courtesy TriLife Sports

July 27, 2002 (Canmore, Alberta)- The Canmore Nordic Centre was the heart
of the action last weekend for
the 7th annual 24 Hours of Adrenalin presented by Jeep race, the 2nd
largest of the twelve North American series events. Having sold out weeks
ago, the spirit of mountain biking in Alberta was clearly evident.

Returning champion and local rider, Ryan Draper (Giant/Rebound Cylce),
relentlessly led the solo field. “I was pushed relentlessly by Zidek – The
Bike Shop – (Draper’s main rival, also a Canmore local). He pushed me
really hard, but around 4 or 5 o’clock, I heard he was out of the race.”
Draper held the lead and finished with 19 laps in 23:23:53, covering 313
kms. Exhausted and emotionally drained, Draper claimed “It’s not just
physical, it’s really, really about mental attitude.” Taking the Female
Solo lead was Monica Nelson (Gerick Cycle/Specialized Bicycles), from
Kelowna, who covered 15 laps in 23:27:17. Nelson placed 5th overall (men &
women) covering 247 kms.

“The energy-vibe is incredible, here in Alberta,” says Aaron McConnell,
Regional Event Director for Trilife Sports International. “Overall, it’s
been an incredible weekend and we’re looking forward to returning in 2003.
A special thanks goes to our presenting sponsor, Jeep – their products and
on-site Jeep Experience activity tent add a positive new dimension to the
event” added McConnell.

For complete results, see Race Results at www.24hoursofadrenalin.com.