Name: Jed Sampsel
Birthday: November 23, 1979
Hometown: Emporia, Kansas
Current Residence: Emporia, Kansas
Occupation: Data networking
1. What bike(s) do you currently own?
2011 Trek Fuel ex 9.7 2008 Trek XO2 2009 Trek 6000 2012 Trek Cronus Ultimate CX (pending)
2. What size of wheels do you prefer 26, 29, or both? Why?
I prefer 26er just because it feels “right” to me. I have owned both and have been lucky to be able to have ridden the top 26er’s and top 29er’s back to back. 29 inch wheels do have some advantages no question, but the slightly better rolling resistance didn’t make up for the awkwardness (to me) in the corners. I think its good both are available and just going to be personal preference.
3. You’re favorite trail and its location?
Perry Lake Wilson Lake Camp Alexander (Emporia)
4. How many years have you been riding? And how many years racing?
About 3 years. Did my first race about 3 months after I started.
5. What type of racing is your specialty? (XC, Endurance, CX, Road, ect). Why?
Gravel road racing. I prefer the 50 mile or less races, with the exception of the Dirty Kanza 200
6. Do you have any pre-race rituals or preferred meals?
Yes! I usually blend up a smoothie about 1 hour before. Strawberries, Blueberries, Rasberries, Hemp oil, hemp protein, Banana and some OJ. If I am out of town I will just eat some dried dates, or have a sequel naturals Vega whole food bar.
7. During a race what Energy and Fluid Replacement products do you use?
I am a little different then anyone else. I mix calcium fortified orange juice with water about 50/50 throw in a little sea salt, I get lots of potassium, calcium and enough sodium. Or I will use a packet of Vega sport electrolyte hydrator with water it has ALL the electrolytes and some minerals not just salt and potassium like most.
8. You’re favorite song or band?
Geez not sure anymore… I guess I am getting old as I don’t like much of the new stuff. I like 90 rock the most but also like 80′s and early 00′s stuff too.
9. You’re favorite movie?
Not sure I can name one. Old movies I like the first Ace Ventura pet detective, Dumb and dumber, Christine, American Graffiti and the first 2 Terminator movies. My favorite recent movie is Fracture.
10. You’re favorite foods?
Wild blueberries, Dates, Spinach, Grapes, Eggs. Favorite cheat foods would be vegetarian pizza and lasagna.
11. Any other hobbies besides cycling?
Cars and motorcycles Boxing Wakeboarding
12. Why should someone take up cycling as a new hobby?
Best thing about cycling is you can be hanging out with your friends, getting a good workout and having lots of fun all at the same time.
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