Farmhouse Classic

2012 Date

2012-02-01T15:01:00.000-08:00

The date of the FHC4 will be Saturday July 21st. Start time will be at 8:00am. Route will be somewhere in the double digits. Maybe 85, maybe 99, you'll just have to wait and see.
I will post details on the registration process very soon!

Thanks for everyone who has attended in the past, and I look forward to another fantastically hard year!

FHC recap

2011-07-21T10:33:00.000-07:00

I want to thank everyone again for coming out for the Farmhouse Classic on Saturday. I hope you all had as much fun as I did!
We had 55 people start, 32 finishers of the entire 93 miles! It was a tough course, and a very hot day, so congrats to all of you!
Let me know if you have any questions, comments, or feedback regarding anything FHC.
Results:

Gerald Hart - Bucyrus KS - Open 5:59
Doug Long - Chillicothe MO - Open 6:01
Mark Cole - Spring Hill KS - Open 6:09
Curt Schelman - Smithville MO - Open 6:09
John Mathias - Olathe KS - Open 6:34
Ty Trammell - Open 6:42
Eric Finks - Clinton MO - Open 6:42
Amber Markey - Lawrence KS - Ladies 6:50
Sam Weinberg - Lawrence KS - SS 6:50
Tim Mohn - Emporia KS - Open 6:54
Kevin Collings - Bel Aire KS - Open 7:03
Jeremy Fry - Waterloo IA - Open 7:03
LeLan Dains - Emporia KS- Open 7:11
John Williams - KCMO - Open 7:13
Brian Lasswell - Lees Summit MO - Open 7:13
Darin Paoli - Prairie Village KS 7:13
Craig Steeds - KCMO - Open 7:13
Mark Krause - Blue Springs MO - Open 7:13
Ron Saul - Cedar Falls IA - Open 7:38
Bryce Hylton - Jeff City MO - SS 7:47
Matt Stacey - Jeff City MO - Open 7:48
Kristi Mohn - Emporia KS - Ladies 7:53
Scott OMara - Emporia KS - Open 7:57
Eric Benjamin - Emporia KS - Open 8:05
Ben Bolin - KCMO - Open 8:20
Scott Rogers - KCMO - Open 8:20
IV Whitman - Parkville MO - Open 8:20
John Welsh - KCMO - SS 8:35
Cody Mathias - OP KS - Open 8:35
Barbie Miller - Columbia MO - Ladies 8:35
Craig Irving - Mount Vernon IA - SS 8:35
Don Daly - Lees Summit MO - SS 8:35

Until next time...

Final info and map

2011-07-15T09:17:00.001-07:00

Breatkfast: 8:00 (biscuits, breads, muffins) Someone should probably bring donuts to round out the mix!
Start: 9:00 Neutral Roll-out for about a mile then it's on! You will receive your first 2 maps, and first section of cue sheets at start. I will be at Casey's (mile 31.5) to hand out next 2 maps and remaining cue sheets.
Food: 3:00pm (don't worry, there will be plenty, if you come rolling in later).
5872 SE 248th St. Lathrop, MO 64465 Take 1-35 to exit 40 (Lathrop). Head west on 116 toward Lathrop 1.7 miles to Mule Barn Rd. Turn Left on Mule Barn Rd for 1 mile to 248th, Turn right and house is on the right.
Park to the back left of the property by the barn.
Here is the map for the ride. It has the services marked as well as the turnoff (272nd and Mule Barn Rd) at mile 51.6 for the shorter route.
Let me know if you have any questions.
See you in the morning.

Only a few more days!

2011-07-10T19:09:00.000-07:00

I drove the entire course today, and it is going to be sweet! Even behind the wheel of a car w/ the AC on it was a cooker. In order to make sure everyone stays safe this year, I will have 2 services along the way. Mile 31.6, and mile 71. The course is 93 miles this year. Also, there will be an option to ride a shorter distance (55 miles), that follows the first 51.6 miles of the course then turns off toward the start/finish. I will have this marked on the cue sheets, but keep in mind, that when you see Mule Barn RD (on 272nd street) and you're cooked, feel free to turn left and head to the food!

