I was spectating at this race, not riding! 7 of us set out to spectate, we stayed in the beautiful Brugge, a short train trip to the race venue. We decided to watch the U23 race n the Saturday from the comfort of an Irish pub, with a large screen and some excellent Belgian beer. The next day we rose with our hangovers, onto the train with the 30,000 other spectators and headed for the venue. We existed the train onto the purpose built platform (no kidding), and squeezed our way into the course.
Amazing setup, huge beer tents full of people. We got our spot on the course 3 hours before the race, right on the tape. The main race, Elite Men, was v fast, and the Belgians were going nuts when their man won. Great to see the American in second spot.
Back to Brugge for some more excellent beers, and then flew home the next day, to recover!
Amazing setup, huge beer tents full of people. We got our spot on the course 3 hours before the race, right on the tape. The main race, Elite Men, was v fast, and the Belgians were going nuts when their man won. Great to see the American in second spot.
Back to Brugge for some more excellent beers, and then flew home the next day, to recover!
Big crowds at the slippy climb
Report
http://www.cyclingnews.com/cross/2007/jan07/CXworlds07/
Images
http://picasaweb.google.com/joemccall/Cross_worlds_2007
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