I have always wanted use that phrase, and finally thought that would be an ample way to describe the Firecracker 50. As for most, the first lap was great and I felt good. Then my eyes begain to look up at these long tunnels of darkness (climbs). This is the area where I need to improve the most. When there is a big climb, I can get it done but I am slow and it takes a lot of energy. More than half way through the second lap I got a flat. I think I ran over piece of barb wire, as my tire was sliced. It took some time, but got back up and running. Overall, I was disappointed in my time, but felt good that I finished.
I do have a chance for atonement at the Laramie Enduro. To be honest, I am quite nervous about this race. I have no idea what to expect. One side of my warped thought process says , it can't be as tough as FC50 because there is not as much climbing. However, when reality shows its face in my logic, it says, this race is simply 20 mile longer... better get your chubby butt ready. I think it is going to be hot and humid with no place to hide. Reading some race accounts there good reason to be nervous, and that in the long run is healthy.
Family matters...last week the crew headed out to Crested Butte to enjoy the some time outdoors together. Well, we got the together time, just not to much of the outdoors. It pretty much rained the whole time. CB was still awesome. Great vibe and real strong appreciation for the two-wheeled wonders. Definately a lottery town. If we won the lottery...
After couple days in "close quarters" we boogied over to Glenwood Springs to soak in the hot springs. It was real nice. After which we came across the restaurant called Juicy Lucy's Steakhouse, pictured above. The other two photos are from CB. Have a great week.
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