In a couple of weeks the winter series kicks off. Today was a day to test some clothing options and sort out bike gearing.
Single-speed looks to be a popular set-up, but what about a 3x1? Sure no bonus points, but perhaps a good option depending on the conditions. Sorry, you where thinking about running a casette in the rear? Don't do it, think 'spin to win'. Besides you'd just be throwing points away and you don't want to be doing the Chilean [last years winner] any favours.
Forgot about all the time needed just to prep equipment and clothing for winter riding. Hands and feet - if their warm then just about anything is tolerable - remember, hands and feet.
For one of the riders the day was a good way to celebrate a birthday. So we all celebrated, not that a reason is needed for smuggling small flasks.
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No need for too much analysis, Tadej Pogačar attacks early on La Redoute.
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Happy Birthday Pak! I hope it was a good one. Trifecta or Quadfecta? Black jackets seem to be the customary attire while drinking on the bike. I hope everyone (John) has got in a winter ride or three before the first WRCS ride, so that you're use to the temps and the beatings.
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If anything I'm worried about the icy
ReplyDeleteconditions not the cold temps and certainly not any beating you might TRY and send my way. Have you tried this in the past??