In order to perform at your highest ability no matter the weather you need to be able to manage your body temperature.  That is why for the Craft Gran Prix of Gloucester, Craft Sportswear is giving away their world renowned Cool Mesh Superlight Sleeveless Baselayer.  Its ability to efficiently pull moisture away from your skin results in keeping you cool and dry.  The Cool Mesh Superlight Sleeveless Baselayer performs at the highest level so you can enjoy the hard work.    
 
Winners Include:
First Person to Register for Craft Gran Prix of Gloucester
First Person to Register per Category
19th Person to Register (19th Year Anniversary)

Register for the CRAFT Sportswear Gran Prix of Gloucester.

​BOSTON, Mass. (August 2, 2017) - The 2017 Vittoria Northeast Cyclocross Series presented by Clif Bar returns as a UCI series but has changes in store for racers this year. Well-known for its long running, high-quality events, the Series continues to grow with support of returning title sponsor, Vittoria, and the addition of new presenting sponsor Clif Bar. Cyclocross fans can follow the calendar through four weekends of competition on classic courses, taking athletes to Gloucester, MA, Northampton, MA, Suffern, NY, and Warwick, RI where they will race for the coveted overall Vittoria Series jersey provided by Verge Sport.

"Every year we evaluate our category structure; some years we make no changes, some years we make radical ones," explained Series President Adam Myerson. Category changes for the 2017 Series include the removal of the elite women's masters 35+ category and the addition of an open women's masters 40/50+ category as a staggered start behind the category 3 women. There will be separate series points and jerseys awarded for each age group. Additionally, the men's masters categories will shift to a 40/50/60+ format. 
"We've been searching for ways to add independent women's masters fields and after looking very hard at how turnouts were last season and where the capacity lies, we think this is the best way to do it," continued Myerson. "I don't love staggered starts and wish I had enough daylight to give every field its own time on the course but we're confident this solution will make the maximum number of people happy."
Myerson added that it's important to adapt as the sport and the demographic change. "We see that older riders are staying competitive longer. We also see the peak of the population curve moving and so we need to accommodate that demand with more capacity. Add to that the fact that riders can score up to 100 UCI points and still be eligible for masters worlds and we felt it was finally time to move our masters classes back by 5 years, even if that keeps a few cat. 1/2 35-39 year olds in the UCI elite race."
In addition to the changes to the masters fields, the elite women will be given more time to utilize open course time, with the afternoon warm up window relocated to before the category 3 men's race.
The Vittoria Series will also change its prize policies, with no prize money for amateur fields in 2017. Myerson stated that "we want to spend more money on infrastructure to make sure all our riders are having a great experience. More fence, more staff, better video coverage, full and fast results, good officiating; these are things that cost money, but are also part of why people like our races. We think those things are a more important part of the racing experience than paying a few people a few hundred bucks in prize money. There is a lot of competition out there for fun on the weekends, and we're glad people are choosing our events. We want to keep making everyone happy."
The 2017 Series will kick off at the CRAFT Sportswear Gran Prix of Gloucester, October 14 and 15 in iconic Stage Fort Park. "As Gloucester enters its 19th year and the series continues as the longest running UCI series in North America, I'm excited that we are still pushing things progressively in cyclocross," said Gloucester Executive and Technical Director Paul Boudreau. "A few years ago, we created a Cat 4 women's field which is now one of the fastest filling categories. Now with the creation of women's masters fields, I feel we're still moving the sport ever forward."
This year's Verge Northampton International, on November 11 and 12, hosts one of New England's favorite races and the oldest UCI race in the US. "Every year I have to check and see what year of the race we're on," exclaimed Vittoria Series and Verge Northampton International President Adam Myerson. "To be doing the 27th edition this year is amazing to me. We've had the same crew for a long time, and it's one of the secrets to our longevity. So with that combination of staff like Alec Donahue as race director and JD Bilodeau as technical director, along with friends like Verge, BikeReg, Joe's Garage, the Northampton Cycling Club, and Look Park, it gives us a lot of stability."
Returning to the series for a second year is Supercross Cup, November 18 and 19, in Suffern, NY. After a successful debut year in a new location, Supercross returns to the "World Cup-style" venue that featured rolling hills, tricky off-cambers, and clenching descents that tested even the most steely-nerved 'cross racers. "Our second year at this venue has us really excited!" said race promoter Myles Romanow. "We will make a few revisions to the course and make use of the incredible amenities afforded to us by our hosts, Rockland Community College. With hot showers, changing rooms, plentiful parking, delicious food trucks, the Family Fun Zone, there really are so many reasons to say 'I HEART NY' and make the trip to Supercross."
The Vittoria Series grand finale will be at the NBX Gran Prix of 'Cross. Goddard Memorial State Park in Warwick, Rhode Island will host the final chapter on a course that is the essence of cyclocross in New England: twists and turns, rooty descents and the legendary beach sections.
"This will be our 14th Annual UCI 'cross weekend in RI," said NBX Gran Prix Race Director Matt Bodziony. "Being the finale has always been an exciting opportunity to close out what has been some of the most exciting 'cross racing of the season. With the support of Vittoria, we're honored to be the 7th and 8th race of the Vittoria NECXS!"
With the continued support of NBX Bikes, Apex Tech. Group and Narragansett Beer the Goddard Park venue will be alive with several new course challenges and classic favorites like the long beach run.
The Series continues to grow and push the boundaries of the development of the sport thanks to involvement from sponsors such as Vittoria. "Vittoria is psyched to be back supporting 'cross for another season," said Vittoria Vice President of Marketing and Product Ken Avery.  "Like Vittoria, cyclocross in this region has deep roots. More than anything, the passionate people who attend the events truly make the scene what it is, and we couldn't be more proud to be their tire of choice."
Watch the races unfold in person or by following tweets at @VittoriaSeries. Follow on facebook for race weekend highlights at facebook.com/VittoriaSeries. For more information visit http://www.necyclocross.com.
Series Calendar
CRAFT Sportswear Gran Prix of Gloucester
Stage Fort Park, Gloucester, MA
October 14-15
The Verge Northampton International
Look Park, Northampton, MA
November 11-12
Supercross Cup
Rockland Community College, Suffern, NY
November 18-19
NBX Gran Prix of 'Cross
Goddard Memorial Park, Warwick, RI
December 2-3
Series Competition Categories
Elite Men
Elite Women
U23 Men
U23 Women
Men 3
Women 3
Masters 40+ Women (Cat 1-4)
Masters 50+ Women (Cat 1-4)
Masters 40+ Men (Cat 1-4)
Masters 50+ Men (Cat 1-4)
Masters 60+ Men (Cat 1-4)
Juniors 15-18 Men
Juniors 15-18 (Cat 3) Women
Juniors 10-14 Boys
Juniors 10-14 Girls
About Vittoria Series

