The Fam.
Thursday, August 25, 2005
Monday, August 22, 2005
Columbus Part 2
I did not mention that Columbus has a leaders jersey this year. Shannon had the chance to ride in yellow for the womens p1/2/3 road race. The only draw back was all they had was large so she had to pin the jersey so that it did not flap all over the place in the wind.
Okay, well here comes the part of the race where I walk into the door. The individual TT was about 3.5 to 4 hours after the finish of the road race. Seeing as I did not get much sleep the night before I tried to get some in between the road race and TT. Due to the high humidity and sheer heat we all did the bulk of our warmup in the hotel room. This helped cut down on the fluid loss. After warming up we rode over to the start and did our thing. I took off feeling good and kept my 30 sec. man in sight the whole time then I felt the roughness of the road with about 3 miles to go. Then I looked down and sure enough my tire was going flat. Watching my speed I noticed that it was going down, while my percieved exertion was going up. So I kept going but after a mile of flat, my 30 sec man was further down the road than before. I ended up losing time to the second place guy in GC, which moved me to 2nd in GC.
Sunday morning, the crit. well, I got alot more sleep for this race and I was happy. My legs felt good and I had some of my oatmeal (glue as nathan calls it) which keeps me from getting hungry. The race started off good. I just stayed up in the front 5 the whole race which kept the accelerations and decelerations to a minimum. Nathan helped out when a situation arose, where the guy in 3rd (GC) got down the road and I was blocked out of the attack so could not react. Nate helped to real the guys closer to the pack. I was feeling good all the way to the end, Carlos countered on of my last attacks and I just could not get up to him. Keeping me in 2nd overall. I have to thank those of you who were there cheering us on during the race. This definately helps.
O yea, Shannon was able to pull the "W" for the womens crit.
Hopefully there wil be some pictures that can be posted from the race.
Matt "I cant sleep" Seagrave
Okay, well here comes the part of the race where I walk into the door. The individual TT was about 3.5 to 4 hours after the finish of the road race. Seeing as I did not get much sleep the night before I tried to get some in between the road race and TT. Due to the high humidity and sheer heat we all did the bulk of our warmup in the hotel room. This helped cut down on the fluid loss. After warming up we rode over to the start and did our thing. I took off feeling good and kept my 30 sec. man in sight the whole time then I felt the roughness of the road with about 3 miles to go. Then I looked down and sure enough my tire was going flat. Watching my speed I noticed that it was going down, while my percieved exertion was going up. So I kept going but after a mile of flat, my 30 sec man was further down the road than before. I ended up losing time to the second place guy in GC, which moved me to 2nd in GC.
Sunday morning, the crit. well, I got alot more sleep for this race and I was happy. My legs felt good and I had some of my oatmeal (glue as nathan calls it) which keeps me from getting hungry. The race started off good. I just stayed up in the front 5 the whole race which kept the accelerations and decelerations to a minimum. Nathan helped out when a situation arose, where the guy in 3rd (GC) got down the road and I was blocked out of the attack so could not react. Nate helped to real the guys closer to the pack. I was feeling good all the way to the end, Carlos countered on of my last attacks and I just could not get up to him. Keeping me in 2nd overall. I have to thank those of you who were there cheering us on during the race. This definately helps.
O yea, Shannon was able to pull the "W" for the womens crit.
Hopefully there wil be some pictures that can be posted from the race.
Matt "I cant sleep" Seagrave
Sunday, August 21, 2005
Columbus Stage Race
Well, I am back at my folks house. This weekend was like walking down a dark hallway that has closed door. Yes you will get to your final destination ok, but for the short time when you walk smack into the door it hurts.
Fridays evening was the Prologue (1.5miles). Everything was going good then fourth pedal stroke into it I pulled right out of my pedal. I made it into my rhythm and was moving well then on the fourth or fifth turn I started to take the turn too much speed and about took a small group of people out so I had to grab my brakes, (and for those of you who are familiar with my TT, yes I did have my brakes set so they would grab for the prologue) after that I got my self back up to speed and was off and was able to secure a descent finish and within striking distance for tomorrow.
