Chequamegon recap, with Betsy Welch, Ellen Campbell, and power file analysis
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In our latest recap of the Life Time Grand Prix series, we’re covering Chequamegon, the punchy, 40 mile mountain bike race in Northern Wisconsin. This year’s event saw new riders at the front of the pack and drama in the sprint finishes.  Payson talks to Velo reporter Betsy Welch to break down the men’s race and Alexy Vermeulen’s win. They discuss the 14-man sprint to the finish, the relief of a 40-mile race in the middle of a season dominated by 100+ mile events, and look at the current rider standings. They also look back at Gravel Nationals and look ahead to Gravel Worlds. Ellen Campbell joins the show to provide a first-person account of the women’s race. She talks about the crowded course, the contentious jockeying for position, and the riders who stood out.  Payson also digs into some of the riders' power files to provide some data analysis, and we hear from listeners who competed in the race.  Instagram: @theadventurestache
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