The Vittoria Series is a UCI level cyclocross series made up of four premier event weekends in the Northeast that attract national and international caliber athletes to compete for an overall leader's jersey. Both professional and amateur athletes compete throughout the fall in Gloucester, MA, Northampton, MA, Suffern, NY, and Warwick, RI.


About Vittoria Industries North America

Vittoria Industries Ltd. is an international group that acquired the famous premium cotton tubular tires producer Vittoria Spa in 1990. Vittoria has built highly reputable partnerships within in the cycling industry and created a distinct brand image. Today, Vittoria Industries is the world's leading manufacturer of bicycle tires with an annual production of approximately 7 million tires and 900,000 high performance tubulars and cotton tires. Its research and development center develops the best racing tires at all levels. Vittoria's worldwide commercial operations are shared among three distinct regions: Vittoria SpA is responsible for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Latin America (EMEA & LATAM). Vittoria Industries North America, Inc., is responsible for North America. The group holding company, Vittoria Industries Ltd, carries out manufacturing and R&D at its fully owned Lion Tyres Thailand Ltd factory in Bangkok.

Hi Everyone,

We strive to make GP Gloucester the best racing experience possible. One of our biggest challenges is parking. We also need to adhere to City requirements for tents and awnings. With this in mind, we’ve made some changes.

