A quick report from Team Rhino Rush. Yeah buddy!

We can't believe the Fall season is upon us! This has been one of best years yet in terms of rider strength, teamwork and development. We've truly met our goal of supporting great riders who are great people.

ON THE ROAD

Bogus - Every year the Bogus Basin hill climb serves as the benchmark for all Treasure Valley Cyclists in pursuit of the sub hour ascent. This year we had Five riders do the sub hour Bogus! Congrats to Jackson Swanson, Brent Gorman, Justin Mayfield, Eric Gregg and John Salmon, for attaining a great accomplishment.

Twilight Criterium - Every year in July you can feel the excitement downtown of our largest Road cycling event of the year. This year was no different as we looked to give the city of Boise a great show and hopefully earn some spots on the podium. Paul Warner, our top Cat 1 rider had a great showing in the Pro-1 field with a pack finish behind the stunning battle between United HealthCare and AltoVelo.

In the 1,2,3s Nick Lee, Ian Megale, Andrew Harris, Jackson Swanson and Gary Davis put on a great show with constant attacks while capturing multiple prems; despite the rain right before their race.

Unfortunately in the 4-5s the myth the man, the legend Chris Haskell got caught up with a lapper and took a solid spill, shown below, captured by his own gopro. Don't worry though, he has said he will be ready for Cyclocross season!

Baker City - This was one of the hottest years on record for the team. The heat combined with the 14 thousand feet of climbing over the four days was a true test of grit for the guys. In the 1-2s Justin Mayfield led both Paul Warner and Jackson Swanson through the grueling, steep Elkhorn Mountains. 

In the 3s Ian Megale and Eric Gregg gave quite an impressive performance.

Both earning points to upgrade them to cat 2 for next year! Ian placed 4th in the criterium and Eric was 2nd in the TT!

Ian doing throwing quite the bike throw

ON THE DIRT

Jug Mtn 9-5

Zach Powell teamed up with his good friend and long time local pro Josh Oppenheimer to dominate the mens duo field. The two were the only group of the day to complete 12 laps. Our own Lucy Collins made her debut to the mtb marathon scene as well. She finished third behind seasoned pros Amanda Carey and Jana Repulski. 

Lucy cruising through the mountains of McCall

Mtb Nationals

TJ and Zach were able to make the trek to Mammoth Mountain this year for Mtb Nationals. TJ had a great race in the Cat 1 40-44 age group placing 12th. Zach was competitive in his field as well despite a poor start.

As I mentioned, Fall is here, which means cyclocross is upon us. We hope to see out at the races with a cowbell and tasty beverage; as this is one of our favorite times of the year!

Thank you all for the support this year, we would not be the great team we are without the great sponsors we have!

All the best!

The LBC Board