Mike's Bike Blog

I pulled the trigger today for the January 17, 2009 Copperas Cove Road Race. When I found the race I didn't want to delay as there were a few races last year I waited to sign up and the cat 5 field filled up. Not this time, I was the first to sign up!

This means I have a little over a month to get ready for the 54 mile race. This will be my first bonifide, sanctioned road race. You might recall my Driveway Crit, but this is my first road race. Another first will be my first time going to Copperas Cove, TX. According to google maps Copperas Cove is about 51 miles from my house. I've heard good things about the riding around Copperas Cove.

If time permits over Christmas I might make a recon trip up to Copperas Cove and preride the course. This also means I'll drop the cash for a full USA Cycling license at some point.