Oh God! #2

I suspect that I'll be hearing Oh God! a lot tomorrow as I ride in the Karapoti race! In addition to unrideable up hill sections (yes, 1 section aptly named the Devil's staircase is unrideable), there are some epic downhills (one called the Rock Garden because ... well it is just a bunch of rocks)!

Anyway, while I know (from having ridden the track twice) it is a spectacular piece of creation even by New Zealand standards (please don't ask for photos, I don't want to stop), I do know there will be moments when I won't be able to help but be astounded by creation. The rugged magnificence of the Akatarawa's is wowing even when you're gasping for air with your heart racing at your redline! I believe this is actually called worship (although I can't think of a church that would worship in this way unfortunately)!

Goals for the race (in order of wanting to achieve them):

1. Finish the race unscathed!
2. Ride Dopers hill - the last one!
3. Finish in under 4 hours (that may be a pipe dream)