Cat 1 is the fastest, yes? Cats are graded on ability, not age?

So you have moved up a grade and had it confirmed officially that you are improving. Huge congrats, Shefly... this is a great and challenging reward for all your training and efforts.

Awesome effort on your crit - how anyone could average 35km around all those corners is still way beyond my ken!

I had smile with your last comment in your first post - this is where I am... although since moving up a grade I am moving into the category of not always being last... that is good, but my aim is still to come in with the front bunch... its tough going from regular firsts to be the regular lanterne rouge! But thats ok... it makes the drive and incentive stronger.

Looking forward to reading your race reports later