Ronde von SanRaflaanderran Final Countdown

Favorites and Dark Horses Alike, Prepped for SanRaflaanderrs 2010

On the eve of what many would call the biggest fake race of the season, tensions are running high among the riders who are listed as probable starters for the running of the 2010 edition of the Ronde von SanRaflaanderran. While other high profile fake races such as the Marin-Roubaix, the Paskenta-Chico Classic and the Grand Prix Ken Hushvod are certainly worthwhile fake titles, there is no question among the cycling gentry about which crown is prized above all others. A rider who can count themselves among the finishers can stand tall among his peers 'til the end of his days and for the lone soldier who crosses the finish line before his competitors they can count this season a success, even if they never enter another race.

So such are the stakes that will be contested on the lonely roads, punishing streets and savage bergs of tomorrows fake race. While Jonas Lodewick has shown top form by taking both of the first two races in the Marin World Cup with a convincing performance in the GP Ken Hushvod and a hard fought but somewhat Pyrrhic victory in the Marin-Roubaix, the ever present menace of long time rivals Ken Hushvod and Marcus Clijisters, either of whom could seize the day, is reason enough for trepidation. And one can never count out the dark horses. Strongmen like R.A. vonSchmidt, Stijn Cherry, Dario Fredericcio and Baen Van derStandish are waiting in the wings, ready to snatch victory at the slimmest of chances.

Curiously absent these recent cold and painful weeks has been defending champion Van vonSimeon who stamped his name on the trophy with a valorous early breakaway in the 2009 edition. If vonSimeon shows on the start line tomorrow evening, it will be an interesting race indeed.

And so we gird our loins for battle, knowing full well that only one will survive the ordeal and be able to lay claim to being a conquering hero. Will this be a warrior who we know and respect? Or will it perhaps be an unknown who rises to the occasion and embraces their destiny. By this time tomorrow, the answer will be known.

To the victor go the spoils.

Ronde von san Raflaanderran

Presented by PHRO.

April 11st, 2010

6:45pm

1009 B St

San Rafael, CA

Event Schedule:

6:45 pm – Ceremonial parade departure from the Hushvod Boosters Clubhouse on B St, San Rafael.
6:55 pm – Neutral Zone Ends

7:00 pm – Miraberg

7:45 pm – Bridgeberg

8:15 pm – Shaverberg (cima Jimmi)

8:45 pm – Finish (estimated)

9:00 pm – Results and podium ceremony at Hushvod Boosters Clubhouse.

**Sturdy Road or Cross Bikes Recommended**

*******The course starts at B St and finishes at the top of the hill at the San Anselmo Theological Seminary. Maps are provided on request. It is NOT a closed course and riders can be expected to see automobiles, pedestrians, hikers and possibly other cyclists. This event is run entirely for fun and not for profit. To borrow a phrase: "The less fun you have, the more you'll pay." Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to attend. Registration is free but the promoter is accepting donations.Leffe, Duvel and Stella Artoisare preferred but anything of Western European origin is acceptable currency. Anyone found taking this event seriously will be banished from all Marin World Cup events for a time period no less than 1 year. Also, you will suck. Safety first.********