Once again the start is at 9:00am at 5872 SE 248th St. Lathrop, MO 64465

This is my sister and brother in law's house so please be respectful. Each year they allow me to take over their property, invite a bunch of cyclists, most of whom I don't know, to camp out, ride bikes, and have a BBQ. I want to have all of you back next year, so keep it cool. A couple side notes. You are more than welcome to come camp out friday night. I will be up there at 6:00pm, and if you want to join, try to be there by 8:00 so we're not rolling in after dark. The low should be 70 that night. With that in mind, it is going to be HOT saturday. We're used to it by now, but please be prepared. Plan to carry 3 bottles between aid stations.

The first service is a Casey's store in Polo MO. You have to ride past it on the route. The second service is a Finish Line station in Plattsburg MO. I will make a note of it on the cue sheet. It is 4 blocks past one of your turns.

One more note. The facilities we've used the last couple years were not fired back up after the winter. Therefore the bathrooms will not be used. If you are driving in that morning, try to stop before you arrive. But, we're also out in the middle of no where, so if you gotta go...

I'll post the map up later in the week if you want to print it or plug it into your garmin.

The course is not marked, many street signs are non-existent, but it is very carefully mapped and cued. Please have an accurate computer on your bike to follow the turns.

Let me know if you have any questions.

I'll send out a final mass email in a couple days highlighting much of the above.

-joe

Gonna keep it open!

2011-06-24T05:54:00.001-07:00

13 spots left!

2011-06-16T09:35:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone is enjoying this slightly cooler day out there! I just wanted to give you all a heads up that we are now at 57 riders on the rosters (and growing every day).
I'm really excited for this years route. Should offer some beautiful and challenging riding through Clinton and Caldwell counties.
Once again the ride is at 9:00am on Saturday July 16th. BBQ will be provided post race, and I'll be grateful to anyone who wants to bring a side, dessert, or drinks.
If you find yourself on the roster and are unable to attend, please let me know so I can plan accordingly.
Address: 5872 SE 248th St. Lathrop, MO 64465

Registration

2011-06-13T11:29:00.000-07:00

Attention:
We've already reached 40 riders (which is how many we've had each of the last 2 years). I plan on closing the field at 70, I just can't handle and cook for many more. Now is the time to register. Let you're buddies know and get them signed up, I'm sure we'll reach 70 within the next week or so.
Send name, city/state, category to cyclecitykc@gmail.com.
-joe

Saturday July 16th

2011-05-28T20:14:00.000-07:00

Farmhouse Classic III will be on Saturday July 16th @ 9:00 am.
Drop me a line - cyclecitykc@gmail.com - if you want in.
Name, City/State, open or single speed
Many more details to follow. See you all at DK next weekend!
-joe

route

2010-07-22T22:31:00.000-07:00

route

info

2010-07-15T05:42:00.000-07:00

Thanks for everyone that has registered so far. I just wanted to let you all know that our server for our website hasn't been working lately, so if you sent in your registration to joe@cyclecitykc.com I may have not received the email. If you want in, and your not on the list already please send your email to cyclecitykc@yahoo.com. Let me know if you have any questions.

I am getting a Garmin Edge 705 for my birthday in a few days, so as soon as I figure it all out I'll get some more info on the course.

Happy riding!

2010 Registration

2010-06-10T06:55:00.000-07:00

The event will take place on Saturday July 24th (hopefully we have the weather that we did last year). It will be approximately 85-90 miles...route to be finalized.

Address: 5872 SE 248th St. Lathrop, MO 64465

Breakfast will be served between 7:30 and 8:00 (eggs, biscuits, jams, juice).

