Tampere

I have really much things I would like to say. This time I have to own this update for talking about race we had in Finland at this weekend. For me comeback to Finnish BMX went without big problems. Gate and turns were just little bit different.

As you might know you don't usually need reaction to ride gates. You just need to know timing and then you can anticipate by using lights and sounds. In Finland gates are runned manually. Person says; about 5 seconds. After that gate just drops. There is no change to anticipate. It's same for everyone, but it's totally different technique than random gates (gates operated by automation). Other thing which was different from big tracks were turns. Those were pretty slippery and low. Good riders can ride those with tight lines or they found many possible lines to ride, but not me. So more practice!

Race for me were pretty much always ending up to get second place. With the one getting 1st we are as good on sprints, but on turns she took me big time. I would like to race against her again after two weeks when Finnish cup continues, but at the same day there is race in Sweden.. and I can't be in two places at the same time.

I was really happy to experience this positive BMX atmosphere in Finland. It was awesome how other riders and parents tryed to push me for better risults! Thank you!! Race was well organized and trophies were awesome! And if there is still someone crying about track in Tampere I can tell you there is no need dislike the track!


You can find results from: http://mountainbike.fi/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=2935

Examble of trophies: Petrus got Fox backbag, Fox goggles and cup!!