Jonathan Lee shares his experience during stage five of the Singletrack 6 mountain bike race, which turned out to be more difficult than he expected. The stage featured tough climbs and a particularly steep final ascent. Despite a rocky start, Jon paced himself well, finishing eighth for this stage and holding onto his ninth place overall. He reflects on the technical descents and the mental challenges of racing on unfamiliar trails. As he looks towards the final stage, he plans to keep a steady pace but recognizes the difficulties posed by the shorter, faster course and possible weather issues. He also touches on his nutrition strategy for the race and his anticipation for a refreshing salad once it’s all over.
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