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Course strategies, break aways, riding in a small group or a large peloton – these are the thoughts and questions of cyclists wondering how to perform their best during in the first races of the 2017 cycling season.
The cycling season is just starting in Colorado and many are filling up their calendars with the big events. While not a comprehensive list, following are some of the favorite Colorado May road and mountain bike races:
- The Grand Junction Off Road
- Superior Time-Trial & Team Time-Trial
- Pony Xpress Gravel 160
- Morgul Bismark Road Race
- Sante Fe Century
- The Original Growler and Half
- Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
Sounds good, right? Absolutely! So many different road and mountain bike events to choose from. The main question is how to prepare? How do you know if you are race ready? Do you have a comprehensive checklist for Spring racing? Early season races can bring on the nerves like nothing else! After all, it’s been a while since you raced. For the most part, experiencing those sensations is normal. Yet, oftentimes, early season jitters can exasperate the problem.
At Peak Cycles Bicycle shop, we’ve found that a little preparation can aid in reducing race day jitters. The post, 5 Simple Strategies for Overcoming Race Day Nerves, guides us through easy ways to shift the perspective of nervousness to be an enabler of positive sports performance. And there are other ideas for managing pre race nerves too.
As you approach your first race of the season, you may want to read the post, A Guide to Race Day Nutrition to dial in your preferences as to get your fuel – whether that nutrition is in bars, gels, and liquids. Also, while it may seem obvious, give your race bike a once over. Notice any bike parts that need to be replaced. Consider replacing worn bike parts and purchasing new cycling accessories you plan to use for your A races later in the season. This gives you a chance to dial in your needs early season and optimize performance in later events.
Whether you’re entering your first event or you’re a seasoned racer, you’re always likely to suffer from some race day nerves. However, with a little planning you can gain confidence. The best part about early season races is the opportunity to assess your fitness level. Enjoy the May cycling races in Colorado and use them to catapult you into a great 2017 cycling season.
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