Intervju med Greg Saw
Greg Saw fra Hard Rocx Abax Racing deltar i årets ritt så vi gjennomførte et lite intervju, her er spørsmålene våre og svarene hans.
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What do you know about Skagerrakrittet?
I have not looked so close at the bike event but it is a nice area to ride a bike!
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What made you choose Skagerrakrittet this year?
It has been a few years since I have visited Arendal. I have good histories and memories with the area since I have been riding the bikes for a while. I want to bring my family for a nice bike weekend.
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What connections or interest do you have of Sørlandet?
I won Norgescup 2007 landevei for Team Sør. I have many old friends I have not seen for a few years. I have spent many summers around Fevik and had some nice road rides there. I was married in Grimstad – road my bike from Bø to the wedding and back
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What is your biggest goal this cycling season?
Since I had a long injury period this spring I would like a good August – Grenserittet, a new favourite in Helterittet and of course Birken
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What type of bike do you ride in technical races and races on gravel?
My sponsor is HardRocx and I use the 29r all season. If it is a really bumpy ride I will use a large volume tire with wide rims from American Classic 32mm wide! The bike is great for marathon in Norway
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What type of tires do you use in technical races and races on gravel?
I like fast rolling on the back with a strong side wall-protection, on the front tire I like some side knobs for cornering. I like fast rolling tires like Specialised or Ikon Maxxis or Rocket Ron
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How is your training schedule when approaching an important race?
This month will be a lot of training both volume and strength. In August when my main races come, it will be racing every week-end and training will be cut down to mostly recovery with short efforts
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What and when do you eat before a race?
Before a race I may have a big dinner the night before – a super meal to fill up. Breakfast before a race may be then light, but it depends when the start is, early or late in the day. I want to eat 2-3 hours before the race, a small snack since normally I am full from the carbo load the day before. The big dinner: pasta or pizza makes me happy, I run very well on good fats! Homemade is always the best!
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Any racing tips to other riders?
Give your bike some care! Maybe take it to a bike shop for quick check to make sure it is ready to go.