Attention: Gear Heads and Gutter Bunnies
Calling all gear heads and gutter bunnies, vultures and BSGs. This weekend, the gnarliest mud boggers from around the globe will descend on Louisville to shred the trails, catch some air, negotiate around baby heads and death cookies, and avoid the dreaded bonk. (In other words, the Masters Cyclocross World Championships are coming to the U.S.A. for the first time, at Eva Bandman Park’s world-class cyclocross course.)
Cyclocross — a combination of mountain biking, road biking, and trail running — has skyrocketed in popularity during recent years. Riders tackle several laps on a short course that could be pavement or wooded trails or steep grassy hills. And to keep it interesting, some obstacles are so freakin’ arduous that the rider may have to carry his or her bike. We’re talking muddy slopes and boulders here, dudes.
A Different Type of Tailgating
So all you sportsmen and bike commuters, spectators and Bike Store Guys, come check out the world-class competition this weekend. Eva Bandman Park is just down River Road from the KFC Yum! Center. Racing starts on Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 a.m., giving you plenty of time to get to the UofL basketball game.
But don’t get too inspired. The last thing you want is an involuntary dismount leading to an endo and crash rash. That would suck.
Did you know?
- Cyclocross probably began in Europe in the early 20th century, when riders would cut across fields racing from town to town.
- The Nulu neighborhood recently unveiled a really cool bike rack sculpted from bourbon barrel wood and steel.
- Looking to join a racing team? Louisville has many.
- Baby heads and death cookies are nicknames for small, dangerous rocks along a bike trail.
Four Seasons, One Possibility City
Here in Louisville, we’re fortunate to enjoy the four seasons in their full splendor. And while winter is one of our most beautiful seasons, sadly, it doesn’t last long. That lovely blanket of snow will melt before you can calculate how much rock salt you’ll need to make the sidewalk safe.
The Louisville Snow Globe
But not anymore! This year, you can experience the beauty of new snowfall whenever you like. Even when you’re on the go! Introducing the new miniature Louisville snow globe, fresh off the Possibility City snow globe manufacturing line, featuring all of Louisville’s famous landmarks! (This snow is guaranteed not to melt.)
Shop in Your Jammies
While we’re talking about seasons, another big season is just around that snow-covered corner. And what better way to celebrate than kicking it off from the comfort of your own home? Both snow globes are available at these Web sites: www.GoToLouisville.com, or www.ItsPossibleHere.com, or www.ATasteofKentucky.com. The big one is $29.95. The miniature one is only $9.95, making it a perfect stocking stuffer for your favorite Louisville lover.
Christmas at the Galt House Hotel
Speaking of sparkling holiday finery, check out something on a much larger scale: Christmas at the Galt House Hotel. A display of lighted holiday sculptures, the KaLightoscope Attraction is bigger and better for 2011, and shouldn’t be missed. It runs through January 3, 2012.Read more about it here.
Did You Know?
- Last year, nearly 50% of Cyber Monday (Monday following Thanksgiving) sales were made from computers at offices. (It wasn’t us though. Promise. We were busy. Working.)
- Mayor Greg Fischer declared the city “ready for snow” on November 15, 2011.
- Average yearly snowfall in Possibility City is 18 inches. (Really? Can that be true?)
Dream Another Season, Win Prizes
What would YOU name a season? Not to suggest greed in the face of such seasonal riches, but have you ever wished for a season with only your favorite things? Like Derbyus, when it’s Derby all the time. Or . . . or . . . Hoopivus, when it’s always basketball season! Give us your suggestions in the comments section below and we’ll set the winner up with a prize package including both sizes of the Louisville snow globe, or a Christmas Pack from the Louisville Bats. Keep them for yourselves, or give them as gifts. After all, ’tis the season.
Happy Best Day of the Year!
What’s better than Thanksgiving? (Not being hungover on Thanksgiving doesn’t count.) That’s right! The night beforeThanksgiving.
Join Friends of Lou to celebrate the beginning and best day of the holiday season. No parents, no in-laws, no cousins, no uncles. Just pure Louisville goodness and our grand tradition of hooking up with friends old and new for this special night.
Whether you’re coming back to Louisville for the weekend, or just starting the weekend early, join us for a Lou-Lovers Celebration on Wednesday, November 23, from 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. at Molly Malone’s in the Highlands.
We’ll be hanging out by the Snapshot Photo Booth at the front door. Stop by, say hello, and get some sweet Louisville swag:
- “Chillin’ Like a Lou-ville’n” koozies
- “I Heart Louisville” and “That’s Not the Bourbon Talking” T-shirts
- Gift certificates to local places including Louisville Originals, WHY Louisville Store, Molly Malone’s, and more!
One lucky Friend of Lou will also win Louisville’s Signature Bourbon Package from Bourbon Country. (Don’t tell anyone, but the main ingredient of the package is bourbon.)
So grab your friends or call your friends or come make new friends. Come on down to Molly Malone’s to win prizes and kick off the holiday season the way we do it here in Possibility City!
Molly Malone’s in the Highlands
933 Baxter Avenue
Louisville, KY 40204-2046
(502) 473-1222
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