tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58329389776033832832024-02-21T01:33:31.637+11:00Kevin WellsChasing Bunnies on bikesKevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.comBlogger128125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-36615896963798964602012-10-03T14:58:00.001+10:002012-10-03T15:00:04.578+10:00Would be fun<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-36047289545579773052012-07-31T09:33:00.000+10:002012-07-31T09:33:17.970+10:00OliverWell my posting lately has not realy been too much about riding or racing, while I have been and trying it has been very frustrating. It seems every time I get into routine showing some good signs it all turns to pear. So here is some good stuff of what's been happening.<br />
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This little bloke is a Tenterfield Terrier (one of the few true Aussie dog breeds), and has a very cool character. Whilst we miss our Bella, we found Elsa to be very lonely, lost and demanding attention every second we were home. we just did not have enough time to give her. So we decided to have a bit of a look around to see what type of dog we wanted. We are pretty picky when we look at pets after all they will be with us for a very long time (hopefully). We wanted a dog that would fit in with us, enjoy every second they could, be a great friend, great with other dogs, and good amount of energy, smart, attentive, and attractive. We were not too sure of the size we would get as "little dogs" did not really do it, but Tenterfields seemed to have the right balance. Lucky for us we found a great breeder with a great history who obviously loved what they did. Although their dogs had show dog champion history, they were all about enjoying the dogs and what was right for them, and generally letting them be dogs. Mother (Lina) and Father (Raz) were from different parts of Aus all the history meant no in-breeding and a full health check and these parents were in tip top condition. A little chat about feeding the fella's and it was clear they were not skimping on good tucker for them.</div>
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So the dogs were fantastic fun we also saw the pups 2 year old sister, actually there were about 5 adults all enjoying some fun and games with the pups. You could see the great attributes of the breed and to be honest it was going to be hard to take one of there own away from the pack. It seemed like they were apart of a big family that no doubt will be missed by the pup. But reality is they could not keep all of them so it just had to be. We had spent some time with the dogs before we eventually gave Ollie the farewell to his parents, but they seemed to know exactly what was going on. With both the mother and father coming up to me and Kendra (on our way out to take Ollie home) for a pat as they waged their tails. It was pretty cool because it was like getting the OK from the parents.</div>
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Ollie came home and was introduced to Elsa, and he was very cautious to begin with but soon the courage was building and you could see the friendship evolve. They are great fiends but some days Elsa looks like a worn out mother, ready for a good sleep. Ollie is sometimes very demanding and can sneak his way into anything he wants and I got to say it is very hard to say no to the little bloke, who looks so disappointed when he makes anyone upset. Elsa and Ollie are great together and sharing definitely is not a problem with bones and dinner time it is all good. We have had friends dogs over and no doubt Elsa has proved to be the protector in guarding Ollie while he finishes his treat. It is good to see them both happy and enjoying each others company. There is no looking back now he is a great bloke and perfect fit into our family. He is going to be allot of work like all good dogs are but we are enjoying the puppy stages. School is going great and has been great for him to socialise a bit more and meet new friends including a girl friend called Jess :). Allot of people say why not train them yourselves, but reality is you get more from the dog doing it in an exciting environment, knowing they will listen in any situation, and it is great for socialising. He has his first test tonight and no doubt he is going to pass. Elsa finished up in first place 13 years ago, but I got to say the other dogs are lucky they do not place them anymore.</div>
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It's been a while since I've felt comfortable on a roadie and the last few weeks I have been enjoying every moment on this bike. The 5.9 is made up with a full Ultegra group including wheelset and Ui2. Since purchasing I have swapped out the cranks to my quark power meter, and other than that it has and will stay pretty standard other than the Garmin 800. It is such a nice bike I really have no reason to swap anything. </div>
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As soon as I threw a leg over Marilyn Madone (OK the name did not come from me it was Kendra, but it does fit ;)) it felt right and I could not get the grin off my face. The first ride was in -5 and below temps out at Tidbinbilla and I did not even think about how cold it was, I just enjoyed the ride and it felt soooo right. It is hard sometimes weighting up difference's in bikes trying to make the right choice, but for me this was a long term one and I'm hoping to have this bike for a long time so a few extra $$$ for exactly what I was after, is a decision I was happy to step up to. The frame was stiff, any power went straight to the wheel, but so smooth on the big chipped tar, it is hard to believe how far the technology has come, I could not be convinced that anything else could ride any better.</div>
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On the Rivet, were fantastic in helping with the paperwork etc for compensation from my accident, they really went out of the way to make life that bit easier, and did a few extras that I would not have expected from any shop. There are so many things that just can't be brought, and it is really where the LBS steps it up. Scott also set me up with a bike fit, this has been a good move, there was not much wrong with my old fit but I was keen to slide the cleats more forward than mid foot. This raised the saddle a touch, slight adjustments here and there and things were in line and feeling right. So thanks to On the Rivet for making life back on the bike as quick and easy as possible.</div>
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On the Rivet have a few selected demo models for riders to try out in the real world. It is a great way to confirm any doubts when buying a bike, and for me it has been a hard choice, and one I want to get right. With my road racing increasing over the past year or so I want to make a good choice. So without a roadie I have been getting my fix with a Trek Madone 5.2.This is similar in spec to my old Giant TCR Alliance, so the Ultegra components was very familiar and I felt right at home. The frame was a 54cm, a touch small for me but it gave me a really good idea on the frame characteristics. <br />
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The look is great, some very nice details, and Trek have finished it off nicely. The very wide BB, unique tube shapes, internal cables, all finished off to perfection and hard to pick any faults. The 5.2 is very stealth, it was nice but personally not quite what I want but it is a personal thing. The 5.5, 5.9 definitely appeal more to me in the paint department.<br />
