Cyclo-cross nationals begin December 9
Liberty Mutual Brings Cyclo-cross Nationals to New England
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Oct. 5, 2005)- Liberty Mutual Group, a leading global insurance provider with headquarters in New England, will be the title sponsor of the 2005 U.S. National Cyclo-cross Championships. Known as the "steeplechase of cycling," the event will be held in Roger Williams Park in Providence Dec. 9-11.
"We're thrilled to be a part of this sport," said Steve Sullivan, senior vice president, communications. "We've had such success with our Spanish Liberty Seguros team; we wanted to look at cycling in America, too. With the cyclo-cross nationals in our backyard, it seemed a perfect fit." Promoters expect to host nearly 1,400 competitors to this three-day event at Roger Williams Park. National champion jerseys will be awarded in 25 categories. Each day's final race will be a featured event, with collegiate men racing Friday, pro-elite men on Saturday, and pro-elite women on Sunday. Sunday will also feature the Liberty Cup, a non-championship invitational event for men.
Cyclo-cross is a hybrid of road and off-road cycling. Cyclists compete on a tightly woven course for a timed period, ranging from 30 to 60 minutes. Designed with hurdles and steep slopes, courses force racers to dismount their bikes and run for short sections on the course. These compact courses create fan friendly race venues, with spectators able to watch nearly all of the racing action. Racers compete regardless of weather conditions. "This race brings out a unique cross section of cyclists. The best roadies and mountain bikers mix it up," said Lyle Fulkerson, operations director. "But it also draws large crowds of tourists and commuters who simply love to watch."
About Liberty Mutual:
Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a leading global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. whose largest line of business is personal auto based on 2004 direct written premium. As of December 31, 2004. LMG had $72.4 billion in consolidated assets and $19.6 billion in annual consolidated revenue. The Company ranks 111th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the United States based on 2004 revenue.
Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, assumed reinsurance, fire and surety. Liberty Mutual Group (www.libertymutual.com) employs more than 38,000 people in nearly 900 offices throughout the world.
About Roger Williams Park:
Known as the 'Jewel of Providence', the award-winning Roger Williams Park attracts more than 2 million visitors per year. Cited by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America's premier urban parks, Roger Williams Park was designed by Horace Cleveland. Roger Williams Park is located just south of downtown Providence, the capital of Rhode Island.
About USA Cycling:
USA Cycling is the official cycling organization recognized by the USOC and is responsible for identifying, training and selecting cyclists to represent the United States in international competitions. USA Cycling, doing business as the USCF, NORBA and USPRO, controls nearly two dozen major events each year and issues permits for up to 3,000 more.
About the New England Cyclo-cross Association:
The New England Cyclo-cross Association is the committee formed specifically to promote the 2005 and 2006 Liberty Mutual U.S. National Cyclo-cross Championships. Headquartered in Arlington, Mass., the core members of this committee have experience promoting four national championships and dozens of national caliber events.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Oct. 5, 2005)- Liberty Mutual Group, a leading global insurance provider with headquarters in New England, will be the title sponsor of the 2005 U.S. National Cyclo-cross Championships. Known as the "steeplechase of cycling," the event will be held in Roger Williams Park in Providence Dec. 9-11.
"We're thrilled to be a part of this sport," said Steve Sullivan, senior vice president, communications. "We've had such success with our Spanish Liberty Seguros team; we wanted to look at cycling in America, too. With the cyclo-cross nationals in our backyard, it seemed a perfect fit." Promoters expect to host nearly 1,400 competitors to this three-day event at Roger Williams Park. National champion jerseys will be awarded in 25 categories. Each day's final race will be a featured event, with collegiate men racing Friday, pro-elite men on Saturday, and pro-elite women on Sunday. Sunday will also feature the Liberty Cup, a non-championship invitational event for men.
Cyclo-cross is a hybrid of road and off-road cycling. Cyclists compete on a tightly woven course for a timed period, ranging from 30 to 60 minutes. Designed with hurdles and steep slopes, courses force racers to dismount their bikes and run for short sections on the course. These compact courses create fan friendly race venues, with spectators able to watch nearly all of the racing action. Racers compete regardless of weather conditions. "This race brings out a unique cross section of cyclists. The best roadies and mountain bikers mix it up," said Lyle Fulkerson, operations director. "But it also draws large crowds of tourists and commuters who simply love to watch."
About Liberty Mutual:
Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a leading global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. whose largest line of business is personal auto based on 2004 direct written premium. As of December 31, 2004. LMG had $72.4 billion in consolidated assets and $19.6 billion in annual consolidated revenue. The Company ranks 111th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the United States based on 2004 revenue.
Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, assumed reinsurance, fire and surety. Liberty Mutual Group (www.libertymutual.com) employs more than 38,000 people in nearly 900 offices throughout the world.
About Roger Williams Park:
Known as the 'Jewel of Providence', the award-winning Roger Williams Park attracts more than 2 million visitors per year. Cited by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America's premier urban parks, Roger Williams Park was designed by Horace Cleveland. Roger Williams Park is located just south of downtown Providence, the capital of Rhode Island.
About USA Cycling:
USA Cycling is the official cycling organization recognized by the USOC and is responsible for identifying, training and selecting cyclists to represent the United States in international competitions. USA Cycling, doing business as the USCF, NORBA and USPRO, controls nearly two dozen major events each year and issues permits for up to 3,000 more.
About the New England Cyclo-cross Association:
The New England Cyclo-cross Association is the committee formed specifically to promote the 2005 and 2006 Liberty Mutual U.S. National Cyclo-cross Championships. Headquartered in Arlington, Mass., the core members of this committee have experience promoting four national championships and dozens of national caliber events.
posted by Ryan Amirault at Wednesday, October 05, 2005