Race will start at 9:00am (the same time we fire up the smoker).

Pulled pork will be served at about 3:00 (you don't want to miss this!).

There will be camping available on site for friday evening.

If you are interested in racing/riding this years event please send me an email to joe@cyclecitykc.com or cyclecitykc@yahoo.com. Name, Hometown, Class (open or single). I'll keep the roster updated on the side post and more details will follow.

2010 Date announced!

2010-04-18T07:38:00.000-07:00

Farmhouse Classic II will take place Saturday July 24th 2010.

Mark your calendars and get pumped for the new route.

The course will be roughly 140k (85ish miles, one route w/ one supported check point).

I can guarantee a fun, yet challenging route through the rural and gravel roads of NW Missouri.

We will start and end at the Fox Farmhouse (same locale as last year).

I can't promise the weather will be as perfect, but I can promise the same first rate amenities, and the best pulled pork you've ever had.

Spread the dirt, and keep checking back here for updates.

See you at TI, DK, and the like.

Last Years Podium!
Yes there will be 2 Fox boys there this year!

course recon pics

2009-07-13T20:41:00.000-07:00

Ride Details

2009-07-13T13:33:00.000-07:00

The gravel is in perfect shape for this Saturday. Here's some details for the ride, and I've got some course recon pics to post up tonight.
Address: 5872 SE 248th St. Lathrop, MO 64465.

The ride is Free! Bring yourself, your bike, and if you have any dietary restrictions or like a certain ale then feel free to bring that along as well. Other than that, just show up to ride and have fun.
I'll be going up Friday evening to hang out, eat, drink, and camp. If anyone would like to join me you are more than welcome. There is plenty of room to camp, or if you like, we can post camp in our "banquet hall". Bring a bag, pillow, and possibly a mat if you want to stay.
Plan of events for Saturday:
7:30 Breakfast. Biscuits, honey, jelly, scrambled eggs, milk, juice.
9:00 start. I expect the 62 miler to take anywhere from 4.5-6 hours, and the 100 miler to take anywhere from 6.5-8.5 hours.
9:00 start up the smoker. We've got pulled pork, spare ribs and possibly some chicken wings on the menu.
There will be a fully supported aid station (water, vitamin water, food, gu, powerbars, etc) at mile 31 that both 62 and 100 milers will share.

From there, the metric century will turn and follow the same scenic route back to Lathrop, to make sure the food is being cooked properly. The rest of the group will continue to roll on through northwestern Missouri and enjoy the scenic yet challenging gravel roads. There will be one other chance, around mile 70 or so, to re-fuel at a Casey's. So bring a couple bucks for some goodies. By the time the 100 milers finish, there will be a buffet of meats, sides and beer.

Good times are guaranteed to be had by all. If there are any questions give me a call at the shop at 816-587-8181, or on my cell at 816-820-0366, or joe@cyclecitykc.com.

Quick directions from I-35. Exit 40 (lathrop), head west 1.8 miles to Mule Barn Rd. Turn Left (South) on Mule Barn Rd, and continue 1 mile to 248th St. Right on 248th, and house in immediately on your right. Old white farm house.

Metric Century Option

2009-06-15T12:52:00.000-07:00

At the request of our local geriatrics, I will be adding a metric Century (62 miles). It will use much of the same course, and share the 31 mile aid station. Let me know if you want to sign up!

Rider Roster

2009-06-12T06:23:00.000-07:00

If you would like to attend this lovely event, and in order to keep the rider roster updated, please send me the following information. Name, Hometown. Simple as that. Send it to joe@cyclecitykc.com.

Thanks.

Farmhouse Classic Gravel Century

2009-06-09T19:46:00.000-07:00

What: Farmhouse Classic Gravel Century

When: Saturday July 18th

Where: Our farmhouse in Lathrop, MO

Who: Any and all are welcome

Why: Because there is way too much pavement in the world

More details to come...