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The frame really is where it all matters, and while this is a 5 series and not the top of the line 6, it still had most the design qualities of the 6 and comes in at a lower price. Having being so adapted to the Giant I could feel instantly the differences in the frame. The bike was stiffer yet less harsh, I found as soon as I put any effort in I was rewarded then and there with the bike jumping forward, but also smoother to ride. It felt like a racier bike yet more comfortable. Designs change over 3 years and the Alliance was partly alloy, but the Trek did feel like it had the perfect balance. <br />
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I decided a ride up Honeysuckle would be the best choice where I can do my timed run and compare. It was great I never felt sluggish and definitely felt lighter, and easier to punch over the steep rise. My time was off my best and I must admit I am in no shape at the moment to get close to it, but I was not far off, the bike without a doubt improved the climb. The decent was quick...too quick, I felt uncomfortable and it was not the bike slowing me down it was me. The bike handled speed so well I just did not feel right going so quick into the corners I had to brake. There was no twitching, flexing, it was smooth and stiff. I was the weak link, I've never felt that descending on a road bike before.<br />
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So with all this happening, 6+6 will be over for me (although I decided that on the weekend), and I may even give the Rockytrail race a miss. Really depends on how I feel riding over the next few days. But somehow I think somebody is telling me something, maybe I should just sit on the couch and get fat.........sounds fun, but that is not living.<br />
So today I went out for a fun ride, and really just what I needed. Nothing beats a good day out, no intentions, no numbers to chase, it cleared my head and for the first time in a few weeks I really felt back at home on the bike. <br />
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This weekend of course the Easter solo's is on, feeling a little dissapointed I'm not doing it. It's strange sitting this one out after doing the last 5 (well last year was a real failure, so I guess that does not count). But it is all for the best, and I'll be out there cheering. So good luck to all, and hit up a few laps for me and make them fun one's!Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-50514622452501140052012-04-04T18:29:00.002+10:002012-04-04T18:29:46.610+10:00The rockin Mont 24 hourRadical Lights 6 mixed team.<br />Yeah late report again...I know.<br />What a fun weekend, and really what I needed after a hard couple of weeks. But with a great team of 5 (<a href="http://www.wickedrides.com.au/blog" target="_blank">Jase McAvoy</a>, <a href="http://24hrsolo.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Andrew Hall</a>, Garry James, and <a href="http://kathbicknell.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kath Bicknell</a>) I knew the good times were ahead of us.<br />The start of the race was up to Jason or I, and I was very glad when Jase put his hand up, my head just was not up to the chaos at that stage, so I jumped out 2nd and was very happy with the clear run that Jase left for me, so nice to get into the groove of a fantastic course. My last 3 laps were all night laps, and the last 2 were filled with some cramping but it was so cool to hear that guitar rockin, my was head was nodding to the tunes and distracted me from the pain of the final climb. Honestly the riding was soooo good out there, it was great fun, perfect track conditions, awesome descents, and rockin tunes. I really can't see how these guys could have made me grin anymore.<br />Our team just worked like clockwork, such consistent reliable riders, nothing seemed stressed it just worked. I was lucky enough to add an extra bar light (Jeremiah Bishop's ex light, with auto dimming when my speed dropped), and my first night lap was less than 3 minutes down on my first, and I really think it was only due to the traffic, as my first lap was a clear run. The radical lights really did make it like day.<br />Off the track it was all happening, mate's to catch up with, good food, and loads to keep everyone entertained. The vibe just keeps getting better with the mont, and it was so good to be amongst it. The crew are definitely making a new standard in 24 racing, and when sparrow and the kow get linked up who knows what will happen.<br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The Bella Story</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">I remember Kendra coming home one day, saying I just saw this beautiful dog down at the shops, I really like her and you have to come and see. Oh yeah OK (thinking here we go, soon we will have 2 dogs, it must be cute). So we walked Elsa down to and had a look, Bella was the only female (Kendra seem to only like female pets she want to outnumber me), and was the only one to go to the window to get excited to see Elsa. Then she was straight to me, back to Elsa, then me all excited. Bella was sold as soon as the she was taken out of the enclosure to run to Elsa. We walked home with Bella in Kendra’s jumper pocket. We were pretty worried about her falling down a drain.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Bella was a funny little character with some big assets. Those that knew her, knows it was not just her ears, she had a big heart and a load of love to give. You show her kindness and you were rewarded 100 times over. She was a Staffy X Jack Russell she was the boutique dog, before I’d even heard of one, I guess you could call her a Jaffy, Stack, or a Ruffy. We always got in trouble for her being too fat, but with her Staffy body, Jack head and a huge love for food it was always a challenge, but her energy always kept her in good form. With daily walks, it was not long till Kendra was recognised by many around our area and was very well known.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The beach was great for the dogs. With Elsa I always ran down into the wet sand and wait for the wave to come, run back as Elsa got dumped by the water, it was a little game, as she always got to jump on me with her wet sandy paws. The first beach visit with Bella, and Elsa was running in with Bella following. It was pretty funny to watch her show Bella the game. Bella looking like she nearly drowned but came out all smiles. She leant early and was always quick to run back.