Race Prep (Day Zero)

I finally got some good sleep. Maybe 8 hours. It had been while and I needed it. Today we registered, prepped our bikes and gear, and went to the racers meeting. I practically worked most of the morning - it was a bit stressful trying to wrap things up at work knowing I had to prepare for a major race. At race meeting and reg site I got a chance to catch up with some friends including fusion sport mate Geoff Luttrell, Dr. Bob Forster (Forster PT/Phase IV), Tom Hayes (Jim Long's Cape Epic '07 teammate), and Barry who gave me a lift. Jo's husband Tim points out to me that's Barry Wicks. Ok, so I'm not good at recognizing pros in street clothes but I do feel a bit of a jackass especially since I've seen him at the local cross races and I should know who he is. Oh well.

So race starts tomorrow at 9am. Lots of fun singletrack. I'm excited.



AJ and Tim picking up schwag



Me, Tim, Jo, James, and Nick under the start banner



Race Meeting at Shawnigan Lake School



Jo posing with "Randy" (inside joke)