Lancaster Race

Two races today.
First race was a 50m sprint. Wind up for 700m but not too early... So it's cycle round slowly winding up until 200m board then pile on the coals. I entered the trap at 26.5mph and exited at 27.5mph so I should have wound it on sooner. However, the first part of the trap was slightly uphill so I think it was OK. I then coasted back to the start only pedalling lightly to change into a low gear. I arrived at the start only to be told to do it again as the timing system hadn't worked. I was slightly slower by 0.5mph this time. Boo! Of course this is all done on my speedo! My head rest was a little too high and uncomfortable, so that got sorted when I got back to my digs for the night.
Slow race was next. 40 minutes plus 2 laps. I ligned up mid pack for the start and got off to a good one. However, I think I went off far too hard chasing a couple of targets and blew myself out. Although it was basically a flat track the rises and dips were taking it out of me and by 20 minutes I was going backwards. I was just glad to finish the race. No idea where I came. One of the trike guys had arrived with a new tail fairing so was about 4mph up on his normal average.
Overall I was pleased by the reactions from the others to HRSO2 which clearly indicated I had the proportions right. What needed changing? Well the headrest for a start which has been done. The drinks tube kept slipping off my chest so I was tense trying to keep that from falling off, so that needs securing. The chain tube could do with being smooth bore as I only had convoluted tube when I built the bike, so there is some drag reduction to be had there. I don't think that I can run another idler but I'll investigate. Oh I had new higher gearing on as well which should see a 6mph speed increase flat out, if I ever get there!
So overall I am pleased with the bike but not my performance. Too tense on a first ride out with a stiff neck, sore inner elbows and pins and needles in my hands. Most of those should get better as I relax.
Preston circuit tomorrow, I may get there early for a little test.
I'll let you know how it goes.
Laters, MBG