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The Brisbane years were hard on our dogs, but Bella did really show how amazing she was during this time she proved she was special (more on that later). Being small(ish) she never really felt comfortable around large or aggressive dogs, but with numerous visits to dog parks she was getting her confidence. Till one day Kendra was walking them and 2 dogs decided to have a go, one dog was between Elsa and Bella, the other attacked Bella. With Kendra on the ground after the leads were tangled and pulled her legs out, we were very grateful to the guys who stopped to help. With stiches and drips Bella was always very cautious around any other dog until they showed their friendship. </span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">She is just amazing, and proving she was not just the dog that followed in Elsa’s footsteps she had her unique abilities. One day I got a call at work, saying that my dogs had been let out (previous occupants had signed a letter saying the fire ant sprayers were allowing in our backyard, so they went in but let our dogs out). Bella came back but Elsa kept running away from anyone she did not know, and was chased far from home. I came home and searched everywhere hearing different reports of where she was I searched from about 2pm till 9pm mostly driving around walking across ovals (I should have been a bike rider back then). Our last effort for the night was to let Bella go and follow we thought it was a long shot. Bella started running, and running, it had been a while since I had run that far and really did not know what she was up to. We were about 3k’s from home till she stopped, she stood there looking around and barked. Elsa popped her head out of a shady bush obviously hiding away in the summer sun. I was stunned (Elsa was too), I still am amazed and scratch my head over that one and would not believe it unless I was there. She proved she had smarts, and obviously knew more than we did.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">We moved back to Canberra, and really when my MTB riding resumed after many years of other things. The dogs got a Cat to play with again, and loved racing into the water pools near our house. Our friends brought a farm and it was time for a few visits. Bella loved it from the time we got there, and she jumped out of the car and she chased this black fox (which was twice the size of her) she got pretty close but I was happy when she could not catch it and came running back very proud. They had a few big weekends there, and they always finished the day absolutely buggered. They lived for weekends away where we just could not wipe the grins off their faces.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The girls have slowed down since those trips, but they could never knock back the good times, Bella grew a grey goatee around her mouth, but her mind was always like it was when she was a puppy. She finally found a love for squeaky toys and instead of Elsa ripping them apart; she allowed Bella to have a few months of joy from each one, before Elsa had enough and ripped them to pieces.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Bella never stopped being a friend; she was always with us in the yard, never in the way, just there. She always sat on the pavers in 40 degree days while Kendra hung the clothes on the line. She was there helping me wash my bikes, and always happy for a pat, even if it was a cold wet hand in the middle of winter.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Our final weekend away was such a good weekend, Bella went into the surf and this time she was riding the waves, she was no longer running from them (unlike her dad), she was the big girl. She snuck some cuddles in, sneaking up onto the bed through the night. We went to a friend’s wedding one afternoon while the old dogs rested. But deep down we knew this maybe the last special trip away. We knew both our dogs were getting on and they have lived through many of their dog friends passing. We look back only a few weeks ago and cherish that time when Bella was last herself.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Since that time Elsa has been whining some nights and, the Bella we knew slowly faded. She fought till the end as she gave us one last walk as a family. The following morning her will was gone, and no longer could she keep fighting against her disease. We walked from the vets with a squeaky toy which she spent her last night with (we could not have had her there sleeping alone).</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Bella has left a huge hole, which will never be fully filled. She gave us so much love it was like a bucket overfilling. Elsa and Millie have been looking very lost without her and Kendra and I, between us just can’t match what Bella use to give. She will always be a beautiful character that will always be missed.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">RIP Bella, most of all we will always miss the look of excitement and happiness every time we saw you.</span><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Thank you to all that were apart of Bella’s life, I know that through every part of it she had made some special friends.</span><br />
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The ride out to Corin is a good one I love it and just could not resist going the full way after the time trail with the ACTVets such a nice day. I had never seen it full and it was good to see. Definitely thought that I should go home and wash the car with it overflowing, but hey there seems to be a solid down pour everyday lately doing that job for me :).Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-89024003495184974082012-01-08T13:36:00.000+11:002012-01-08T13:36:16.909+11:00Wicked Wombat<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Jindy has been a place I have been keen to check out for a while now, but just never really got there. So when I got the email from Grantley I was keen to have some fun. The track is set on private property but has a fantastic setup with accommodation, kitchen, etc with the tracks looping around everything. The biggest bonus I found was the showers next to transition which was just gold on a hot day riding to just dunk the top half under and get riding again. The tracks were a mix of everything, berms, off cambers, jumps, rocks, loads of pedalling it had it all, apart from the long grinding climbs, I'm sure they will come as more tracks are in progress. Actually there seems to be allot of progress up there with planned tracks from Jindy to Thredbo, loops around the lake and much much more. So the place will be rock'in soon as I think it may just become another must go for a week or a weekend of riding. The locals are committed and have been putting in big hours and it is just a matter of time till the word gets out, seems the WW was just the start. So definitely keep an eye on this website for more to come: <a href="http://www.rollingground.com.au/index.html" target="_blank">Rolling Ground</a></div>
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The race was a little bit different and had it's own little character, not only a wombat but snakes ;). It was a race for mates and riding with a smile. The little quarks of the race were very different but it seemed to have worked. The teams racing, had no limit to riders on track so it was really good fun to just get out there with team mates and hit out as many laps possible, or have a break, or whatever. After 5 laps with Grantley a couple laps later I was out there with Gaz, then out with my team mate again. It was really good to have this option and so much fun. But I must admit 1 thing they did, did not really work, the extra laps for SS'ers, although it did not really effect the results. I just feel it is everyone gets a weapon of choice, and maybe SS'ers should have there own cat to feel special. But this did not really hurt the event at all because podiums were not really what it was about. It was about the fun factor, and it did excel.</div>
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It was really good to finish up the year with a grin and a win :). I'll be back there for some more action for sure, the enthusiasm of the Jindy crew and volunteers really showed, and a huge thanks goes out to them. <br />
