Darius Sampey is working on our flyer now. I do know work has been crazy busy for him, but he assured me that he would have it completed by the end of next week. I can say with certainty, the show will go on. Please come down and race with your southern brothers.
All we can say is, wow! Great job from the (W)reck.less Racing crew in having these made for the Baton Rouge Battle podium winners. Come get yours this weekend.
The weather looks like it will be perfect for Sunday's race! The high Sunday is 75 degrees, and there is only a very slight chance of rain for the remainder of this week. We did get some rain over the weekend, but I believe it will only improve trail conditions. It was getting pretty dry and dusty out there. So, if you haven't already, please register and come race with us this weekend. Remember, the first 100 people to register get a commemorative pint glass. After they're gone, all we'll have left is sympathy for your procrastinating ways.
As of 9:00 this morning, we have 64 pre-registered riders. Thank you to each and every one of you. Having such a large portion of racers pre-register will really make our lives a bit easier this weekend.
One more very important announcement . . . The Baton Rouge Battle is an SCRCS race (as well as a LAXC series race). Please don't forget your SCRCS number plate, or we will have to charge you $5 for a new one. If you haven't raced any of the SCRCS races this year, you will get a number plate at no cost.
Still not sure? The following have been SCRCS races this year:
The race course is now extremely well-marked, in Braille. We've removed a ton of face-slappers, and blown the trail clean of leaves. Even if you have no intentions of racing, you should go check it out.
To all of you who've pre-registered, AND to those of you planning to register this weekend, PLEASE help us minimize our race morning stress, and ensure that we can start on time, by coming out Saturday evening to finalize your registration (sign your waiver, etc.)
The weather is looking great for the weekend here in Baton Rouge with predicted temperature of around 60F Sunday morning. All the weather websites I looked at show very little to no chance of rain. Should be awesome racing conditions.
The Comite trails are in great shape due to the tireless work of BRAMBA and the (W)reck.less Racing team. We plan to get out this evening and begin marking and taping off the course for pre-riding on Saturday. There will also be painted arrows on the ground at critical intersections where there is a possibility the tape could be knocked down or cut.
BIG FAVOR NEEDED IF POSSIBLE
We will be set up to get racers checked in and their waivers signed around 4PM Sat until dark. This is very important as we need as many racers checked in as possible on Saturday(especially Cat 3 and Jr) due to the 8AM start time for Cat 3. It will allow us to get as many entrants into the computer for timing as possible before Sunday morning which will be a rush as we only have 1 hr of daylight before the Cat 3 races start. Cat 1 and 2 can wait until after the Cat 3 are done and racing. We'll have about an hour and a half before you go off, so if possible, let the Cat 3 racers register 1st Sunday morning.
For everyone who pre-registered online (THANKS!) we will already have your USAC waiver printed and ready for your signature. For those of you with USAC licenses, please make certain you have it ready as well as a photo ID.
I have included a trail map with the route the race will take.
If you have an urgent question, feel free to call my cell. If it's a general question, please email me and I will respond as quick as possible via cell phone or computer.
Look forward to seeing everyone on the trails this weekend.
123 racers did Battle in Baton Rouge today at a frenetic pace! The course was cool, dry, treacherously twisty and fast as always. Congratulations to all the well-earned podium finishes, we'll try to post results and update the standings as soon as possible. Next up... Sasquatch Stampede in Alexandria, November 4th. http://laxcseries.com/?q=node/90
A message from the rider injured at the Baton Rouge Battle:
"Many thanks to Johnny Smith and Rodney Dudley for staying with me until the paramedics took me to the hospital. I was released from the hospital yesterday with minor damage to two vertebrae. Have to report back to the neurosurgeon in 3 weeks and can not ride for 3 weeks. The front rim of the bike was badly damaged during the accident. Cant wait to get back on the bike and start racing again. Thanks again for the immediate care by the race director and all the special attention given to get me to the hospital asap. It was a great day for racing, hope everyone did well. Will see everyone at the South Central Regional Championship race in Ridgeland!"
Okay, I think I might have had enough time to gather my thoughts, now. It took another delicious Schneider Weisse, plenty of time and sleep, and another ride out at Comite yesterday afternoon to reminisce.
First, thank you to all of the racers who came out to support our race. It was great to see all of you again, and we sincerely appreciate you for helping us host a great event. The sportsmanship was great, and the competition was fierce. LOCO, Mt. Zion, and Team Eastbank, as always, showed up in large numbers. A special thanks to all of you.
