Just back from another trip to Portimao. On the bike I managed to get a 2:02.99 (No we're not calling that a 2:03 
) whereas before on the Gen3 I only managed a 2:05 in 2022. The data log shows I had 2:01 pace if I could have strung a lap together with all my best sectors. The Gen 5 is definitely a better bike for me and what I need out of it. And it's been super reliable so far, touch-wood.
Off the bike on Day 3 I managed to wrench my lower back and was nearly off to the hospital. Bananaman and 2 others got the bike and kit packed away and then got me to the airport and home where they wheeled me back to the wifes waiting car. Now flat on my back in my home. My core is just stupidly weak and got over stressed by me searching for PB's. Lessons for me to learn there about maintaining some 'core' fitness.
Portimao is a hell of a challenge. Wind was quite a big factor. Got blown sideways on the start and finish in the afternoons. But the track is so good, it's a must do IMO.
Good to share a beer or two with other forum members
Best of day 2...
) whereas before on the Gen3 I only managed a 2:05 in 2022. The data log shows I had 2:01 pace if I could have strung a lap together with all my best sectors. The Gen 5 is definitely a better bike for me and what I need out of it. And it's been super reliable so far, touch-wood.Off the bike on Day 3 I managed to wrench my lower back and was nearly off to the hospital. Bananaman and 2 others got the bike and kit packed away and then got me to the airport and home where they wheeled me back to the wifes waiting car. Now flat on my back in my home. My core is just stupidly weak and got over stressed by me searching for PB's. Lessons for me to learn there about maintaining some 'core' fitness.
Portimao is a hell of a challenge. Wind was quite a big factor. Got blown sideways on the start and finish in the afternoons. But the track is so good, it's a must do IMO.
Good to share a beer or two with other forum members
Best of day 2...