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<br />Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-36732055349902144572011-12-22T18:48:00.001+11:002011-12-22T18:48:47.377+11:002011 it is a wrap!It's been a big year this year, and I am really happy to achieve some great goals I set myself at the beginning of it. I had always had my doubts of pulling it off till about half way through, and then some rain came and slowed up the racing and I was back to thinking maybe I would not get it. I wanted to race or have an event per week on average, which seemed a big task, but with joining the actvets, in the end it was not as hard as what I expected. The club has been great with weekly crits over the summer period and road racing about every second weekend, combined with mountain bike racing and various other events by the time 2012 comes around I should have 57 in the bag, (52 not including DNF's and charity rides). <br />
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Sometimes there is no better training than racing, and although some of these races would not be as hard as some of the training rides out there, they had a purpose. With many years of 24 solo racing I felt I needed something different in my training, I was always focused on hours in the saddle, below threshold efforts, and every time it seemed to come time for some intensity I'd either have a little break or become sick. I improved but it seemed like a 1/2 yearly groundhog. So after settling in C grade, and really knowing how my training should shape like, I decided on doing my own program. Fenner had been training me for over 2 years and he had been a great coach, but I just felt like I needed something different and not feel like those numbers or workouts were my sole goal. Instead my goal was to move through C grade and into B, and possible A (BTW A grade Vets is not a true A grade). My daily goals were still based on numbers but depending on what I felt like my weakness was, or what I wanted to improve on, or what I needed to do around my racing my efforts were logical and it seemed my improvements were coming and I was enjoying the training and racing.<br />
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Various MTB races came and went but it seemed I either had a load of fun or no luck, falling sick just before and during the National solo's was one race I wanted to do better in but luckily I only put in a small 10 day build for it. But the highlight was the Mont 24 in a fantastic team it was really good fun, and good to put all my effort into 1 lap at a time knowing I had time to recover, so much fun. Things went quite during winter but still some road racing to be had, but a load of work on the trainer, but thankfully Cadel kept me entertained for some of that :). But when the racing picked up again I moved to B grade on road and was pushing at another level, mentally I had some confidence to push hard and then go that bit more. I road not thinking about what efforts I had to do tomorrow, and just raced for today. I had established a solid quick build for the Garmin 24, and I was really happy where I was at and ready to enjoy it, and that is what I did. My year racing on the road has finished with being moved up to A grade (due to my racing tactics more that results I think), and with 1 A grade crit done and finishing mid pack my "grade goal" got smiley and star stamps all over it.<br />
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So I’m happy looking back, I have had some solid gains in area's that I have really needed. My riding has come a long way, which included allot of fun, somehow I just need to transform some of that to the dirt. 2012 will be another year and I think it is time to get dirty again and race more off road. At least riding off road I'm not being told to shave my legs or wash my bike ;). This year is not over, 1 more race to go on New Year’s Eve; it is going to be a load of fun pairing with Grantley for the wicked wombat. I can't think of a better way to finish it off, as I'm keen for more racing like this next year. <br />
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Race numbers:<br />
Road Crits: 22<br />
Super Crits: 4<br />
Road Races: 10<br />
Time trials: 2<br />
Team 24's: 2<br />
Solo 24's: 2 (1 DNF)<br />
3-4 hour MTB races: 2<br />
7-8 hour MTB races: 1 (DNF)<br />
XC races: 2<br />
Multiday races: 2<br />
Marathon MTB: 1<br />
Gravity XC: 1<br />
XC Hill climb: 1<br />
Dirt crits a shameful: 1<br />
Charity events: 3<br />
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Still to come a pairing 8 hour with unlimited laps per person so essentially will be an 8 hour riding with a mate (apart for the first lap).<br />
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Definately lacking the 7-8 hour racing on offer, and marathons.<br />
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The most coolest and weird moment, is rocking up to Canberra Hospital checking out a mate and riding a full hot lap of the bike paths (from the hospital) of Lake BG within an hour.<br />
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So time for new goals, different training strategies again, and no doubt more improvements. I must admit the 3 hour and Gravity events on offer does sound great and maybe just what I need.<br />
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Merry Christmas everyone hope you are enjoying some time off work, to work off the eating season :).Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-13682216785772445562011-12-03T13:16:00.001+11:002011-12-03T13:19:49.316+11:00Garmin pictures <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-20057824892832725722011-12-01T19:52:00.001+11:002011-12-01T20:22:13.166+11:00Garmin 24: back to the rootsI was very keen for this race it had all the right ingredients and just what I needed. Over the past few years solo 24's have become a serious thing, doing 2 Worlds put myself in the serious mindset, and I was keen to bring it back to basics.<br />
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The mindset was hard to escape, I had problems with my top fuel, wheel issues, tyre sealing issues, felt like every day I was setting up some tubeless wheels. We got to the event on Thursday night in time to put up the marquee and mark out a spot for Bellcha. Friday was filled with laps of the course, setting up the new wheels with tubeless again, and getting some great food in. Early Saturday morning and we were awake with a storm which continued till nearly race start.<br />
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It started with a loop around a grass paddock and a little of the usual chaos but as soon as we hit the newly cut in singletrack, the gaps formed between the riders and we were slipping and sliding on what was obviously going to be a deteriorating track. We looped around through a few rain showers just being a pilot and either trying to get grip with the rear tyre to climb a slight incline or have a fine balance of keeping the bike in the right direction or losing control. I knew chain suck was the order of the day so kept it in the mid ring. Some parts of this seemed madness and I kept coming in thinking they would put a stop to it for safety. But they kept us out, there were many bodies going nowhere on the track, some crying on rocks, and reports of broken bones. I remember my rear wheel overtaking my front, and digging mud from my stays and tyres, but when my lap time blew out to 2 hours for 17k's I felt like a shell. With the energy sapping mud, and food and liquids of about 80g of carbs per lap, I was shaking and needed more. I had only used the top fuel, as there was no way I could enjoy myself on the track knowing I was damaging 2 bikes including my new superfly. So the top fuel needed a good clean, and I needed food. It seemed like I was sitting for 10 minutes, but an hour went past and my mind was still in serious mode it wanted to go out, but then it clicked. I knew if I went out it would not be fun, I knew if I waited sorted myself out I'd be back and could hit up some fun laps as the course dried a little. So I showered, washed the bike, ate more, and had a little sleep.<br />