Saturday, this was interesting seeing as I did not get more than three hours of sleep. So when I got up for the road race I thought to myself. Well, I really hope I don't let the guys down today. I was feeling good, but just questioned the lack of sleep. Since we were staying just down the road from the start we rode there. From the gun everything was good and staying together with a few breaks. I never initiated anything but would just sit on wheels that rolled. With about 1.5 miles to go in the 4th of 5 laps troy was on the front with me on his wheel just cruising at about 22mph when I hear on the radio "you have a gap" so I half look over my shoulder and then tell Troy we have a gap so I jump instantaneously. This last mile of the loop goes through winding roads of downtown Columbus so I think get a gap and out of site. So I make it through this section past the feed zone and am able to get a bottle. Then put my head down and go and tell myself "it is only 30km" I pretty much rode scared the whole time. Taking a mental survey of how my body was doing every 5-10 minutes and made adjustments accordingly. When I came back into town I told myself get to the bridge, when I got to the bridge I stood up and tried to get to the line as fast as I could. So with the gap I had over 2nd place and the main group I was now the leader of the race.
I will finish this in another installment tonight or tomorrow.
Fridays evening was the Prologue (1.5miles). Everything was going good then fourth pedal stroke into it I pulled right out of my pedal. I made it into my rhythm and was moving well then on the fourth or fifth turn I started to take the turn too much speed and about took a small group of people out so I had to grab my brakes, (and for those of you who are familiar with my TT, yes I did have my brakes set so they would grab for the prologue) after that I got my self back up to speed and was off and was able to secure a descent finish and within striking distance for tomorrow.
Saturday, this was interesting seeing as I did not get more than three hours of sleep. So when I got up for the road race I thought to myself. Well, I really hope I don't let the guys down today. I was feeling good, but just questioned the lack of sleep. Since we were staying just down the road from the start we rode there. From the gun everything was good and staying together with a few breaks. I never initiated anything but would just sit on wheels that rolled. With about 1.5 miles to go in the 4th of 5 laps troy was on the front with me on his wheel just cruising at about 22mph when I hear on the radio "you have a gap" so I half look over my shoulder and then tell Troy we have a gap so I jump instantaneously. This last mile of the loop goes through winding roads of downtown Columbus so I think get a gap and out of site. So I make it through this section past the feed zone and am able to get a bottle. Then put my head down and go and tell myself "it is only 30km" I pretty much rode scared the whole time. Taking a mental survey of how my body was doing every 5-10 minutes and made adjustments accordingly. When I came back into town I told myself get to the bridge, when I got to the bridge I stood up and tried to get to the line as fast as I could. So with the gap I had over 2nd place and the main group I was now the leader of the race.
I will finish this in another installment tonight or tomorrow.
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Trivia
Q. What do bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers, and laser printers all have in common?
you can put your answer in the comments section, and I will post the correct answer in a couple days.
you can put your answer in the comments section, and I will post the correct answer in a couple days.
Monday, August 08, 2005
State Time Trial Continued
Ok, so Saturday mooning we get out the course around 7 a.m. and begin to unpack and get everything ready. My body was not waking up so I grabbed a Monster out of the cooler and took a sip. After a couple minutes on the bike and I was ready to get my warmup rolling. The warmup I do is anywhere from 45 to 55 minutes depending on the temperature outside. Nathan had figured out that from the car to the start line was about a ten minute ride. This was going to workout perfect for my warmup plans. With about 15 minutes until my start I get my bike off the trainer and put the disc on that Nate let me borrow for the weekend. Put the aero helmet on and put a fresh bottle in the cage and one more laying on my aerobars for the ride to the start line. Once I get to the start line I see I have about 8 minutes to go. So I double back and do two last very short pickups and then go to the start line with two minutes to go and wait. I am called up and ready to get this going.
I am off. 200 meters later a massive wind and downpour hit. I can not see a thing and my bike is being pushed all over the road this lasted about 12km or so. Once it stopped and I could read my computer I looked down to see my heart rate, I was good so I kept going at that intensity. A couple minutes later I looked down at my speed, because I was feeling really comfortable and saw 33mph. I was happy and at this point getting ready for the turn around. After the turn around I was able to catch a couple people. One guy I caught, I ended up going back and forth with for the rest of the race.
When the race was over a small group of us were asking each other what times we had posted. After checking with a few guys I had an idea that I finished top three, but was still not real sure. So the team waited around to find out what the official results were. I ended up taking the win. This what I had wanted, mostly because I have been struggling with getting comfortable on my TT bike and Saturday was the first day this year I was able to put a good ride together.
Matt
I am off. 200 meters later a massive wind and downpour hit. I can not see a thing and my bike is being pushed all over the road this lasted about 12km or so. Once it stopped and I could read my computer I looked down to see my heart rate, I was good so I kept going at that intensity. A couple minutes later I looked down at my speed, because I was feeling really comfortable and saw 33mph. I was happy and at this point getting ready for the turn around. After the turn around I was able to catch a couple people. One guy I caught, I ended up going back and forth with for the rest of the race.
