SRMR: Technical Update on My Setup
Something technical for a change—at least a little bit. My setup for the Silk Road Mountain Race (SRMR) is slowly taking shape. The bike is ready, and I’ve also decided…
Shifting Focus
After the race is before the race. And the time until the start of the SRMR is ticking fast. So, it’s time to shift my focus to the Focus Raven…
Race Day 4: From Konjic to Banja Luka — Vlasic in Heat Mode and a Cool Finish with a Beer
Konjic – Checkpoint. And yes: I slept well. Really well. The best night’s sleep in weeks. The hotel even managed to pack me a breakfast. Not just “any old breakfast,”…
The Toughest Day: Mountains, Heat, and a Storm Hot on My Heels
Today was shaping up to be the toughest day. Because of the elevation gain and the forecast of rain later in the afternoon, it was clear as soon as I…