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Sunday, January 13, 2013

Presenting The 2013 Cheesehead Roubaix

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Cheesehead Roubaix returns to southeastern Wisconsin’s most primitive roads on Sunday, Apr. 28, departing Fireman's Park in Newburg at 9 a.m.  Designed as a challenging metric century in the style of races like Paris-Roubaix and the Tour of Flanders, this ride will test your fitness as the new racing season begins.  Be prepared to fight brutal headwinds as you traverse a route that features more than 10 miles of unpaved public roads.

Go here to download your copies of the cuesheet, elevation profile and map.  There’s also a data file for GPS devices.

As in years past, Cheesehead Roubaix is free of charge and there’s no SAG.  I provide the route and a time for people to meet.  You’re on your own for food, water and mechanical support.  Registration is not necessary but if you plan to attend please let me know on the Facebook events page or in the comments below.

Now in its fourth year, the ride features a very slightly altered course from previous editions.  I think you’ll love it.  See you 15 weeks from today!
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5 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 6, 2013 at 8:33 PM

    THIS SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF FUN, I WILL PLAN ON ATTENDING FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS RIDE FOR SURE !

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  2. AnonymousMarch 27, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    I'm guessing this would require a CX bike. Sounds tough on MTB.

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    1. Dave HanrahanMarch 27, 2013 at 2:50 PM

      Most people use a standard road bike, as about 54 of the 64 miles are paved. I prefer the more relaxed geometry of my cyclocross bike and the bigger contact patch of my 700x25 Continental Gatorskin tires. People have done this ride on mountain bikes, but that's not for me. It's too much of a weight penalty.

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  3. AnonymousMarch 27, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Cool. May use it as a tough training ride for my May mountain race. Thanks...

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  4. Dave HanrahanMarch 27, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    After a little trial-and-error with the scheduling, last year I put Cheesehead Roubaix on the Sunday before the WORS season opener. It's the same this year and likely will remain so in the future.

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