When the race was over a small group of us were asking each other what times we had posted. After checking with a few guys I had an idea that I finished top three, but was still not real sure. So the team waited around to find out what the official results were. I ended up taking the win. This what I had wanted, mostly because I have been struggling with getting comfortable on my TT bike and Saturday was the first day this year I was able to put a good ride together.
Matt
Saturday, August 06, 2005
State Individual Time Trial
Today was the State Time Trial, and I have good news to share. Both Troy and myself took the state title. Troy in the U23 category and myself in the P12. I will give the detail later on when I am done eating.
Matt
Matt
Thursday, August 04, 2005
A Wise Old Owl
A wise old owl sat on an oak,
The more he saw the less he spoke;
The less he spoke the more he heard;
Why aren't we like that wise old bird?
-Edward Hersey Richards-
The more he saw the less he spoke;
The less he spoke the more he heard;
Why aren't we like that wise old bird?
-Edward Hersey Richards-
Tuesday, August 02, 2005
Ponder!
He who knows not and knows not that he knows not,
He is a fool--shun him;
He who knows not and knows he knows not,
He is simple--teach him;
He who knows and knows not he knows,
He is asleep--wake hime;
He who knows and knows he knows,
He is wise; follow him.
He is a fool--shun him;
He who knows not and knows he knows not,
He is simple--teach him;
He who knows and knows not he knows,
He is asleep--wake hime;
He who knows and knows he knows,
He is wise; follow him.
Sunday, July 31, 2005
Saturday, July 30, 2005
the word is out
You know, you think when your riding and cars are going past you fairly quicly they would not know what is written on your jersey and or shorts. Well I found out yestarday that is not always the case. I was in a bike shop down in corpus where I have started working part time. I was helping a customer and he was asking me about my riding and about halfway through my sentence he said "wait are you that MAD DUCK guy?" My reply was yes. So I thought I would share that with you guys.
Matt
Matt
Saturday, July 23, 2005
Friday, July 22, 2005
Monday, July 18, 2005
The Shower State
Well we just got back from Mississippi, racing the Mad Potter Stage Race. I titles this entry the shower state because if you live in Mississippi, then you will be taking a shower multiple times during the day. This is because when you go outside and stand in the shade motionless your body will begin to sweat like there is no tomorrow.
Ok, back to the trip. We (Shannon, Nate and myself) drove to Troys house on Thursday and then drove to Mississippi on Friday. Well this drive took about 3 hours longer than it should due to some unforeseen traffic problems. I can not complain because Nate did all of the driving. This guys works hard to keep the riders ready to race. So we arrived in Mississippi about 12:30 give or take. By the time we finally were in bed it was a little after 1am and had to be awake by 6am to race. So we arose bright eyed and bushy tailed, ok not really we awoke groggy and stiff. After breakfast we were off to the race, but wait my front wheel is still in the garage. Once we straightened that out were finally made it to the race site. (Nathan is still driving) We arrive with about 15 minutes until the start so we have to register, mix our bottles, warmup and get other pre-race routines accomplished.
The race is off and everything is going well, I'll cut to the chase. I attack, this is brought back Nate counters the attack this is brought back, I counter and we are off for the rest of the race, about 50 miles or so, about half way through the break I remember my doctor telling me "now these antibiotics I'm having you take may promote dehydration if you do prolonged exertions in the heat of the day." (O yea, I had a Root Canal done two days ago) As we get about 15k from the finish I begin to try and shed the riders in the breakaway. I manage to get two or more riders to drop. I attack with about a mile to go and some guy from Holland sticks on my wheel and the other follow next thing I know the 500 meter mark is there and then 300 meters so I begin to go and I am trying to sprint. I am free and then 10 feet from the line three front wheels appear and I am caught at the line.
That evening the TT was 2.5 miles. As far as I am concerned this is not a TT, but I will give it all I have. So that is how it went I caught my 30 second man and almost my minute man, but was 1 second from 1st. That is right 1 second. No worries this is a stage race based on points not time. So I am now sitting 2nd overall in points.
