Training Log Archive: PrueD

Merino Muster world loppet race in NZ. The race started in cold conditions and my skis ran brilliantly. It then warmed up and the snow softened, making it tough going. But l was out for so long that the snow started to freeze again. I just got through the 21km mark in under 2 hours when the first finisher in the 42 km event arrived. I was then, due to lack of training, a bit slower in the second half. Got pipped at the post by the girl who'd done 17, 000 kms training (since last Oct) but not by much. Tough, hilly course. Patronised every drink station.

C • Admiration!! 15

A bit of a casual ski around the tracks with Bronnie, a girl l used to teach at school.The snow was quite soft and slow after rain last night. Another friend is also here. She has just cycled 17,000 kms around Australia. I think she has done enough training..

Cross country skiing at Snowfarm with Ian. It's a tough hilly course but at least the snow is fast, being cold and firm packed. l'm still wobbly, especially on the downhills and l had lots of breaks. .
Loved the drive down from Christchurch - the paddocks were snow covered just a few kms out of town and the mountain scenery stunning. But I was a bit shocked to see almost the whole of the Christchurch CBD being rebuilt, with the main shopping strip in shipping containers!

C • Christchurch 8

Of to NZ tomorrow. And YES, I KNOW l HAVEN'T DONE ENOUGH TRAINING TO SKI (RACE) 42 KMS. :(

C • But 5