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OFF SEASON INTERVIEW
FEBRUARY 2001 |
City: Oklahoma City
State/Province: Oklahoma
Country: USA
Team: Nantucket Nectars/ Specialized
What do you do for cross training? (not cyclocross, but off the bike exercise)?
I run cross country for my school. This year I made the all city team.
Do you take time off the bike in the winter?
Yes I do.
How do you avoid weight gain in the winter?
umm..I have no idea. I usually gain a couple, but it goes right off when I start training again. No worries.
What month do you plan on coming into fitness for the 2001 season?
I plan on coming into race fitness at the end of February-early March. I have to get ready for the Sea-Otter.
What month do you start your pre-season training?
January
How do you deal with riding in the winter conditions (cold, snow, ice, lack of daylight)?
I try to ride outdoors as much as I can, but when it is absolutely impossible I ride my rollers or my trainer. When there is lack of daylight, but good weather, I sometimes go on mtb night rides with my dad.
What are your goals for the 2001 season?
I want to win the World Championships in Vail, Colorado. I also want to podium at a NORBA race in the pro category.
Is the "pro mountain bike racer" lifestyle as much fun as you thought it would be?
The lifestyle is great. I love racing at this level. It is all I expected and more!!!