Three days down of the SRAM Ladies Lounge and we are killing it! Great turnout both days and I’m super inspired by all the pros and the attendees. There is such a good vibe of sharing info, tips and motivation! I’ve even learned a few things. I’m so impressed with all the pros from downhillers to road taking time to come share their experience. No matter what, this Sea Otter is a success for me because of the Ladies Lounge! Thanks SRAM for supporting it and all the SRAM pro women for being so available.
I’ve been loving the sunny, warm weather and have been out riding with Susan every day. We’re so over snow and cold in Idaho that we have been getting up super early every day to make sure we take full advantage of being on dirt in shorts and no shoe covers or warm weather gear.
The pro short track was yesterday, but I did not race. Running the Lounge took most of my energy. Today was the pro XC race that’s been changed to a multiple small lap format to more closely mimic the UCI races. I have to say, I’m not a fan of the small lap format, but I’ll take my medicine and get in a great intensity workout. Today was the last day of the Ladies Lounge, and it has been a great experience. We had Team TIBCO warming up before their races, which was super cool for everyone. Then right afterwards, they came back to discuss their races individually. It’s amazing how helpful it is to have firsthand contact with all the riders from different disciplines. I still have not had much time to roam the venue and talk to sponsors and friends. Sunday will be my day for catching up with that stuff!
SRAM hot laps with Nic, Chris and Susan. We were treated to some really fast driving (with pro drivers) around the racetrack and it was a blast…tires squealing and all.
The venue before all the people arrived, quiet and empty!
