Event: No Cent Summer Sizzler

Name: Rick Mihills

City: Elkton,

State/Province: MD

Country: USA

Age: 37

Place: 1st

Category: Expert

CLASS +/or Age group: 35-39

Team: First State Velo Sport

XC Race Bike: Moots YBB

Tires: Hutchinson Python

Conditions: Dry and fast

How was your fitness level going into this race?

I didn't think my fitness was that great due to my previous result at Blue Marsh. I rode hard this week and felt great. I assumed I would be a little tired today.

Were you happy with your position going into the singletrack?

I was ahead of Blair Saunders. I'm always happy with that.

Were you strong from start to finish?

I felt great from beginning to end.

When did you put the hammer down?

I tried to ride hard whenever the trail opened up or went up.

Did you have any unusual problems?

Slammed my chest on the seat riding over a log pile. I could have done without that.

Were you happy with the way the race was run?

Great event. Guys always puts on a great race.

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

Other competitors were very courteous while passing. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Anything you would like to add?

Thanks to all our teammates who cheered us on and kept us all fed with Gu and bottles.