Kielder 100 post race views

surreyxc
surreyxc Posts: 293
edited September 2010 in XC and Enduro
So what did people think of the event, the good, the bad and the ugly.

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  • Giant Jon
    Giant Jon Posts: 49
    My first attempt and was well impressed! I've previously struggled to piece together offroad routes for longer than 200m stretches at a time - the 100 miles was incredible. Particularly enjoyed the trail centre singletrack, the adrenaline cancelled out the pain :) The fire-road wasn't as tedious as expected, mainly because it was so fast rolling!

    The only down points would be the unfinished trail leading up to the piper, and also towards the end of the course, but hey it is mountainbiking!

    Fantastic views across the scenery, lots of fellow contestants 'in it together', great organisation, and most of all one of the biggest challenges I've ever done. Definitely considering next year, just don't forget your midge repellant!
  • Mastineo
    Mastineo Posts: 182
    Was 'kin 'ard!!
  • tubaonwheels
    tubaonwheels Posts: 448
    Well organised event, route markings very clear. Course was far harder than I expected, a truly severe test of fitness and mental strength. Felt like dropping out on lots of occasions but managed to hold it together and struggle to the finish.
  • devonrider228
    devonrider228 Posts: 7
    it was amazing - apart from a brake failure which meant i didnt pass the 2pm cut off (by about a minute!) very well organised though, im definatley giving it another go next year
    specialized big hit
    boardman team mtb
  • legendary_phil
    legendary_phil Posts: 12
    Heres my race review, If I do it next year ill be using different tyres

    http://www.mtbmonkey.com
  • AndyD2574
    AndyD2574 Posts: 1,034
    Fantastic day and a true test!

    Tough course as was relentless and the last 10 mile went on FOREVER!!

    Apart from teh brutal midges it was one of the best days in the saddle I have had.
    Specialized S Works Venge
    Argon18 E114
    Specialized Langster Single Speed
    Scott Spark Expert 29'er
    GT Avalanche
    http://www.glasgowgreencycleclub.co.uk

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