A few weeks ago I went home for a race I do every year called 'Race to sunset'. It's a 12 hour race which is perfect training for the upcoming 24 hour world championships. More so, it's an opportunity to see my family, and I mean my entire family as they roll out the RV and set up camp for me!
Well, this year I wanted to share the experience with some close friends of mine: Handsome Rob, Jen G, and a new friend of mine since the trip, Tony Stalion.
My family hosted all of us like we were top professionals as our laundry was done every day, amazing hot meals were served and unbelievable relaxation was provided... I owe a HUGE thank you to mom and Gary. Again, thank you... (I so look forward to stealing Libby from NYC and bringing her with me next time.)
The race went well and we all had our successes. Jen finished 2nd overall in the time-trial, even beating all the guys! (Rob crashed pretty hard on his - so it would have been close...) Rob and Tony won their category in the team division and Jen and I finished 1st and 2nd - again - in the 12 hour race. Jen got herself in pretty deep by signing up for the 24 hour worlds, but she's proven so far that she's up to the task.
My cousin, Ryan, has been my main man at this race for the past couple years and we're like a well-oiled machine now.
After the race on Saturday, we decided to hit the Maah Daah Hey trail in the Badlands of ND. I'll skip the details of the ride and just post the pics. This is a trip I'll never forget...
We ran into a lot of cattle . . .
Devil's Pass
Tony, on the edge man.
One of the only places I know where you won't see anyone for miles. At all.
Oh yes, the brownie face off. (I think Rob works out judging by the guns...)
5 comments:
It was our pleasure to host you and your awesome friends!!! We look forward to it any time you need us. You did an amazing job at the race...it was a race we all are still talking about. Looking forward to the Worlds next month!! Love ya Kel.
Whats up Kel!!! Your mom told me about your blog and that I should check it out. I was totally surprised and honored to be pictured and noted in your blog. It looks like you guys had a fun time in the Badlands. Make sure to tell Rob, Tony, and Jen I say hello. Good luck with your up coming races.
Magelky!!!
Congratulations on your first place win at Winter Park this past weekend! You never cease to amaze us. Looking forward to the Worlds in a few weeks.
It will be an experience we have been waiting for to be able to cheer you on...you're the best!!!! Love ya Kel
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