Race Reports for Tour of America's Dairyland

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Race rating (5)

Comments: This race was on the schedule all year, but it was never really set aside as an “A” goal, that just kind of happened as my fitness came around and I peaked properly for the beginning of the 10 days of racing. Let’s see how we can fair in the Masters ¾ overall. Although I finished off the podium in 4th position, it was a great race, a great experience, and I learned a whole lot about bike racing, stage racing, how my body reacts to repeated racing days, and got some great training in for Cyclocross Season. I went through a lot during the race, and rather than bore anybody with a daily synopsis I jotted down some random thoughts throughout the week that really show the different places that my mind was during that time...... * How come I am not hungry and seem to have to force myself to eat. And to make matters worse, NOTHING tastes good. * Dealing with the ‘racing stack’ of repeated days is a learning experience. * As a previous weekend warrior, I have a newfound respect

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