Wild Wednesday

We would firstly like to start our blog by thanking Geoff from the Quality Inn La Trobe Convention Centre in Traralgon for not only providing superb accommodation, but by donating dinner to the whole TDC group - Fantastic Hospitality and generosity!


The morning started somewhat unusually by the riders collecting sample cups from Allan of Recovery Sports and then returning them charged with urine for analysis of our hydration levels. We were all surprised with how dehydrated we had become, with the worst result being 1 litre down. This meant everyone made a mad rush to increase their water intake, which subsequently meant that the first 70km's of riding was littered with 'comfort stops', this somewhat slowed us down, but we were all well watered!

On a day that became known as 'Wild Wednesday' due to ferocious storms that lashed much of Victoria we managed to weave our way through the Gippsland countryside with nothing but a solid northerly wind which at times made riding difficult.

A Herculean effort from The Unit and Crommo made sure that the rest of the TDC group (including the cars) were able to ride 171km smoothly averaging over 31km/h in winds gusting up to 40 knots.

For lunch we stopped in the beautiful town of Bainsdale where a group of riders smooth talked (Denver) locals into generously donating to this great cause.

The last leg of our ride took in some great country side but also provided some tough riding due to the wind. All riders and crew had to dig deep to ensure that we all arrived safely into Lakes Entrance.



All sprint points were dominated today by team Travelforce with Crommo 1st in the first sprint, Steamboat first in the second sprint with Crommo finishing second and Marty pulling away from a poultry Josh in the third and final sprint of the day.

Category Jersey winners for today were as follows;

Yellow for attitude and spirit: Denver
Blue for guts: Kate
Pink for support: Alex
Polka Dot for focus: The Unit

Signing off - Team Travelforce