Tulsa Tough Update!

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

Excitement reaching fever pitch over here... I've got my cowbell ready...


I know I've read reports from some of you on TE about meeting pros..one even Landis..and said he was a really nice guy, etc etc.. Am hoping to meet him Thur or maybe Friday evening (he's having a dedicated autograph session)

Part of me is a little curious if we have any pros already showing up and what if maybe some show up at our Wednesday Night Hammerfest... ??
LOL

Don't mind me gals...feel completely like a Fred..but I don't care (too much).. :P

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

P.S. If any of you are coming into town for this and need anything - PM me.

[katieliz]

Hi all, Long time listener first time caller.....

I'm the gal who came over from Arkansas to ride Tulsa Tough - thanks for the shout out, BabyBlue! All in all it was a good choice for my first multi-day endurance effort. Finished strong, only lost 5 minutes on the second day despite the greater difficulty. I risked a lot taking my new bike over--upgraded to a Ruby Pro last Thursday. Fortunately my bike shop takes good care of me and set it up just like the old bike. However lesson learned - when you go from Shimano to SRAM, practice the double-tap on BOTH sides before heading out for a 100k jaunt

The rides were different both days - there was no overlap so you saw different parts of the countryside with lots of good scenery. The first day was rolling with a few long, gradual ascents but no significant climbs that hit you in the face. The second day, however, two short STEEP climbs were tucked in the middle of the route like a cute little secret from the organizers - but the joke is on them: I like to climb!

If you can ever make it to Tulsa, I recommend this event! Folks were very nice - ride support was everywhere, rest stops very well stocked. (For future reference, if you ever man a rest stop in hot weather, DO put towels in the ice chests - it was like heaven on the back of my neck!) Also, ladies, if you haven't tried it, put some of the ice down the front of your sports bra. Some may look at you funny, but it made all the difference in the world on the first hot ride of the year!

Watch out Tulsa, this lady may go for the Deuce in the next couple of years (If only to have my name announced during the men's professional race )

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

Katie,
You rocked Tulsa Tough! I saw your times... AWESOME chickie!!

It was great seeing you there and meeting your new stablemate(she's a beaut!!)! I'm so glad you chose TT as your first multi-day endurance ride! Sounds like you enjoyed watching the criterium series too. Those men and women are truly nuts! (or as the announcers kept saying - TULSA GLADIATORS!!! LOL) So many crashes... ouch..

I was pouring ice water down my shirt Saturday too!! LOL Yeah - the looks I got.. Oh well..whatever works, right?

Now that you've "broken the suit" <so to speak>, I hope you'll be posting on TE more often..and PLEASE... DO let me know about rides in your neck of the woods! Let me know how your racing career is going as you get into it!

Tailwinds (and no big dogs- heh heh)
Susan

Hi all, Long time listener first time caller.....

I'm the gal who came over from Arkansas to ride Tulsa Tough - thanks for the shout out, BabyBlue! All in all it was a good choice for my first multi-day endurance effort. Finished strong, only lost 5 minutes on the second day despite the greater difficulty. I risked a lot taking my new bike over--upgraded to a Ruby Pro last Thursday. Fortunately my bike shop takes good care of me and set it up just like the old bike. However lesson learned - when you go from Shimano to SRAM, practice the double-tap on BOTH sides before heading out for a 100k jaunt

The rides were different both days - there was no overlap so you saw different parts of the countryside with lots of good scenery. The first day was rolling with a few long, gradual ascents but no significant climbs that hit you in the face. The second day, however, two short STEEP climbs were tucked in the middle of the route like a cute little secret from the organizers - but the joke is on them: I like to climb!

If you can ever make it to Tulsa, I recommend this event! Folks were very nice - ride support was everywhere, rest stops very well stocked. (For future reference, if you ever man a rest stop in hot weather, DO put towels in the ice chests - it was like heaven on the back of my neck!) Also, ladies, if you haven't tried it, put some of the ice down the front of your sports bra. Some may look at you funny, but it made all the difference in the world on the first hot ride of the year!

Watch out Tulsa, this lady may go for the Deuce in the next couple of years (If only to have my name announced during the men's professional race )