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John Merli |
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Nickname:
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Paka | |
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City/State:
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Webster Groves, MO | |
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Birthday:
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April 22, 1952 | |
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Category:
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MTB Beginner and Road Category 5 | |
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Bike:
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Airborne
Zeppelin |
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Occupation:
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Owner Dogfish Apparel | |
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Type:
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MTB | |
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Start
Racing:
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1998 | |
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What
is your best result to date?
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2nd place Wisconsin NORBA Nationals | |
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How
many hours do you train per week?
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10 | |
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What
is your favorite race course?
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Castlewood | |
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What
is your favorite place to ride for fun?
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Marquette Road Ride or Chubb Trail | |
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How
much do you train on the road?
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90% | |
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Do
you cross train or use weights?
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No | |
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Do
you use supplements or sport drinks?
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No | |
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Other
than training, how do you prepare for a race?
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I am the one bringing all the stuff to the races - so no time to think about actually racing. | |
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What
are your strong points when racing?
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Good technical skills. | |
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What
aspect of racing is the most fun to you?
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Finishing. | |
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What
has been your greatest moment on your bike?
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There are all great moments. | |
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Do
you have any advice for beginners?
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Have fun. | |
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Anything
you can offer to the team for networking?
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Custom graphic apparel. No order too small or too large. | |
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