Entering Stage Fort Park
On both days, you’ll need to enter the park at the southern entrance. Follow Rt 127 south to Hough (set your GPS to 41 Hough Ave Gloucester MA). Parking attendants will be on hand to help. If the lot is full, please use the auxiliary parking at Gloucester High School (32 Leslie O Johnson Road).

Club Row
We’ve moved Club Row tents right on the race course in the area we’ve traditionally placed the Beer tent and other elements of our vendor expo. Each Club Row spot will be allocated a parking spot in close proximity to the course crossing closest to Club Row. 

If you purchased a Club Row spot, simply print your BIkeReg receipt or have it accessible on your phone. Show the parking attendant. You’ll be allowed access to Club Row parking.

We’ll be emailing you all individually with your Club Row tent location. 

UCI Team Parking
The new parking area is in the upper parking lot just adjacent to the finish line (aka the former Club Row area). This new location is flat and more suitable for those with larger vehicles. It also allows City parking staff to better use the land in the traditional UCI parking area to get more vehicles in. If you’re arriving on Saturday or Sunday, please print your BikeReg receipt or have accessible on your phone.
Please remember, UCI team parking is for your large vehicle. A purchased UCI team parking spot does not mean that your team of 10 riders can park all their vehicles near your spot. 

Open RV Parking
At the northern entrance to the park, there’s a baseball field called Boudreau Field. The parking lot for that field will be open as a first-come, first-served, parking area for RVs and other large vehicles. No overnight parking allowed.

Notes:

Overflow Parking - if the Stage Fort Parking lot fills, please head north on Rt 127 and go to Gloucester High School. You can enjoy the short pedal back to the park for a little warm up.

Please arrive early for your race. It may take a little time to get you parked. When you get stressed about a missed start, it affects those around you. I know, because I spoke to the parking attendants last year. Remember they are there to help.

Nudity. Please be mindful that there are families in the park. If you’re in the southern area of the park, there are homes near the park entrance. They saw you naked last year.

Camping or sleeping at the park. Sorry, but this is prohibited.

Georgia Way, Tolman Ave and the other small streets adjacent to the southern part of Sage Fort Park are residential areas. Please don’t park there. If you see one of the residents, wave. Say hello. It will offset the yelling and curse words they heard last year from a few bad apples who parked where they shouldn’t because they were running late.

I hope you enjoy this year's Gran Prix of Gloucester.
Best,
Paul Boudreau
​Event Director

​The Race to Register
 
In order to perform at your highest ability no matter the weather you need to be able to manage your body temperature.  That is why for the Craft Gran Prix of Gloucester, Craft Sportswear is giving away their world renowned Cool Mesh Superlight Sleeveless Baselayer.  Its ability to efficiently pull moisture away from your skin results in keeping you cool and dry.  The Cool Mesh Superlight Sleeveless Baselayer performs at the highest level so you can enjoy the hard work.    
 
Winners Include:
First Person to Register for Craft Gran Prix of Gloucester
First Person to Register per non-UCI Category
18th Person to Register (18th Year Anniversary)

Registration for the 18th CRAFT Sportswear Gran prix of Gloucester can be found on BikeReg.com

Our event doesn't exist without our volunteers. We are ever grateful. here are the winners of this year's raffle. We'll be distributing at the next few races and shipping to folks we don't see at the races.


Michelle Smith: SRAM CX1 group set
Tim Henninan: Zipp 30 Wheelset
Lesli Cohen: Mad Alchemy Special Edition Gloucester Embrocation
Brad Smith: Clement X’plor USH Tires
Tony Vasallo: Clement Strada Tires
Tony Fiancada: Clement X’plor MSO Tires
Greg Ralich: SRAM Slick Wire Cable Set
Rob Rolsma: Zipp Tangente Tires
Katy Driscoll: Zipp Tangente Tires
Zach Abuzza: Zipp Schwag Bag
Preston Buehrer: Pedro’s Chain Pig
Lydia Hausle: Pedro’s Prize Pack
Dan Johnson: SRAM Schwag Pack
Stuart Boyd: Hammer Schwag Bag
Phil Meyer: Zipp Tangente Tires
David Jamison: Pedro’s Chain Pig
Jenn Minery: Pedro’s pack
Lodrina Cherne: SRAM Shift/Brake set
Bill Papp: Clement  X'plor Tires
Andrew Gruden: Zipp Tangete Tires
Tammy Bonn: Mad Alchemy Special Edition Gloucester Embrocation
Mike Murphy: Pedro’s Chain Pig
Laney: Clement X'Plor USH Tires
Erin Faccone: SRAM Slick Wire Cable Set
Alex Meier: Pedro's Chain Pig

