Race Video

Race footage finally up and ready for your viewing pleasure!

Cramp Alexander MTB Race from LeLan Dains on Vimeo.

Race Results. Thanks again to everyone for coming!

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A job well done.

To everybody. The weather was great as promised and we had an excellent turn out. There was some excellent racing going on and good times were had by all.

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Also, just got off the phone with Lelan and he was saying some of you have been asking about camping. The whole area is open to camping and no charge as of right now. If you do have any questions give Lelan a call. 620-757-3264

Race time

If for no other reason you should all be coming to this race because of mother nature's generosity. In case you haven't been checking every day the projected forecast is 85 degrees for Sunday. Yes, in the middle of July...in Kansas. Beyond that everything is coming together nicely. The course is in amazing shape and will be superbly marked. There are sweet prizes, cash payouts for experts as promised, and good times to be had by all. So, spread the word and caravan on down to Emporia this weekend.

Lot's o' traffic

Just thought I would let everyone know that everything is going according to plan. This past weekend we had a lot of out of town riders on the trails and got excellent reviews. This will definitely be a good time. The weather may even potentially be kind and drop below 90. We'll see about that. Contact me if you have questions about anything regarding the race. See you Sunday! 

LeLan

620-757-3264

What's the point?

I just wanted to clue everyone in to what they can expect from this race and why we are throwing it together. Basically, we've been inspired by the likes of events such as Wilson's Fat Tire Festival, Cruise the Blues, etc. We also happen to think Heartland's 'get back to the roots' Dirt Lovin' Good Times rides are a great idea. But, let's face it, we all like a little competition. 

Please be assured we are NOT skimping on this one. We want this to be an enjoyable experience for everyone. We are hard at work grooming the trails, making sure it will be superbly marked, and putting together a volunteer crew that will make sure this race does not disappoint. Not to mention there is guaranteed cash'ola for experts and sweet gear for those that throw down the top three fastest times in their respective class. But, most importantly the goal of this event is for everyone to have fun riding their bike. For most of us, it's not about earning back gas and dinner $$, or winning those sweet Ergon grips (although that would be nice!). It's about finding a reason to hang out with all those other crazy people that like riding their mtb in 100 degree weather, spotting that guy (or gal!) 20 seconds up the trail and pushing yourself to the max, or just trying to figure out how to not fall over in your clipless pedals. 

So, don't expect tons of SWAG, free giveaways, or a high end production like you would get from the Heartland boys. (Let's face it, they're good) But, what you can expect is a good time with good friends. If that's why you started riding a bike in the first place, then by all means join us. 

P.S. I still feel the need to apologize to all you one geared maniacs out there. This course will be difficult to gear up for. The trail is tight and twisty with short n' steep climbs, but the 2 miles of gravel will be gentle rollers. I don't want to discourage you from coming, I just want you to be fully prepared for what to expect. But, there is a SS class, so you can all be spun out together! 

And for anyone wanting to come down and check out the course just let me know. There is almost always someone riding the trail. Right now it would be beneficial to have a local show you the flow of the course. 

So, make no excuses and come down for a good time!

Details

Cost - All experts $25, everyone else $20

Race Categories:
Expert Men 34 and under, 35+ 4 laps (laps are 6-7 miles, course not finalized yet) ~26 miles

Expert Women Open 3-4 (tbd) laps ~20-26 miles

*Cash Payout for each Expert class: minimum 1st place= $100, 2nd=$75, 3rd=$50


Sport Men 34 and under, 35+ 3 laps ~20 miles
Sport Women 34 and under, 35+ 3 laps ~20 miles
SS Open 3 laps ~20 miles


*Sweet gear courtesy of High Gear for 1, 2, 3


Beg. Men 34 and under, 35+ 2 laps ~ 13 miles
Beg. Women 34 and under, 35+ 2 laps ~13 miles


*Prizes tbd, expect sweet gear or gift certificates from High Gear Cyclery


Juniors (18 and under) Open 1-2 laps (# of laps tbd)
*Any Juniors 18 or under that want to contest the beg., sport, or expert class as 34 and under may do so.
**Prizes tbd, expect sweet gear or gift certificates from High Gear Cyclery

*A super fast lap time, gravel included, will be in the upper 20 minute, near 30 minute range.

Date and Start Times/Registration
Sunday July 19th at Camp Alexander near Emporia, KS
Begginer men 34 and under will begin at 11am sharp. All other beginners (and Juniors) will start in one minute intervals following. Expert, Sport, and SS will begin at 12:30. Depending on field size all experts will start together. However, you will only be scored within your age group. If field sizes are large, then we may begin experts in time intervals as well. All Sport and SS will follow in 1 minute intervals. Registration for all classes will begin at 9am. Registration closes for beginners/juniors at 10:45am and for experts/sport/ss at 12:15pm. Riders meeting for beg/juniors at 10:45 and experts/sport/ss at 12:15pm.

Directions

coming from I-35 North: get off at exit 135 and turn right. At the stop sign turn left. You will only go about a 1/4 mile and there will be signs marking the corner to get to the trail. (There is also a sign for Camp Alexander)

coming from the South/Wichita area: take 6th avenue going East all the way through Emporia. This will turn into Hgwy 50, continue following for a couple miles until you see the sign for Camp Alexander. (race day will also have signage indicating race)

Trail:
Trail will consist of approximately 4miles of single track (~75% single and 25% double) and a couple miles of gravel. SS'ers- the trail is tight and twisty (lot's of short, but very steep climbs) yet the gravel is gentle rollers, much deliberation will be needed in gear selection.

Notes

This race is being put on by a couple racers (with tons of support from High Gear of Emporia - visit ridehighgear.com!) who felt the need for a local race. But, fear not, this will not be some ram sham gathering thrown together last minute. A lot of planning and effort is going into preparing the trails for a great event. Not to mention GUARANTEED Cash and prizes! This is an excellent opportunity to ride a trail most have never been on, and not drive very far for great camraderie and a chance at a payday or sweet gear. Camp rules prohibit alcohol on the premises. Please be respectful of this rule. Do not hesitate to ask if you have any questions! See you all on July 19th!

-LeLan

Mark your calendar!

More details to come in the near future, but what you need to do right now is mark your calendar for July 19th. You won't want to miss the first ever Cramp Alexander MTB Race! Cash payouts for experts and sweet prizes for Sport, SS, and Beginners. What else could you be doing in the dead middle of summer?