Riding behind the Garneau-Crocs(in pink) as they chase.
Last weekend was my first race since Nationals, and also the start of a new phase. I am concentrating on building up base again, and making plans for upcoming races.
I headed down to the Gatineau Grand Prix in Ottawa which is always a great race. I have done this race for 4 years now and the organisers always do a fantasic job. The course is very hilly which best suits me.
Having no teamates at this race, I knew I had to be even more aware of every move. I stayed near the front at all times, and moved up on the hills so that I wouldn't have to fight my way back up if someone in front of me couldn't handle the pace. I chased down breaks that looked good, but strong teams would rally to the front and reel everything back in. I figured it would come down to a bunch sprint. I was almost right, given that less than a handful of riders made it clear of the field and finished just seconds in front. The main field had a bunch sprint for top 10, but no podium spots. The 130 kilometer race was just not enough to shatter the field, although many riders couldn't keep up.
Last weekend was my first race since Nationals, and also the start of a new phase. I am concentrating on building up base again, and making plans for upcoming races.
I headed down to the Gatineau Grand Prix in Ottawa which is always a great race. I have done this race for 4 years now and the organisers always do a fantasic job. The course is very hilly which best suits me.
Having no teamates at this race, I knew I had to be even more aware of every move. I stayed near the front at all times, and moved up on the hills so that I wouldn't have to fight my way back up if someone in front of me couldn't handle the pace. I chased down breaks that looked good, but strong teams would rally to the front and reel everything back in. I figured it would come down to a bunch sprint. I was almost right, given that less than a handful of riders made it clear of the field and finished just seconds in front. The main field had a bunch sprint for top 10, but no podium spots. The 130 kilometer race was just not enough to shatter the field, although many riders couldn't keep up.
