2013 is my first full season of having a go at
Cyclocross! I
joined towy riders last year. It was on the Saturday of the fireworks weekend. I
was surprised and pleased that the coaches asked and encouraged me to compete
the next day in a cyclocross race at Pembrey. I was only able to complete 2 races in 2012
that were both really exhausting but great fun!
Cyclocross 2013 for me has been an awesome experience!
It’s been hard work, challenging, tiring, great fun and a little muddy (Cardiff). My favorite race of 2013 was Cwmbran, I enjoyed that it was technical in places and had a bit of everything, from riding in the woods, tackling hills, challenging bends. It was really great fun for the first race, especially as I was
nervous that I would be struggling as I felt I did in 2012.
My worst race in the series was at Carmarthen (our own club event), because I had a
very silly fall that hurt my ankle and I had to wear a cast for three weeks, so couldn't do any cycling.
The most challenging race for me would be a
tie between Pembrey and Cardiff. Pembrey as I did not feel well so the hills
felt like mountains! Cardiff was tough as I felt like I was spinning my
legs and sinking and not moving, but it was great fun to be muddy!
The most scary race for me was probably
Newtown because I hadn't been able to go on the bike for weeks and had missed
two Cyclecross races, I was nervous that I wouldn't do as well as I wanted, but
I surprised myself and did much better than I was expecting, so I was pleased.
I enjoyed the whole season, riding with great
friends and supporting each other is very important to me. I am proud that I am
the under 12’s third girl of 2013! Looking forward to 2014!
Dani Parker
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