Well, I finally pulled everything together for the last USAC race of the season. I lined up that morning in the rain feeling pretty good. I didn't know how I would do since it had only been a little over a week since I shook the sinus infection bug. Took me down for three long weeks. (That really sucked.) My main objective for the day was to keep the tires on the ground. With the rain, I knew that the bridge crossings would be slick. For the most part, I didn't have any troubles. I felt strong for the first two laps, fatigued on the third, and in pain on the fourth lap. In the end, I pulled off a 5th place finish out of eight riders that showed up that morning to race. It's only 5th place, but I'm still geeked. I know I have quite a bit to work on to become more competitive. I think I finally found a training regimen that works for me. Just in time to wrap up the season. (O; I will note down a few things that will hopefully help me set up some goals for next year.
It has been quite humbling this season for me. FUN!, ...but humbling.
What's next? I'll be giving cyclocross a try this fall. I have heard it's a blast. The tough part for me, is the overlap with hunting season. I have way too many hobbies!... Is that a bad thing???
5 comments:
Awesome!!!! Your first Expert medal, have you taken it of yet? Be proud my brother. You can't control who does and who doesn't show up at a race. You showed up and gave it your all. Hopefully we'll meet up for a ride soon.
You bet! I have it in my possesion. I'm addicted! lol... We'll have to definately get out for a ride.
Way to step up on the podium my man. I saw that in the result the other day and said hell yeah! I only hope I can sand up there one time next year in my 1st year in expert. I got you and Aryn for inspiration! thanks!
Congrats on the medal...if you're looking to try 'cross I know a good place to start!
Thanks guys!
John, glad to hear you are making the move up! If you train like you did last winter, I'm sure you'll place. You rocked this year! I'm going to have to step it up to keep up.
I'm planning on hitting Springfield this weekend for the double cross. This is going to be a whole new learning curve.
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