The Battle at the Bend was a killer 6 mile loop with 1000 ft of climbing per lap -- at three laps equals an epic race. Who knew LA had that type of terrain?!
The race went as smooth as it can go for extending the race season an extra 2 months.
I ended up 2nd and the resort and race promoter, Kerry, were top notch. They really made this kid from the north feel right at home.
Also check out the cool PR release following the race:
http://www.pr.com/press-release/371193
"In fact, The “Battle at the Bend” racetrack, Hercules, features a 6.1-mile loop with 1,000 feet of grueling climbs and downhill elevation changes typically seen in famous mountain bike destinations such as Colorado.
“This is something you’d find in northeast Vermont or other locales known for very challenging mountain bike courses. I would never have imagined Louisiana would have this terrain, but I will definitely be back next year to battle Hercules,” said pro rider and World-Cup finisher John Arias of New Jersey."
- John
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