i coined the term, "pinwheel of death".

...just so we are clear.

i skipped racing on saturday at the red barn.
it's only the second weekend so far that i have not raced both days.

it was nice to take a day off.

...well not totally off.

i went out to salem hills for some ripping fast laps with big matt.
i was rocking the single speed mtn bike, all decked out with front suspension courtesy of the national champ. thanks buddy, my back never felt so good after a mtn ride!

thought i was going to die holding matts wheel, but really really didn't want to lose it, since it's the first time i've ever been able to even stick with him on any trail, ever.

he says he's out of shape, and i believe him. he is a fast fast guy, but i'll take what i can get.
a day i'll remember; the day i held his wheel off road.

so, sunday was back2school cx in northfield, (if you don't recall last year check my recap).

the race was interesting.
...to say the least.

i had a good start for once! so, that was new.
was maybe 6th or 8th onto the hill, but i lost some spots on it...

you may remember my genius idea to switch over to campy parts this year? well, that carried over to the cx bike as well.

the only problem? well, i only have one cassette.

it's 11-23.

so, after darwin, powderhorn, and northfield, all featuring monster climbs, i am feeling it.
i need to find something before the states, or i am toast.

so, the 38-23 was hurting more everylap, and a front flat on the downhill section put me way back... but i was able to overcome the burning desire to quit, and finished up 20th overall, and 8th in a2.

eh.

other notable things;

- i was ahead of adam "squeeky" begman on lap 3, before i flatted. that makes no sense.
- hollywood threw a class a hissy-fit.
- i pooped on the course. during the women's race. amazing.
- i claimed no knowledge of this "super rookie" person, and only paid $20 to race. a $30 savings!
- 61 minutes plus one lap is just mean.
- skinnyski.com is rad.