Boom only briefly back in the 'cross world circuit

Lar Boom (Rabobank) takes the win despite starting a minute down on his rivals

Lar Boom (Rabobank) takes the win despite starting a minute down on his rivals (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

Lars Boom is back on the cyclo-cross circuit, but only for a handful of races which he is riding “for pleasure”.  After winning the Boonen & Friends charity 'cross race earlier this month, he is ready to take on the World Cup race at Namur this coming weekend.