Chicago Cyclocross Cup Race #5
Lan Oak Park – Lansing, Illinois
Sunday, November 18, 2007

McLaughlin, Haskell, ride away with the Chicago Cyclocross Cup Race #5

By Imelda March

Gray skies and a slight wind were the order of the day at Lan Oak Park Cross in
Lansing, Illinois. The temperatures were mild early in the day (40F) then
eventually falling to low 30s Fahrenheit by late afternoon.

The race course was flat, fast with multiple winding turns coupled with a three
series barrier section. In addition to a sand pit that was affectionately given
the name of “Pit of Despair” because various competitors who tried to ride
it eventually fell over in their attempt to cross it.

In the elite women’s race, series leader Devon Haskell (Team Get A Grip
Cycles) put the hammer down and led from start to finish. Haskell was followed
by Debbie Dust (Team Kenda Tire) and June Upshaw (Verdigris Custom Homes)
rounding out the podium.

The elite men’s race, Scott McLaughlin (SRAM Factory) pedaled through the
“Pit of Despair” leaving the competition behind. McLaughlin was followed by
Alistair Sponsel (Colavita) and Ben Pepper (XXX Racing AthletiCo).

The Chicago Cyclocross Cup Race continues with Race #6, and the conclusion of
the series on Sunday, December 9, 2007 at Montrose Park in the City of Chicago.
On this day crossers will battle it out for the Illinois State Cyclocross
Championship title.

For more information, contact:
Imelda March
Director of Communications and PR
Chicago Cyclocross Cup
www.chicrosscup.com