Race started out OK, but then on the first lap of the lollipop-style course, we raced through a sleet storm and it got really cold.

My hands were so cold that they became numb; I had to look at my brake/shifters to operate them! I ended up getting dropped the during the crosswind on Swan Falls. I put it in time-trial mode but by the time I was halfway down King everyone was out of sight. So I kept pushing it so I could stay somewhat warm and rode the 10 miles back to the car. My first DNF of the year. The worst part was when my hands thawed on the drive home; the pain was excruciating! Man, I can’t wait for warmer weather!