In the inaugural State Line Road Race, Big D came away with five top-ten finishes in three events. The course looked like it would be a fine one for non-climbers, but several laps going up a steep grade and rollers toward the finish, left some competitors gasping for air.

Paul Fancher (fourth place) was the top Big D rider in the Masters 40+ event, with Kurt Wilson right behind in 5th. Paul Aldeguer came in 8th.

In the Cat5 race, Chip Zimmer had a nice showing with 7th out of about 50 riders. Cathy Wood was the lone Chica-D and did the ladies proud with an 8th place in the women’s open event.

It was a beautiful morning for racing and this race looks like it will become a favorite on the calendar in years to come.