WILDMAN TAKES MAKE A WISH DAY!
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| Wet roads, but hot riders!!! Is that Rocketman over the left shoulder of Yeti Boy? |
BUSY WEEK MAKES FOR A SHORT BLOG!!!
BAD CLEAT SLOWS DOWN FIRE!!
ONE MORE WEEK! ONE MORE WEEK!
ANY JERSEY YOU WANT DAY?!?
BARRY-ROUBIAX FOLLOW UP!
LATE BREAKING NEWS ON "THE LEGEND" KNOW AS
STRYKER GUY!
Belo News
October 16, 2021
Shark Cove, Mi. - Our intrepid hero, the Sharkman, is having an unusually busy week, so we will forego the long story and cut to the chase!!!
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| Is that Reb, with Fire, in a cycling jersey? |
It was a cold and damp morning as Sharkman, Yeti Boy, Reb and Fire made their way to the start in Galesburg. Hoping to pick up Rule 24 Guy, they were disappointed as they approached the Eaton Plant.
Reb was actually wearing a long sleeve cycling jersey! Wait....what? Yes, it is true!!!
With the cooler temps (48 degrees as Sharkman launched from the Cove) and the roads still damp from an over night rain, the group was not expecting many Shark Minion to be in attendance on this late fall day.
However, and to their suprise, 12 riders made it in for the ride! Is this a great country or what?!?
Riders began pouring in, but only one two were in Make A Wish kit.....
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| Yeti Boy was dressed for the cold! |
Wildman was sporting his Team Eaton/Make A Wish jersey, while Sharkman was wearing a Make A Wish jersey along with, Team Taylor Socks, thinking that would give him a distinct edge in the competition. However, he was also wearing a very stunning wind vest that covered the jersey and rode in it the entire ride because it was, after all, a bit cool.....
Wishbone immediately gave the crown to Wildman with protests from Sharkman of the unfairness, but recieved no back up from his normally supportive Shark Minions. Alas, the title was given, begrudgingly to Wildman over the diminutive Shark's objections....
Rocketman made his usual late appearance, but was able to make the start photo. However, when the editors looked, they could not find Rocketman.....though it is believed that is his helmet just over Yeti Boy's left shoulder in the photo. The phantom rider!
As the Nation headed north of Galesburg, Gazelle Girl and Hoosier Boy led Sharkman out to his honorary sprint as he took it in fulll on, attack mode.
After wardrobe adjustments and crossing G Ave. the fast moving train continued on to the col de Twin Lakes were Fire developed a mechanical with a worn cleat. Actually, the entire toe section of her Look cleat was gone. Reb volunteered to ride back to the Klutch with her and would meet the Nation later for koffee.
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| Wildman took Jersey honors, and finished on the podium! |
Yeti Boy put in a huge pull after the Rt. 89 crossing taking the fast moving train past the Yorkville Church and past Kellogg Korner, where Skittles, Rocketman and Sharkman went to the front.
After the short "sit up" after the turn to the final sprint to Rt. 43, the speed picked up again, while Sharkman was enjoying the tow from Rocketman and Skittles.
As the Stop Ahead loomed up front, Sharkman decided to move up next to Skittles, boxing him in behind Rocketman, while then making a semi "Dick Move" by telling Rocketman to look to the right. Bang, .....Sharkman got the sprint!!!
He mentioned to Skittles, that probably won't work in the final sprint, to which Skittles simply said, "No, it won't...."
Sharkman led the Nation on and actually got about half way up the col de Norte before he was passed by the fast moving, Shark Minion Train. The group was moving so well, there was no stop at the summit of the col de Norte.
The Nation blew through the Holy Rollers, the Inlet (with a complete stop) and on to the Digital Divide.
After the crossing, Sharkman led the pace line for a short time, when Skittles, Rocketman and Wildman came forward to pull. Again, the pace immediately went up and as the group started to splinter, the front group seemed to be forgetting again about Gazelle Girl and was taking it north of 25mph!
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| The "Sweetheart of the peloton!" arrives to cheers! |
However, Hoosier Boy was there to help the "Sweetheart of the Peloton" to catch back on as the lead group, which had also splintered before Gazelle Girl came foward to achieve her crown at the GGG Spot Sprint!
It was a victory for America!
After the GGG Spot Crossing, Sharkman opened a good size gap as he wanted to spread out the field.
He was surprised that he was pushing 21-22 mph hour, but as he looked back knew that the Nation seemed too damn confident that they could reel him back in at any time. The unrepentented Shark Minions left him out there to suffer until the final ascent to the finish, where he was pretty much "finished" as Wildman, Rocketman, Skittles and school of Shark Minions went flying by him.
