Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Huh?!
Some have asked what is this Barnyard Classic thing. Here's the skinny on this sacred and somewhat mysterious gathering down on the farm.
One day Johnny was pondering what the VBC could do with his wonderful homestead. He had old dirt bike trails on the wooded hill behind the house that he had used for training back when he made it into the FTF hall of fame. He was a stud once upon a time. "That's it!" He proclaimed to his dog Ike. "We can have race right here on the farm!" The BYC was born! This 'race' really is just a gathering of old mountain bikers, new mountain bikers, people that aren't sure what mountain biking is, significant others talked into an event that is really easy, old friends, new friends, and just generally cool kats looking for a good time. Throw a roadie or two in and you've got yerself a genuine VBC event. I look forward to the BYC every year. It's a great time to to get on a bike, have few refreshments, partake in a great potluck dinner, sit around a bonfire, and camp out on the farm. Devo's pictures and thoughts may help flesh out the details.
One day Johnny was pondering what the VBC could do with his wonderful homestead. He had old dirt bike trails on the wooded hill behind the house that he had used for training back when he made it into the FTF hall of fame. He was a stud once upon a time. "That's it!" He proclaimed to his dog Ike. "We can have race right here on the farm!" The BYC was born! This 'race' really is just a gathering of old mountain bikers, new mountain bikers, people that aren't sure what mountain biking is, significant others talked into an event that is really easy, old friends, new friends, and just generally cool kats looking for a good time. Throw a roadie or two in and you've got yerself a genuine VBC event. I look forward to the BYC every year. It's a great time to to get on a bike, have few refreshments, partake in a great potluck dinner, sit around a bonfire, and camp out on the farm. Devo's pictures and thoughts may help flesh out the details.
http://www.dirtragmag.com/webrag/race-recap-barnyard-classic
And if this wall of text didn't pull you in we're going to have a pretty kick ass shirt that should do the trick!
And if this wall of text didn't pull you in we're going to have a pretty kick ass shirt that should do the trick!
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
The day of the rooster cometh!
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the finale of the mountain bike season!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Monday, October 17, 2011
Aftermath.
BYC 2011 is in the bag. Once again we had kick ass weather and good company. I hope fun was had by all and judging by the amount of beer that was left (not much) much fun was had. The pictures say it all with smiles, cheers, faces of pain from those little hills, beer being consumed, and tons of bikes. The potluck wasn’t too shabby either. If you didn’t spend the night you truly missed out on an awesome breakfast from Coleman with two different kinds of quiche and a killer french toast casserole. The bloody’s were good too. Now for a roll call of thank you’s.
John and Kattia : Thank you for letting us take over the farm for a weekend to blow off some steam. It truly wouldn’t be the BYC without you. The fireworks were damn sweet too. And thanks to John for being an awesome co-director.
Dusty Rhodes: for the awesome shirt design. We may need more next year once everyone sees this one.
Coleman: for all the tasks you helped out with and the cure to my hangover Sunday morning.
Shelby: for picking up the slack and securing the kids prizes.
Wade: for the Vintage keg run!
Devon: for the superior photography skills you brought with you.
Nick and Danielle: The PA system to keep the vibe going long into the night.
Greg: for the tower of fire that kept everyone one warm and gave Jeff a reason to jump the fire too many times.
Taco Terry: you need a downhill rig if you are going to keep riding that hard! I never did figure out what the firewood did to you……
Race day volunteers – Ana, Jess, Danielle, Walker, Allison, and John’s mom and stepdad: I hope it was a little more organized than it has been in the past. You guys made it easy for me.
VBC Prep Crew: We spent a lot of hours clearing the downed trees, mowing, leaf blowing, firewood gathering, rebuilding trail, and course marking and set-up. Maybe we can get away with a few less hours next year.
Thanks again for coming out and partying with us. I will update later with a food pantry tally. It was more than last year for sure.
A few items were left behind and all we need is a description for you to get the item back.
Pictures courtesy of Devon can be found here.
The course profile can be found here.
I will post a few more in the next few days.
Hunter S Thompson says “See you again in 2012. Be ready for anything!!!”
John and Kattia : Thank you for letting us take over the farm for a weekend to blow off some steam. It truly wouldn’t be the BYC without you. The fireworks were damn sweet too. And thanks to John for being an awesome co-director.
Dusty Rhodes: for the awesome shirt design. We may need more next year once everyone sees this one.
Coleman: for all the tasks you helped out with and the cure to my hangover Sunday morning.
Shelby: for picking up the slack and securing the kids prizes.
Wade: for the Vintage keg run!
Devon: for the superior photography skills you brought with you.
Nick and Danielle: The PA system to keep the vibe going long into the night.
Greg: for the tower of fire that kept everyone one warm and gave Jeff a reason to jump the fire too many times.
Taco Terry: you need a downhill rig if you are going to keep riding that hard! I never did figure out what the firewood did to you……
Race day volunteers – Ana, Jess, Danielle, Walker, Allison, and John’s mom and stepdad: I hope it was a little more organized than it has been in the past. You guys made it easy for me.
VBC Prep Crew: We spent a lot of hours clearing the downed trees, mowing, leaf blowing, firewood gathering, rebuilding trail, and course marking and set-up. Maybe we can get away with a few less hours next year.
Thanks again for coming out and partying with us. I will update later with a food pantry tally. It was more than last year for sure.
A few items were left behind and all we need is a description for you to get the item back.
Pictures courtesy of Devon can be found here.
The course profile can be found here.
I will post a few more in the next few days.
Hunter S Thompson says “See you again in 2012. Be ready for anything!!!”
Results
Men
1st Beast Mode aka Hans and Josh - 46.5 laps
2nd Collin and Teen Wolf aka Rich - 42 laps
3rd Alex and Justin - 40 laps
Open
1st Jeff and Kristi - 36.5 laps
2nd Ana and Shana (the only female duo) - 35.5 laps
3rd Nate and Katie - 26.5 laps
1st Beast Mode aka Hans and Josh - 46.5 laps
2nd Collin and Teen Wolf aka Rich - 42 laps
3rd Alex and Justin - 40 laps
Open
1st Jeff and Kristi - 36.5 laps
2nd Ana and Shana (the only female duo) - 35.5 laps
3rd Nate and Katie - 26.5 laps
Friday, October 14, 2011
CONTACT INFO AND ADDRESS
I don't have good cell reception so if you get lost or are running late please call John @ 608-225-7168
If you missed the address (I didn't have east Perry Center but Google still worked):
9658 E Perry Center Rd, Mt Horeb, WI 53572
If you missed the address (I didn't have east Perry Center but Google still worked):
9658 E Perry Center Rd, Mt Horeb, WI 53572
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