Canterbury Champs | bronze | Result Loburn, Canterbury ⛅

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The air was thick with anticipation, each of us silently acknowledging the personal battles we were about to endure against the clock and each other.\n\nThis wasn’t just another race; it was a testament to our dedication to the sport we love, a way to measure how far we’ve come and how much further we can push. Despite the friendly yet fierce rivalry, I couldn’t help but admire the camaraderie shared between us, the unspoken bond that only competitors understand.\n\nCompared to my last time trial at Leeston, I felt a surge of improvement coursing through my legs and lungs. Each pedal stroke was a defiance of age, a challenge to the very concept of slowing down. The course flew by in a blur of determination and grit, every turn a new opportunity to shave off precious seconds.\n\nIn the end, Steve edged me out by a mere 16 seconds. While some might view this as a defeat, I see it as a victory in its own right. I’ve narrowed the gap, pushing my limits and laying down a marker for the next challenge. Dave may have clinched the title, but the real win was in the effort, the sweat, and the unyielding spirit of competition.\n\nHighlights:\n\n\t•\tThe Elite Trio: Facing off against Dave Roach and Steve Caldwell, a testament to enduring rivalry and respect.\n\t•\tA Notable Improvement: Significantly better performance than at the Leeston time trial, showcasing personal progress.\n\t•\tNarrowing the Gap: Closing the time difference with Steve Caldwell to just 16 seconds, a sign of growth and determination.\n\t•\tThe Spirit of Competition: Celebrating the camaraderie and challenge inherent in the sport, irrespective of the outcome.\n\nWeather Report: Broken clouds, 17°C, and the wind was blowing 2km/h from S\n\n2 Achievements set on https://breakaway.app\n🏆 8-week PR in 15 min power to 253W +2%\n🏆 8-week PR in 20 min power to 249W +2%\n\n\n📈 aiendurance.com summary:\nExternal stress score: 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