Sunday, September 22, 2002 -- Big Bear Lake - Bruceton Mills, WV
Big Bear Lake MTB - WVMBA Pts. #15 (Championship) (iPO Event Id#: 4802)
Story and photos by Don Parks
[Details]
[Coverage]
[Overall Results]
Pictures:
[Set 1]
[Set 2]
[Set 3]
[Set 4]
[Set 5]
[Set 6]
[Set 7]
[Set 8]
[Set 9]
[Set 10]
[Set 11]
[Set 12]
[Set 13]
Past Race Coverage:
[1998]
[1999]
[2000]
[2001]
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There was a bit of a surprise as Gunnar Shogren game out for
a rare mountain biking performance. He proceeded to take control right
from the start and never looked backed as he went on to win the race
overall.
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Shogren's winning time 1:36:19 was a well over three minutes faster
than Evans' second place time of 1:39:56. When asked about the
competition from the 40-year-old Shogren, "I can't keep up with that
old man," came Evans' respectful reply.
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Regardless of where everyone finished, it was time to celebrate the end of the 2002 WVMBA series. The party after the race was huge with a fine chicken dinner and beverages on tap. And for those that made the most of the season, a little cash and prizes was an especially sweet dessert.