Well done MP. I'm glad I'm reading that you stopped - not that you went offroad due to fatigue/steering issues.
Rest well.
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Well done MP. I'm glad I'm reading that you stopped - not that you went offroad due to fatigue/steering issues.
Rest well.
What jobob said.
You did great! And part of doing great is knowing when the returns are diminishing. Way to go MP.
Hey, I liked that I actually got to talk to you, instead of just handing you a water bottle and some V8. :) And the extra set of hands was great for tearing down the rest stop.
Maybe next year we do it together.
Veronica
In which case we've got other problems :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by snapdragen
Virtual cow bell ringing!!!!! Your DNF is further and harder than most people ever dream of riding. It's supposed to be fun after all. You double century riders have a crazy idea of fun. I can't imagine getting going that early in the morning. :rolleyes:
My hat's off to you. :)
I am still mightily impressed with your ride. First, for how far you went, considering the conversation going in your head. And second, for knowing that it wasn't going to happen this time and stopping.
I remember reading your account from two years ago and being amazed at the feat. Wasn't there a goat in there somewhere? Just planning the food, drinks, clothing, lights, etc., seems mind boggling to me:confused::eek::confused:.
Yay MP!
Good for you, cookie. You still had a great ride but knew when to stop, which seems pretty smart and good to me.
Personally, I think being able to DNF with dignity is a goal worth attaining. Listening to yourself on occasion is a good thing :)
134 miles and umpteen thousand feet of climbing is nothing to sneeze at. You are one of my cycling heroes, DNF or no.
I agree with Kim 100%.Quote:
Originally Posted by aka_kim
I admire riders that can adapt and sometimes that may mean saying enough is enough. You listened to your body and that is smart riding.
Well done MP.:)
I have a lot of respect for people who know their limits and honor them! You still went three times farther than I've ever been! ;)
Karen
Very impressive ride Sarah! You should be proud of yourself. :)
MP: I totally agree with everyone here. Looking at what you DID ride, I'm SOOOOO IMPRESSED!!!!! That looks just absolutely horrible to me! Way to go and I can already see that you'll be back from your comments. ;) Rest up well.
MP..all i have to say is..you're one amazing rider :D
Thanks for inspiring others :)
+2 - I am in awe! Knowing that you're idea of a casual ride is my idea of an epic one and knowing that you have the sense to stop when your body says to just inspires me more.Quote:
Originally Posted by aka_kim
+1,000,000! Finishing any ride is an accomplishment, but listening to your body and mind--and respecting what it says--is far more significant. Way to go!Quote:
Originally Posted by aka_kim
It's moe than a death ride. Congratulaion for making it that far. Sometimes, it takes more to call it "finished for the day". Perseverence for making it as far as you did.
The important thing is you didn't get hurt. and you are not totally wiped out. Just be happy for making the right decision at 134 miles. :D
I can't tell you how proud I am of your accomplishment. To come pack after multiple PE's and to do this very strenuous ride says so much about your character. I have as much, if not more, respect for you.