Today was the 37th running of the Skyscraper Harlem Cycling Classic - New York City's oldest bicycle race. The criterium finished off a day of racing around Marcus Garvey Park, starting with children's races at noon. I got to the park too late to catch Biz Markie's performance and left too early to witness the 20 rider pile-up.
In between the race was intense. The pile-up doesn't surprise me. There was a lot of jostling in the pack and, with only inches between riders, little room for error.
Two riders from Germany pulled away from the pack very early on and dominated the entire race. When I left they were 32 seconds ahead of the field.
Great action shots. No. 3 is incredible.
Posted by: Cheryl | 21 June 2010 at 09:07 PM
Thanks! The cyclists were moving so fast it was a challenge to get a good picture.
Posted by: Joe | 22 June 2010 at 02:02 PM
glad you enjoyed it! I'm one of the promoters of the race- Hope you come back next year to catch more of it!
Posted by: CJ | 23 June 2010 at 07:32 AM
Hey that one guy has a Major Taylor Shirt. I was just reading about him. Look him up.
Posted by: judy | 23 June 2010 at 08:20 AM