Sunday, the Criterium is 60 minutes. I tried to ask the officials if we could add another half hour to this since we are the last race and would not be holding another race up. Well, it did not work. If you have not figured me out I like longer races. The Crit was going as planned Nate got into a two man break and created a large gap very quickly, the only catch was that the other guy would not work. All I have to say to that is CRAZY. So they were brought back. I countered and was off with three other guys for the rest of the race. I picked up a prime in the process. With 3 corners to go I put a pedal into the ground. Now before you think anything. I had been testing every corner thoughout the whole race to see where I could pedal though. So that when the finish came I would not have to worry about it. Well, the old saying is not completely correct. Practice does not always make perfect. Right when I put that pedal into the ground the two Herring Gas riders attacked and got a gap that gap held all the way across the line. This left me 2nd in the overall classification for the weekend.
This race was fun and the courses were good. The race promoter is a very good guy. He let us stay at his house the whole weekend.
I would like the Thank all of those who make this team possible.
Also check out the new company website
www.compliancedepot.net
Matt "I did not know my body could sweat this much" Seagrave
Ok, back to the trip. We (Shannon, Nate and myself) drove to Troys house on Thursday and then drove to Mississippi on Friday. Well this drive took about 3 hours longer than it should due to some unforeseen traffic problems. I can not complain because Nate did all of the driving. This guys works hard to keep the riders ready to race. So we arrived in Mississippi about 12:30 give or take. By the time we finally were in bed it was a little after 1am and had to be awake by 6am to race. So we arose bright eyed and bushy tailed, ok not really we awoke groggy and stiff. After breakfast we were off to the race, but wait my front wheel is still in the garage. Once we straightened that out were finally made it to the race site. (Nathan is still driving) We arrive with about 15 minutes until the start so we have to register, mix our bottles, warmup and get other pre-race routines accomplished.
The race is off and everything is going well, I'll cut to the chase. I attack, this is brought back Nate counters the attack this is brought back, I counter and we are off for the rest of the race, about 50 miles or so, about half way through the break I remember my doctor telling me "now these antibiotics I'm having you take may promote dehydration if you do prolonged exertions in the heat of the day." (O yea, I had a Root Canal done two days ago) As we get about 15k from the finish I begin to try and shed the riders in the breakaway. I manage to get two or more riders to drop. I attack with about a mile to go and some guy from Holland sticks on my wheel and the other follow next thing I know the 500 meter mark is there and then 300 meters so I begin to go and I am trying to sprint. I am free and then 10 feet from the line three front wheels appear and I am caught at the line.
That evening the TT was 2.5 miles. As far as I am concerned this is not a TT, but I will give it all I have. So that is how it went I caught my 30 second man and almost my minute man, but was 1 second from 1st. That is right 1 second. No worries this is a stage race based on points not time. So I am now sitting 2nd overall in points.
Sunday, the Criterium is 60 minutes. I tried to ask the officials if we could add another half hour to this since we are the last race and would not be holding another race up. Well, it did not work. If you have not figured me out I like longer races. The Crit was going as planned Nate got into a two man break and created a large gap very quickly, the only catch was that the other guy would not work. All I have to say to that is CRAZY. So they were brought back. I countered and was off with three other guys for the rest of the race. I picked up a prime in the process. With 3 corners to go I put a pedal into the ground. Now before you think anything. I had been testing every corner thoughout the whole race to see where I could pedal though. So that when the finish came I would not have to worry about it. Well, the old saying is not completely correct. Practice does not always make perfect. Right when I put that pedal into the ground the two Herring Gas riders attacked and got a gap that gap held all the way across the line. This left me 2nd in the overall classification for the weekend.
This race was fun and the courses were good. The race promoter is a very good guy. He let us stay at his house the whole weekend.
I would like the Thank all of those who make this team possible.
Also check out the new company website
www.compliancedepot.net
Matt "I did not know my body could sweat this much" Seagrave
Wednesday, July 13, 2005
back in Corpus
Well I just arrived in Corpus Christi at my parents house. I was staying with Aunt Erin and Uncle Nathan in Dallas. I came home to have some dental work done, or what I thought was just replacing a filling that fell out. Well, really what ended up happening was a Root Canal. So my mouth is a little sore and I am not on antibiotics to be safe and make sure that I do not have any residual inffection. I had a feeling something was up, because I am pretty good about knowing when my body is dealing with an infection. Other than that I am going to try and take some pictures of where I call home when I am not on the road so you guys and pretend that you are visiting. Seeing as it is a long drive to Corpus Christi.
We will be racing this weekend in Biloxi Mississippi. I am looking forward to the massive 2.5 mile TT.
Check back here in a day or two for more updates and monday for some details on the race.
