Has anyone here done Mt. Hood? If so, I'd appreciate any comments about it. Yes, I've seen the website, but I'm looking for anecdotes and experiences. Thanks!
Has anyone here done Mt. Hood? If so, I'd appreciate any comments about it.> Yes, I've seen the website, but I'm looking for anecdotes and experiences.> Thanks!>
I rode it last year and liked it a lot. I have been training for it again this year, but unfortunately I'm not able to participate. I'm from Denmark/Europe, so it's a somewhat expensive trip to make for the race.
Ok, about the race. I really liked it, great roads, great people, great weather for the first 4 stages (on stage 5 it was pouring down and great profile of the stages (I'm a climber). The criterium was also great - lots of spectators and a good mood.
Unfortunately I did have quite a few mechanical problems, which is also one of the reasons I wanted to go back this year. I had actually expected to finish in top ten last year, and had expected to do really well on stage 2 and 5, but didn't because of punctures and mechanical problems
