Bariani Road Race - P12 Race Report

Date: March 17th, 2024

AVRT Racers: Grant, Andrea, Andrew, Jack, Flo, David, Nico, Austin, Nathan, PA

[Report written by PA]

The race started early, with anticipation high among our team. However, the first two laps were marked by misfortune as David, Nico, and Andrea all faced mechanical issues that forced them out. With our strategy shifting, I was now tasked with sprinting.

The race was intense from the start, with the breakaway struggling to establish itself. Nathan made a bold move and went solo, holding his ground for most of the second half of the race. The tension heightened when a threatening break formed, consisting of many of the expected contenders. Yet, Voler Factory Racing showed their strength and managed to reel it back in, keeping the peloton together as we approached the final stretch.

As we neared the finish, Tyler Williams launched an attack on the climb three miles out. I pushed hard to stay with him but found myself in a second group. Shortly after, we were joined by a third group that included Grant, who made a daring move with a late flyer. He was caught just before the end. In the final sprint, I gave it my all and secured a 10th place finish on the day.