The Traka 360, a grueling gravel race in Spain, challenges cyclists with a 358.5 km course that includes 3,700 m of climbing. Competitors like Lachlan Morton of EF Education-EasyPost emphasize a need for pain tolerance in pursuit of victory, comparing it to holding a hand in fire. The event features elite athletes shooting for a win, including defending champion Peter Stetina. Morton recalls his previous strong finish and expresses excitement about the competitive atmosphere, approaching the race with a mix of fun and seriousness as he takes on this daunting challenge.
Morton likens the race pace to holding your hand in a flame, where comfort must be sacrificed to pursue victory.
The course challenges racers with 358.5km distance and 3,700m of climbing, promising a fierce competition among elite cyclists.
For a sustainable pace, riders must adopt a conservative approach; however, for victory, one must endure discomfort for the longest.
Morton expresses excitement about returning to the Traka 360, noting the electric atmosphere and competition reminiscent of national racing.
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