Going into the race I had a handful of rides in the past two weeks. The longest being 2:45:00, a couple 2 hr, and a couple 1:30:00. The form seemed to be holding so I was hopeful of a strong ride.
I made my way to the front line and waited for the whistle.
The race is on. Whoops, I can't get clipped in and get shuffled back to about 6th or 7th. I want to make a pass before we cross the two track, but no luck. The trail opens up before the before the first real climb, so I make a pass. The trail now clear ahead so I settle into a rythm. Soon I see Brad on the side of the trail and it seems he has blown a tire. (Rough break) Things go well for me the remaining lap.
Lap 2 continues running smooth until just past the air field. I was alone for sometime and began talking to myself. I was caught by Paul and Don, leaders of the 40-49, and dug-in to hold their wheels. It lasted about 5 minutes. I rode the remaining race alone.
The full rigid setup took it's toll. My upper body was tired and I wasn't having any fun the last lap. I just wanted it over.
Congratulations to Jamie and Adam for the top two steps.
The final numbers are. 2:09:18 for 3 laps. Avg. Hr. 161 / Max 178. Z3-00:05:16 Z4-01:34:50 Z5-00:29:07
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