The last few weeks have been pretty simple. Training,
hanging out with family, friends, cooking good food, and resetting focus to hit
the racing again. I did get a chance to pick up my sweet new ride from Emery’s
and take it out a few time. Look for an update on that coming soon. First
impressions? It’s got a bigger wheel, and once I got used to that, I love it.
It’s fast, it’s nimble, and it goes where you want it to. I was worried I would
have to change my riding style, but what it’s done for me is enhance my riding
style. I’m going just as fast as I was before, but now I feel like there is a
lot more speed waiting to get let out. Along with the new bike is the new
clothing. Team Wisconsin changed it up a little this year with a new kit style.
Like the look, and the new clothing supplier Hincapie makes some quality stuff.
I wouldn’t say it’s perfect, but you can tell it’s made by people who ride as
much as I do.
The coaching business has been doing well. I’ve picked up a
total of 4 athletes and they are all doing well. There is always a transition
period while you get used to the new relationship, but I’m starting to really
understand them for the people and athletes they are and I think it’s gonna be
a good year. One of my athletes, Max, broke his wrist while out playing around
on the MTB. The bad news is that he’s out for a little while, but the good news
is that most of his big goals are later so he should be back at it in plenty of
time. It might even put some extra fuel on the fire for the later end of the CX
season. Send him good vibes.
If you’re looking for a coach, hit me up and I’d love to
work with you. See my coaching page for more info.
Looking ahead, it’s time to race! Motivation is high and I
can’t wait to get the legs going again with some racing action. California was
cool, but I wasn’t in any kind of racing shape. I can’t wait to hit the dirt
with the usual WORS suspect and characters in Iola this coming weekend. The
temps might be cold, but the company will be warm. I’ll be out pre-riding Saturday
and anyone is welcome to join me. Just say hey and I’d love to do a lap with
you.
Keeping it short today, check back for updates on the new
bike, coaching and of course, WORS #1!
