I guess I decided I needed something really hard to look forward to this next year, so I signed up for Marji Gesick 100. I was getting frustrated missing out on Leadville 100 entries and have been really enjoying ‘real’ mountain bike races more lately.
I’m planning on spending more time in the gym and on technical MTB trails this year, but TR has been an amazing tool for me working full time with kids to stay fit and still compete in races.
For all those who have done this race, how has TR been as preparation? What training plans have worked well for you?
Also, any gear and nutrition tips? It’s a bit daunting to do a 12-16 hour race without (m)any aid stations on course.
Don’t give me any bad ideas… But, for real, it’s crossed my mind. I got the single speed set up dialed on my Epic Evo which might be a pretty fast ride for Marji… maybe… maybe…
I haven’t finished this race, but lots of friends have, and I have ridden up there a bunch. I don’t know your skill level on weirdly technical MTB “trails,” but I would add a bit of trail running/hiking to your plan if you aren’t the type of rider that can clear everything the trail throws at you. The second half is death by a 1,000 cuts. Have a good plan for lights unless you know you’re gonna be fast. There’s a whole bunch of neutral aid on course. Everyone loves to party at this race and watch everyone have a bad time
