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Mr Price Karkloof XC Race Report

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BY: Will Cooper

Published: 21st April, 2011


The last two weeks have left me feeling confident going into this  
weekends world cup. First off was The Mr Price Karkloof XC race, it was important for me  
to do well here, as Mr Price are one of my Sponsors and there were  
some much needed UCI points up for grabs.



The XC track was nothing short of spectacular, the work the guys had  
put into the track made it world class.
12:35 was our start time..

I got off to a smashing start, I managed to set the fastest lap of the  
day. Going on to lap two I had a 2min lead and I knew it was all about  
keeping good lines and being smooth. I felt good throughout the race  
and the gap kept growing. By the end of the race the gap had opened up  
to 11min, I am really chuffed with how the form is coming on.

Next up, was the marathon. This event is always hotly contested with  
guys like David George, Max Knox and Brandon Steward on the start sheet.
The legs were feeling a little tender after the xc race the day  
before, but I was ready for action. A small group of us got away early  
on in the race, David, Max, Brandon and myself. Unfortunately a  
marshal led us in the wrong direction which made for a interesting  
chase back to the front of the race. I was surprised with how good the  
legs were feeling and made my presence felt at the front, David and  
Max got away on the the major climb of the day which left me chasing  
alone.



I saw Brandon wasn't too far behind I decided to sit up and wait for  
him so we could work together. Brandon and I worked well and crossed  
the line together in 4th and 5th place.

A huge thanks to Mr Price for a great event.



Regards........Rourke Croeser





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