View Full Version : Ellyson Crits
SanRemoWRX
04-11-2009, 12:42 PM
Bikes Plus' website mentions crit rides in Ellyson Industrial Park Thursdays at 530PM. I have friends that live right there and last week I pedaled out just to see what was up but didn't see any other riders. Anyone in the know as to when or if these rides are going to be happening?
gtkillerv
04-11-2009, 02:10 PM
These rides use to happen. They haven't been doing them for a while. Every once in a while someone mentions them, but no one follows through.
SanRemoWRX
04-13-2009, 09:50 AM
That's disappointing. I was hoping to see what crit rides are all about.
WILDBILL
04-13-2009, 11:51 AM
Yes it is unfortunate because it would be a great way for everyone to push themselves and each other. Maybe we could get it going again this summer.
-Billy
i think it stopped because they were doing work on copter road. i haven't been up that direction in a while. did they finish? all it takes is for someone to post about doing some loops.
brettk
04-16-2009, 09:02 AM
i'd be interested in seeing what it was all about if some folks wanted to try getting it started again.
i was never strong enough to hang with the group for more than a lap or 2 so i would just cruise at my own pace. i can't say it was fun but it was a good way to get in some miles and still chat with friends.
robbieb
05-04-2009, 12:17 PM
I plan on doing a few laps this Thur if anyone would like to join in the fun just post back.
WILDBILL
05-05-2009, 01:43 PM
Sounds like fun but I will be heading up to arkansas for the Syllamo's Revenge. Post again, next time you plan to go.
robbieb
05-05-2009, 09:13 PM
Will do, have a great trip!
streetcornerguru1
05-06-2009, 08:04 PM
When you going to turn in some laps down there?
robbieb
05-06-2009, 08:19 PM
5:30ish, starting at ECUA parking lot....hoping a few riders will show to make for some fun.
i've never ridden there, but i think im going.
did you guys ride? was the road in good shape?
robbieb
05-08-2009, 05:50 PM
Yes
Joe, Mel and myself. It's a start
Road going into turn 4 has been repaved, much better now.
Hope u join us next Thur.
we're doing this again tomorrow right? that was a fun ride.
robbieb
05-14-2009, 07:27 AM
I'll be there
Maloney
05-14-2009, 07:44 AM
I'm assuming 'crits' is another bike club?
How far is a lap?
WILDBILL
06-11-2009, 10:06 AM
Hey
A few of us are going to ride out at Ellyson Field today (6/11) around 5:30-5:45 if anyone wants to join. I know right now its about 4 or 5 of us. Should be a lot of fun.
-Billy
superdave
06-11-2009, 11:13 AM
I'm assuming 'crits' is another bike club?
How far is a lap?
Crit is short for Criterium (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criterium). From what others have told me, the course is about 1.5 miles long.
superdave
06-11-2009, 11:17 AM
Hey
A few of us are going to ride out at Ellyson Field today (6/11) around 5:30-5:45 if anyone wants to join. I know right now its about 4 or 5 of us. Should be a lot of fun.
-Billy
Awesome!! :rolleyes: Something tells me that today will not be a painless intro to the world of crits.
nrsed
06-13-2009, 11:23 PM
What did you think Dave?
WILDBILL
06-16-2009, 12:22 AM
We will be meeting again tomorrow afternoon(June 16) 5:30pm at ellyson for another round of joy. Come join us!
-Billy
out-of-place
06-22-2009, 04:43 PM
are y'all riding tomorrow (6/23)? It's a good thing you didn't go to Tour de Louisiane. The time trial was SMOKING! The first 17 riders in Cat 5 were all under 7 minutes with the time trial winner at 6 minutes 19 seconds or 28.49 mph (4 seconds slower than Don Davis)!! To put into perspective a 7 minute time would indicate an average speed of 25.7 mph
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