Sturm and Stetina survive and thrive in The Traka 360, Vakoc wins the Traka 200
Pete Stetina took the win with a come-from-behind victory in the 360km Traka. The race takes in the surrounding rolling hills and small mountain towns that make Catalunya a favored locale for pro cyclists. Early mechanicals forced Stetina to adopt a different approach, picking off groups of riders throughout the nearly 12 hour event with the help of Rob Britton. They eventually finished 1-2, ahead of fellow North American Chad Haga, surprising all, including themselves.
Sarah Sturm finished on the podium once again, taking 3rd place behind winner Karolina Migon and Geerike Schreurs.
In the Traka 200km it was familiar face Unbound 2023 winner, Carolin Schiff with a commanding victory and Ellen Campbell in 9th
Petr Vakoc picked up the win in a close finish with Jasper Ockeloen. Eagle-eyed viewers may recognize Greg van Avermaet just behind in 7th with notables Niki Terpstra, Daniel Oss, Alistair Brownlee, former UNBOUND Gravel winner Ivar Silk, Lance Haidet and Ted King in the top-40. You’ll see those names back for Unbound Gravel in just a few weeks.
Johnston wins his 6th Marathon MTB National Title in sprint finish
Brendan Johnston came out ahead in the 89km race, winning his 6th Australian National Championship title in the MTB Marathon.
La Grind Gravel STAGE RACE
Paige Onweller wins in Emporia as she continues on her journey back from an early season injury.
