Hoodoo 500 Race Report 2024
In the months leading up to Hoodoo, I had read nearly everything I could find online and on Strava about others' experiences when riding the Hoodoo 500. This was my first ultra race, and I wanted to know as much as possible and prepare the best I could. But ultimately, there was one thing I could not prepare for, as I will discuss soon. I found myself really enjoying the writings and interviews of Kym Louie, Keven Bilbee, and David Haase, just to name a few. Thus, it was very exciting to meet, converse, and ride alongside some of them for the initial 6 miles or so before everyone split up as they settled into their own rhythm before Hurricane. You can also imagine my excitement when I saw Leah Goldstein. She is a huge inspiration and literally the initial motivation for why I was even signed up for a RAAM Qualifier. But that is a story for another day. From St. George to Hurricane felt like business as usual. Back home as a bike commuter, I prefer the shouldered highways with cars ...