It is a lightweight unit that runs off ofthree AAA batteries. I have used previous generations of this model and loveits efficiency and comfortable fit on the head. Its rated to produce 70 lumensof brightness. Cost is $44.99. Two gadgets we had in our packs the whole trip -- butwere not allowed to use in less there was an emergency -- were a satellitephone and a GPS unit. The race organization provided the sat phone. Each teambrought Cartier replica watches their own GPS, and we went with the Earthmate PN-40 from DeLorme. The $349.95unit was never used on the course, but my team got to know the GPS unitpre-race.
It keeps some of the slower riders from moving to the front and causing a crash, and it also makes for a much faster race from the start.In the 22plus hrs. you spent training for this, what was a typical week?Two days of speed work, two days of endurance long rides, and two easy days. Along with that, I will do my normal stretching and core replica watch gift workouts.How did your race strategy change for this year?This year, I knew the whole course. It has a solid build and easy operation. A bonus with DeLorme: Thecompany has a huge selection of maps and aerial imagery available to downloadonto its GPS units.
I wanted to do little work and stay away from taking pulls for the first half of the race to save energy for the closing hours of the race.What was your fueling plan?One water bottle per hour, gels every 45 min., and something more solid every 90 min. like Replica Audemars Piguet watches bars or a sandwich.What was in your drop bags?All of the above, plus a rain jacket at the bottom of the Columbine Mine Climb.Did you have support?Carmichael Training Systems had a whole crew doing support for their athletes.
