My husband John and I did a race of 60 miles that ended with an 8 mile climb with grades of over 15%...he finished 10th - and came back down to find me....this is what pain looks like when you have not been racing for a year. So when you feel tired after work and don't want to get out on your bike - JUST DO IT!!!
John is in the front looking at me like - would you hurry up???
It was a gran fodo style ride that was just awesome.
We are fortunate to have so many organized rides and races here in the mountains of NC and SC.
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06-28-2010, 05:23 AM #1
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this is what an 8 mile steep climb looks like!
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06-28-2010, 09:38 AM #2
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You look like you're smiling..I'm sure you'll tell me it was a grimace!
Nice work.
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06-28-2010, 09:45 AM #3
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You look like you are having fun to me too! That's brutal but sounds like a lot of fun. Congratulations for even finishing!
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06-28-2010, 11:20 AM #4
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I can't even fathom doing that grade at this point.
Well done!!
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06-28-2010, 01:12 PM #5
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I'm nauseous thinking about it... haha.
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06-28-2010, 07:36 PM #6
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maintain a blank face when climbing. Makes a bit of difference. Trust me.
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