PHOTOS: Riders speed through the city during Route 1 Rampage
Cyclists turn a corner during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
BY KRISSI HUMBARD — The second Route 1 Rampage racers took off from the starting line just north of Gallatin Street on Route 1 at 8 a.m. on April 1. Races ran all day, and each lasted 25 to 60 minutes. Competitors in the race ranged from amateur to collegiate and pro with prizes from Vigilante coffee to $250. The event was organized by the University of Maryland Cycling Team, with support from The City of Hyattsville and many sponsors.
Road blocks were set up along the route to keep cars clear of the bikers and many volunteers helped cars and pedestrians navigate around the course. Spectators lined the streets to cheer on the cyclists as they rode by.
One competitor from the mens 4/5 category said competition was tough. “It feels like everyone is riding at the pro level.”
The city wants to hear your thoughts about the race. Did you love it? Hate it? Do you think the city should continue to host the race? Take the short survey to let city staff know.
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- Cyclists participate in the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Spectators line the street to watch cyclists in the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Cyclists turn a corner during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Vendors sold food and goods in the Race Village during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Pyramid Atlantic held a bicycle printing workshop during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Pyramid Atlantic held a bicycle printing workshop during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Franklins offered three of their beers to thirsty riders and spectators in the Race Village during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- A vendor had colorful bicycle baskets for sale in the Race Village during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- The city held a voter registration drive in the Race Village during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Racers and spectators crowd the start line during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Cyclists turn a corner during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Cyclists participate in the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Cyclists participate in the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Cyclists participate in the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- Cyclists and spectators wait near the podium in front of Vigilante Coffee Co. to hear the winners of the first awards ceremony during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- The winners of the women’s 4/5 category stand on the podium in front of Vigilante Coffee Co. at the first awards ceremony during the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
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- A boy spins the wheel of his father’s bicycle on the sidelines of the Route 1 Rampage on April 1. Photo by Krissi Humbard
