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Toby Makes it Two in a Row

Kiefer, Shryock round out the podium

Doug Shryock rode his Epic and it proved to be the right tool for the job. He was able to easily hit technical features and create the advantage at the start. Bob Presta also made the front group, and the four riders continued to set the pace at the front. Eventually it whittled to three and Toby attacked coming out of the pit of despair. Kiefer came in a strong second and Doug was an impressive third after being bounced around in Helena. New team on the block MBW Racing had 2nd (Kiefer) and 4th (Presta).

Campbell races with men, Ingrid continues strong riding

Lindsy Campbell, hot off her UCI debut in Washington State decided to ride with the Men A group. Ingrid again looked strong and is poised for another top notch season. The Hellgate rider beat a strong ladies field that included some new faces.

Howard, Bad Blair, Sayler, and Mo take home first week wins

Travis Howard won a large B race and Blair Fischer goes two for two. Rob Sayler had to battle for the Master A win, but got clear with some good technical riding. Mo Mislivets delivered a nice victory in the women's B. It looks like all that single track riding on her cross bike is paying off.

Butte or bust

This Sunday seems to be on everyone's minds. It will be the first showdown of the season. Montana Velo is very strong and sent Landon Beckner down to the race last night. Also, John Curry will line up for his Montana season debut. For more information on the race, click here. Help out and Register Early

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If you have photos from last night's race email me, montanacyclocross@gmail.com. I'll post your best shot, or a link to your gallery.

Toby Climbs the Ladder at the Capitol

Herzig fights a mechanical and Morgan rounds out the podium.

Toby Meierbachtol is one of the best cross racers to have never won a Montana Series Event. Sunday in Helena that all changed. Meierbachtol gave himself and his sponsor, Hellgate Cyclery their first victory. Scott Herzig rode through the field and into second position after a mechanical. Brad Nails Morgan held on for 3rd. Jamul Hahn, Landon Beckner, and Geoff Proctor all showed good early season fitness and placed high in Helena.

Mark Brooke and Great Divide impress with first year event.

The course didn't allow for much pack riding, which is good for the early season. It was nice to suffer like a dog and try to find your pace. Another cool component of the course was the urban nature. It was basically in a housing development right outside of downtown Helena. Neighbors and volunteers seemed to be enjoying the action. The race organization and officials were excellent. I hope to see this event as a permanent fixture on the Montana Calendar.

Curtis and Blair take on large fields.

Aubree Curtis and Blair Fisher took wins in the cat 4's and masters B's. The fields were relatively large and both riders had to push their limits for the victory. Mechanicals plagued some of the favorites in this category. Jason Delmue and Byron DeFord both had un-timely issues that took them out of contention. That battle between Byron and Blair was shaping up nicely.

Toby and Ingrid take their leads to Butte.

Hellgate Cylery Riders both control the series' after one race. With Currys, Frank, Flathead, and more Msla riders; Toby and Ingrid will have stiff competition. Scott Herzig showed strong early season form and has a proven track record at the Copper Mountain Sports Complex. Also, Landon Beckner was in 2nd place for a portion of the race on Sunday and should only get better throughout the season. Register early to help out John C and the Butte crew.

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Photo by Ingrid Lovitt