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I woke up and thought, I'm good to go, I should be out there. I got up checked it all out cheered Brett as he came through and got ready to hopefully see if I can catch him for a fun lap with a mate. It took me a couple of laps but came into transition and there he was, and out we went. It was great to chat, and catch up on what had happened, I think it was the most fun I've had in a lap of a 24 solo. 3/4 of the lap in we did get split with traffic so I decided to keep going, to transition, and a few more laps and I was done with a smile on my filthy face. I did not realise it at the time but I don't think I would have enjoyed it unless I got that break. As much as I hated the mud it did bring me back to why I do these things and it is not to race. I had meet some fantastic new mates, Kendra and I made the 24 into something we needed after the seriousness. It had everything the tough stage of the first 9.5 hours and the fun stage of the last 7.<br />
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Seems I was not the only rider in this mindset of it's got to be fun. Nice one Rhino: <a href="http://www.enduropulse.com.au/articles/event-wraps/479-slipping-n-sliding-at-the-garmin-24-hour" target="_blank">http://www.enduropulse.com.au/articles/event-wraps/479-slipping-n-sliding-at-the-garmin-24-hour</a><br />
A huge thanks to Kendra she kept me out there when I wanted to be, but always knew everything I needed. She gave up an extra long weekend only to spend it around bikes, mud, and rain. Brett for being Brett always a great bloke to be around, and really good to see him tough it out and get a great result. All our neighbours at the race, they were such good company and always willing to lend a hand or spray bottle ;). Also Onya Bike Belconnen, I know they spent allot of time on the old trek to get it running perfect and I had no issues with it (after replacing rear wheel) they really do a top job prepping a bike to work flawlessly.<br />
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Bellcha and I were the fastest solo riders out there after sunrise, obviously having too much fun, and the rest definitely helped me.<br />
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Great work by Chris Hanson for the win, this guy definately has some skills and knows how to ride in the mud. It was great being pitted next to him, Gav and crew,impressive team.<br />
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<br /></div>Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-18829444582599101002011-11-21T07:13:00.001+11:002011-11-21T07:15:12.106+11:00Great Video<a href="http://vimeo.com/32143140" target="_blank">Click here</a>Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-16640319480409541772011-11-19T08:03:00.001+11:002011-11-19T08:03:42.288+11:00Flinging it.My previous fling was back in 2009, suffering mechanicals and instead of doing the long 160k leg I opted to cut to the shorter 110k. This year I went straight to the 110k, I knew it was going to be a big toll and the century was enough. This race finished me off for a build to the garmin 24 hour, and I really did not know how the legs or body would hold on. I have tried to have a pretty rapid build over the last 1-2 months after being forced to ease back on training early on.<br />
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The race started at great pace, I was keen to do a solid 1st stage. I was happy things were looking good and comfortable. Kylie and Robyn filled by hydropak super quick (love ya work!) and I was out for the 2nd stage. I was really enjoying the singletrack sections with some cool drifting (something I have never been comfortable to do on a 29er before) and it was all going well. The ups and downs were going great time was passing quickly and then, 50k in and time to jump the little crossing and bang. My semi mended thumb into the bars and it hurt! I carried on my thumb did not like shifting now and all of a sudden with some climbing to do my mojo was gone. I was a little lost but pushed on, tried a pick me up gel, rolled up the KOM and kept moving. I was pretty happy to get to the open fireroad and tried to push on hard to Wingello but my mojo did not return when a car overtook me and sat about 20m in front, so I rode in a dirty dust cloud for a few k's grrrrrr.<br />
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I was keen for stage 3 thinking how good is the fire road finish going to be this is going to be super quick! It started well moving along quick, I passed Kendra and Erica and had a little chat. Then hit the singletrack wow this slowed me up, over brokeback, and into more singletrack thinking that these half flingers are starting to struggle with the amount of full flingers coming through....I hope Kendra is all good. I came across a guy with what looked like a broken collarbone, it was a bit of a war zone. I battled through just wanting to finish. It was not long before I was over the line and keen to get a coke and food.<br />
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Mixed emotions this year, I had some tough times but also a load of fun. So proud of Kendra making it through, that 2nd half was tough on her, and very glad she had a fantastic friend to do it with.<br />
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Now the build is over looking forward to recovery time :).<br />
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Well done to those that had a great race, it is good to see you reach the goal/results you were after. Definately the training is paying off, keep up the good work!Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-39029296119052499032011-11-12T06:40:00.001+11:002011-11-12T06:47:30.264+11:00Very ExcitingSome bikes I get more excited about than others, and I get the feeling this one will be special.<br />
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I wanted to limit my stable to 2 mountain bikes, but still do 24 solo's on both and also be able to have a good weapon of choice depending on terrain. So my top fuel paired with the superfly seemed the logical choice. 26er for tight, tech, hilly rides and 29er for flatter less technical rides. I have always loved the design of the top fuel, it seems apart of me whenever I ride it. So with almost the same design I really feel like I am going to be right at home on this machine. I hope that the interchange between the 29 and 26 will be easier to adjust to due to the similair design's. Trek come up with what seems like loads of acronyms like E2, ABP, FCC, APA, G2, and while some are more important than others all of these do make sense, and some are not just limited to Trek (but most are). G2 seems to be a big key with the Trek 29er's and why it works so well in tight single track, now I'm not going into details about it but I'm glad this has it. I wanted a stiff bike, as with all 29ers longer stay's, longer forks can add more flex, so the E2, 15mm front end and 142 by 12 rear end should stiffen it up quite a bit. The suspension design (ABP) just works it has no quarks, under braking, stiff under pedalling, and in the gnarlyist moment it just works and takes everything I throw at it. As you can see the bike looks fantastic, but not carbon, I just could not justify that model, it has beef in all the right places, but simple and finished nicely, I love the black/blue/white look :). The spec of XT, Bontrager, Fox should be solid but light enough. So really how could I knock this logic in thinking, it just seemed the obvious decision. This model is selling out quickly with a waiting list that is getting very long.<br />
