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2nd Place SPORT
Men Master 45-49
Karl Faruzel - CHENANGO POINT / Metalurges |
Date: August 26, 2001 Event: White Haven Challenge Name: Karl Faruzel City: Binghamton State/Province: NY Country: USA Age: 45 CLASS +/or Age group: Master Men 45-49 Category: Sport Team: Chenango Point/ Metalurges XC Race Bike: Moots YBB ( borrowed for this race) Tires: Michelin/Panaracer Conditions: Rocky and Technical |
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Did you do everything you could to prepare for today's race?
Yes, I went camping for a week and took my road bike in hopes of getting some miles in. My diet was hit or miss for the week.
Did you have any problems getting into the singletrack?
No. Other than after leading into it, I crashed.
How did you like the long climbs?
They were a great place to make up time. Also they provided a breather from the single track.
Were you strong from start to finish?
Yes, Despite some leg cramps from not being able to get a full leg extension.
Were you happy with the way the race was run?
Yes, Everything ran smoothly. A nice job by the promoters.
When did you put the hammer down?
Being on an unfamiliar bike. I decided to stay in the group on the long start then attack at the road. Because this way I could stand up to pedal. John Thompson was outclimbing me. But I was keeping him honest on the flatter sections. We had a great race. We worked well together after we got a gap. Thanks John that was fun.
Did you have any unusual problems?
Where do I begin. I registered and got my bike out. While I was setting the shock pressure the seal blew. Thus ending my day. Seeing that Don Morrison was working the vent and not racing. I asked if he brought his bike, if so could I race it. He said yes. So I tried to set it up to fit me. I really needed about two inches more seatpost. But riding versus not was the way to go. Also the brakes were opposite to me. I figured this might land me on my head once in awhile, but that didn't happen. Don's bike was so dialed it braked and shifted every time it was asked. One nice scoot.
Did you have any interesting experiences during your race (exchanges with competitors/spectators)?
Just some mistakes from riding Don's bike and thinking I was on mine.
Do you enjoy point to point races more than lap races?
Yes. You have to be able to read the trails and adapt to all conditions. Rather than get dialed to a course.