What's your average distance, pace, etc?

[Crankin]

I will pick up a copy of that book; I've never heard of it. I am not really *depressed,* but it is true that most of my life revolves around riding or some type of physical activity. I don't want that to stop. And yes, you are right, my goal is to keep riding until I die. I just feel it's a bit unfair when I read about some of the accomplishments of others here; I have the discipline to train, but I guess my body won't let me. There are people with physical issues much more involved than mine who do things that I only think about. I am trying to concentrate on building strength, because that is going to help me all around. One thing is for sure; riding has made it almost impossible for me to spend time in the gym, unless it's below 40 out. I'll go a couple of weeks to do weights or yoga and then the outdoors beckons me on those days... when it's just too nice out. I do have a mini gym at home, and am more apt to do that.
And riding/walking/hiking outside has been a good balance from my studies. Yesterday, I went out after spending 3 hours at the library, working on a paper. I couldn't spend one more minute there! So even though I was upset about my pitiful speed, I felt rejuvenated mentally and came home and finished my paper.

[redrhodie]

The book is about riding for your mind as well as your body. She approaches riding as a meditation. I tried yesterday to think about using breath the way she discusses, and realized, even with my strong yoga background, I still don't fully breathe when I ride. It was an eye opener, and I have a lot of work to do.

I am a recovering bike computer junkie. Step 1, admit you have a problem. I took my computer off my bike. I still check the stats (I have my ways) when I get home, but that lapse in time (from looking at my average speed while still on the ride) keeps me from feeling badly about myself.

[Mr. Bloom]

Using MotionBased, Here's what I figured out for 2008:

Total 2008 Miles: 3,582 in 147 rides
Longest Ride: 160.2 miles@20mph (RAIn Ride)

Average Ride: 24.3 miles
Average Speed: 16.7 mph
Fastest Speed: 60.7mph (uphill I think) 2nd fastest: 48mph
Total Climbing: 229,532 feet (nearly to the MOON!)

Time Riding: 18 months, trying to keep up with the athletically superior Silver