Telstar on Saturday

Race Info:

Saturday's race at Telstar begins at 11:00 AM.  This is a 3k skate relay race.  There are 4 skiers/team, with each team having 2 girls and 2 boys.  Race location is Telstar High School in Bethel.  We can go into the school to stay warm.

Travel Info:

Everyone should plan on being at Desert Rd around 8:00.  We will leave by 8:15, with travel time of about 1.5 hours.  Return time is unknown, but skiers can call parents on the way home (maybe around 3:30 - 4:00???).  Please let Susan know by Friday noon if you are not taking the van but taking your own transportation instead.

Notes from John T:

Once we have exact team start times, those racing next need to do a full warm up.  Later starters can do a course preview and go inside if it is extremely cold due to wind chill. In cold conditions a good breakfast and hydration is very important.  Also important - hand warmers, neck and ear coverings and good warm ups. We want to keep warm by moving, not standing still long; once cold it is difficult to warm up. 

Wax info:

The wax will be easy ... cold snow and low humidity call for a cold glide wax.  A base wax can be a graphite or a first layer of the race wax. Race wax Swix CH or LF 6 or equivalent with a good brushing will work.

What to bring:

Skate ski equipment - skis (race and practice), boots, poles

Warm clothing (layers!) - including hat, mittens, race gloves, etc.

Race suit

Water bottle

Lunch

Snacks