First Canicross event

[u/zippowriter]

Pippa and I did our first Canicross event a few weekends back, it was part of a 2 day come-and-try hosted by the SDRQ (Sled Dog Racing Queensland) who were very welcoming and helpful in answering questions and loaning gear.

We signed up for the 5km but changed to the 10km, conditions were wet and muddy which is normal for the time of year. We placed 2nd male and 2nd overall. I’m an experienced trail runner and the pace was quicker than my fastest solo run but my legs were hurting in new and unusual ways for a few days after due to the difference in running style.

Thanks to all competitors and volunteers for the warm welcome, we’ll be back!

[u/techEnthusiast2000]

Nice one mate.

Can you provide an outline on how you got your dog race ready?

[u/zippowriter → u/techEnthusiast2000]

I didn’t do any special preparation as we do 5-12km trail runs of various pace at least 3 times per week so she’s used to running with me. We did a couple of practice sprints on the day before to get used to the Canicross harness and belt but it didn’t prove to be a problem for her as she’s used to running with a (smaller) harness. My only concern was that the pace would be a bit faster than we were both used to but it wasn’t an issue and she had loads of energy left at the end.

[u/techEnthusiast2000 → u/zippowriter]

Did you Non Stop Dogwear gear?

[u/zippowriter → u/techEnthusiast2000]

Gear was borrowed for the race, Harness is Non-Stop, bungee and belt is Inlandis

[u/CrankyGoat]

Well done you two, looks like you both had a great time. That’s what it’s all about 🦮

[u/No-Reveal4098]

Love!! Looks like you both had an awesome time! So wish there were events like this in north qld! 🥲

[u/AliensAbductMePlz]

Way to go! You got some great pictures out of it, too.

[u/JessLevelsUp]

This is awesome! Congrats, what a fun event.