Oh what a night. Late September on a Mo-on-day. What a very special time for me. As I remember, what a night.
25 Drafters came out to play. Dan-yelley came in hot, nearly crashed the driveway. Speedy was was acting a little cray’– making crazy hand signals to warn of grasshoppers gone astray. Duracell charged up Black Hill, blowing everyone away. Skipper stretched his quad with one leg still pedaling, looking like Gumby on display. Z was so strong the medical director ordered a blood test right away. Twinkle Toes sprinted, winning the town sign but losing his chain along the way. Those are all the things that happened on Monday.
The outbound train picked up Duracell at the charging station on Pheasant Branch.
Might be one of the only rides whereby the pace was sustainable, at least for those running on geri-gas.
Approaching the widow maker, Black Hill, Keez and Hawkeye were battling the beast, when Duracell took charge. His first Drafter KOM of the season!
Home stretch on Hyslop. A rare descent for the Drafters.
The short pour Drafters were bravely holding their ground, fending off mosquitos while they waited patiently for Slim to build a fire.
Build it and they will come. Thanks Slim and Lozi for keeping us safe from those little beasts.
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS: The Drafter Den in the north woods was full of activity. Momma and Pappa Monster took great care of all their cubs. Congrats to 14 full grown Drafters, 3 junior Drafters and 2 BABES (bad a** bitches exploring sh*t) who had fun getting dirty at Cheq40. The initiative was clear from the start…..
Mother Nature spared the Little Loggers race Friday night The rain hit further south in Hayward, but the dirt stayed dry in Cable. These 3 junior Drafters shredded the course. Minnow Monster and Mellow Monster were dazzling in their purple accessories. Dyson cleaned house, coming in first overall in the junior female division! Check out the monsters in the recap video.
The temperature would rise upwards of 80 on Saturday, but a fleece jacket and coffee offered welcomed warmth at dawn.
Draft responsibly. Always good to have a law firm on your team. Thanks to Janssen Law for their support.
The Full Fat lined up in Hayward, early enough to avoid the lines at the portos. Speedy and Joyce made the ultimate sacrifice, risking pole position at the Short and Fat to drop off their fellow Drafters. The reunion with Belle and Bomber was sweet. It was hard to miss Belle in her floral shorts, which were just as bright as her attitude about the day to come.
More Northern Contingent Drafters lined up at the Short and Fat.
They say up north provides excellent fishing opportunities. We reeled in FISH AND BOOTS!
A few Cheq newbies to congratulate. Hammer Time and The Colonel in their first and last Cheq40 before they say “I DO”.
Huge shout out to Vilks, who borrowed a MTB just to spend the day in the north woods. Skipper, be sure to check for damages. See Janssen Law to make a claim.
Not his first Chequamegon MTB Festival, but his first Full Fat, congrats to Z. He overcame more than 41 miles and 3500 feet to finish this race.
Thanks to the BABES for sticking around to cheer on the Drafters!
The post-race celebration is what keeps the Drafters coming back. It sure isn’t Fire Tower!
Momma and Pappa Monster make this feast look easy. But it took work..
Draft for Monday, Sept 22 will be a short one, for all. Safety first- daylight is fading fast. Departure time 4:45 for all Drafters. Two routes: short pour 21 miles and full strength 25 miles.
RidewithGPS Drafters | Riley-less Tavern
RidewithGPS Drafters | Riley Tavern
The Drafter Finale will take place on Sunday, Sept 28 at 10AM. Rain date Oct 12. Departure time is 10AM for the full strength 45 mile course, and 10:30 for the short pour 31 mile course. Both will start and finish in Ridgeway, just west of Blue Mound. Awards for the Tour de Dane will be presented at that time.
There may or may not be more fall Drafts on Monday evenings following the Finale. Stay tuned.
Draft responsibly,
BrickO
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