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Thank you, Kristy
Mon, 03/10/2008 - 8:21am
On behalf of the Cherry Pie Criterium and the Cycles Gladiator Wine Most Agg Rider Award, both of which were won by Kristy Gough on February 10, 2008 (along with three primes), I just have to say how devastating it was to hear about yesterday's dark news. I haven't heard many details yet, except that we also lost Matt Peterson of Roaring Mouse, a name I recognize from our local racing family.
I remember watching Kristy at Cherry Pie and thinking what an incredible talent she was, and sharing with the crowd on the mic my awe and wonder about how far she'd progress and how soon. And I remember loading her up with two bottles of wine, a pie, money and three primes after the race, and kidding her about having to take two trips to carry all her schwag.
She was modest and cute and extremely talented ... and I am very very sad this morning.
The family of cyclists at Squadra Ovest also pass on our sympathy to both sets of families, teammates and all their friends.
Most of us raced with Matt at least a few times over the years and he was really a great guy.
We are all deeply saddened by this tragedy.
-Squadra Ovest Racing
Ride Fast. Have fun. - Spike
The entire BPG/ Montano Velo team and family send out our deepest sympathies and condolences to Matt and Kristy's families, friends, team mates, and all those affected by this tragedy. Accidents such as this remind us to appreciate each and every day we have and it also reminds us to treasure the simpler things in life.
wow, i cant believe what happened, total shock. I am very sorry for everyone's loss
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Our nor-cal racing family lost 2 very special people this weekend. My heartfelt condolences go out to Matt & Kristy's families and to everyone at Roaring Mouse & Third Pillar.
Chris
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