Big D’s Randy Martin had a strong showing in the Cat. 4 race at the Boulevard Cup on October 17 at Wyandotte County Park.

Randy lugs his single-speed through the sand

Randy rode his single-speed bike in the category 4 40+ race, and placed second to an experienced Eddy Reamer, a mountain bike racer. “He rode over everything,” said Randy. “I learned early on that if there is a question on whether or not to ride or run, I run.”

Randy makes his way through traffic

Randy is working hard representing Big D Cycling in Wichita and across the region. As cyclocross season winds down, look for Randy on the road as a formidable force for the team.

Special thanks to Roger Harrison of Lanterne Rouge for allowing us to use his brilliant images.

Big D cyclist John Taton raced “Cross Off the Old Year,” which was held in Stump Park in Shawnee, KS on December 31. Taton is one of Big D’s strongest racers, but this was one of his first forays into the world of cyclocross. Despite riding on his heavy mountain bike, he represented Big D well with a 13th place finish in Cat. 4!

Taton racing in Cat4

His showing was excellent for a first-timer in the discipline. The course was difficult, with several barricades, which required dismounting, and a monster hill.

Staying close to the competition

Several Big D guys showed up to cheer him on and to meet other local riders in our back yard. Antoine Winkelmolen made his first appearance after his Christmas Eve skiing injury. We are all wishing him a speedy recovery.

Team gets the injury report from Twan

Taton is staying in shape and keeping fresh for for the upcoming season on the road. In cyclocross he joins Wichita’s Randy Martin, who is tearing it up for Big D. These two riders are doing a great job for the team year-round.

JT on a cold and windy course

The race was sponsored by localcycling.com, Epic Bike and Sport, and the
City of Shawnee. Thanks to Dan Turner for the story content and images. See more here.

Several team members gave a helping hand to Lanterne Rouge on November 7 for a co-sponsored event.

Vet Cross 2010 happened on Sunday northwest of Lawrence, KS. We showed up early and assisted Roger Harrison with setting up flags, course audio system, and collecting clothing donations.

About 15 full plastic liners of coats, jackets, and other warm clothing were collected from racers, who got an entry fee discount.  These items will go to the homeless in Kansas City.

Said Roger Harrison of his association with Big D: “I could not have done this without your team. Next time you need help or want to partner with a me for a race just let me know. Hey, I will put that Big D Racing Sticker on my van. Thanks again, Roger.”

Big D also helped tear down the course – collecting markers and cones, and getting things put away for Lanterne Rouge.

Follow this Lanterne Rouge Racing link to see Roger’s Flickr photos. Danrphoto has images for sale here. High-resolution digital files are available for only five bucks each. Proceeds go to Lanterne Rouge and Big D Cycling.