Leeston Wind Games: argie bargie Banter and Final Line Surprises 2nd Christchurch, Canterbury 🌧

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Honestly, it just adds to the fun—nothing wrong with a little spice, as long as no one’s pulling over for a fight!\n\nOnce we sorted ourselves out, it was full gas all the way to the line. Frankie launched early, Tristan glued to his wheel. Then, out of nowhere, Tristan hits the brakes like he’s seen a ghost, and I sneak by him for second at the line! Frankie’s pure class as always, takes the win with style.\n\nWe held off the chasing break by 20 seconds, and scratch rolled in another 20 seconds after that. Sounds like Cat 2 had their own fun and a cracking sprint to finish off the night. After the race, we cruised back in the dark, the temperature still a warm 20°C. Two pints at The Lab with Adam, Greg, and Sara to cap it all off. Bliss.\n\nStandout Moments:\n\n\t•\tBeautiful 25°C weather and a wind-assisted ride out to Leeston.\n\t•\tFirst break dynamics with 10 riders: some new, some strong, but communication made it tricky!\n\t•\tBudgie moments! Mid-race banter always adds a little extra spice.\n\t•\tRolling Tristan for second place at the line after he hit the brakes. Frankie takes first.\n\t•\t20-second gap between each of the main groups crossing the line.\n\t•\tPost-race cruise back in the warm night with mates, topped off by two well-deserved pints.\n\nWeather Report: Light rain, 23°C, and the wind was blowing 11km/h from N\n\n📈 AI Endurance summary:\nExternal stress score: 175","primaryImageUrl":"https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/uiBbJxMklEzwIsdVZZGIafbB8Ycj6z1VugH_gZ3tMKY-768x764.jpg","distance":116158.0,"elapsedTime":20030,"totalElevationGain":85.0,"type":"Ride","sportType":"Ride","workoutType":11,"startDate":"Oct 24, 2024, 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