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The Scott: My team of Hagen Ganahl, Andrew Murrell, Grantley Butterfield, and myself was a good solid team that had fun. We had 2 new riders to the Scott so we gave them the fun of hitting up the first 2 laps. Each of us mixed it up acorss both red and blue, and although I tried I just could not match Grantley's times. Andy did well on the first lap keeping out of trouble, then keeping timing consistent and always seemed to be up for a bluey where everyone else declined. Hagen surprised me with his 8 laps and over 7 hours of riding, definately pulled his weight and proved although he is a roadie he can mix it up on the MTB. I just had little personal goals for this race and meet most, I think the not falling off on the blue lap was a major fail. Great to have a fun social one, where I did not have to think about too much, sometimes it is good to just go relax and be apart of it without any pressure or performance required. So thanks KAHG it was a teams race that my mind needed. One big highlight of the weekend was listening to D-Mac on the mic, great to hear he got out to be apart of the fun. But CORC did a fantastic job bringing it back to a really enjoyable race, great track, and a good spread of riders.<br />
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A few weeks ago we went to a little retreat north of Sydney and it was a great little get away for a few days. We went to Ku-ring-ai bike park and it was a load of fun. The track's has really 4 aspects which I will go through. The mini downhill single track this was a tricky little course with tight corners with loose over hardpack and very easy to slid out. Loads of humps and some berms. Fire roads, these lead into the national park we did not really ride them but looked pretty challenging. Mini north shore, this is where I came unstuck and broke my thumb, I was lucky it was not a collarbone, but these structure's were good if your into it. I just wish they were not so temping to try and that they had a softer landing around the edges. The middle section of craters, this was really cool and kept me busy for an hour. It was a mini pump track with so many lines to roll around pumping with no pedaling very cool. Check out some of Kath's pic's: <a href="http://kathbicknell.wordpress.com/2011/08/28/bill-hatcher-photography/" target="_blank">Kath Bicknell</a> I did take some of my own which I should upload.<br />
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The fun has been continuing with road crits, it has been really challenging keeping on the rivet without digging too deep, just in case an attack comes. This week was tough backing up from the 205 Fitz's and cross winds. But it worked in my favour and pullled in a 2nd place, I love it when it does not come down to a true sprint ;).<br />
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Fitz's epic, I really like this ride it is a great fundraiser, and a fun event. Some people race it, some push themselves to make the longer distances, some do it because they love hills. The distance you select gives a great selection of climbs, the longer the distance the harder the climbs you should expect. I went with the 205k which took me just over 8 hours ride time. The weather was perfect and a huge turnout for the 250/205 cat's. By the end I needed a compact crank as the 3500m or something caught up with me, but managed without it. I was glad I skipped the 250, I did not want to dig that big hole ;). <br />
Training has been coming along well, starting to look forward to the Garmin 24. It will be a real unknown race as they are building the track at the moment and I have no idea what to expect or how much climbing. But I should be ready for almost anything, I just hope I don't have to ride the hardtail ;).<br />
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Other than that the Highland Fling 100k is coming up quick, and I hope my thumb will be up for some shifting. It has been a good thing I have been able to ride the roadie, looking forward to getting back on the mountain bike. <br />
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Bring on an exciting November!!Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-75962578614788387832011-10-05T17:03:00.000+11:002011-10-05T17:03:04.257+11:00Chewing BarsIt is time again, time to hit the rev limiter and go that bit more. Time to bite on the handlebars as the head is buried, try to kick away when there is just no jump in the legs.<br />
I think it is good to get some riding in at the other end of the spectrum. I have been keen to hit up the ACT Vets crits again, and now it has started.<br />
I like the format at Stromlo, with about 35 minutes of racing on a less than 2 min a lap road circuit, the effort will always be pushing my threshold.<br />
First crit back and decided to start where I finished earlier this year with B grade. With my legs into a build and no recovery I could only hope that the short sharp efforts would not be as intense as at the end of the season. This racing definitely works on my weakness's. <br />
Well my power data showed my efforts were the same (if not a touch stronger) as my last crit but seems everyone else has dropped the pace a little. I did quite a bit of work at the front chasing breaks and leading the group and really enjoyed it. A load of riders, and no idea where I finished but around mid pack. Looking forward to next week!<br />
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Hopefully during the season I'll get these up ;).Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-13827314890503983632011-09-18T07:35:00.000+10:002011-09-18T07:35:23.890+10:00I don't want to be cool!At the moment the hospital just seems the place to be, not that anyone likes it, it is just something that happens unfortunately.<br />
So as planned I got away and headed to the twilight CORC 3 hour, and test my legs and see how my first race back would go, no expectations just go out and enjoy. The course was a straight up the usual switchbacks and down the fun skyline, luge, and back, a load of climbing but some fun. 1st lap was fun, but hard I knew I dug a little too deep but Grantley made me ;), 2nd lap hurt a little more, 3rd lap a struggle, 4th lap felt like I was piloting a horse and all I did was pedal, 5th lap came good and made up some positions, 6th did not happen I did not want to be cool.<br />
The 4th lap (and allot of the race), I just felt like I was missing something, and most of it I just wanted to stay on the bike. I nearly pulled the pin after that lap as I lost control of what was happening with the bike, glad I didn't as the 5th went OK. I could not help but think about what would happen on the 6th lap if I went out again, as I come in with 5 min to 3 hours. I just did not want to follow the cool people to hospital. I could feel myself just not care, I was flying down the skyline, luge, just over anything and everything, fast but not good. I think I just wanted it done, but it was not right.<br />
