FEb 28th rides

[PamNY]

Today I went back and forth over the Brooklyn Bridge. Monotonous, but I think it will build stamina. It's the closest thing I have to a hill nearby. There's usually something entertaining on the bridge, and today was no exception.

The temperature was 35 degrees and the wind was noticeable, but the lady in the photo shoot seemed quite cheery. By the way, the bike lane (both directions) is on the right side of the white line. My bell gets a workout, and I also yell at people (but nicely).

Pam

[sundial]

I picked up the new bike and rode around the parking lot at the LBS.

Of course it's going to snow tomorrow.

Yep, if you want it to rain, snow, or sleet, get a new bike.
Where's the new pics of your hot bike? What's the name of it?

[Karma007]

My ride was... well, let's see. I couldn't make the group ride b/c dog had a vet apt., so I decided to ride the same route a little later in the morning. In an attempt to add mileage, I decided to ride out to the meeting site. (All unfamiliar terrain). The ride to Orinda was MISERABLE! The directions I had stunk, and I ended up PUSHING my bike quite a bit. Even that, I had to stop every 20 feet or so to catch my breath. Now, While I'm not in the best shape, the idea that I was pushing my bike up these hills was tough to take.It took almost 2 hours to go 14 miles. In cleats. Insane. Finally getting to the start of the route, I decided to tackle it. (Ego, ego). The next 33 miles were nice, but every grade brought me to tears at that point, as if the hill was put there, just to spite me. I made it back to Orinda, took transit home, where bf was kind enough to pick me up.
The good- At 47 miles, I'm getting my distance back up to where I would like it to be.
LESSON LEARNED- It's not all about the distance! I really did more than I should have, but I had my mind on the mileage, and not the overall ride.

In the End- 47 miles, 6 hours, and a bit of hiking. While it wasn't a joy ride, ya gotta admit, I kicked butt!

[Brandy]

We did the Death Valley Double Century on the tandem. The weather was PERFECT! Short sleeve jerseys, arm coolers and shorts all day. We forgot to pack our windbreakers but thankfully didn't need them.

[melissam]

jobob, dachsund and melissam did a GREAT job on a very very tough 60 mile Death Ride training ride! (trinity grade and spring mountain - sustained very steep grades). super good job friends! you have a lot to be proud of today.

Whew, that was SOME ride!!! I logged it in bikejournal this afternoon, and I think it's the first time I've ever marked a ride as "steep hills."

Fantastic training tips and encouragement from your coaching squad, MP!

- Mel