Raisin Hope (named for Saul Raisin who created this benefit race and now called Racing for Hope) was a Solo - last minute race decision for Michael Burton, while the 35+ team was focused on Nobo the next day. However, Burton line up with a combined category race of P1/2 s and 35 1/2s . 10 master riders and 30 P1/2 showed up for the old Wheels of Thunder or CSP Crit Course. Danny Sullivan and Carlos Casali presented the strongest competition in the 35+ field.
High winds and a drag race style course predicted pain for the group. After numerous attacks from Horizon, VC, Garmin youth, etc - the break formed with a super strong Horizon element of 4 racers, Sonic Boom, VC, Groove, Garmin, and the of course the three strongest masters racers .
In true Horizon racing style they attacked the break away to setup their guys for the “W”. Carlos , Danny , and Burton attacked each other in addition to counter the efforts from Horizon . It was a race with in race. With 5 laps to go it was a desperate battle, and the sprint lead out lasted forever. If Burton had signed up for the P1/2 race it would have been a 7th place finish, very respectful placing, however in the 35+ field it was a “W” for Mix1!
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