We were all smiles yesterday but not so today. The storm moved into southern Europe bringing rain, high wind, low temps and snow in the high mountain passes. It is 55F down valley and 30's/40's in the mountain passes. With the long course cancelled, 1000 brave souls have attempted the medio course. Over 3000, including our group, scratched.
As the ride leader, I made the call. Having done five of these type events prior, I was most aware of the risks. I regretfully made the call that the risks were just too great. You see, one of these things is 'on the edge' in favorable conditions. The descents are crazy, without wet conditions. As you know, one has no control over the other 1000 people and how they ride. The truth is, none of us really brought the necessary gear to endure these conditions.
We are hold up in our B&B today watching the rain and hoping the weather will abate. I am fighting back the disappointment as this follows Mt Mitchell, which lasted 2 miles for me, in all reality. But, hey....we are in Italy. How bad can life be?
You know us, we were looking at next weekend when the Granfondo Marco Pantani will be held in Aprica, about 250K from here. It closed out yesterday at the max of 3000! Darn.
Good news is that Tuesday will bring sunny skies.
5 comments:
What a disappointment to not be able to race... but yes, the positive is that you all are in Italy!! Enjoy!
Yeah man, live it up!
Went for 50 minute run along the Brenta River.........a crushed rock trail. The river is the training ground for Italian National Kayak Team....pretty cool rapids.
Sorry to hear about your conditions and disappointment, but I think you made the right call. I hope the weather clears so you can at least enjoy training in the beautiful countryside. Hopefully, you left Paleo at home and are enjoying all that the Veneto has to offer for table fare...
Aw, man! You'll just have to do Six Gap in Georgia and pretend you are in Italy, which is what I was planning to do!
Really, I'm sorry about your dissappointment, but you made the right call. Enjoy the rest!
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