After the sausage sandwich dinner and a chat with the boys, I headed off to the car to hear Kev...Kev. It was Anne she was in some pain with what looked like a broken wrist about to jump into the cool car, to head to the cool place with all the cool drugs, and cool people. I feel like the lucky one. I really hope Anne has a speeding recovery, and just remember 24's can come and go, but your health is the most important thing.<br />
So I think the week caught up with me, but this ride was my longest in a while and it was a race. Maybe not the wisest move but I did have some fun. It was great to be pushing the efforts just that little bit higher into the box, and after all the racing earlier in the year it was fantastic to be back there. I know we all go though the odd bad lap, but most of the time we can pull it off and come out the other side smiling, and that is allot of what racing (and training) is about, pushing the limits, and knowing the limit. <br />
So bring on the next race ;).Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-11748485073164006022011-09-14T08:23:00.000+10:002011-09-14T08:23:03.071+10:00The Good NewsI have had an annoying 6 or so weeks, not really knowing how my body will wake up, if I could ride, how long I could/should go for etc etc. Everything has really been unplanned depending how I was on the day, mostly 2-4 hour riding weeks. With a combination of medication, sleep, and generally looking after myself the past week+ I have been ramping up the efforts again, but hopefully the further tests will be good news. I have had a few solid sessions with some intensity and hopefully in the next month I'll be back in a position of doing the longer sustained efforts.<br />
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So let some racing begin again, looking forward to the CORC 3 hour, and maybe the RT GP 4 hour (depending on how the 3 hour goes). The Scott team of 4 is looking great, so it is all starting to happen. Especially considering Crits are starting again in October, so bring on some faster stronger legs for the good weather. The mind has been so keen to ride this past month sometimes it has been hard to hold it back, so it is happy to be back in the saddle.Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-91897044883122253782011-08-15T12:10:00.000+10:002011-08-15T12:10:11.889+10:00Fibromyalgia...maybe?The last 2 weekends I have been totally off the bike with aching joints. This has sucked and yes I am getting old. The first weekend the aching eased at night only to return the following morning. 2nd weekend has been worse and it has not subsided. My 2nd visit to the doc today to reveal some blood tests which all came back good apart from a reduced vit D level. More sun I thought means more riding, but when I told him how much riding I did, now it means less riding. So reduced riding when my CTL (training load) had been pretty consistent the last few months (bad I know). So now armed with anti-inflammatory, and multi-vits including D's, omega-3's I'm keen to knock this thing over. <br />
I suspect it maybe this <a href="http://www.fibromyalgia-symptoms.org/fibromyalgia_morning_stiffness.html">fibromyalgia</a> which seems to be right (Even though there is no test that can prove it) and is brought on by cold/damp weather. I have been riding to and from work the last few weeks in the cold frosty morning's. plus I have not been taking my usual multi V's (due to lack of build). So I'm really hoping that reduced exposure to the cold, more multi's, reduced hours this thing is going to be gone. Now another doc visit next Sunday.<br />
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So a reminder keep doing all the little things to keep your health up, I think it comes back to bite you and you may not even realise it, till it is too late. We do put stress and strain upon ourselves and more than we know. But now I really want those warm nice mornings. I think I will be OK as long as it does not go below 0 again. I did riding in the -9 (on the garmin) 2 weeks ago which maybe started a snowball. Just go away....frustrating.Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-61640388675711826302011-08-09T19:29:00.001+10:002011-08-09T19:29:23.495+10:00Ouch, back to the ClubClub Lime that is. Lately I have been a little slack in the GYM department, on the rare occasion that I went I opted for a steam room to clear the winter bugs. But since the Canberra 2 Coast, and twisting in the middle of the night only to strain my back after carrying a full camelback the day before I figure it is time to strengthen it (and other parts) again. Usually in the months leading into a solo 24 I do an all round condition which works a treat. So I'm back getting my body into lime and I am feeling it today, I think I got smashed by the rower, I'll make sure I will win next time.<br />
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Also if your keen to test the GYM out sometime every few months I'll be getting some free day pass's for you test it out, send me an email (k76wells@gmail.com) if your keen and I'll send you an email back when I get some in.Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-17757087600593355402011-08-07T20:07:00.000+10:002011-08-07T20:07:05.260+10:003 Ring Circus OK maybe 7I've been a little slack lately. The 7 hour (which seems months ago now) I pulled the pin due to a bad sidewall tear and a long walk. Another puncture the last weeks 3 ring 50k but all was not lost this time (I was not going to let that happen).<br />
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The night performance:<br />
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I thought I'd line up for the night race (got to show those riders how good the radical lights are) a fast 20k circuit with 120 odd riders on the start line. It was a great atmosphere with fires going, clowns, and a good sized crowd. It was a great track swapping wheels on the fireroads and keeping on the pace was a must. It was nice to have a volunteer counting us through at one point, I heard 9th as I was sitting 2nd wheel in our little group. I was keen to keep this spot into the sniggle and it payed off, as gaps started to form the combination of single track and night usually splits riders. So my position was unchanged as I came into the finish line, but to my surprise I managed 1st in Vets, and a bigger bonus a Shimano Wheelset waiting for me on the podium, great stuff Thanks Shimano!<br />
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But I got to say the Radicals really helped, the singletrack was all new to me and the light really kept the confidence high, the tracks were in great condition so it was so much fun hitting them up with no limitations.<br />
