With over 1,000 entries this year, the "Nobeyama Cyclocross" has powered up even more. I thoroughly enjoyed the second day as well!At this scale, there are inevitably many people racing cyclocross for the first time. Surely, there are not a few who get hooked on cross because of Nobeyama.
The number of spectators is overwhelmingly higher than at local race venues, and it naturally makes racers push harder on the pedals to meet the crowd's expectations. Since it is a circuit race contained entirely within the venue grounds, one of the great charms of cyclocross is that spectators and racers can enjoy the event as one. During the race, cheering is truly encouraging. Really... lolWhen it comes to racing, everyone demands "speed" from themselves, but no matter what, there is always someone faster.
Whether it’s aiming for the next category up, finally wanting to beat that one rival today, or simply aiming to finish the race—by giving it your own personal best, you can surely be the star of the day.
Falling spectacularly, getting covered in mud in the rain—enjoying it all is what matters most. And those who can find a smile are the true winners.
This time, our group was quite large, consisting of about 40 people including our customers.
It brings me both joy and fun to have an event that makes us want to go in such large numbers,
and it is the absolute best feeling to go beyond the boundaries of customers and staff to support one another as peers and share in the sense of accomplishment.Nobeyama Cyclocross always makes you say, "See you next year."
To all the staff and organizers, thank you!
Memories of Nobeyama 2014.
