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Turbo Monkey
Nov 20, 2006
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I have never heard of this race. It is one TV right now on HDNET.

Looks like a college race. Kind of surprised to see it on TV.
 

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Turbo Monkey
Nov 20, 2006
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The cutters won today for a third year in a row. The team holds the record of ten Little 500 wins.

Everyone was on fixed gear bikes, no brakes, and flat pedals.
 
They do NOT ride fixed gear bikes.

They are single speed, coaster brake, with platform pedals.

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From the Velonews article.....
"Riders are obligated to use what the rules define as a “stock” bike, which is about as low-tech as one can get these days. First, it weighs a lot compared to today's carbon wonder-bikes... about 22 pounds. Second, teams can only change a few insignificant parts, such as the seat and handlebars. The gearing must be 46x18, with a coaster-brake style freewheel hub and platform pedals."
 
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