Well, it has admittedly been awhile since my last entry. Hard to believe that we're mid-way through the season already. I now have a little over 2 months of racing in my legs and already many great moments with my Juvederm Specialized Mazda team mates. Rather than a detailed run down of each twist and turn I'll share some of the pics of the journey.
Guz, Rams & I enjoying a coffee post recon of the Gila crit course, mmmmm!!
Me suffering up one of the many Gila climbs while receiving some encouragement from Patty, our mechanic: as my first big race of the season it was a painful but effective means of getting back in shape.
Following a superb performance by the Team at Gila we said goodbye to Rams (off to Pan Ams), Mary (home to work) & Laura (our DS for Gila). The rest of us then drove over 1/3rd the width of the USA to reach Fayettville Arkansas where we would race Joe Martin Stage Race (May 5-8). Here our small but strong team goofs around a bit after pre-riding the TT hill climb course.... from picture left clockwise: Anne Guzman, moi, Lex Albrecht, Vero Labonte, and my awesome light Specialized Amira S-Works. Hands down the nicest race bike I've ever had the privilege to ride. And its women's specific to boot! Well done Specialized!!
Photo kind compliments of Peter Kraiker. Check out more of his great shots @ kraikerphoto.com / studiofstop.com
This is during the hill climb- OUCH!! My team mate Lex had a stellar ride clocking the 5th fastest time up. With a lot of work and a little luck the week unfolded well for our team. Lex ended up finishing 3rd overall thanks to time bonuses for her amazing two 2nd place finishes (in Friday's road stage & Sunday's Criterium).
Taking some wind at the front in Saturday's road stage. Picture courtesy of Lyne Lamouseux.
More of Lyne's work. Beautiful lush green country thanks to an unseasonably wet spring in Fayettville. Random fact: Fayettville is the birthplace of Walmart. Without this mega company originating here it wouldn't have the major airport it boasts.
More of the beautiful Arkansas countryside made even more beautiful by our hot Hincapie kit!! Thanks Guz for designing & thanks Hincapie for making!! Pictured: myself & Guz, quickly becoming known on the team as Lady GuzGuz.
Horsing around pre-race in front of a frequently visited coffee shop. This one for our moms!!
Thanks for checking in. Part II coming soon.
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