This weekend's events

Yes, of course, the grand finale of Fall Fling and of the road season. Time trial on Saturday, crit on Sunday. The omnium is still pretty open in most categories, so we should see some aggressive racing on Sunday. The TT might not matter that much, if a bunch of specialists enter the race but are not contesting the omnium.

Cyclocross junkies will get their fix on Saturday in Wisconsin, and on Sunday in DeKalb (part of the Chicago Cross Cup) and Delafield, WI.

For the recreationally-minded, there is a wonderful urban tour of the south side on Saturday, leaving from Hyde Park. I am ashamed to admit that in my several years in the neighborhood I've never done it, and this year won't be the first (but at least this time I have a good reason). University of Chicago faculty will lead the ride, but as far as I know participation is open to everyone. E-mail dhays@uchicago.edu to register. Riders will convene on the corner of 57th and University Ave. at 10 AM. FYI, the weather forecast is sun/clouds and temps in the 60s. More info about this event here.