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We kicked off the Brisbane Chain Reaction today with a 90km loop through Coffs Harbour. With 35mm of rain on the forecast, conditions were testing from the start, but spirits were high as we rolled out.
First stop was the Crit track, where we got into sync riding as a bunch. Then it was straight into the hills to start finding our rhythm.
At the top of the first climb, we paused for a quick drink refill. Seeing the rain-soaked pavers, with a layer of moss underneath, were a clear reminder that Coffs gets its fair share of wet weather!
A few “free play” sections gave us the chance to settle the nerves and properly find our legs with some solid climbing and steady descents. Closer to the end, the clouds broke, giving us a welcome glimpse of sun - and the perfect backdrop for team photos at the lunch stop.
It was a tough first day battling through the rain, but the team took it head on. After all, this is the Chain Reaction Challenge - and the rain certainly made it challenging.
