Lycra crowd pedals in

Dan Huyghebaert crosses the finish line in first place during the Masters 'B' Race. Pictures: TERRY WEST

Alena Higgins

A MASSIVE group of lycra-clad cyclists sprinted into Warwick on Saturday, crossing the finish line after completing one of the most gruelling point-to-point races around.
Beginning at Lake Apex Park at Gatton, more than 400 cyclists sweated it out as they puffed and panted the 96 kilometres to the Rose City as part of the 32nd Cunningham Classic, finishing up at the Horse and Jockey Hotel.
Most of the competitors were members of Brisbane’s Kangaroo Point Cycling Club, with club president Cameron Hemming praising the ideal weather conditions.
“We would call it perfect racing conditions, there was a strong south-westerly which makes racing really, really tough,” he said.
“This race is not known for being a nice day in the sun rolling into Warwick.
“It is a massive mark of respect to win this race.”