First proper cx race

[potsy]

Good luck jowwy, will be interested to read about the race later, make sure there are pics of the muddy state of you

 

[Citius]

Looking forward to seeing the pics.

 

[fossyant]

Enjoy

 

[jowwy]

Sorry guys no pics and not really much to report. After only riding twice and doing 3 turbo sessions since june. I blew up big time after 2 laps and 14mins into the race.....it was a real eye opener, think i will stick to TTs

 

[User19783]

Well done for trying,
But don't give up, wait just a month and enter another one, as you got all the kit.

 

[ColinJ]

Sorry guys no pics and not really much to report. After only riding twice and doing 3 turbo sessions since june. I blew up big time after 2 laps and 14mins into the race.....it was a real eye opener, think i will stick to TTs

In fairness to the noble sport of CX (and TT!), only 2 road rides and 3 turbo sessions since June isn't really training for anything other than actually starting training for next year!

In a year's time, you might really enjoy a CX race.

 

[jowwy]

In fairness to the noble sport of CX (and TT!), only 2 road rides and 3 turbo sessions since June isn't really training for anything other than actually starting training for next year!

In a year's time, you might really enjoy a CX race.

Your defo right colin....but as i agreed to enter i didnt want to go back on my word and let people down

 

[Citius]

Gilwern is a tough course for any level. Pembrey next week is a much better option - mostly flat, 100% rideable and guaranteed no mud.

Come to Pembrey and I will buy you a tea.

 

[jowwy]

Gilwern is a tough course for any level. Pembrey next week is a much better option - mostly flat, 100% rideable and guaranteed no mud.

Come to Pembrey and I will buy you a tea.

No thanks

 

[Citius]

No thanks

Coffee then? And a cake?

 

[dan_bo]

Sorry guys no pics and not really much to report. After only riding twice and doing 3 turbo sessions since june. I blew up big time after 2 laps and 14mins into the race.....it was a real eye opener, think i will stick to TTs

Don't sack it off Jonwy. Youve picked a hard time of year for your first CX. Try it in late August/ early September when it's firmer under foot.

And honestly, take 20lb out of your rear tyre. Take it from someone who can give you 5kg easily.

 

[Neilsmith]

Gilwern is a tough course for any level. Pembrey next week is a much better option - mostly flat, 100% rideable and guaranteed no mud.

Come to Pembrey and I will buy you a tea.

Was going to be my first attempt as its my local course. But I got injured and can't get on a bike at present, but I may go and watch as my mate will be riding.

 

[ianrauk]

At least you had a go at it....which is a lot more then other people do.

 

[potsy]

Sorry guys no pics and not really much to report. After only riding twice and doing 3 turbo sessions since june. I blew up big time after 2 laps and 14mins into the race.....it was a real eye opener, think i will stick to TTs

You did the hard bit by just getting out there, some training, a few tips off the seasoned cx'ers on here and you'll be good to go again.

Well done.

 

[Citius]

Try it in late August/ early September when it's firmer under foot.

Or try Pembrey - which is always dry and firm...anad get a free tea (or coffee) and cake...