Category/Class: Senior Sport I

Place: 3rd

Email: tnorejko_xspot@yahoo.com

What was your favorite Super Series race for 2001 and why?

I liked the Spring Mountain Challenge the best because it had a mix of everything, and it was on a ski slope. I thought every race was awesome this year because I've never ridden any of these places in the past.

Pretend you are coaching your closest competitor........ what would you tell them to do differently in 2002 in order to beat you?

I was beaten by a lot of riders in my class, so I need to be better for next year.

What is it about mtb racing (BESIDES WINNING) that is MOST fun for you?

Just competing is fun for me. Riding as hard as you can for as long as you can is a blast.

What month do you plan on coming into fitness for the 2002 season?

I'll try to be in decent shape by March or April.

What month do you start your pre-season training?

Usually in November I start lifting weights and running.

How do you deal with riding in the winter conditions (cold, snow, ice, lack of daylight)?

I usually do spin class, lift weights, and run during the week. On weekends, I usually ride my road bike both days if it's not raining or snowing.

What are your goals for the 2002 season?

Just try to improve my fitness, and get stronger. Hopefully I can think about racing in some Expert classes in 2002. I'd also like to do more long distance events (100 milers and 24 Hour Races) in 2002.

If there was just ONE thing that you would like to see improved for next year (2002) - what would it be?

I need to improve with technical riding, downhill skills, and steep uphills. I also have trouble with tight twisty courses that are tough to pass on.