June 21, 2011 (Fitchburg, MA) – The 52nd annual Fitchburg Longsjo Classic has been cancelled due to a major fire the destroyed some of the downtown core in Fitchburg. According to a report in the News Telegram organizers were forced to cancel the race when “alternate courses did not meet the technical standards required by USA Cycling for a National Race Calendar race.” Rider safety was a primary factor in the decision and entry fees will be refunded and sponsor money will also be returned – read more HERE.