Tyler Karnes and Elliott Craddock, racing for Hincapie, posted the best time at the Virginia Beach Wheelmen's inaugural Smithfield HAMmerfest TTT, covering the 27.7 mile course in 1:00:35 (and narrowly missing the sub-hour bonus of $100). The duo's effort also netted them the win in the "Young Riders" competition.
The full list of winners include:
Men: Tyler Karnes / Elliott Craddock (Hincapie): 1:00:35
Women: Amber Goins / Megan Gonzalez (Fat Frogs Racing #3): 1:30:31
Co-Ed: Robert Netsch / Valerie Netsch (GS Outerbanks): 1:07:09
Merckx: Jack Sparks / Jordan Whiley (Bikeworks Racing): 1:04:05
Individual: James Burns (Team Natures Path #1): 1:09:18
Co-Ed: Robert Netsch / Valerie Netsch (GS Outerbanks): 1:07:09
Masters: Steve Simet / Rick Young (JVRS / Casey Auto Group #2): 1:03:51
Men: Tyler Karnes / Elliott Craddock (Hincapie): 1:00:35
Over 80 racers turned out for this first-time event, run on an unconventional format on a new course, devoid of BAR or upgrade points. Complete results at the Virginia Beach Wheelmen site.
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Of the nearly 90 racers who registered, we sold 35 one-day licenses. Being the first TT event I have promoted, I don't know if that is normal. But like someone said, it sounds like it might be a good method to get new riders into the sport. I know many of the 1-day licenses were sold to riders who were riding with their friend, who was a racer, to see what it was all about.
Next year we just need to get more of the other, seasoned racers out there too.
Posted by: Joshua Goyet | June 30, 2009 at 10:44 AM