Training for the Tarawera 100

[WuZards-Eugene]

Hey Everyone

I'm considering entering into the Tarawera 100, and just have a few questions on what to expect, and how far over my head I will be.

1. As I have never done an Enduro before, im not too sure what type of track/terrain to expect. Im guessing that it will be a mix of everything, but are there any obsticles or extreamly challanging parts that I should practice.

2. Grades; not too sure how the grades work. Im guessing that I would be put into either the 300cc+ motocross or Enduro class (WR400), but will I be destined for last place before I even start, or will I actually have a chance to make my way to somewhere (just above last place). I have no problem coming last, however I do have a problem with being "that cunt getting in the way all the time". Is there a Novice grade?

3. Practice; any suggestions on where I could get some practice in the mean time. Ive done a few trail rides, gone into the Akatarawa's alot, and done a few laps around "hairy hills raceway" in the waiarapa's, but other than that, I don't have any track/race time.

4. The main question; is it sensible entering into this race, or is it more for the talented racers that have skill from here to ying yang.

I'll be grateful for any input.

Cheers

Eugene

[flyingcr250]

its not hard at all, its really all about fitness, i did the t100 last year after having not riden for 7 months, the terrain wasnt challenging and there was no obstacles which made me shit my pants lol. give it a go!

[Ride it till the red]

The Aka's is some of the best training you can get mate.... Take Rory Mead for example, it's his backyard.

If you can confidently attack any track in there you should be fine. Just make sure you can ride for hours on end, endurance is key. Obviously.

[cheese]

The T100 is a buzz. Just do it.

Tips - fitness fitness fitness. Pace yourself and try to get a good start. Its not hard hard at all, just quite long and goes on and on!!

[WuZards-Eugene]

Cheers for the input guys, I may see some of you up there then.