Another big thank you to goes out to the BRAMBA crew for the never-ending work you do to keep Comite an awesome place to ride. Every year, we get positive feedback from out-of-towners who really love Comite. It's a unique trail, and sometimes I forget how lucky we are to have such a great place to ride, so close to home. Also, again this year, several of you helped us during the race. Your help was needed and very appreciated
Thank you to the (W)reck.less crew, and all of our sponsors, for coming together and putting on an awesome race. Several of you helped pre-race to spit-shine the trail, and many more showed up on race weekend to ensure we had a flawless race. This is the 3rd year that we've hosted the BRB, and I think we really nailed this one. Again, thanks to all of you.
Also, thanks to Raising Cane's for letting us borrow your PA system and a few members of your team. We've never hosted this race without a little behind the scenes support from you guys, and we appreciate it greatly.
Thank you to the SCRCS and the LAXCS for allowing us to be a part of both series. We had many riders come over from MS and AL, and we have the SCRCS to thank for that. Special thanks to Revolution Cycles for continuing to support regional racing. Thanks to the LA racers who again showed up in full-force. The LAXCS is growing fast, and it is an awesome sight to see!
The more appreciation I show, the more people I realize are vital to ensuring a race goes smoothly. To all of our friends and family members who so selflessly allow us to play in the dirt, thank you, thank you, thank you. Hopefully, you never force us to grow up.
Finally, thank you, Darius for being a top-notch race director, teammate, and friend. I'd hate to imagine trying to host a race without your masterful puppetry. Good job, sir!
"1st of all, THANKS to all the racers, friends and family that came out to the 2012 Baton Rouge Battle. We had a record turnout with record fun had by all.
Here is the link to the USAC online results. If you find anything out of order please let me know. The spreadsheet had to be done manually and I hope I got everything in the right order.
Once we open registration for Piney Hills we will inquire about Baton Rouge.
Darius Sampey is working on our flyer now. I do know work has been crazy busy for him, but he assured me that he would have it completed by the end of next week. I can say with certainty, the show will go on. Please come down and race with your southern brothers.
Online Registration is now open:
https://www.usacycling.org/myusac/index.php?pagename=registration&eventi...
Thanks for posting the flyer and registration link. I'll try to pay closer attention to this forum, in case there are any questions.
motels around the Baton Rouge Metro Airport (Ryan Field) are a recommended for ease of access to Comite River Park.
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=baton+rouge+motels&ll=30.520125,-91.14498...
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All we can say is, wow! Great job from the (W)reck.less Racing crew in having these made for the Baton Rouge Battle podium winners. Come get yours this weekend.
Best spot to look is around the Baton Rouge airport (Ryan field), since Hooper Road is a direct route there.
http://tinyurl.com/96y4v99
The weather looks like it will be perfect for Sunday's race! The high Sunday is 75 degrees, and there is only a very slight chance of rain for the remainder of this week. We did get some rain over the weekend, but I believe it will only improve trail conditions. It was getting pretty dry and dusty out there. So, if you haven't already, please register and come race with us this weekend. Remember, the first 100 people to register get a commemorative pint glass. After they're gone, all we'll have left is sympathy for your procrastinating ways.
To all of you who've pre-registered, AND to those of you planning to register this weekend, PLEASE help us minimize our race morning stress, and ensure that we can start on time, by coming out Saturday evening to finalize your registration (sign your waiver, etc.)
We look forward to seeing you at the race.
Racers,
The weather is looking great for the weekend here in Baton Rouge with predicted temperature of around 60F Sunday morning. All the weather websites I looked at show very little to no chance of rain. Should be awesome racing conditions.
The Comite trails are in great shape due to the tireless work of BRAMBA and the (W)reck.less Racing team. We plan to get out this evening and begin marking and taping off the course for pre-riding on Saturday. There will also be painted arrows on the ground at critical intersections where there is a possibility the tape could be knocked down or cut.
BIG FAVOR NEEDED IF POSSIBLE
We will be set up to get racers checked in and their waivers signed around 4PM Sat until dark. This is very important as we need as many racers checked in as possible on Saturday(especially Cat 3 and Jr) due to the 8AM start time for Cat 3. It will allow us to get as many entrants into the computer for timing as possible before Sunday morning which will be a rush as we only have 1 hr of daylight before the Cat 3 races start. Cat 1 and 2 can wait until after the Cat 3 are done and racing. We'll have about an hour and a half before you go off, so if possible, let the Cat 3 racers register 1st Sunday morning.
For everyone who pre-registered online (THANKS!) we will already have your USAC waiver printed and ready for your signature. For those of you with USAC licenses, please make certain you have it ready as well as a photo ID.
I have included a trail map with the route the race will take.
If you have an urgent question, feel free to call my cell. If it's a general question, please email me and I will respond as quick as possible via cell phone or computer.
Look forward to seeing everyone on the trails this weekend.
