Nukeproof components and wheels sponsored rider Claire Buchar got second place at the Canadian Open in Crankworks at the weekend. Here's her report:
Considering the situation and being thrown into such a gnarly and greasy track, I felt pretty good on my new M9 and I was pretty sure I was riding well. It was my first race since the Aussie Champs in February in which I slid out so I was feeling the nerves and anxious to get back into “race mode”.
I knew I had to hold it together to have a chance against these girls, although a few disappointedly did not start(for good reason but we need more girls!), as there were some really strong riders on the start list.
I beat my confidence demons and put down a good run and was really stoked with my result. 2nd place behind Rachel Atherton. Amazingness. The “Champ”, Miranda, had an issue near Heckle Rock but finished with a podium in 3rd. Bummed for Manon who flatted, the young ripper would have posted a fast time, we are sure.
Womens Podium:
Rachel Atherton Amazingness 3:34.45
Me 3:38.75
Champ 3:50.75
Chris, unfortunately, had a mishap earlier on the track and had to do the roll of shame past the hecklers at Heckle Rock. Hecklefest was crazier than ever this year, someone even had a chainsaw up there…
Super stoked for Stevie Smith pinning it to win it for the Canucks.
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