begin this fall and includes such notable races as FSA Star Crossed, Rad Racing GP Presented by Kona and FSA, Gran Prix of Gloucester, Boulder Cup, and the Whitmore’s Landscaping Super Cross Cup. All eight races are UCI sanctioned and already appear on the 2008-2009 UCI calendar.
Promoters of the series stress that this is a concrete, guaranteed-to-happen series. According to RAD Racing GP’s Jim Brown, “The series is made up of races with a proven track record. They are the classic cyclocross races in North America. The races are already on the UCI calendar, the financial backing for the series is already in place and the advertising has already been negotiated.” Brook Watts of Boulder Cup puts it a little more colorfully, “This isn’t one of those outrageous pie-in-the-sky plans that gets announced at InterBike and never materializes. I don’t think anybody’s ever put together a National Series (in America) made up completely of successful already-existing races. The plans for the North American Cyclocross Trophy aren’t contingent on anything. It’s ready to go right now. The series begins at the FSA Star Crossed on September 20, and it will have more prize money and more UCI points than any cyclocross series in North America.”
Money and international prestige are the foundation of the NACX Trophy, which was conceived from the start as a professional series. “Top racers are interested in two things, money and points; and we’ve got more of both of them than anybody else in North America,” said Myles Romanow, long time promoter of cyclocross in the upscale Hamptons. “It’s only July, and right now the series is already committed to race prizes in excess of $40,000 cash – plus appearance fees and an additional $7,000 in year-end cash bonuses for the top three season finishers in both the men’s and women’s divisions. That’s all cash, not merchandise. And we also offer more UCI points than any other series in America. The Trophy offers more UCI points than any series in the world outside of Europe.”
Cyclocross in America has experienced extraordinary growth in the past decade. Nobody has had such long-standing and close-up perspective of that growth as Paul Boudreau, promoter of the Gran Prix of Gloucester in Massachusetts. Affectionately nicknamed the “New England Worlds”, Gloucester has become one of those venues, like Wimbledon or Augusta, which defines its sport. When asked how he expects the NACX Trophy Series to benefit his race and the sport in general, Boudreau just shrugged and replied in typically minimalist New England fashion, “The classic races. The trophy. The prize worth winning. How could it not be great?”
For more information on the North American Cyclocross Trophy, contact Series Spokesman Terry Buchanan at 425-503-2333 or Media Coordinator Ken Getchell of SpectaSport LLC at KenG@SpectaSport.com.
North American Cyclocross Trophy 2008 Schedule:
September 20:
FSA Star Crossed presented by Gerk’s Ski and Cycle - “The Twilight Floodlit Cyclocross Party”
King County’s Marymoor Park, Redmond Washington (C2)
September 21:
Rad Racing GP presented by Kona and FSA – “The Kona Knapptime Run-up”
Ft. Steilacoom Park, Lakewood Washington (C2)
October 10-11:
Gran Prix of Gloucester – “The New England Worlds”
Stage Fort Park, Gloucester Massachusetts (C2/C2)
November 1-2:
Boulder Cup – “The High-Altitude Classic”
Harlow Platts Park, Boulder Colorado (C2/C1)
November 22-23:
Whitmore’s Landscaping Super Cross Cup – “The Hamptons”
Southampton Youth Services Park, Southampton New York (C1/C1)
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