Team: Shirks Bike Shop

Category/Class: Sport Senior 19-29

Place: 1st

Email: btuel@gateway.net

What was your favorite Super Series race for 2001 and why?

I would have to say Neshaminy was my favorite because its a really challenging course but its so much fun. I had to work really hard to get that win, I just tried to stay with Nicole and then passed her at the most opportune time.

Pretend you are coaching your closest competitor........ what would you tell them to do differently in 2002 in order to beat you?

What is it about mtb racing (BESIDES WINNING) that is MOST fun for you?

I love meeting all the awesome people and just basically do what I love to do: RIDE!!!

What month do you plan on coming into fitness for the 2002 season?

I'm gonna be doing training all through the off season, and I'll probably start training for the series a couple weeks before the first race.

What month do you start your pre-season training?

I basically keep doing my same training but work on endurance a lot and I also do a lot of cross training in the off season. I don't really start any specific month, I just kinda flow into it.

How do you deal with riding in the winter conditions (cold, snow, ice, lack of daylight)?

I do riding on the trainer inside, take spin class, do a lot of cross training, and just wear tons of clothes when I'm gonna ride in the cold.

What are your goals for the 2002 season?

I'm gonna be racing Expert so I'm hoping to maybe come in the top five for the series.

If there was just ONE thing that you would like to see improved for next year (2002) - what would it be?

I would like my endurance to increase even more.