Quote Originally Posted by RoadRaven View Post
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SheFly! Sorry I haven’t been back in this thread for a while! I have read your response quite a few times but just not posted!
Thanks for the well-considered, constructive feedback. You are right about over-thinking, but I like to time trial so much I think it is prolly inevitable!
You write: “When I am on my TT bike, all else is irrelevant. Me, my position, my power, my bike and the road are all that matters.”
Yes, this is how I am… but unlike you, I don’t try to increase my power output if I am passed. The key for me is not to get thrown out of my rhythm or blow my heart rate when passed.
It is so much about headspace, isn’t it?

Trust you have enjoyed the TTs in 2006 and are looking forward (as I am) to next year’s racing. c
I think that the TT effort is equal parts power and "headspace". Sounds like you have some great goals for the coming year, too!

DH and I have our sights set on the club course record on our tandem this year - sub 20 min for 9.75 miles ! I'll keep you posted. Personally, I'd like to set another PR on the course as well. My best time last year was 24:32, and I'd LIKE to get that down below 24:00. I think it may be a stretch goal, but we'll see!

My other goal for the season is to upgrade my 'cross category and to be competitive (aka, not last) in the Elite Women's category.

Good luck on your goals, and Happy New Year to you as well!

SheFly