CyclingDirt.com's take on BRX. Bring It!!

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Michigan's 2011 cycling race season kicks off in just a few weeks with the “Barry-Roubaix … The Killer Gravel Road Race”. Barry-Roubaix will test riders against rolling gravel roads (80%), pavement, one mile of rough two-track, rocks, sand, mud, and possibly snow and ice, along with 2200 feet of climbing over its 35 mile loop.



Held in Middleville, Michigan, the race will begin and end at the Gun Lake Unit, Yankee Springs Recreation Area on March 26th, 10:00 A.M. Racers will challenge themselves while navigating the rough two-track known as West Sager Road, then zig zag their way as far east as Cook Road near Hastings, MI. Throughout the race, cyclists will travel many of the dirt roads, and a few paved roads in Barry County, for a total of 23, 35 or 62 miles depending on the class entered.

Last year’s event was a huge success, drawing over 800 racers. On-line registration has already begun, and this year’s event is expected to draw over 1000 racers, many from as far away as FL, TN, IL, OH, IN, PA, KY, WI, MN and Canada. 2010 Iceman Commeth Champion Brain Matter will be on hand to give past Barry-Roubaix champions Derek Graham and Michael Simonson a run for their money. Female Champion Mackenzie Woodring will defend her 2009 and 2010 titles.

The organizers have obtained permission from the Sheriff’s department, the State Police and the DNR, and look forward to making this an annual event for years to come. The event provides a welcome boost to the local economy, bringing racers and their families into Michigan where they will purchase over night lodging and meals not only during race week, but also during training visits and vacations throughout the year.

Founders Brewing Co. is the title sponsor, joining with many other local and national companies to make this event possible. Custom trophies and medals from local wood carver Nelson Wood, as well as a $2000 cash purse will be on the line.

For more information, please visit www.barry-roubaix.com or contact Rick Plite at 616 863-3291.

CyclingDirt will be on the scene all weekend filming races and interviews. Tune in that weekend to catch all the action from BRX!