Cyclists compete in the Meijer Grand Cycling Classic in downtown Grand Rapids (August 8, 2009)
Rain doesn't stop nation's top cyclists
3rd year of event
Updated: Saturday, 08 Aug 2009, 3:52 PM EDT
Published : Friday, 07 Aug 2009, 4:59 PM EDT
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Despite wet streets and overcast skies, the nation's top cyclists took part in the third Meijer Grand Cycling Classic races through the streets of downtown Grand Rapids.
Saturday morning rain made the early parts of the race wet, but as the afternoon continued, the riders warmed up as the humidity set in.
Some of the top cyclists in the country are in town for the event, and organizers hope it will someday be looked upon with the prestige of the Fifth Third River Bank Run.
Races took place in a loop around Van Andel Arena, and continue throughout the day.
24 Hour News 8 will have updates later in the day.
Opinions that are derogatory, attack other users, offer unsubstantiated facts or are offensive in nature can and will be removed as defined by the Terms of Service. WOOD is not responsible for the content posted in this comment section. We reserve the right to remove any offensive or off-topic remark or thread. To mark a comment for review by a moderator, click "Report."
Email This
PrintThis
View Story on a Single PageAdvertisement
Advertisement