Sunday, June 14, 2009

2009 Western States Police and Fire Games - Day 1 Crit

My brother Sean and cousin Mike Easter competed in law enforcement and fireman athletic games this year. Both of them raced in the criterium this afternoon. Both Sean and Mike did very well and they, in addition to today's event, are competing the ultimate cyclist category for 5 days of racing for an overall placing.

Sean's lead group just before the run up...

Sean cornering hard with big effort... Sean was animated and rode strong and tactically brilliant. Just some times you don't win... Awesome riding!

Sean threw his bike to pick up one place. He got blocked on the run up but otherwise had a great sprint. My sister Donna's fist in the air!

Sean with a silver on the podium!

My father medaled in these same events 25 years ago when he participated for the Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club. Back then, they did well. The LAPD guys got shelled in the first half of the race...

Mike riding on the wheel of the guy about to be humbled with his original thoughts! The other rider (Mike Hand) had a laugh at the start line teasing Easter that they would not have to worry about the guy with the big guns on the climb. Oops - this was one of those times that looks were not deceiving.

Mike stomping on the gas! Heading to lap the main group 2x... A different class of cyclist for sure.

Great podium finish with the Gold!

It was a blast to spend the day with the family and friends on the course. The Martin and Easter family definitely came ready to have fun with kids everywhere... Thanks to the wife and friends for their support. More to follow with other upcoming events. Bless these two guys are they move forward this week.

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