PRESS RELEASE
9/28/2014For Immediate Release
Contact:
Cynthia Brennan
Media Coordinator
Verge NECXS
cynthiakbrennan@gmail.com

Spectators were treated to exciting racing throughout this second day of Rapha Super Cross Gloucester as competitors battled hard in all fourteen categories of racing on a course even drier than yesterday's. After thousands of tires passed through the course yesterday, continuing throughout the day today, the ground was chewed down into sand, exposing rocks, roots, and loose corners where before there had been none. The fast course required excessive power, but racers also needed plenty of handling skills in order to remain upright through the sandy corners. The second day of the Verge New England Cyclocross Series presented by Stan's NoTubes and Cycle-Smart saw many hard-fought battles for lead in the Series competitions.

The Elite Women lit up the start, with Arley Kemmerer (PB2 Pro Cycling) speeding up the start straight to move into an early lead. Emily Zaveta (Amy D. Racing) jumped on her wheel, and Helen Wyman (Kona Factory Racing) and Gabby Durrin (Team Neon Velo) quickly followed. Crystal Anthony (Optum p/b Kelly Benefit Strategies) chased the group of four, but it was Caroline Mani (Raleigh/Clement) who managed to bridge to the leaders. Mani's broken wrist makes sprint starts and standing attacks next to impossible, so her style this weekend has been to surge steadily until she catches the lead group. Kemmerer attacked and built a gap, but Mani hadn't yet finished her surge. As Maghalie Rochette (Luna Pro Team) bridged to the leaders, Mani caught Kemmerer and powered right through her. Mani continued an amazing ride to win the race despite her injury. Kemmerer's ride was decidedly strong, and she finished second. Rochette finished third after attacking the chase, claiming the U23 Women's lead in the Verge New England Cyclocross Series. Mani claimed the Elite Women's jersey in the Series from Wyman, who finished fourth today.

"Racing is really painful right now, but the huge crowd cheering today really helped me forget about the pain," said Mani of winning today and taking the Series lead - despite her injury.

Next up, the Elite Men stampeded onto the course, kicking up clouds of dust as they went. Lukas Winterberg (MG-Cycling Team) was on the attack, gaining a gap on the chase very early into the race. Curtis White (Cannondale p/b Cyclocrossworld.com) got to Winterberg's wheel, and then yesterday's winner Jeremy Powers (Aspire Racing) shut down their advantage with a huge chase group on his wheel. Powers moved to the front of the group, and was soon on the attack to defend his Series lead. Winterberg, worn out from the time he spent on the front in today's heat and dust, couldn't prevent the motivated Powers from getting away. Meanwhile, Jamey Driscoll (Raleigh/Clement) attacked the chase behind Winterberg and Powers, cranking the pedals and putting major time into the shattered chase. Driscoll sped through the space between him and Winterberg, catching the Swiss rider and passing him in short time. Driscoll set his sights on Powers, who increased his pace in response to the pressure. Powers maintained his gap to win, sweeping the first weekend of Verge NECXS racing in 2014. Driscoll powered in for a well-earned second, with Winterberg behind him in third. Curtis White finished a strong fourth today to retain his U23 Men's Series lead.

PRESS RELEASE
9/27/2014For Immediate Release
Contact:
Cynthia Brennan
Media Coordinator
Verge NECXS
cynthiakbrennan@gmail.com


The opening day of the 2014 Verge New England Cyclocross Series presented by Stan's NoTubes and Cycle-Smart was today's first day of racing at Rapha Super Cross Gloucester. Dry, dusty course conditions added an element of uncertainty to this fast course overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Decisive features included two sets of stairs, a set of barriers, and characteristic off-camber swooping turns. The usual ocean breezes at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester were absent today, and racers faced an added challenge with summer-like heat.

