During the session we focused on basic riding tactics and dismounts. Landall broke down the basics of the dismount and how to handle barriers and situations you may encounter on a CX course. He also covered different approaches to hills and how to tactically and efficiently run up a hill in race-type situations.
This was my first real cyclocross training and everything I learned helped quite a big coming from Landall, a Cat 2 cross vet. We went through the motions with some real hands-on trainign and coaching to help instill some confidence in my competing. There was a set of barriers where we could pracgtice dismounts, proper carrying techniques, as well as getting back on the bike quickly without causing any mechanical or or physical problems. We ended the class by making a small loop through the park to get the feeling of riding with others and beome familiar with fighting for positions. It was the clsoest to an actual race that I've ever been.
I've taken a few other classes at the Detroit Endurance Lab, but this was my first CX focused session. It was tough but I learned a lot and I feel a lot more confident in next week's race.
Located in Detroit, near Milliken State Park, the Detroit Endurance Lab is a training studio for cyclists and runners. Their indoor cycling classes use CompuTrainer, which provides the most interesting indoor bike experience ever, which will help you see improvements over the course of your training. Cycling and triathlon coaches worldwide use CompuTrainer as their primary testing instrument. Even USA Triathlon and USA Cycling test and train their team athletes with CompuTrainer.
They also offer personal coaching for area triathletes, cyclists, and runners, offered for both beginners, experienced athletes, and every one in-between.
I'd like to give a big thank you to Landall for taking the time to help all of us and make sure we are ready for our race come the weekend!
