Jul 12, 2024
RAAM Solo 2024 Day One It's funny ... some even ask why the heck do you do this again while knowing the pain and how tough the race is? RAAM Solo was on my bucket list and I had to get this one completed. Plus I wanted to show that if focused and dedicated to such a goal that as long as having an outstanding crew and being fully focused on the goal it is doable even not being long into Cycling at all. So after another year of preparation I am back at the start location in Oceanside CA again. And I had the feeling I will get this one done. Strategy was a bit different to 2023 ... I had a solid nutrition plan and also ... 2023 I pushed harder on day one while on 2024 race I decided to go a bit more conservative. Mhhh, however we do it it's never perfect 😂. Going conservative caused me some more issues on the road since I had to suffer heat a bit longer and did get into sand/dust storms that may have been avoidable if going a bit faster on first days.
Jul 10, 2024
Could bot resist and had to get the RAAM logo as tattoo after finishing Solo RAAM.
Jul 08, 2024
Why racing RAAM? Or maybe why even another attempt to race RAAM Solo? For those not knowing… I start cycling in 2020 only as easy workout option. My first ultra distance race was Sebring 2022 and I did better than I expected (3rd overall and 440 miles). With that I qualified for RAAM and signed up with zero idea what RAAM was about. Since I signed up and learned about RAAM I decided to push for the finish line. Increased training for endurance and power improvements. First RAAM attempt and first ultra cycling season was 2023. Unfortunately had food poisoning kick me out so I only did a bit over 2100 miles and signed ip for 2024. Changed training and focused on completing RAAM this year as top goal.
Jul 05, 2024
Impressive summary from one of my crew members Dave to show what it means supporting a racer in the ultimate race RAAM.
Jul 05, 2024
My Race Finale Part 2 I wanted to do it faster but admittedly the heat and wind changed that plan. I am proud to have successfully completed RAAM and I am very thankful for my crew sticking through it with and pushing me hard to make it to the finish line. Also, very happy about my coach Giovanni Prosperi preparing me well for the race. More is to come, and I will get into some details of the race in the next weeks. I am proud of being one of the finishers of RAAM Solo now. And within a week or two will do my planning for rest of the year and future years. Also … no soreness due to a perfect seat (Infinity bike seats) and nutrition was spot on using Hammer Nutrition products plus solid food options but more about it later. #infinitybikeseat (https://infinitybikeseat.com) #hammernutrition (https://hammernutrition.com)
