Mark and his brother BJ competed in the first ever endurocross race at the southern Iowa fair Thursday night. The heat index was nearly 100 degrees and the course was brutal! They had around 25 guys participate in two classes. Mark took on the challenge of riding in A class, even though he has never rode in an endurocross and has only rode in one harescramble race a few years ago. He ended up with a 5th place finish! Awesome for his first race, especially since he was racing against some of the top enduro riders in the the state! Great job Mark!
There were two heat races for each class. They had a straddle start. This is were your bike is off and you hope it starts easy so you can take off first! Mark is second from the right in the blue gear.
Mark riding through the mud pit.
Three large poles tied together was a big challenge for most guys. Especially after several laps!
Endurance is the key to being successful in an enduro. Several guys dropped out for a lap or two but Mark hung in there and never quit!
A hot group of fans watching their dads! :) A big thanks to my mom for coming along to help with kids!
The start of the main for the A class. Mark is in the front row second from the right.
Cooling off after the race. A short video of Mark riding part of the course.
Just awesome!
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