A heroic bike ride celebrating cycling’s yesteryears, in NW Montana
September 10 – 11, 2011
This ride is a celebration of the cycling days of old when road racing in Europe meant racing on unpaved dirt roads over mountain passes, in sometimes horrific conditions. The racers rode steel framed bikes that were built as much for toughness as for speed. They drank wine and smoked Gitanes to quell their suffering. “Nutrition” was real food, like cheese, salami, and a baguette. “Support” meant your ability to deal with adversity and the tire you slung over your shoulders. And at the end of the day, it was all about style: Linen suit, pasta with Truffles, the proper wine.
Each year the number of participants at Cino Heroica has doubled: 7, 15, 34, 65. We’re anticipating over 100 riders this year. Last year’s article in the Flathead Beacon gives you a taste of what it’s about: http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/viva_cino_heroica/19682/
