Last night I had the opportunity to compete in the Hermann Cross race. This was the first cross race of the year for me and many others. This race definitely lived up to its billing as a top-rated event! The field was stacked . . . 45 deep. Current and previoius state and national champions were called up to the line a little before 8. When that was completed I was able to roll up to the line and take my coveted spot in the last row. I knew right away I had THE SPOT! Ha, it was tough going from there. The first lap or two I just tried to settle in. From then on just tried to maintain contact with the people in front of me and continue to add to my gap over a few of my competitors.
The course was VERY muddy in a few spots. The conditions made for an epic race. I will try to post pics if I see some posted on the web. Either way, I got pulled after being lapped by the leader when he had four laps to go. Not bad considering I thought I would have been pulled earlier. Anyway, I'm psyched CX has started and can't wait until the next race.
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