Team: Team Harrisburg

Category/Class: Expert Women 29 & under

Place: 1st

Email: ko_22@yahoo.com

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

I really did enjoy them all, but I would have to say White Haven. I liked the rocky parts and doing a single loop. Plus I felt real good that day.

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

When training, big gears are your friend.

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

I like the chance to come out and see all the great people that I only get the opportunity to talk with at mtn bike races.

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

I am not sure yet, but somewhere between March and June!

What month do you start your pre-season training?

November. I took some time off in October and I start back into things with weight training, running, some riding. Training gets longer and more specific to riding over the next few months.

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

I commute to work on my bike a couple times a week. The ride is broken up, riding to and from work, so I don't totally freeze. The only things that really get cold in the winter are my feet and hands. I use those little heating pads for my feet and I have heavy gloves. Lots of layers. I look like an alien creature when I'm all bundled up! Plus I will run and mtn bike and the cold doesn't bother me as much doing that.

What are your goals for the 2002 season?

I am not sure yet. It depends on sponsorship really.

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

Sorry to say I don't have any suggestions. I thought the race series went well.