We interviewed 10 of the fastest athletes taking on the Leadville 100 to find out how they are uniquely preparing their bodies, equipment and execution strategies to find success at one of the biggest mountain bike races in the world. Tune in to hear from Sarah Sturm, Eddie Anderson, Laura King, Pet…

I don’t think he’s racing but Colin Strickland (2019 Unbound winner) says: You get fifth place in Unbound Gravel when you do nine hours a week. The 100 is similar-ish so can we expect to see podiums full of HV TR riders? :wink:

Did you take a hiatus for a while?

@Jonathan I lost track, but who was the last question answerer who said she is racing on a non-carbon bike? I was intrigued so wanted to do some snooping. :blush:

It’s Sarah Sturm, she posted the bike to her Instagram. [image] Sarah Zoey Sturm (@sarah_sturmy) • Instagram photos and videos 36K Followers, 1,643 Following, 1,113 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Sarah Zoey Sturm (@sarah_sturmy)

Ah ha. A Chisel! Interesting. Thanks for sharing.

I want expecting that. I was thinking Ti. I keep seeing and hearing the Chisel is such an excellent bike, but I’m surprised you’d pick one for Leadville. I know she said it’s under 20lb, but it’s teeny weeny and I have no perspective on how much a bike that small would usually weigh :man_shrugging:.…

@Jonathan , to Sarah Sturm’s comments on hydration/electrolytes without sugar. Try LMNT in her water bottle. It’s been a life saver for me solving my late race cramps. I’ll added it to my own mixture for fuel or add it to my water bottle with no sugar. https://drinklmnt.com/

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