bummed to hear that a couple of strong riders won't be competing - but i guess that means a few more podium spots for everyone else...
Only question is why a MTBA license can't be used. They have done so at other cross and buying a three race permit just adds to the cost.
we are working on a deal with Cycling Victoria. we agree that it sucks having to buy a permit, but according to the CV lawyers, MTBA license holders are only covered if they have the upgrade that also allows them to race road. and we don't like to argue with the lawyers.
On another note, clever of the organizers to send us mtb'ers out first to create a more Euro-like experience for the CXers . God brought rain during the week and we (the mtbers) created the mud before the 'show'. Hope y'all appreciated our efforts.
We did plan it this way. not the rain - we're pretty persuasive, but not quite that powerful - but rather we figured that the mtbers would tear up the course beforehand, making it way harder for their skinny tired cousins.
now let's keep our fingers crossed that it rains constantly all winter, except for the CX dates. the coburg site has a mudpit that will swallow people whole.