Como Park CX / Nature Valley Cyclocross...whichever.

So yes,this was my first cycling race (Those short triathlons are much different). I had a great time! I'm hoping to do one more race this year and try more next year.

Let's go through my pre-race "goals":
1. Don't cause anyone else to crash their pretty bike.

Accomplished- I started off very slowly (and only went downhill from there). This allowed all of the fast guys get out ahead and out of harm's way.

2. Don't drive my shin directly into a barrier.
Accomplished- Unfortunately, I did manage to somehow lodge my left foot in between two back spokes and the back of my frame. I said "Ouch", my bike said "What the F*#@k, you moron!"(That's a direct quote.) From that point on there was a permanent rear brake. I didn't need any help going slow!

3. Finish
Accomplished- I now have to bring my bike into the shop to replace a spoke and true the wheel.

Oh, I think I placed second to last in my cat 1 group. I'm okay with that right now. Next year? I'd like to place a little higher. I suppose that means I'll have to actually ride more than 500 miles next year.