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The race started like the night performance very quick, but with 600 odd riders on track it was a perfect way to start on a quick fireroad, my main goal was to keep in front of the cyclecross bike before we hit the ST. The 2nd ring and all was good till after I exited, the short cut of a fire road with a little hop over a water crossing got me, without the usual bounce of the dually my rear wheel hit hard on the other side and it was not long before it was down. So 7 minutes later with a new tube I was away again, yeah not the fastest fix but with 40k to go I needed to make sure it was a good one. The next long sections of ST I was stuck in traffic no one letting me past I rested up ready for the wall. The wall was great everyone was walking it which meant overtaking to me and made my way through. Before I knew it I was onto the 3rd ring, great all fire road :). This ring had some good hills in there which tested the legs trying to finish it off. It was not till the open farmland till I knew most of the steep one's were over and then it was just trying to finish it off.<br />
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I finished 30+min off the pace of the leaders but managed to get back to 2nd in Vets for the combined race.<br />
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Kendra had paired up with Robyn and I had managed to come in just in time to go back out with Kendra. We set off and before I knew it Garry James was joining us and enjoying the roll down to the plateau. On the start of the climb out Gaz and I pushed a little too hard and waited around a corner and little did we know Kendra with her head down missed the turn and it was a hard chase for us to catch up and it was all uphill. So unfortunately Kendra had to do some extra uphill once we came down and got on track. This was the tough section of hills that seemed to never end. Gaz had to go to meet his driver and Kendra's Asthma was getting on top of her. She pushed on through and a little check from the medic near the top and it gave just enough time to recover. It then opened up to the farm land and she was pushing strongly again on the rolling hills to the finish. She did an great job to keep pushing through. Plus well done to Kylie and Anne who did a great job in there pairs too taking it out.<br />
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I really enjoyed this type of racing and having 2 stages, it really added another dimension to the usual single race on the weekend. The entertainment was great and food fantastic, yep 3 serves of lasagna for me.Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-72225546601901288842011-06-25T15:30:00.000+10:002011-06-25T15:30:41.967+10:00MTB SkillsBack in 2005 CORC were running some great skills sessions in Majura. Willo, Dylan, Lewy, Hendo and a few others running them. These were awesome, we were split into groups and focused on specific areas and really honed some skills (what I needed just getting back into the MTB after many years off it). Since, there have been a few efforts from CORC and other companies (cycle ed etc)who have put in a good effort to help riders improve.<br />
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6 years later and I'm still working at mastering the skills. It seems like enduro racing is teaching me to be a little lazy half the time. But I'm not going to give up, it is time to include more MTB skills sessions in my program and really try to nail the skills that let me down. So tomorrow will be a 7 hour skills session, if you see me being lazy on the bike yell at me ;).<br />
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Last year in prep for worlds I did a skills session with Dylan Cooper before he went O/S. It was fantastic but with the load I found it hard to focus on building, skills, recovering, etc, etc. I think sometimes we focus on too much and it can get to much and complicated so keeping things simple usually works better (stupid) me thinks. So being a lazy enduro boy I have tried to change a little this past 6 months including more intensity.<br />
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Now the next phase, today I did another skills session with Dylan, it was great. I got allot to work at tomorrow, and I won't be able to let my mind go to sleep like I usually do. So time to have some fun out there and try to master the track.<br />
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Oh and by the way it looks like it does not include double disillusion, seems to be the same track as 24 nationals.Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-28952610986012681082011-04-24T18:13:00.000+10:002011-04-24T18:13:29.145+10:00Another shot!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xc_-_4mUeXE/TbPbTOBfdkI/AAAAAAAAAoA/vx0Rl_1XFCw/s1600/P1000479%255B1%255D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="225" i8="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Xc_-_4mUeXE/TbPbTOBfdkI/AAAAAAAAAoA/vx0Rl_1XFCw/s400/P1000479%255B1%255D.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>Thanks Nigel Dawson for this one, while I was taking the wrong line on this lap I do remember you yelling out :).Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5832938977603383283.post-59279236047683173182011-04-24T17:33:00.000+10:002011-04-24T17:33:29.245+10:00The Unknown National 24 hour Solo'sLeading into this race I had allot of unknowns, I had trained completely different, I had a slightly different nutrition plan that I wanted to try, and it was basically a chance to try out some areas that I did not want to test at Worlds. Well a week out I had another unknown with a sore throat and a head cold. It was nothing that never seemed that bad it was just there and race day came it was only just there and thought it should be OK.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I started off the first lap I settled into a good position dropping riders off my wheel and being dropped off the back of a few others, it was only about 30 sec gap both way's. It was strange to have that 6k's in and for the next 27k's I seemed alone, getting into my own rhythm. By the 4th lap I started to feel something was not quite right, I was on the wrong lines, trying to stay focused and looking ahead. During the 5th lap I knew something was bad I could not ride some of the rocks and my head could only take in what was happening 2 meters in front of me I could not process the track in front and nearly had a huge off. I went off line, off the track and before I knew it my seat was hitting me in the back and riding the front wheel, I somehow managed to hold it together. This was after I slowed the pace down, and dropped 8 minutes from my start lap over the 11k's. With 21 hours to go, 5 laps done, I was done my head just could not focus on a thing, usually what I'm like a 3am not pm.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">But like all Easter 24 races there was allot of top efforts out there and the character of the race lives on. Great to see the Mal Adjusted girls having so much fun and even having a little sprint with me made me chuckle. Roz Edmunds 61 years young, out there for the whole race top effort, Dianne Perry worked consistently through with a strong finish. It was great to see the riders having a good go, some just having fun and others at their limits. It was a tough course for the long haul but one worthy for a nationals. Well done all who pushed it through and did it, and great to see Ed up in the top 3 overall freaks with his SS. Kendra was awesome as usual, always keen for the fast transitions. The volunteers were awesome as usual Sarah and Russ quietly behind it all doing a great job. I always love the photographers too getting out amongst it for the fun and posting pictures up. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Photo's by Jason Heddle nice work, so next Jase is riding 6+6 nice one ;).Kevhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16133722594385401173noreply@blogger.com0