Oh, and please tell your buddies to sign up online today before 10PM when online registration closes and the entry fee goes up $5.
Darius Sampey
Race Director
Baton Rouge Battle 2012
Cell 225-907-4616
123 racers did Battle in Baton Rouge today at a frenetic pace! The course was cool, dry, treacherously twisty and fast as always. Congratulations to all the well-earned podium finishes, we'll try to post results and update the standings as soon as possible. Next up... Sasquatch Stampede in Alexandria, November 4th. http://laxcseries.com/?q=node/90
CAT 1 30-39 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:57:11 24 Jason Betz
2 1:58:05 0:00:54 25 Cody Taylor
3 1:59:31 0:02:20 29 Lynn Gray
4 1:59:31 0:02:20 20 Scott Borne
5 2:05:26 0:08:15 31 Scott Kuppersmith
CAT 1 40+ Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:59:50 71 Charley Rome
2 2:04:25 0:04:35 40 Jakub Haba
3 2:07:58 0:08:08 46 Warren Weber
CAT 1 Female
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:48:04 60 Lena Yarbrough
2 1:48:45 0:00:41 66 Kimberly McCormack
3 1:53:45 0:05:41 65 Catherine Moore
CAT 2 19-29 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:35:48 89 Weldon Hill
2 1:36:24 0:00:36 91 Miles Juneau
3 1:41:35 0:05:47 90 Daniel Martin
4 1:47:17 0:11:29 274 Joshua Duet
5 1:57:24 0:21:36 92 Jason Evers
6 2:05:48 0:30:00 78 Daniel VanWinterswyk
7 2:05:51 0:30:03 73 Clay Cook
CAT 2 30-39 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:35:33 383 Craig Roberson
2 1:36:10 0:00:37 199 Shane Easterling
3 1:39:27 0:03:54 338 Adam Hart
4 1:41:14 0:05:41 112 Nicholas Burckel
CAT 2 30-39 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
5 1:43:05 0:07:32 118 Eric Heyl
6 1:43:27 0:07:54 137 Nathan Vinwinterswyk
7 1:45:24 0:09:51 103 Bjarne Haug
8 1:48:26 0:12:53 141 Jason Frizell
9 1:48:54 0:13:21 138 James Barrow
10 1:49:22 0:13:49 310 Jonathan Jones
11 1:51:14 0:15:41 348 Jeffrey Babbidge
12 1:54:17 0:18:44 139 Ben McCormack
13 DNF or DNS? 140 Todd Harris
CAT 2 40-49 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:37:27 13 Brent Fay
2 1:38:16 0:00:49 165 Cary Beene
3 1:39:33 0:02:06 185 Nelson Daniel
4 1:45:27 0:08:00 170 Ryan Lawson
5 1:45:52 0:08:25 181 Bryan High
6 1:46:53 0:09:26 183 Scott Mackey
7 1:47:35 0:10:08 184 Russell Bourgeois
8 1:52:04 0:14:37 160 Michael Breaux
CAT 2 50+ 2 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:47:44 229 John Scripture
2 1:56:16 0:08:32 235 Clay Cook
3 1:58:28 0:10:44 223 Robert Hester
4 1:58:45 0:11:01 230 Brian Smith
5 1:58:48 0:11:04 225 Johnny Smith
6 2:11:40 0:23:56 221 Rodney Dudley
7 DNF or DNS? 220 Robert Gonzales
CAT 2 Female
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 2:07:21 214 Yvette Woodward
2 2:11:07 0:03:46 242 Tiffany Taylor
3 2:29:12 0:21:51 251 Amy Kuppersmith
CAT 3 19-29 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 0:52:28 250 Shawn Hebert
2 0:52:46 0:00:18 265 Will Rolfe
3 0:54:03 0:01:35 266 Ethan Guillory
4 0:54:12 0:01:44 297 Nathan Harvey
5 0:55:09 0:02:41 264 Paul Brouillette
6 0:58:23 0:05:55 182 John Foval
7 0:58:26 0:05:58 296 Sullivan VanWay
8 0:59:26 0:06:58 343 Anthony Duplessis
9 0:59:50 0:07:22 298 Benjamin Heath
10 1:00:56 0:08:28 282 William Hale
11 1:01:48 0:09:20 347 Forrest Smith
12 1:02:37 0:10:09 276 Adam Rouillier
13 1:03:31 0:11:03 345 Stephen Pederson
14 1:03:45 0:11:17 295 Corey Mouton
15 1:10:28 0:18:00 346 JP McVicker
CAT 3 30-39 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 0:52:06 302 Ramey House
2 0:52:13 0:00:07 322 Michael Moody
3 0:53:35 0:01:29 339 Rob Manual
