challenge of skill , not just a desire to ride as fast as possible through the woods . That desire to be challenged , to not know if I would see the finish line , along with a bit of soul searching , is what brought me in an unfinished moto van to the starting line of a two-day race located 14 hours from the comfort of my home trails .
BEGINNING THE RACE
Day One of the event was set at 115 miles with some lengthy transfer sections . The ability to start in town , with the support of the local community , is an important variable in the equation . This may bring slower speeds and a conscious effort of control most racers don ’ t desire , but it shows a level of support for our sport that is much needed at the moment . It was tough to ride 15 miles an hour while on pavement , but it gave me the time to appreciate the views and surrounding landscape .
Once past the smooth roads and bumpy double track , we entered our first test of the event . In the world of Enduro racing ,
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