Masters national championships kicked off yesterday in Louisville, Ky., with three Chicago earning silver medals in the time trial. Wayne Simon (Verdigris) placed 2nd in the men’s 50-54, Tom Doughty (Amgen/Giant Masters) in the men’s 55-59 and Debbie Dust (Kenda Tire) in the women’s 35-39.

The racing continues with road races through Thursday and criteriums over the weekend.