Event (QBIII -Day 2 Oppys Gully) 54:37 [3] *** 4.2 km (13:00 / km) +80m 11:52 / km
spiked:6/7c
Driving in the terrain reminded me of Belford, and so it was. Very friendly terrain, 1 huge long leg which despite me breaking it into 4 parts still was a long way - about 1/3 of the whole course. Completely missed 1 route choice, despite it being my backup plan if the creek crossing should prove difficult (it certainly didn't). The terrain 1-2-3 made it clear that diverting from the straight line option was a waste for me. The long grass was a bit of a downer in this long leg too. But I shouldn't whinge as rockman also decided to go red lining too - silly boy!
Kept up a steady jog throughout with a few bits of walking and tried awefully hard towards the end when I thought I was safe. The whole aim is to be safe and not make mistakes in vague areas - and it was vague!!!
But the courses were great and I ended up only 20 sec behind 1st so retained my 2nd position. Still got to remember to breathe!! Not quite at ease in the bush still. Still lacking confidence.
Edit: Splits report no time loss! YAY!