TR Stage Seven

Yesterday I made the decision to abandon my attempt to finish all N American MTB stage races at the second checkpoint of TransRockies after first breaking my disc rotor off then shortly after having the derailleur hanger fail. It was a tough pill to swallow but it seems like this year I have had to learn a lesson: learning with to give up when the potential losses outweigh any possible gain.

In that mode, I woke up later, chilled out and watched the start of the last stage of the 2010 TR. We made the short drive to Canmore just in time for the sun to come out. After unloading the car at the hotel we went to the finish line to congratulate those who can conquered the event.

It wasn’t long before riders started showing up and I was able to watch the finish of a stage race as a spectator for the first time. I got to see the elation and accomplishment and knew the feelings from previous experience. Not my choice, but it was a cool new perspective!

Jon came quickly after having a great ride today. It was weird to see him finish alone but I was glad he made it with all the hassles we endured this week. Jon is one of the most accomplished TR riders around and he deserved to ride the race in its entirity.

The evening feast was awesome and I thoroughly stuffed myself in preparation for Breck Epic! Until then roll on…