Race Previews

Hobbits in the Shire...

Friday, 18 April 2014 06:10

By Devon Palmer (palmertri.wordpress.com)

Season Opener

We’re only a week away from the season! I’m kicking off at the Falls Duathlon. If you’re looking for a fun and low key local race to get your season started, look no further. After that it is all about the Gear West Duathlon. My best friend Steve Stenzel and I (photo L) had a pretty intense competition in the relay event last year but this year I’m racing solo. Wishing Steve the best of luck! If you don’t know Steve you should get to know him. If you see a brightly-colored speedo-clad hobbit at a race, that’s Steve. Go up and say hi. Tell him how cool he looks. Tell him he must be the most athletic hobbit in the Shire. Tell him I sent you. Gosh we’re great friends....

My training has been very different this year and I’m eager to see what the results are. I’d say it’s better but training can’t be really judged until you race so we’ll have to wait and see.

The Weather

What would a blog post be without some discussion of the weather. The snow last week made me sad. But then by Sunday I rode four hours on mostly dry roads in shorts. Oh Minnesota. Such a dynamic place in the spring. Get yourself off the trainer and outside to ride! READ MORE