We haven't been here since the bike was upgraded (I think) and our best lap time at that stage was about 31 minutes. So, with fresh legs, we headed off at a gentle pace, taking it nice and easy, with the intention of tackling the corners with the suspension for the first time. About 35 minutes later we popped out and decided it was too easy. We'd been gossiping like old ladies as we rode, so was more of a gentle stroll than a training ride.
Straight into the next lap, no hanging about, and this time we put a bit more gas into it. I hugged the trees a bit closer, skirted the puddles tighter, and hit the corners with a bit more speed. Time for lap 2 was 30 minutes, a new best for us, but I wasn't happy yet. We'd still be chatting merrily as we rode, no stress, no pressure, no worries. Lap 3 was to be faster again!
In we go, this time I'm taking advantage of the terrain more, cutting into the corners harder, faster on the downhill sections, later braking on the windy bits, and no cruising this time. End result? 29 minutes including gossip! Hell yea!
It was starting to get dark, so we wandered back to the car. I was happy, this is the kind of riding where we're competitive and having fun too. Perfect. Some more of these sessions and we'll be ready to kick some arse in 'the rage' in a few weeks time.
Of course, it was too easy, so tonight, in the drizzle and southerly winds, we're doing another sprint training session. As happy as I was after last nights session, the glow will have faded before I finish tonight. Well and truly faded.
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