Hey from Break Espresso, savoring a muffin and coffee! Just set up a page to gather Missoula’s favorite trails. Came back from Lone Peak Revenge, part of the Montana Off-Road Series, and, well, finished nearly last due to a bike issue.
My bike frame got here Friday, but it lacked some bits, especially the unique seat post clamp. Had to improvise with parts from my K2. During the race, this makeshift fix failed, and I ended up walking part of the course. Luckily, an official lent me a tool, and after some repairs, I managed to enjoy the last two laps. This course was a true mountain bike challenge, with tough climbs and stunning views at Big Sky. We’re thinking of camping there next year for the event.
Next is a dilemma. Next weekend’s race in Missoula is tangled with controversies. Found out the organizer, possibly a real estate agent, plans to hold it at a controversial ski area site on Lolo Peak. I’ve openly criticized this development before. Worse still, the series seems funded by the developer, hence the resort’s name on our number plates. My friends and I are torn. Participating could mean compromising our stance. I’m considering racing in a “Save Lolo Peak” shirt as a form of protest. What would you do in my shoes? Totally frustrated with these people exploiting our community. Thoughts?
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