Matt "I have a hole in my tooth" Seagrave
We will be racing this weekend in Biloxi Mississippi. I am looking forward to the massive 2.5 mile TT.
Check back here in a day or two for more updates and monday for some details on the race.
Matt "I have a hole in my tooth" Seagrave
Sunday, July 10, 2005
whats shake'n
Well, I apologize for being a little late on this update.
I have to say that the 4th of July was very fun. There was watermelon, exploding lights and everything else that comes with the holiday. I went to the Kochs' family shindig. There was a perpetual grand finale going on for a few hours, just down the road from us at a fireworks stand. We too had fun getting to create our own show. Some of the bottle rockets even went in the wrong direction (towards the people). I had fun and made some new friends.
The rest of the week had been pretty uneventful except for Thursday when I had a ride scheduled and was about two hours into it, when a large thunderstorm rolled in. So I waited it out and then continued on. About a few miles into the continuation of the ride I noticed a noise coming from the rear wheel so I spun it and the wheel hardly moved. So I ride over to MAD DUCK and they show me that for some reason my bearings are shot on both sides. Ok so I get a loaner and head back to the house to get on the trainer. So I finish my ride on the trainer. Later I go to the Superdrome with Nate pull everything out of the car and realize my pedals are on the workbench of the garage. So I get to play "helper" This was actually fun.
Today was a longer day in the saddle. I did the bluebonnet ride then put a few more hours in just for safe measure.
Until Next Time
Matt
I have to say that the 4th of July was very fun. There was watermelon, exploding lights and everything else that comes with the holiday. I went to the Kochs' family shindig. There was a perpetual grand finale going on for a few hours, just down the road from us at a fireworks stand. We too had fun getting to create our own show. Some of the bottle rockets even went in the wrong direction (towards the people). I had fun and made some new friends.
The rest of the week had been pretty uneventful except for Thursday when I had a ride scheduled and was about two hours into it, when a large thunderstorm rolled in. So I waited it out and then continued on. About a few miles into the continuation of the ride I noticed a noise coming from the rear wheel so I spun it and the wheel hardly moved. So I ride over to MAD DUCK and they show me that for some reason my bearings are shot on both sides. Ok so I get a loaner and head back to the house to get on the trainer. So I finish my ride on the trainer. Later I go to the Superdrome with Nate pull everything out of the car and realize my pedals are on the workbench of the garage. So I get to play "helper" This was actually fun.
Today was a longer day in the saddle. I did the bluebonnet ride then put a few more hours in just for safe measure.
Until Next Time
Matt
Wednesday, June 29, 2005
Saturday Party!!!
What's up ya'll?
Well Saturday is going to be kickin (that is my slang for the day). There will be a reception for Shannon to congratulate her on the two national titles she earned this past week in Park City. There will also be a grand opening celebration for MAD DUCK ADVENTURE SPORTS. I ask that you guys come out and support the shop, because they have gone out of their way to help and support the team in our traveling and racing for the 2005 season.
Matt
Well Saturday is going to be kickin (that is my slang for the day). There will be a reception for Shannon to congratulate her on the two national titles she earned this past week in Park City. There will also be a grand opening celebration for MAD DUCK ADVENTURE SPORTS. I ask that you guys come out and support the shop, because they have gone out of their way to help and support the team in our traveling and racing for the 2005 season.
Matt
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
heatwave
Today on my ride towards the end I began to have a mental flash back Waynes World style (doo la loo, doo la loo, doo la loo etc.) about the cool weather in Utah. The reason why I was having this episode was because today I went for a 3 1/2 hour ride. For those who know me pretty well you know this is a shorter ride for myself so normally no problems. Well, being in Utah for about 3 weeks and acclimated to the cooler weather I had a little bit of a problem with the TEXAS HEAT. In the 3-1/2 hrs. I had to consume 7 bottles and a sprite just to attempt to keep up with my hydration needs. This was crazy.
Also on today's ride I came past a carwash/detail business where there was giant blowup rhino, with straps holding it down. Due to the strong winds, it seemed to be alive and trying to break free from the restraints (remember it was very hot when I was riding).
I am glad to be back. O yea, I forgot today was the first day I had a chance to ride because the airlines had lost my bike for about two days. Yea this was a real stresser ( maybe not even a word).
Also on today's ride I came past a carwash/detail business where there was giant blowup rhino, with straps holding it down. Due to the strong winds, it seemed to be alive and trying to break free from the restraints (remember it was very hot when I was riding).