Our intrepid hero was able to get a second wind on the way down the final descent, and was actually able to see Rocketman, Wildman and Skittles take the finish with Wishbone a close fourth!
The paparazzi and tofosi went wild on the Champs le Galesburg wondering if this would be the last road ride of the season or not!
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| Toesetter even braided his beard! |
Fire was at the Klutch waiting for the Press Conference, along with her wingman, Reb. Fire had bought the koffee, for a grateful Nation!
Thanks Fire!
The party got rocking and the koffee flowed. There was another protest about the Make A Wish kit winner, as Sharkman took his vest off to show off his jersey, but to no avail.
Wishbone also put in a request to extend the road season, but Sharkman was thinking Fort Custer next.
However, special reporter Gazelle Girl reported that Fort Custer is hosting the "Custer Stampede" this weekend, so the Shark Minion Nation will stay on the road for at least, one more week!!!
Is this a great country or what!??
At press time, the forecast was for a cool but dry morning. If there is any rain in the forecast, watch your email for any ride cancellation.
October 23, 2021 - This Saturday
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| Skittles was ready after a high mileage week on the gravel! |
"Any Jersey You Want Day!" (you'll probably be wearing a vest or jacket anyway)
Launch Time - 9:00 a.m. - SHARP!!!
BE THERE!
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| Hooseri Boy arrived with extra tubes! |
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| Wishbone in his Make a Wish Chain Gang jersey. |
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| Rocketman actually made the Start Photo! Well, sort of..... |
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| Thanks for the koffee, Fire!!! |
BARRY-ROUBIAX FOLLOW UP!
Belo News
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| Raptor! Hey, BN doesn't think they've seen that jersey!!! |
October 2, 2021
Special Report:
Hastings, Mi. - Raptor did some major work to not only get some results from Barry-Roubaix, but some fantastic photos as well!!! Here is his report:
Sharkman, I know you made mention of some of the Minions that rode in Barry-Rubaix. I did not see a mention of Maid Marion who had an incredible ride of the 36 mile, taking 2nd place in her age division less that 1 sec behind 1st. Snow White also rode but not as a race, it was her first gravel experience and she cycled for fun and not time. Doing the 36 course as a beginner is quite a task to take on as an intro to gravel.
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| Snow White in her first gravel race!! |
I did the 62 mile Masters 51+ and Skittles the 100 because he must be crazy.
I will attach 1 Photo per e-mail.
| Name | Rider | Distance | Class | Time (h) | Pace (mph) | Place |
| Skittles | Bill | 100 mi | Mens Open | 6:39 | 15.05 | 103rd of 211 |
| Raptor | Walter | 62 mi | Mens Masters 51+ | 3:27 | 18.00 | 48th of 139 |
| Maid Marian | Cheryl | 36 mi | Women 46-52 | 1:59 | 18.11 | 2nd of 30 |
| Yetty Boy | David | 36 mi | Men 66+ | 2:08 | 16.88 | 9th of 38 |
| Snow White | Erin | 36 mi | Ride-for-Fun |
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| Yeti Boy in his Team Shark Minion Kit, kicking butt! |
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| Maid Marian leading the group!! |
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| You can always tell Reb! He's the one in the T shirt!! Leading the pack of lycra clad riders! Oh, the humanity! |
LATE BREAKING NEWS ON "THE LEGEND" KNOW AS
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Belo News
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| The new knee! How will we beat him now?!? Oh, the humanity!! |
October 20, 2021
Richland, Mi. - As Belo News went to press, there was late breaking news that the "Legend" know as Stryker Guy had successfully survived knew replacement!
Wait....what?! The Legend had a bum knee? The guy who rode the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico? Who rode across this great county, the US of A? They guy who kicks ass when the Shark Minion Nation is blessed with his presence?
Yes, THAT Legend!
Stryker Guy, hizzelf, reported in with the attached photo, "They chose not to cut it off! Should be ready for Custer next week?!?
Always self effacing, the veteran Shark Minion went on to say that "he asked that he be able to ride within 5 mph of Sharkman, Yeti Boy, Zyckhman, Gazelle Girl, Toesetter and Bissell Boy, the Lucky Ones, etc. his "alleged hero's" (Editors emphasis) to which the doctor simply replied, "I'm not a miracle worker!!!"
Glade it all went well and the mighty Shark Minion Nation will hold a spot in the peloton for you until you get back!
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| Styker Guy trying out a new ride! |
All the best from the mighty Shark Minion Nation, Stryker Guy!
Get well soon!!!
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