You're right. The important thing is that you did try. So maybe it wasn't the thing for you, but at least you tried and found out. I think that if you did have someone going with you that you could enjoy you would've stayed and ridden the whole thing. Why couldn't DH keep going with you? I'm sure the crap weather on Monday basically sealed the fate of your tour. Loneliness and crap weather do not mix. Kudos to you for trying it solo and I hope that if you do decide to tour again you have a blast with the right people.
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06-09-2008, 06:08 PM #1
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06-09-2008, 06:15 PM #2
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At least you did try it
Sounds like a bummer but at least you got out there. Why don't you try a shorter trip sometime, even an overnighter with DH? I love cycling and have only been doing it a short time and it helps to have some loyal friends who will ride as often as their schedules allow. I hope to hear sometime that you tried it again and that the experience was great. Hang in there.
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06-09-2008, 06:24 PM #3
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Well done for getting out there and giving it a go.
Love the pics!!
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06-09-2008, 07:25 PM #4
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That last photo is great, it says it all.
Weather like that would suck the fun out of anything.
I know what you mean about your normal personality heading out the door when you're on a big group ride like that and don't know anyone. Sometimes cycling isn't the best way to meet people.
I wouldn't give up on touring, though. just do it differently.
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06-09-2008, 07:50 PM #5
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I am so impressed by your adventure. I hope you are proud of your courage. I understand about "lonely in a crowd". Much more fun to share with someone you know! I am a new rider and just the thought of getting good enough to consider entering a ride is so far far away right now! But exciting! I'll surely grab someone to go with me, now!
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