TJ PLATT BEATS COURSE RECORD AT APPALACHIAN CLASSIC |
(06/27/2005) |
Submitted by Diann Clothier TJ Platt, Pro/Expert racer, completed the 9th Annual Appalachian Classic today in 1 hour, 46 minutes, and 40 seconds - surpassing his 2004 course record of 1:51:30 for the 21.6 mile race. Not only did TJ win the Men's Champion Bowl, but proved, for the second time in a row, that he owns the trails at the Calhoun County Park. Before TJ broke his record of last year, the fastest time for the 3 lap race was 1:51:59, set by Ryan O'Conner in 2001. 116 mountain bike racers showed up for the West Virginia Spring Point Series Championship under the extremely sunny skies of Calhoun County - 90+ degree heat, and 3 water stations per lap. The winners were:
Men's Pro/Expert Open: TJ Platt 1:46:40 Racing 2 laps, for 14.4 miles, the Sport Winners were:
Men's Sport 19-34: Nat Arnold 1:30:34
Jr. Sport 14 & under: Corey Chambers 57:03 The Appalachian Classic MTB Race and Festival thanks all the racers, spectators, volunteers, and sponsors for their enthusiastic support of the race. For complete race coverage and pictures, check &NBS; www.iplayoutside.com
|