My friend and I competed in the 24 hours of Steamboat, but signed up as a duo for the 12 hours. Let's begin the discussion with the fact that i had and still have Bronchitis. i became sick with it 2 weeks before the race and didn't really train. i knew that i couldn't back out being that i promised to do it and i hate quitting (or admitting that i'm sick).
The course is very grueling 2100 feet vertical each lap. Along with the killer climb was a VERY fun technical single track down. i was coughing the whole way up the first lap and had no energy for the downhill. my 2nd lap, i took my time and actually enjoyed the whole ride. My 3rd lap, was terrible, my lungs were on fire due to the cold and wind. ok..enough *****ing...
Turns out we were the only all girls team to sign up for the 12 hour. So we took it easy and got the job done. My friend did 4 laps and i did 3. We actually beat the 2 mixed duo teams and some of the men's teams!!
it was a tough race, but felt real good when it was over. we agreed to do it again next year. it's amazing that you don't remember how horrible you feel during these endurance races. :) stupidity!!
