Dietrich Sixth at Palmer Road Race, April 26

A small Fiordifrutta/Wheelworks squad took on this 80 mile race, as steady rains soaked the course. Curt Davis rode long enough to spring Mike Dietrich into a 10-man breakaway in the first 5 miles of race. This group went on to hold a constant two minute gap on the field over the remainder of the race. Dietrich felt good enough to try a solo move with 20 miles to go, but could not hold on and ended up a strong sixth.

Dietrich Second at Monson Road Race, April 27

The team was determined to put on a stronger showing the next day in Monson, MA. In the 50 mile circuit race, Davis jumped solo to a early lead, but the team could not capitalize on that move since both Don Mills and Chris Peck had problems with flat tires on the potholed roads. In the last 15 miles of the race, another strong attack by Davis was enough to set up Dietrich into a small group. The group was able to stay away to the finish, despite a strong chase by Frank McCormack (Sago Tea Café). Dietrich sprinted to second place, just behind Peter Hult (ProCycles-Giant).

The team’s upcoming race schedule looks like this:

May 3rd – Jiminy Peak Road Race, MA
May 10th- Sterling Road Race, MA
May 11th – Bear Mountain RR, NY
May 16-18th – Tour of Connecticut
May 23rd – Elite National Championship RR, PA