KMC Cycling Club sends riders to USAG Hohenfels

The KMC Cycling Club sent five riders to participate in the first race of the 2012 U.S. Forces Europe Mountain Bike Championship Series held on U.S. Army Garrison Hohenfels, Germany, June 9.

Hohenfels features some of the best riding in the series with a mix of old and new twisty, single-tracks strewn with rocks and tree roots. 

Recent rains and logging activities made the course slick and unpredictable with mud-stricken descents and climbs that racers were forced to navigate either on or off the bike. But the KMC cycling racers came prepared, dominating the competition and securing the top three places on the podium. 

Finishing first on the 23km course with a winning time of 1:16:16 was Justin Koppa. Hot on his heels in second place was Chad Hendrickson, followed by single speeder Michael Larson in third place.

KMC cycling racers George Smolinski and Matthew White finished eighth and 26th respectively. The next race in the series will be the Kaiserslautern MTB Race held in Rodenbach on July 22.

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The KMC Cycling Club is a diverse group of cyclists from across the community with a common interest in cycling and cycling advocacy. The club regularly participates in group rides, races and community events. 

For more information about the club, visit http://www.kmccycling.com.

(Courtesy of KMC Cycling Club)