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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 18 Report

Posted May 11, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 2 Comments

Wednesday June 23, 2021: On the road at 6:47am. My starting times were starting to slip. An absolute necessity given my later finishing times over the last couple of days but starting in bright sunshine felt a little unnerving - like I was already behind schedule....

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 17 Report

Posted May 6, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 0 Comments

Tuesday June 22, 2021: Given the late finish the previous night I gave myself a little reprieve and set my alarm for the more civilised time of 5:30am. Surprisingly I answered the call with the minimum of hesitation before proceeding to hobble around the hotel room,...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 16 Report

Posted May 4, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 0 Comments

Monday June 21, 2021: Up at 3am and the lethargy hit me immediately. I felt like shit. Nothing specific outside the usual aches and tiredness but I had very obviously recovered particularly poorly. The pitter pater of rain on the tin roof outside my second floor...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 15 Report

Posted April 22, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 2 Comments

Sunday June 20, 2021 (Fathers Day): Pre Sparrow fart, aka stupid o'clock aka very early in the morning (or is 2:30am still night? - Strava thinks so) on the first day of the 3rd week of the race brought with it a determination and focus...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 14 Report

Posted April 19, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 0 Comments

Saturday June 19, 2021: Out the door just after 5am, the leftover Chinese food that I'd just inhaled for breakfast already creaking in the belly. Stay where you are Chinese food - I don't want to hear from you until the appropriate time and place...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 13 Report

Posted March 15, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 6 Comments

Friday June 18, 2021: Another 2:30am alarm, another similar reaction - where am I? What the fuck is going on?  One Mississippi, 2 Mississippi, 3 Mississippi...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 12 Report

Posted March 3, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 0 Comments

Thursday June 17, 2021: Yet again, an early finish called for a very early start. However, on this occasion I was ready and rearing to answer the call of the 2:30am alarm. I had even pre-packed my bike and laid out neatly all the required clothing...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 11 Report

Posted February 23, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 2 Comments

Wednesday June 16, 2021: Given my abbreviated day yesterday I had set my alarm for stupid o'clock. I was desperate to make up for the lost time and to also get a jump on the forecasted heat which was predicted to be north of 100...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 10 Report

Posted February 11, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 1 Comment

Tuesday June 15, 2021: Out of bed just before 5am. Another morning dominated by a sense of optimism. I am still riding high from yesterdays amazing day through Yellowstone and past the Grand Tetons. I definitely feel like I am entering a new stage of...

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2021 Trans Am Bike Race Day 9 Report

Posted February 4, 2022 in 2021 Trans Am by Mark Croker 4 Comments

Monday June 14, 2021: Up and at em' at 4:30am, on the road at 5:20am. I was in really good spirits, ready and raring to have a red hot crack. I put this overwhelmingly positive mindset down to a couple of things. I was hitting...

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Yes I blogged about my 2017 Trans Am experience but there is so much more to be said. It is taking a while but it is absolutely going to get done. Should you want to receive updates on how the book writing is going please sign up below.

About Me

Hi, my name is Mark and I am a cyclist, a MAMIL Cyclist. I ride my bike whenever and wherever I get the chance. It is the means by which I keep my recalcitrant waistline under relative control. It is my hobby. It is my passion. It is my therapy. It now feeds my creative outlet in the form of this blog.

That is the short story, the longer (much longer) story is here.

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Indo-Pac Day 12: the call of civilisayion is stron Indo-Pac Day 12: the call of civilisayion is strong....
Still finding it a little tough out here at the mo Still finding it a little tough out here at the mo but as they say in this neck of the woods; "she'll be right"
It is oh so freakin' sweet to be back in God's Cou It is oh so freakin' sweet to be back in God's Country albeit on the other coast for the time being.

Bike has been unboxed and built back to fighting strength by the legends @rdspeedshop @john_ronc.

The Fundraising for  @trishmsresearchfoundation is progressing incredibly well. Thank you!! It's 3 days before the ride has even begun and we're already at $1,460 towards the goal of $5,500!!

Should you wish to contribute or find out more about how the Foundation is making a significant contribution to Multiple Sclerosis research both in Australia and Globally please refer the link in my bio...

Thanks!
A few more Richmond snaps.... A few more Richmond snaps....
Cheeky little ride down to the start to ensure map Cheeky little ride down to the start to ensure maps have uploaded ok......check.

Catching up with mum, dad and my sister Janet for the first time  in 4 years......check. (they've flown over from Sydney for the start. Best guess is 25 years since the 4 of us have shared the same roof)
Mum and Dad on "Buttonhole" Chamois cream and "But Mum and Dad on "Buttonhole" Chamois cream and "Butt paste" packing duties. A good one to outsource. It truly is a team effort!
Packed my sausage rolls last night pre-ride Zero H Packed my sausage rolls last night pre-ride
Zero Hour 8:30am
And I'm gonna be high
As a kite by then
I am an Orange Man
Fall times.... Fall times....
Indi-Pac Day 4: Rough start, better finish.... Indi-Pac Day 4: Rough start, better finish....
Bike et accoutrement starting to take shape... Bike et accoutrement starting to take shape...
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I AM WRITING A BOOK

Yes I blogged about my 2017 Trans Am experience but there is so much more to be said. It is taking a while but it is absolutely going to get done. Should you want to receive updates on how the book writing is going please sign up below.

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