Team Photos/Race Start Day Update

A few pictures from yesterday.

What a crazy week it's been here in Carlsbad, CA. There's tons of excitement in the air at our hotel right now. I'm not sure how much sleep everyone got last night but everyone is walking and taking pretty darn fast. Vans are undergoing last minute prep and our hotel rooms are emptying out. We're leaving in 1 hour to head to Oceanside for the start of the race, which begins at 5 p.m. EST. All 4 racers will begin the race together and then Hannes will lead the team for the first section. Hannes is already all business and reviewing the course (again) - the first portion is unescorted so he will be on his own for the first 20 miles or so.

I can't believe RAAM is finally here. Patrick has been talking about this race for years and planning this for almost a year and a half. Thanks for all your well wishes. Our plan is to update the blog daily. Please keep our riders and crews in your thoughts and prayers.


Jennifer