BUMP

Big Change for Bump N' Grind

1/14/2010

Due to the extra costs associated with hosting the Bump & Grind as a UCI-sanctioned event, coupled with the loss of series organizer sponsorship, the Birmingham Urban Mountain Pedalers (B.U.M.P.) made the difficult choice to present the race as a non-UCI categorized event for 2010. The Bump & Grind attracts many racers from the Southeast who view it as a premier event on their racing calendars. BUMP will take this opportunity to focus our limited resources on serving this core group of racers, to improve their prize awards and overall event experience . We look forward to another great race this June 5th & 6th and have not ruled out again making the Bump & Grind a source of UCI points in the future.

Derrick Seys

Fri January 15, 2010, 08:33:59

Difficult decision indeed, but anyone that has ever attended, knows BUMP's interest is in a quality event for everyone to enjoy and is greatly dependent upon the volunteers and sponsors. Keep it up!

Lon Cullen

Fri January 15, 2010, 08:20:44

I know this was not an easy decision to make. Thanks to all who are working hard in BUMP for the race.

Robert Eslick

Fri January 15, 2010, 02:11:10

I think it's great you are gearing your race to the bulk of the people who race at Oak Mountain. I wish more races would follow suit. Personally, I don't care about seeing the pros race. What do you really get to see as they pass by?

Thu January 14, 2010, 20:40:15

i have to say that i am very disappointed in this!!! i have raced and will contiue to race this race but last year was by far most fun i have had there ever. having the top level pros there was something that the southeast doesnt get to experiance EVER...and the Bump N Grind was the only venue to have the clout to handle the demands of a pro race...and now, that is gone. very disappointed:(

corb said:

Thu January 14, 2010, 16:26:04

Scott - Glad to hear the enthusiasm. We'll have some details on other changes soon.

Scott Schaefer

Thu January 14, 2010, 15:44:37

I've been coming from Texas to your race for four years now. The added hoopla last year was fun but not a dealbreaker at all for me coming back, and bringing more Texans with me. Good to see your priorities are in place.

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