I've done something really really stupid

[crazycanuck]

Well..first off, don't just rock up on the day & expect your hubby to explain the course to you! That doesn't make sense to me. Can you go out there & check it out before hand? I don't mean to be rude but...

One thing-if someone says "rider" MOVE as quickly to the left as you can. I hope the organizers drill it into everyone's mind to say "please" and "thank you". People will zoom past you but don't panic.

Is this the Beechworth chain gang event? Sounds like tons of fun!

Ensure you have a nutrition plan, don't go hard out on your first lap, HAVE FUN!!!

[Bushranger]

Yeah, our plan is to have a look this week, but I have been there a few times before so its not unknown. Yes, its the Beechworth one. I wanted dh to give me some low down on any major changes to the route in case we did not get there this week because of work/kids etc. Not rude at all, happy for the feedback!

[crazycanuck]

*Phew*!

Just remember when you're wandering around the course prior to the event, give it a shot two or three times. That way you can visualize the course & remember where to speed up or slow down. Don't forget to make a list of stuff you need! Extra clothes-you'll sweat then cool down so be careful!

I've heard about the Beechworth race & sounds like tons of fun! Have you ridden Mt Buller (?) or where the 06 Commonwealth Games MTB course is (i can't remember the name now).

We rode a bit of the area & then "walked" part of the XC course OMG...

There are some great tracks in Vic & would love to explore them one of these days! It;'ll be a while before i can do anything technical in terms of Mtn biking due to my right leg. However, my goal is to be able to participate in the 12hr in December

Have fun!

[Melalvai]

One thing-if someone says "rider" MOVE as quickly to the left as you can.

In Australia you pass on the right? It seems logical, it had just not occurred to me.

[madisongrrl]

In Australia you pass on the right? It seems logical, it had just not occurred to me.

It depends. Mountain biking is different than triathlon where USAT rules dictate that you stay on the right and pass on the left. For mountain biking, it will depend on the rules of the race director and what organization is governing the race.

Our XC race series are governed my Norba. We also have additional rules as per the director of the WI state series. For our series you are supposed to ask for a pass, then the rider in front of you should move either left or right (depends on terrain and situation). It's all about safe passing and communication. If there isn't room to pass, then you have to wait until it's "safe".