Event: Escape From Granogue

Name: Brandon Draugelis

City: Locust Gap

State/Province: PA

Country: USA

Age: 16

Place: 2nd

Category: Expert

CLASS +/or Age group: Junior

Team: none

XC Race Bike: Jekyll

Tires: Panaracer Fire Pro

Conditions: dry and fast, with one technical climb

Email: B_gapper04@excite.com

How was your fitness level going into this race?

I felt that it was really good.

Were you happy with your position going into the singletrack?

Yes. I was in second place behind Bryan.

Were you strong from start to finish?

No. I pushed myself really hard the first and last laps, and went a little easier on the second lap.

When did you put the hammer down?

When I was catching up to Adam in the middle of the last lap.

Did you have any unusual problems?

No.

Were you happy with the way the race was run?

Yes. The course was great, and the awards came quick.

Did you have any interesting experiences during your race (exchanges with competitors/spectators)?

No.

Anything you would like to add?

No.