On the advice of my coach, I am taking the plunge and entering my first criterium this weekend - 45min plus 3 laps of a rectangular circuit.
I have a fair bit of experience doing training rides in bunches with roadie friends, and my bike handling skills are (pretty much) ok. All I am worried about is how to best handle it and what to expect.
Talking during the race? Pace to vary? Where is the safest place to ride for a first timer? Should I go conservative and enter the category slightly below my ability to get used to things?
Thanks for your advice.
I have a fair bit of experience doing training rides in bunches with roadie friends, and my bike handling skills are (pretty much) ok. All I am worried about is how to best handle it and what to expect.
Talking during the race? Pace to vary? Where is the safest place to ride for a first timer? Should I go conservative and enter the category slightly below my ability to get used to things?
Thanks for your advice.