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Bobby McMullen pedaled his road bike over a wooden bridge, swooped along a curving trail next to Richardson Bay, and then, as he approached a gate, readied himself for what, under the circumstances, was a risky maneuver.
Risky because the 50-year-old Mill Valley bike racer is blind. McMullen, who can see some shapes and bright colors, competes in downhill and cross-country mountain bike races by following a guide who calls out turns and obstacles.
“Stay on me, Bobby,” instructed McMullen’s friend, Brad Waldron, who served as his guide during a recent 20-mile training ride through Mill Valley and Tiburon  … Pictures and more
Official news coming through the internet pipes is that the 4X World Champs will be held at the World Cup finals in Leogang, rather than at the World Champs in South Africa.
Good news and bad news I think. 4X has a very strong European base. Leogang may attract a larger number of racers and fans. An expensive long haul flight to South Africa could deter 4X racers if financial help isn’t forthcoming from their National Federation or team. Better to have a well attended event. But it’s a shame that the UCI are favouring the XC Eliminator event over the 4X format.
The UCI have also announced  … More