Cowbells for Maillotpois

[snapdragen]

Harumph. A measly 134 miles, probably 14,500 - 15,000 feet of climbing....I am disappointed.

NOT!!

Good job MP -- in riding what you could, and knowing when your heart really wasn't in it. Diablo and Hamilton will be there (barring any 12.0 earthquakes....) for you to tackle another day.

[Trek420]

Diablo and Hamilton will be there (barring any 12.0 earthquakes....) for you to tackle another day.

In which case we've got other problems

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.

My hat's off to you.

[five one]

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.

Yay MP!

[salsabike]

Good for you, cookie. You still had a great ride but knew when to stop, which seems pretty smart and good to me.

[Geonz]

Personally, I think being able to DNF with dignity is a goal worth attaining. Listening to yourself on occasion is a good thing

[aka_kim]

134 miles and umpteen thousand feet of climbing is nothing to sneeze at. You are one of my cycling heroes, DNF or no.

[Trekhawk]

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%.

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.

[andtckrtoo]

134 miles and umpteen thousand feet of climbing is nothing to sneeze at. You are one of my cycling heroes, DNF or no.

+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.

[indysteel]

134 miles and umpteen thousand feet of climbing is nothing to sneeze at. You are one of my cycling heroes, DNF or no.

+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!