Training Log Archive: glewis

Event: Gear Grinder 2018 MTB-O
 

Gear Grinder MTBO event. First overall by about 6 minutes. I knew I was doing decently, but it was difficult to track as I was first out and didn't really see many other riders.

Raining throughout, varying from steady to pouring. Trails were incredily muddy, with loads of standing water and a number of sections with running water. Had only 2 issues where I missed a turn, but caught them within 100 m. Other than that I kept great contact with the map. Between 9 and 11 (10 was removed due to rain) I broke my chain again, but was able to quickly fix it with a quick link. After that, I couldn't really pedal in my lowest gear in the front without jamming up the chain. I think this was mostly due to the horrible conditions. Still, I plan to rebuild the drive train in time for the MSAR.

Erik set a great course; some good nav choice with a definite need to stay found the whole time. Hope to come back for it next year!

C • Awesome job , especially in... 3

Advanced - Splits

Run at Cheslen. Started at the lot on Cannery Rd to avoid the swamp on the lower field. Felt strong, so I kept the pace up for the entire run. Trails were surprisingly dry, with only one or two wet sports.

Been very rainy all week - took a run at Cheslen during a less rainy afternoon. Parked at Stargazer - the lower field was completely swamped across the middle. Crossed it in water up past my knees. Ended up making for a good training run as I went all the way across the red trail to 162 and then finished back through a different but equally swampy section of the lower field.

Sylvan beat my legs up pretty bad, so I've been rather sore until today. Just did some time on the Arc to get some movement back in my legs.