H2h # 2 Race 05/20/2011
We had an outstanding race last weekend and happilly both of us made it on the podium! It's pretty funny thinking about what bike racing is does to us; It wasn't that exciting at first while driving to the race at a"turtle" speed because you can barely see the road through the pouring rain, and there is always the same question in your mind " why are we doing this to ourselves? ". I guess when you jump on the bike and ride the course you love, weather doesn't matter, it's even more exciting when it's rainy because you actually test your skills and challenge yourself even more. Tymor Park is a great technical course with plenty of rocks and roots, It was my first time racing there and hopefully not the last. There is nothing better than racing on a course you like. And the people are so nice there. I felt good and had fun on the course.
For a first time I raced my new Trek Superfly and probably that got me excited, racing a new machine. There is the picture below of my new bike which Mike built perfectly for me. I'm very proud of my super mechanic Mike who has become so detailed with his latest builds. Thanks to Embrocation Cycling Journal for suppling me with the great equipment.
Mike had a great day also with his rival Seamus also racing. Seamus is having a strong season with his latest finish of 13th at the Mellow Johnnys Austin Texas National. They took turns pulling each other and finished together a second apart.
We just got to Canada today for the 1st round of the Canada Cups at Mont Treblant and the course is basically the same as last year which is AWESOME. The Canadians can fit more fun and excitement into one corner then the US can in any of their National courses.. We both love coming up here and the atmosphere reminds me of home in Europe. Canadian people are so friendly and especially so passionate for the outdoors. There is a million kids here riding proudly on their bikes and it's great to see their smiles.
Keep your fingers crossed for us tomorrow!
Thanks and have fun riding, Aleks
For a first time I raced my new Trek Superfly and probably that got me excited, racing a new machine. There is the picture below of my new bike which Mike built perfectly for me. I'm very proud of my super mechanic Mike who has become so detailed with his latest builds. Thanks to Embrocation Cycling Journal for suppling me with the great equipment.
Mike had a great day also with his rival Seamus also racing. Seamus is having a strong season with his latest finish of 13th at the Mellow Johnnys Austin Texas National. They took turns pulling each other and finished together a second apart.
We just got to Canada today for the 1st round of the Canada Cups at Mont Treblant and the course is basically the same as last year which is AWESOME. The Canadians can fit more fun and excitement into one corner then the US can in any of their National courses.. We both love coming up here and the atmosphere reminds me of home in Europe. Canadian people are so friendly and especially so passionate for the outdoors. There is a million kids here riding proudly on their bikes and it's great to see their smiles.
Keep your fingers crossed for us tomorrow!
Thanks and have fun riding, Aleks
Pro Mens Podium
Pro Womens Podium
Maddy was a great sport and she also fed us during the race
Seems like Mike has some new competition coming up. Mark finished 11th in Pro Men Open field his first cross country race!
Our favourite couple- Seamu's parents
My new Racing Machine
