Meet Mountain Bike Racer Lindsey Prososki

photo courtesy of Lindsey Prososki

Meet Lindsey Prososki, Back Roads and Beaches’ sponsored mountain biking phenom. Now a 16 year old junior at North Ridgeville High School, Lindsey has been racing for 11 years, starting in the competitive sport of mountain biking at the ripe age of 5. By the age of 12, she was a full time mountain biker taking over racing circuits across the country. She is currently ranked number 1 in the country by USA Cycling for junior women cross country and has taken many impressive first place finishes in races including the prestigious Kenda Cup Series.

According to Lindsey, her dad was instrumental in her early start as a mountain biker. She grew up watching her father race mountain bikes competitively, but according to Lindsey’s mom “Now he can’t keep up”. With Lindsey’s talent, it’s understandable. In addition to her first place ranking in the country, Lindsey was also previously named the novice women’s state champion in the Ohio Mountain Bike Championship (OMBC) series. This class is designed for women aged 25 and up, and at the time of her win, Lindsey was merely 13 years old. This major feat sums up the drive and talent that Lindsey possesses. She also won the Iceman Cometh Challenge which is believed to be the largest single day mountain bike race in the world which boasts more than 5,000 racers.

Thorn Mountain Bike Trail update 8/19/2010

The Thorn Mountain Bike trail at Findley State Park is in the best shape all summer. New records have been set at the weekly time trials held by the North Coast Mountain Bikers. Come on out and ride!


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Snapshot of 2010 Vermilion Harbor Triathlon

Swim start at the Vermilion Harbor Triathlon. More photos can be found here.

Back Roads and Beaches relay team runner Joanna Johnson finishes strong in the olympic relay.

Despite the threat of rain in today's forecast, it turned out to be a beautiful day in Vermilion for the annual HFP Vermilion Harbor Triathlon. Results from the triathlon will be posted here.

Congratulations to first place olympic relay team, Back Roads and Beaches. Team members include swimmer, Jim Janasko of Amherst; cyclist, Todd Westley of Elyria, and runner Joanna Johnson who is part of the Oberlin College Cross Country team.  Much of the cycling course utilizes the Back Roads and Beaches route. Congratulations to all the athletes that came out to enjoy the great weather, challenging course and formidable competition. To see a full album of today's race and the participants, check out the Back Roads and Beaches Facebook page.

Vermilion Harbor Triathlon this weekend

Swim start at the annual HFP Racing, Vermilion Harbour Triathlon

The Back Roads and Beaches olympic relay team is ready for this weekend’s Vermilion Harbor Triathlon and Duathlon. BRaB consists of Jim Janasko (swim), Todd Westley (bike) and Joanna Johnson (run). Jim Galloway will also be competing in the olympic distance for Back Roads and Beaches.

The Vermilion Harbor Triathlon is part HFP Racing’s Wheelie Fun Triathlon and Duathlon series. It takes place, Sunday, August 15 beginning at 8am. Saturday, August 14 will be "Girls Tri Too." An all-women’s tri consisting of a 250-yard swim, followed by a 7-mile bike and a 2-mile run. Click here to sign up for “Girls Tri Too.”

If you’re planning to stay overnight, check out the Visit Lorain County website for some great lodging options. In addition to hotels, you’ll also find some great places to visit locally as well including great restaurants, outdoor recreation options, museums, galleries and more. The route of the Vermilion Harbor Triathlon encompasses part of the Back Roads and Beaches route so if you have some extra time, make sure to check out the whole route while you’re in town.

Saturday was gorgeous at Findley State Park in Wellington where the annual NCN Racing Sprint Tri was held. Results for the triathlon can be found at the NCN Racing site here. Photos can be found at the Back Roads and Beaches Facebook page.