Ibis Tranny taking in Mars Ridge
Against any sort of good judgment, I headed to Sun Valley for the 2011 national event only planning to race single speed. My Ibis pal Don Myrah and I rolled out for a pre-ride on our geared bikes and it became instantly apparent that the race was going to be another joke.
The course began with some fun single track (if riding downhill) instead it was more of the “un-climb-able” climb challenge. This led to steep uphill fire-road followed by an equally steep gravel road descent. The main loop was completed on a long switchback trail followed by a lap around the ski lodge which included about a hundred yards of man-made rock garden which was flat to slightly uphill.
First amusement was arriving at the venue in the afternoon only to discover that the registration was “closed”. Apparently USAC officials are taking siestas now or need naps to handle their stressful jobs—afterall they have to yell at their customers all day! Having a couple hours to kill Don and I “pre-rode” the course which amounted to pushing our bikes up at least half the trail then coasting back down. Since I had gears on my bike this wasn’t a good sign! Read more »
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