2011 New Year Resolution

2011 New Year Resolution

After recently watching the movie "Julie and Julia"(forced to watch over Christmas with the family), I was inspired to take on a year challange starting January 2011. My goal is to participate in an endurance race every month during the new calendar year, and blogging about my experience through each event. I have yet to decide all 12 of the events I plan to participate in, but will continue to update informaition about my challenges yet to come. This blog is intended for personal therapeutic purposes, and to encourage others to set their own personal goals.

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Mellow Johnny's Classic 2011

It's not every day you get an invite out to Lance Armstrong's Hill Country Ranch. Even if he does charge you $40 + $10 to park, this race is well worth the drive and hit to the wallet. Because it is a private course, the trail doesn't get enough rubber to get the "beaten path" effect most would prefer. Though a soft course, it's still very enjoyable. There are a couple hairy bottlenecks, but overall, not very technical (2.5 out of 5). The loop is close to 10 miles, moderate climbs, fast downhill sections, and is roughly a 1 hour ride.

This is a big production. Lots of great vendors providing freebies, and the race draws a big crowd due to the Pro's that race after the amateurs. This is a great event to invite friends and family too.

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