I had a great time in Austin last weekend with Lance Armstrong and his family.  The weekend ended with my first mountain bike race.  The Mellow Classic Mt. Bike race was held on Lance's Juan Paleto Ranch.  It was a 3 lap race totaling 24 miles.  I was doing alright for 2 laps considering my lack or riding since Ironman, but the last lap I fell apart.  I have not bonked like that in years.  Racing on a mountain bike is a lot different than the long endurance days I am used to.  Should have had more for lunch before the race.  I finally found my gel I dropped on lap 2 and started to feel better.  Little late though.  It was a lot of fun and I look forward to the next race this spring.