Pro XCT Ute Valley

Colorado Springs, CO
Saturday June 16, 2012
by: Allison Mann

Where to begin? It's much easier to write race reports for successful (read: fun, interesting, exciting) races than it is for unsuccessful (fail, bummer, lots of money). While my last 2 travel races (solo and all!) haven't been all that successful on the race result front, they have really shown me the community and camaraderie that exists in mountain bike racing. It is a village! I have been overwhelmed and left so appreciative and thankful of the amazing people that have helped me and carried me along on my journey of traveling and racing "solo". Despite not having my biggest supporter and fan, my husband Justin, the mountain biking community has extended itself and done its best to fill the void. My XCO and XC Eliminator races did not go well this past weekend in Colorado Springs, but I really enjoyed the new Ute Valley venue (er, when the trails were dry at least!) and had a blast hanging out with racers from local top Professional Katie Compton to Aussie travelers Katherine O'Shea and Jack Haig. Thanks to everyone for the support! (Photo: John Muller)