In the latest episode of Maxxis’ Rubber Side Down, we follow Canadian Vaea Verbeeck on her campaign to become the Queen of Crankworx. This competition sees athletes take on a variety of gravity-fed mountain bike disciplines to gain points towards the overall standings. To be successful, Vaea must stay healthy, stay upright, and stay ahead of a stacked field of women.
I was a little surprised not to see a team coach in there. I wonder how much more improved her performance would be if she had one to help with the psychological aspect of the sport.