It was the last provincial of the 2012 season and doing relatively well on the Giba track last year I was excited about racing! SA champs was the race to follow this one and I went there with a mindset of wanting to stay positive, regardless of my result and keep myself in one piece before SA champs!
All our prayers were answered on Saturday night when the heavens opened and soaked the desperate dry course with a lot of water, the perfect amount of water. I was feeling awkward on my bike... but was really enjoying myself after a couple of runs.
My first race run was safe but I wasnt very happy with the outcome. I was lying 4th junior and after a little rest I headed back up the mountain, knowing If I took some risks I could get a decent time and contest for the podium!
The second race run started off really well, but I made a rookie error and decided to take a risky line which cost me. I found myself skidding with one foot on the bike, and one off and really out of control. I finished my run a bit slower than my first and had to settle for 4th junior and 8th overall.
With the KZN DH series being over, a big thanks must go to Greg Minnaar Cycles and Mongoose and everyone else involved in this years series! It was awesome to see so many new people joining our downhill family!
You have made a best blog on your Race!
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