Team Five Ten’s first gathering happened on the last weekend in January, a chance for Ed and Colin to finally meet and all of us to begin to sort out some team goals and objectives.
A bit of training was required as well as group discussion so we started off with a ride into the National Park, up Bennett’s Ridge and then out along the Red Hands Cave fire trail. From here we left the bikes locked up and did a couple of laps around the Red Hands/Campfire Creek loop.
A quick bite to eat, then back on the bikes for a bit of single track and home via the causeway, about 32km on the bikes and 8km on foot.
After a swim and a few beers we settled around the table to talk about Team Five Ten. We decided our calendar of team events for the year and slotted in further team meetings and training days, listed our gear requirements and sponsorship commitments, discussed race strategies, training and nutrition.
The next day, Emma dropped us off at Lawson’s Lookout (Springwood), and after a few photos we headed off towards the junction of Martin’s Lookout track. Scrub-bashing around in the creek, looking for the way to the Lost World Lookout track, Carey unfortunately managed to hurt her shoulder (later found to have been dislocated). However, we found the obvious track and began the hot slog up to the lookout. After something to eat at the top we headed over to St Helena Ridge and down to the Duck Hole.
Here we had a refreshing swim, before heading up the hill and home. About 17km in 38 degree heat!
Needless to say it was straight into the pool, as we gratefully downed some icy cold beers provided by Emma. Then a nice surprise, a fantastic fruit platter, followed by lunch!
She’s obviously training in her role as team support already… and doing a great job!
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