BC Cross Cup Race 2 Recap

Escape's Jon Cheung catches some air in the EV GP. Photo: Tobin Copley


2nd race in the BC Cross Cup is in the books, this race was presented by Team Escape Velocity.

Escape Velocity Grand Prix
Vancouver, BC
September 24, 2006

"With over 120 racers, dozens of volunteers and spectators, Escape Velocity is pleased with our club's first effort at hosting a Cyclocross race in Vancouver," said Gordon Ross, President Team Escape Velocity. "Our club members look forward to hosting the 2nd Grand Prix of Cyclocross in 2007.""The rider turn-out was great, and everyone thought the course was fantastic. EV is certain to see this event grow in coming years," said Sandy Harrison, Cycling BC Commissaire (event official).

The 2006 Grand Prix of Cyclocross hosted by Escape Velocity is part of the 2006 Giant Bicycles BC Cross Cup. The club's decision to enter the foray of cyclocross races is based on the club's commitment to give back to the BC's cycling community. With the addition of this race to the club's race event calendar, EV now hosts races from March through September each year.

Escape Velocity would like to acknowledge West Point Grey Academy and the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation for their support by providing such an ideal location for the event.

Founded in August 1989, Team Escape Velocity is a Vancouver, BC based cycling club committed to promoting and developing the sport of cycling in Canada. With over 120 members ranging from novice Category 5 riders to Canadian National Team members and North American champions, we pride ourselves in our community involvement, race organization, youth development, and leadership activities. For more information on EV see: Escape Velocity.

Race Results:
Women's A:
1st: Kelly Jones Sugoi
2nd: Lisa Ludwig Oak Bay Cycles
3rd: Sarah Stewart Wedgewood

Women's C:
1st: Melanie Vaughan WCMBC
2nd: Sarah McMillan Independent
3rd: Sara Porter Independent

Men's A:
1st: Rob Britton Gigabike / Lazyboy
2nd: Andrew Kyle Independent
3rd: Stefan Widmer Sugoi / Giant

Men's B:
1st: Andrew Brown Delvay Taylors
2nd: Steven Murray SORCA
3rd: Nels Guloie Sugoi / Giant

Men's C:
1st: Oliver Whalley Krank Dirtware
2nd: David Markham Independent
3rd: Sebastian Sleep On the Edge