Erzberg is a brutal and physically demanding race that has broken the minds and machines of so many racers. What are the secrets to survival, enjoyment, and ultimately success at the Iron Giant?
“It’s certainly a unique race, there’s nothing else like it really. It’s a lot shorter than most people imagine, and it’s really intense. Fitness, for me, is the key to doing well. The race has a bit of everything, but it’s the technical sections like Carl’s Dinner where you need the technical skills, the ability to select the best lines and that’s obviously where my experience comes in. To finish, to try and win, everything has to be right on the day. There’s no room for big mistakes.”
How do you even begin to prepare for a race as hard as the Red Bull Erzbergrodeo?
I don’t change my training too much for Erzberg. Being in June I’ve normally done a lot of racing and riding up to that point, so generally my fitness is where it needs to be.
