JohnMalcolmson said:

Will crashed and broke his elbow. Anyone have ortho surgeon recommendations/contacts at https://www.hss.edu/?

ChristinaWoolston said:

I'm probably going to get flack for posting this instead of texting offline but kind of wanted it to be seen by the gang.

More experienced members can attest to what its like to race a mens cat 5 race, as can you. But as a female I can say that Mens Cat 5 racing is very different than a Women's 4/5 field. I raced one road race in CT this summer with a relatively small mens field and found it terrifying, at that point I had 3 crits and 5 road races under my belt so felt pretty confident that I could stay upright and hang with the pack. 

I'm all for jumping head first into racing and events where I'm not overly confident that I'll excel at, but always consider safety. If this is her first race ever, it might not be the best idea. And looking at race predictor, it looks like this race will be the first one for over half the field. If I was still a 5 and if I was racing this, I'd probably only do it if I knew I could count on a steady wheel or two or a KCC teammate. 

Craig Zolan said:

JP thank goodness you won. I don't think I could've taken a year of Yacks smack.

Will - hope you mend quickly.

JohnMalcolmson said:

Will crashed and broke his elbow. Anyone have ortho surgeon recommendations/contacts at https://www.hss.edu/?

twoyacks said:

PSA = don't do a big race in brand new bibs as they may need a few rides to stretch out.  My jibbly's were getting crushed this morning.  With 3 to go I considered performing a tracheotomy on my chamois... 

JohnMalcolmson said:

I'll make you a jersey Yackfoo.  

Jules said:

ChristinaWoolston said:

I'm probably going to get flack for posting this instead of texting offline but kind of wanted it to be seen by the gang.

More experienced members can attest to what its like to race a mens cat 5 race, as can you. But as a female I can say that Mens Cat 5 racing is very different than a Women's 4/5 field. I raced one road race in CT this summer with a relatively small mens field and found it terrifying, at that point I had 3 crits and 5 road races under my belt so felt pretty confident that I could stay upright and hang with the pack. 

I'm all for jumping head first into racing and events where I'm not overly confident that I'll excel at, but always consider safety. If this is her first race ever, it might not be the best idea. And looking at race predictor, it looks like this race will be the first one for over half the field. If I was still a 5 and if I was racing this, I'd probably only do it if I knew I could count on a steady wheel or two or a KCC teammate. 

That is very good advice and nothing you'd get flack for on the Kissena I know. Sometimes the best advice is what you don't really want to hear.

JillWhite said:

Jules said:

ChristinaWoolston said:

I'm probably going to get flack for posting this instead of texting offline but kind of wanted it to be seen by the gang.

More experienced members can attest to what its like to race a mens cat 5 race, as can you. But as a female I can say that Mens Cat 5 racing is very different than a Women's 4/5 field. I raced one road race in CT this summer with a relatively small mens field and found it terrifying, at that point I had 3 crits and 5 road races under my belt so felt pretty confident that I could stay upright and hang with the pack. 

I'm all for jumping head first into racing and events where I'm not overly confident that I'll excel at, but always consider safety. If this is her first race ever, it might not be the best idea. And looking at race predictor, it looks like this race will be the first one for over half the field. If I was still a 5 and if I was racing this, I'd probably only do it if I knew I could count on a steady wheel or two or a KCC teammate. 

That is very good advice and nothing you'd get flack for on the Kissena I know. Sometimes the best advice is what you don't really want to hear.

Good Lord, never race a Men's Cat 5 race if you don't have to!  Yikes!

GregStreiff said:

JillWhite said:

Jules said:

ChristinaWoolston said:

I'm probably going to get flack for posting this instead of texting offline but kind of wanted it to be seen by the gang.

More experienced members can attest to what its like to race a mens cat 5 race, as can you. But as a female I can say that Mens Cat 5 racing is very different than a Women's 4/5 field. I raced one road race in CT this summer with a relatively small mens field and found it terrifying, at that point I had 3 crits and 5 road races under my belt so felt pretty confident that I could stay upright and hang with the pack. 

I'm all for jumping head first into racing and events where I'm not overly confident that I'll excel at, but always consider safety. If this is her first race ever, it might not be the best idea. And looking at race predictor, it looks like this race will be the first one for over half the field. If I was still a 5 and if I was racing this, I'd probably only do it if I knew I could count on a steady wheel or two or a KCC teammate. 

That is very good advice and nothing you'd get flack for on the Kissena I know. Sometimes the best advice is what you don't really want to hear.

Good Lord, never race a Men's Cat 5 race if you don't have to!  Yikes!

Unfortunately our CAT 5 women/an would have to under the current setup. Although I agree that CAT 5 races are dangerous, and perhaps even more dangerous for women (per Cristina’s note), and even more dangerous for women with limited racing experience, I think there is a broader issue that needs to be addressed. why don’t have gender specific races for both men and women in our club? Can we push Charlie to add female heats to next year’s fall classic?

You would look good in a club champion jersey, right?

This Saturday's Kissena Fall Classic in Prospect Park is our official club road champs. The club awards custom champion jerseys to the first Kissena riders in the Cat 4 and 1/2/3 fields. Last year Ricky and J.P. won in their respective fields. Do you have what it takes to dethrone them? Will this be your lucky day? 

Whether going for the win or just wanting to have a good time and get coffee afterwards, come race the Kissena Fall Classic. As usual, Charlie will need reg volunteers (you race for free), contact him if you can help. 

Each jersey must have minimum two contestants in order to produce a winner.

Jerseys are:
- Women's Cat 4 Club Champ
- Men's Cat 4 Club Champ
- Men's P/1/2/3 club champ

KISSENA FALL CLASSIC Prospect Park
this Saturday, October 6
P/1/2/3 start first at 6:40am
https://www.bikereg.com/kissena-fall-classic

P.S. Winners get their photos taken on the cool Kissena podium

P.P.S. If Charlie owes you a free race (for volunteering in past) email him and he will register you for free

Start your trash talking now!

(I'm bummed that I will be racing CX in Baltimore this weekend)