Willsboro, October 8-- Six-time Patch Sprint champion Jason Fiegl staved off a consistent challenge from Kyle Smith, to capture the 2016 edition of the Pond Sprint adventure race.
The race, held annually on Columbus Day weekend, helps raise funds for two separate foundation: Adirondack Scholarship and Long Pond Conservancy. Over $1000 was raised.
The race, held annually on Columbus Day weekend, helps raise funds for two separate foundation: Adirondack Scholarship and Long Pond Conservancy. Over $1000 was raised.
In perfect, cool conditions, Fiegl cruised out to the early lead, but Smith reeled him in several times throughout the 12-mile, two mountain course. "I wanted to keep him honest," joked the runner-up. The overall margin of victory was just over three minutes. "It was a beautiful day, with the colors, the weather and the course," said the champion. (SEE FULL RESULTS)
In finishing third overall, Rosanne VanDorn claimed the women's title in easy fashion, with Kate Ritter ending up second. "I will definitely be back next year," said VanDorn, a top-ranked regional cyclist.
Aside from the racing, a hearty group of fall foliage seeking recreational hikers (ranging in age from 15 to 73) took part in the Pond Hike, while close to a dozen volunteers contributed their time and enthusiasm to helping the event succeed.
In finishing third overall, Rosanne VanDorn claimed the women's title in easy fashion, with Kate Ritter ending up second. "I will definitely be back next year," said VanDorn, a top-ranked regional cyclist.
Aside from the racing, a hearty group of fall foliage seeking recreational hikers (ranging in age from 15 to 73) took part in the Pond Hike, while close to a dozen volunteers contributed their time and enthusiasm to helping the event succeed.