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GERING —They were dirt-covered, exhausted and wind chapped.
But Keegan Swenson and Lauren Stephens were also champions.
The two claimed the elite men’s and women’s titles, respectively, during the inaugural U.S. Cycling Gravel National Championships. The elite divisions headlined the event and had a $60,000 payout for the men’s and women’s 131-mile races.
Individuals also had the opportunity to compete in 24.8-, 52.6- and 88.8-mile courses, and the fields were broken down into divisions based on age and other categories. …
… Stephens, of Dallas, Texas, completed the 131-mile course in 6:45.33, nearly three minutes ahead of Alexis Skarda (6:48.15).
“I went in with the plan to attack with about 30 (kilometers) to go,” Stephens said. “There is a pretty steep climb out there and (the plan) worked.”
Stephens came into the weekend after winning the women’s race in the Garmin Gravel Worlds in Lincoln on Aug. 26, and the Dakota Five-0 in Spearfish, South Dakota, last weekend. The latter is a 50-mile mountain bike race but has roughly 6,500 feet of climbing. …
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The event raises money for local groups and organizations, while giving residents and those from all over Texas the chance to get some exercise downtown.
WACO, Texas — Early Sunday morning, more than 1,200 riders of all ages gathered at Heritage Square for the 38th annual Waco Wild West 100, sponsored by Skittles.
The non-profit event encourages families and individuals to embrace an active lifestyle, offering a variety of route options, including six, 29, 52, 63, and 100-mile rides. The longest route led participants from Heritage Square to China Spring and back.
Registration for the event kicked off at $35 for adults and $15 for youths. However, the fee increased to $55 for those who decided to join on the day of the event. All of the money raised from the event goes to support both national and local organizations, allowing riders to choose where their contributions are directed.
Nancy Goodnight, the ride director and board chairman for Waco Wild West 100, emphasized …
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I rode for TheA a 5 years old girl who is fighting High Risk B-cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia- 80/100mi came in to refills – as soon as I cross the finish line my back tire pops – done my best today – also took the wrong turn in Kyle – a good day
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More than 2,000 cancer survivors, patients and families ran and biked around Downtown Austin for a good cause on Sunday morning.
AUSTIN, Texas — Cyclists, walkers and runners raced around Downtown Austin on Sunday morning for the 27th annual Livestrong Challenge, which supports cancer survivors and their families.
Cyclists could choose to bike between 20 to 100 miles through the Texas Hill Country and back to Downtown Austin, and runners and walkers raced 5Ks and 10Ks around Lady Bird Lake. Cancer survivors were wearing blue shirts and got a rose when they crossed the finish line.
It’s a feeling that Livestrong board member and fellow cancer survivor Candice Aaron says is like no other. …
