πŸŽ‡ Firecracker 50 Checklist

Published: 5/29/2025

Tags: checklist, firecracker 50, race prep

This race is fast, high-altitude, and unforgiving. I’m building this list around big climbs, loose descents, and Breck’s July 4th weather.

Checkout the full tire pick analysis here ↗️

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