4 0:55:04 0:02:58 342 Chris Clark
5 0:56:34 0:04:28 327 Jason Childress
6 0:56:53 0:04:47 341 Brad Wiggers
7 0:57:31 0:05:25 301 Matt Mackey
8 0:58:33 0:06:27 319 Casey Simon
9 0:58:46 0:06:40 344 Cory Myers
10 0:58:47 0:06:41 340 Chad Smith
11 0:59:55 0:07:49 337 Jason Shearer
12 1:01:49 0:09:43 318 Brad Reis
13 1:07:58 0:15:52 315 Brian Fontenot
CAT 3 40-49 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 0:52:45 382 Michel Fox
2 0:53:17 0:00:32 351 Mark long
3 0:53:19 0:00:34 353 Tracey Dannenmueller
4 0:54:02 0:01:17 378 Thomas Aardahl
5 0:54:28 0:01:43 356 Adam Lynch
BRB12 CAT 3 40-49 3 Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
6 0:55:20 0:02:35 354 Al Barcia
7 0:55:56 0:03:11 357 Duane Misko
8 0:57:23 0:04:38 362 Troy Vaughn
9 0:58:00 0:05:15 370 Walter Hudson
10 0:59:46 0:07:01 350 George Rolfe
11 1:01:30 0:08:45 364 Dudley Webre
12 1:05:00 0:12:15 379 Clay Autery
13 1:07:05 0:14:20 380 Anthony Palmisano
14 DNF or DNS? 381 Kurt Lanoux
CAT 3 50+ Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 0:55:06 402 Andrew Buller
2 0:55:54 0:00:48 416 Stephen Rials
3 0:56:03 0:00:57 406 Gary Todd
4 0:56:38 0:01:32 421 Michael Abshire
5 0:56:56 0:01:50 404 Ted Buller
6 0:59:31 0:04:25 429 Harold reid
7 1:01:39 0:06:33 418 Bradley Way
8 1:04:35 0:09:29 400 Fred Dale
9 1:12:00 0:16:54 412 Jon Hebert
10 1:18:14 0:23:08 419 Kevin Mizell
CAT 3 Open 3 Female
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 0:59:46 283 Kathryn Boylan
2 1:01:31 0:01:45 430 Summer Hudson
3 1:02:16 0:02:30 455 Emily Wiggers
4 1:03:14 0:03:28 435 Delana Lawson
5 1:05:30 0:05:44 439 Melanie Webre
6 1:12:53 0:13:07 437 Jeanne Autery
7 1:16:56 0:17:10 431 Cynthia Brouilette
8 1:29:26 0:29:40 456 Wendi Garrison
9 1:41:09 0:41:23 438 Donna Simms
10 1:50:20 0:50:34 434 Lua Walter
SS Open
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 1:35:42 487 Girard Melancon
2 1:37:28 0:01:46 446 Justin Weber
3 1:41:58 0:06:16 104 William Hovarth
4 1:42:41 0:06:59 478 Scott Hargrove
5 1:45:33 0:09:51 476 Ricky Kennedy
6 1:51:35 0:15:53 482 Larkin Kelly
7 2:52:30 1:16:48 474 Cody DiMarco
Junior Junior Male
Rank Finish Time Back Bib # Name
1 0:58:13 440 Garrett Rolfe
2 0:59:30 0:01:17 460 Eric Raucher
3 1:00:07 0:01:54 462 Lance Abshire
4 1:07:53 0:09:40 461 Chase Triay
5 1:32:41 0:34:28 463 Sterling Yarbrough
Kids Boys
1 15 Alex Meyers
2 20 Lewis Moore
3 17 Preston Harvey
4 Spencer Simon
5 18 Hunter Benmore
Kids Girls
1 19 Cheyenne Moore
A message from the rider injured at the Baton Rouge Battle:
"Many thanks to Johnny Smith and Rodney Dudley for staying with me until the paramedics took me to the hospital. I was released from the hospital yesterday with minor damage to two vertebrae. Have to report back to the neurosurgeon in 3 weeks and can not ride for 3 weeks. The front rim of the bike was badly damaged during the accident. Cant wait to get back on the bike and start racing again. Thanks again for the immediate care by the race director and all the special attention given to get me to the hospital asap. It was a great day for racing, hope everyone did well. Will see everyone at the South Central Regional Championship race in Ridgeland!"
Glad you are ok, get those verts and rim fixed up and see you at the starting line again real soon.
If someone would like to share their photos from the Baton Rouge Battle, we'd be glad to feature them.
"1st of all, THANKS to all the racers, friends and family that came out to the 2012 Baton Rouge Battle. We had a record turnout with record fun had by all.
Darius Sampey