Some of the amazing men and women who Race Across America
I've loved the Race Across America ever since I first stumbled upon some network TV coverage during one of the bike races in the 1980s.
The excellent coverage offered this year on the RAAM website reminds me why I like it so much; the cross-country solo cyclists basically put it all on the line in a single-minded attempt to ride more than 3,000 miles in less than 10 days.
Twenty-five male and five female solo cyclists set out from Oceanside, California, at noon Sunday for the race to Atlantic City. Here's a brief look at some of personalities and what they've been through. ...






