Duryea Downhill 2012

One of my side projects this year has been helping to organize a downhill race in my hometown of Reading, Pennsylvania. This past weekend the race took place, and it was very enjoyable for all who participated. The Duryea Downhill is unique because it finishes in Reading's city park which is in the center of town. There were a lot of spectators for that reason and it was cool to race on a little different track than the ski slopes were used to. This race was awesome for me personally because it was so close to home. Being able to race on my home trails in front of all my friends from school and my family was really special. The whole weekend was great. Saturday evening I had a BBQ in my yard where a lot of the riders came to hang out and ride my pump track. Ray from Trek was with us all weekend, he is always great to have around. My bike was set up perfectly for the track as the race was held on the mountain where I do all my testing and training at home. The new Saint components were very popular because most of the guys here hadn't seen them yet. I won the race by over 7 seconds, and it was awesome to see all my friends waiting at the finish line. I am really glad that I was able to help make this race possible and I hope it can become an annual event.


NM