Vergified, vergiated, vergification.

December 9 , Verge #7 Warwick RI. The drive down was an escape from -20c weather to a balmy 4c. This was my first glimpse of the New England Scene.Darko and Rod convinced me to race the B men's (senior 2/3) euphemistically called the killer bees. Win this category and you go to the big show (pro men). I found a tight knit group, fun, approachable and serious all at the same time. After they staged the points contenders, we were placed according to our registration date. Looking over the heads of 50 some riders I knew that there was some work to be done (neglecting to research the details has always been a weakness of mine) The course was very flat and consisted of grass and pavement. Some corners were muddy with off camber exits. It was very evident that these corners were too technical for many as there was a pileup on almost every one on the first lap
I have to wonder what brings all this energy together? Did the racing evolve from a humble beginning or did someone go to "rock and roll" level right from the start? I want some of that energy at my local race. It was run by a group that reminded me very much of Chico's mountain bike races. Accompanying the action were two guys on mics that knew the racers and could supply some insider knowledge. They talked over music designed to inspire. If you happened to be out of sight of the action they would fill it in.
Why do Ontario races need so much elevation? Even Aurora had three times the elevation of this race. I had fun at Aurora but the Verge course was even better. Technical does not necessarily mean slow! The spirit was contagious.