A massive Elite Women's field brimming with talent and speed took the course this afternoon, led by Helen Wyman (Kona Factory Racing), Gabby Durrin (Team Neon Velo), Kaitie Antonneau (Twenty16 Professional Racing Team), local powerhouse Crystal Anthony (Optum p/b Kelly Benefit Strategies), and Meredith Miller (Noosa Professional Cyclocross Team). On a fast course like Gloucester's, the group stayed together, playing tactical games and trading attacks. Wyman controlled every attempt by her competitors to gain gaps, while the cat-and-mouse helped Ellen Noble (JAM Fund/NCC) and Caroline Mani (Raleigh/Clement) to bridge to the leaders. A broken wrist forced Mani to race in a cast, but she seemed unperturbed by this setback, riding stronger and stronger in the heat of the afternoon. Mani, Miller, then Anthony launched attacks, but a bike tangle involving Miller and Anthony took both out of contention. Wyman and Antonneau went clear in the last lap, creating a gap the remaining chasers, Mani and Durrin, couldn't close. Although Wyman and Antonneau hit the final pavement stretch together, Wyman took the sprint. Antonneau followed for second, Durrin took third, and Mani claimed an amazing fourth despite her injury. Ellen Noble claimed the U23 women's win.

"I'm happy with fourth, especially in my condition," said Mani of her race.

Next, the Elite Men were off, kicking up clouds of dust as they stampeded through the start. Allen Krughoff (Noosa Professional Cyclocross Team) grabbed the lead early on, and soon had a gap on the field. A worthy chase formed behind him, with strong contenders among the charge: Stephen Hyde (JAM Fund/NCC), Tim Johnson (Cannondale/Cyclocrossworld), Ben Berden (Raleigh/Clement), Jeremy Powers (Aspire Racing), Lukas Winterberg (MG-Cycling Team), Jonathan Page (Fuji/Spy), Curtis White (Cannondale/Cyclocrossworld), Dan Timmerman (House Industries/Simplehuman/Richard Sachs), and Jamey Driscoll (Raleigh/Clement). The group remained intact, Krughoff setting a very fast pace while Winterberg and then Hyde followed second, until Powers attacked and quickly gapped the others. Although Krughoff tried to bridge to Powers, he found himself paying for his earlier efforts. Powers' gap only grew, and, as the chase mustered to bring him back, Timmerman went away from them. Powers rolled in for a solid win, Timmerman behind him, and Berden bested teammate Driscoll for third. White won the U23 victory with a great ride. Sadly, Miller needed stitches after her crash and won't be starting tomorrow's race.

"I was hurting at the beginning," said Powers. "I survived the attacks, then made my move. Gloucester is such a great race, especially today with the huge crowd cheering!"

In the earlier Series races today, coach to the Elites Al Donahue (JAM Fund/NCC) took the 35+ men's leaders jersey while heir to the Keough bike racing dynasty Ian Keough (Hot Tubes Junior Development) won the Junior Men's jersey. Curtis and Emma White's younger brother Harrison White (Cyclocrossworld Development Team) proved he'll be one to watch by winning the Cub Junior Boy's crown, while Ryley Mosher (Wheelworks) won the Girl's division. Paul Richard (Riverside Racing) won 45+ Men's, Bib Bisson (Maggie Rosas/Grace Barker/The Willo) won 55+, and Preston Buerher (B2C2 p/b Boloco) took the Category 3 Men's win.

In the first edition of the Series to offer a women's Category 3 race in addition to a beginner's Category 4 race, Becca Fahringer (JAM Fund/NCC) won the overall Cat 3 jersey, and Clara Kelly (NEBC) won 35+, while Turner Ramsay (KMS Cycling) won the Junior Women's division.

Tomorrow's race will be available for live stream from Gnarly Monkey athttp://www.gnarlymonkey.com/. Watch cycle-smart/necxs for news and updates, and be sure to follow @VergeNECXS for live race updates and more!

Full results available from Crossresults:
http://www.crossresults.com/race/4216#cat52866