Pro XCT 06/30/2010
Lucky 7 :) I had a great time in Wisconsin and so far it was the most organized National of the year in my opinion. The course had plenty of single track and also many places to pass but best of all were the tons of spectators cheering everyone through the whole course. I truly believe in the power of cheering and there is nothing better than that, so a BIG thank you to the Wisconsin crowd for a wonderful atmoshere:) We will be back for sure.
I'm really happy with my result. I tried to keep a steady hard tempo through the whole race and I was battling with Chloe Forsman for the first 3 laps. I loved the single track and that was my advantage for sure. I'm still working on my power so when on the last lap I saw Kelli Emmet and Kaitie Compton in the woods I had to ask myself " Am I in the right spot? " suprising myself... Saw Mike on the feed zone screaming and jumping around giving me more of that much needed power - I knew I had to push harder to catch Kelli. Even though I didn't catch her but I'm proud of my last lap which I gained quite a bit of time. I can't wait for the next race.
Mike had a good solid race with kind of bad luck with the final results which happens to him quite a bit on the important races... :( I almost think that he puts too much energy and effort into my races and kind of forgets about himself. Being in the feed zone running around and cheering me all morning in the heat takes away your energy. ... He got 32nd but it was listed as 36th. Famous Seamus finished right behind after riding the whole race together which was great to see them together. After the race we went immediatelky to our hotel to pick up our bike boxes and packed our bikes. We lost the "protest time" and we couldn't do anything about the wrong result. I guess it's good lesson for both of us but I'm still pretty upset about it. We sacrifice a lot for those trips and it would be nice to see an actual correct result posted.
After rewards we drove to Madison to stay with Linnea's family before our departure the next day. Thanks for Linnea, Zoey + her parents for letting us stay in their beautiful and comfy house. Great people and we hope to take care of them one day in Saratoga! You guys are welcome anytime.
Linnea didn't have a good day but I think her time is coming. She is so dedicated and a really hard worker so I'm sure this will all pay off soon. I know it. Her friend Zoey finished her first race ever 2nd overall in the sport class on a single speed against the geared people. Awesome result for her. Bryna is showing great form , she got 14th- she loves her new 29er and she thinks it made her faster. I think she is faster :) but also there is nothing better that 29'' wheels.
Have a great time riding and hopefully to see you on the trails,
Aleks and Mike
I'm really happy with my result. I tried to keep a steady hard tempo through the whole race and I was battling with Chloe Forsman for the first 3 laps. I loved the single track and that was my advantage for sure. I'm still working on my power so when on the last lap I saw Kelli Emmet and Kaitie Compton in the woods I had to ask myself " Am I in the right spot? " suprising myself... Saw Mike on the feed zone screaming and jumping around giving me more of that much needed power - I knew I had to push harder to catch Kelli. Even though I didn't catch her but I'm proud of my last lap which I gained quite a bit of time. I can't wait for the next race.
Mike had a good solid race with kind of bad luck with the final results which happens to him quite a bit on the important races... :( I almost think that he puts too much energy and effort into my races and kind of forgets about himself. Being in the feed zone running around and cheering me all morning in the heat takes away your energy. ... He got 32nd but it was listed as 36th. Famous Seamus finished right behind after riding the whole race together which was great to see them together. After the race we went immediatelky to our hotel to pick up our bike boxes and packed our bikes. We lost the "protest time" and we couldn't do anything about the wrong result. I guess it's good lesson for both of us but I'm still pretty upset about it. We sacrifice a lot for those trips and it would be nice to see an actual correct result posted.
After rewards we drove to Madison to stay with Linnea's family before our departure the next day. Thanks for Linnea, Zoey + her parents for letting us stay in their beautiful and comfy house. Great people and we hope to take care of them one day in Saratoga! You guys are welcome anytime.
Linnea didn't have a good day but I think her time is coming. She is so dedicated and a really hard worker so I'm sure this will all pay off soon. I know it. Her friend Zoey finished her first race ever 2nd overall in the sport class on a single speed against the geared people. Awesome result for her. Bryna is showing great form , she got 14th- she loves her new 29er and she thinks it made her faster. I think she is faster :) but also there is nothing better that 29'' wheels.
Have a great time riding and hopefully to see you on the trails,
Aleks and Mike