I am glad to be back. O yea, I forgot today was the first day I had a chance to ride because the airlines had lost my bike for about two days. Yea this was a real stresser ( maybe not even a word).
Sunday, June 26, 2005
overview
Now I am back in Texas and the air feels like soup it is so thick! I want to Congratulate Shannon on some reallying good racing. I had a chance to drive the surburban throughout the road race course while the race was going on. Evertime she and the other girls would come past Shannon would be on the front pulling the other riders around. The finish was fun to watch when she made her final jump and Kim was not able to react. Putting Shannon across the line first.
Go check out the various pictures from the races on cyclingnews.com, www.actionpic9.com along with other various sights.
Matt
Go check out the various pictures from the races on cyclingnews.com, www.actionpic9.com along with other various sights.
Matt
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Elite National results
Well I had my two races yesterday and today. Yesterday was the time trial (35Km). I got there with plenty of time to get warmed up and this is exactly what I did. I was feeling pretty good rolling to the start get on the starting ramp and I a off. I get upto speed pretty quickly and try to settle in. For some reason I just could not find that rhythm I usually feel when doing a TT. But that is ok, I will just keep going and see what I can do on the way back from the turn around. At the beginning of the second half I am moving along at about 30mph and starting to feel better. He speed would vary for the rest of the ride but stayed at high as I could hold it. On the day I ended up 30th. I would have enjoyed a higher placing but it just was not meant to be.
Today was the road race (130miles). I woke up about 5am and got going on my morning routine. Which is eat and get dressed with a shower in there, before taking off for the race start. The warmup was minimal due to the length of the race. I do however ride around just encase someone gets the idea of taking of from the gun. Trust me guys do this sort of thing. Because I have tried it before. Ok back to the race. Everything stayed together except that a 14 man break got up the road and was eventually caught about 2 hours later. Early on I saw my chance to try and bridge the gap and tried but to no avail. I tried a move or two more and decided I was doing too much work and needed to just rest the legs a little bit but stay very attentive incase someone decided to try and make a move and I could follow the across. No this did not happen. After spending about 90 miles in the valley it was time to start heading back to town, which meant more climbing. Usually I am all for this because I can hang with these guys and still be able to fight it out closer to the line. In the beginning this was true over the first climb, but then on the second climb and final one before we hit town and do some smaller climbs. On this final bigger climb I looked to my right and I could see this very large monkey come running out of the bushed right toward our group. I thought to myself I hope he is not headed for me, because my legs still feel ok and he real hard stuff is almost over. Sure enough before we get most of the climb done he jumps on my back and will not let go. So I am officially off and trying to fight my way back. I finished the race and left everything I had on the road. This was not to most difficult course I have done this year but this was a pretty difficult race.
I might not have had my most stellar two days of racing but I can definitely say that I have learned a lot these past two days of racing. Both about myself and racing in and of itself.
I would like to thank everyone for there support. I just wish I had better results to share with you.
Matt
Today was the road race (130miles). I woke up about 5am and got going on my morning routine. Which is eat and get dressed with a shower in there, before taking off for the race start. The warmup was minimal due to the length of the race. I do however ride around just encase someone gets the idea of taking of from the gun. Trust me guys do this sort of thing. Because I have tried it before. Ok back to the race. Everything stayed together except that a 14 man break got up the road and was eventually caught about 2 hours later. Early on I saw my chance to try and bridge the gap and tried but to no avail. I tried a move or two more and decided I was doing too much work and needed to just rest the legs a little bit but stay very attentive incase someone decided to try and make a move and I could follow the across. No this did not happen. After spending about 90 miles in the valley it was time to start heading back to town, which meant more climbing. Usually I am all for this because I can hang with these guys and still be able to fight it out closer to the line. In the beginning this was true over the first climb, but then on the second climb and final one before we hit town and do some smaller climbs. On this final bigger climb I looked to my right and I could see this very large monkey come running out of the bushed right toward our group. I thought to myself I hope he is not headed for me, because my legs still feel ok and he real hard stuff is almost over. Sure enough before we get most of the climb done he jumps on my back and will not let go. So I am officially off and trying to fight my way back. I finished the race and left everything I had on the road. This was not to most difficult course I have done this year but this was a pretty difficult race.
I might not have had my most stellar two days of racing but I can definitely say that I have learned a lot these past two days of racing. Both about myself and racing in and of itself.
I would like to thank everyone for there support. I just wish I had better results to share with you.
Matt
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