Fifty Bucks He Eats It

The Sturdy Girls and Fatmarc were responsible for setting up a section of the course and I thought it wise to purloin Kuhn's idea to post inspirational quotes. While Kuhn went lowbrow and channeled Charlie Sheen, I went deep into the vault and called upon the sages of Caddyshack. The boy suggested "Fifty bucks he eats it."

I opted for the more familiar:

Today was Diane's birthday.  Happy B'day Diane!  My mother used to declare every May first, "Hooray, Hooray the first of May! Outdoor screwing starts today!" And people wonder how I got this way.  Anyway, thanks for sacrificing your birthday for the good of Granogue.  What a fabulous day.

Some Philly folks represented in fine style, each arriving on the podium in their respective classes.  Congrats, kids!  You looked great out there.

This guy didn't make the podium, but he did get a coffee mug. Oh, and taught me a few tricks about taunting opponents. Clam sandwich and mayo indeed. I'll see you in hell, Hoover. Or McDonald's. Same difference.

And this Philly lady made it on the elite podium.  I forgive you for hurling your water bottle at me.  Indeed, I'm honored.

BABY BABY BABY!  Who's your Daddy?  Please.  Slap a 'stache on this kid and you've got mini-Les Leach.  So adorable. 

Decorating the course, Sturdy Girl style.  I thought for sure someone would tear through the tinsel with disastrous results. Thanks for keeping it safe, kids.

Velo Amis, the folks responsible for this great event.  It's incredible how much work goes into this race.  Hug your promoter!  Even Tom. 

L Webb and Fatmarc

Tom. Nice trailer.

With more prizes than winners, our fearless promoters offered an array of events to distribute the booty:

Thumb wrestling elimination contest

Who deserves new pedals the most?  This torn-knee-due-to-pedal-mishap sob story won.

So another Granogue is in the books. If you mountain bike and have never done this race you should give it a go. The challenging single track, ludicrous climbs, and gorgeous setting (thanks, DuPonts!) make for a great ride. Even better: the people who organize the race and make it happen. You are mighty fine, Velo Amis. Mighty fine.