North of England CX Champs Sun 8th December at Yorksport
Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2013 6:56 pm
Lots of Clifton jerseys in evidence today in all categories of racing. I raced in the vets 40-49 category (just!) along with John S. A great race on a tough circuit which got more and more chewed up as the races progressed. No idea where I finished but I met my targets for my first CX race in that I wasn't last (by any means) and only got lapped right at the end.
John was a good half lap in front of me by halfway through the race so I've no idea how he got on, hopefully John will post his update on here. It would also be nice to see posts from the Juniors and Female Clifton riders who took part as well...
I really enjoyed the race and the shouts of encouragement from all of the crowd were very welcome. If anyone is thinking of having a go, especially with the upcoming evening floodlit races, my advice would be to do it, it's a great experience- hard work but good fun
Speaking of hard work, I've no power gadgets but as an indication of the intensity my average HR for the 45 min race was 170bpm. My max is only 184!!!
John was a good half lap in front of me by halfway through the race so I've no idea how he got on, hopefully John will post his update on here. It would also be nice to see posts from the Juniors and Female Clifton riders who took part as well...
I really enjoyed the race and the shouts of encouragement from all of the crowd were very welcome. If anyone is thinking of having a go, especially with the upcoming evening floodlit races, my advice would be to do it, it's a great experience- hard work but good fun
Speaking of hard work, I've no power gadgets but as an indication of the intensity my average HR for the 45 min race was 170bpm. My max is only 184!!!