Wow, that sounds like a plug for USCF. OBRA is the progression in the future of
our sport. Settling for what the USCF offers is living in the past!

Quoting nick :

>
> I am writing this in hopes that it will spur some conversation on the
> issue of OBRA races becoming USCF certified. There is a "HUGE" missed
> opportunity that races in Oregon and South West Washington have because of
> the lack of certification. USCF is "thee" organization that governs racing in
> the US, NRC and amateur, from state to state every members points are
> collected and recorded for national ranking as well as for upgrading purposes
> (I do not wish to patronize anyone here so please understand that I have only
> explained this for reasons of those who are unfamiliar). My point here is
> that OBRA races are missing out on several levels; the most obvious in this
> case is the lack of national recognition (no one wants to travel to a race
> that they wont receive points for). Because of this OBRA races miss out on
> increased funds as well as more competitive fields. On a similar note for
> those of you that race mostly in Oregon and South West Washington you miss
> out on the ranking
>
> system as well as points if you were to compete in a USCF race (this is a
> tragedy seeing as there is a lot of great races in our neighboring states as
> well as Seattle). We all know that Portland has established itself as a
> cycling rich community, but just like the cities progressive nature we also
> should be following that example and become leaders in the progression of our
> sport instead of living in the past. USCF certification would be a phenomenal
> asset to racing in Oregon and South West Washington; increasing awareness,
> funding, competitiveness, and as a result more racing! I encourage everyone
> to comment on this topic and to start the conversations, good or bad, for or
> against, please speak up.
>
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