I had a lot of energy today. It started off with a moderate run at lunch. I got in about 4 miles. After work was the training race (Biketec 6:00). I was eager to get out on my new bike “Lola.”
It was sprint night, so the regroup was in effect for all the sprints except the last. I took it easy on the the first. I didn’t want to start lighting any matches yet. I felt good, and the power transfer from my legs to the bike was something I haven’t felt in a while.
I stayed towards the front on all of the sprints, but I didn’t ever “go” with the final jump. After the keyhole (turn around) I thought I would start to test the waters. Andy Lister is the one guy you never want to let go, so I was on his wheel like a hawk. Well, maybe I was sucking his wheel, but he has more miles in so that’s ok?
He attacked several times trying to get away. I stayed on him the best I could.
The final sprint Andy attacked up the second to last hill. I stayed on his wheel and kept him in the group. At this point was was wondering if I had anything left for the final sprint.
I didn’t lead this one out, It was Andy again. I was about 4 or 5 wheels back. I found a few drafts, but missed him by a bike length.
I rode exceptionally well, seeing this was my 4th ride of the year. With 38 miles on the bike and 4 on the run, I welcome the pain tomorrow.
If it doesn’t hurt, you probably are trying hard enough.
– Dan
