November 19/20 rides

[azfiddle]

Thanks Dogmama!

Did a 10 mile recovery ride with the DH this afternoon, and though the muscles around my knees are still bothering me some, I think it was a good plan and I feel better.

As for ETT yesterday, I was thrilled that my back, and sometimes wonky hip were non-issues and I felt strong. It wasn't a speedy ride, but well within the silver medallion time that was my goal- even with a blown out tire, stops at about 4 aid stations, and a stop to help someone else with a flat. I had a strong finish and really picked up the pace on the final mile into the finish line.

[AppleTree]

Only about 8 miles, and I wanted to do a bit more, but my legs started to go numb. 38 degrees here and maybe the last sunny day for the next week, so I really wanted to get one last ride in before the deluge that is coming our way.

Besides, I had to try out my new PI jacket I bought at Gregg's in Seattle yesterday....fits perfectly and is the exact shade of green of my Dolce... sweet!

AZfiddle, congrats on your first Century, awesome! What a feeling, eh?

[Gypsy]

I rode 20 miles yesterday, but weather didn't cooperate today. Tried riding in the morning and was foiled, tried it again the afternoon and was foiled again!

[Catrin]

I rode 20 miles yesterday, but weather didn't cooperate today. Tried riding in the morning and was foiled, tried it again the afternoon and was foiled again!

Yeah, the weather seems to be changing finally...I had hopes of riding today since there wasn't any wind to speak of and the temps were in the very low 50's. It was so damp and wet though that I wimped out and opted for 15 miles on the trainer.

The trainer isn't my preference, but I will take it over doing nothing! It takes quite the mental effort to stay on it though, even watching a movie. I am motivated to keep as much of my fitness as I can though so that does help.

[Grits]

Went out for my first ride on the road since breaking my foot 10 weeks ago. I was with a couple of beginners so was able to go at a very comfortable pace for me to just get used to being out on the road again. 18 miles, but I felt good and like I could have gone a lot further. So nice to get on the road again!

[marni]

Did a fund raiser ride today for the Fort Bend Literacy Council out of Richmond, Texas. Met up with two ladies I used to ride with before FIL arrived and we moved. Good to reunite with old friends. Day was warmish (80's) very humid and very windy. About two thirds of the ride were into 20 mph + winds. By the time we got back they had run out of food. SIGH.....

Today's stats 50 miles 3:05 for slightly better than 15 mph in the wind. Not too shabby. Guess the weight training on the legs is paying off.

marni

[Tri Girl]

Congrats on your first century+ Azfiddle!!!

Great job to everyone else, too!

I didn't ride this weekend- did a marathon instead. Haven't been on my "real" bike in forever (just been commuting to work on the clunker).

[Crankin]

I did my 5:15 AM ride this morning. It was much warmer than predicted, but the temperatures were falling as I rode. Started at 48.9 and it was 44 when i got home, just 40 minutes later. I only rode ten and a half miles, but it was really nice and peaceful! This is the earliest I've been out in awhile. I also have a new light, which is awesome. I felt like I was in my car, I could see so well.
First time that I haven't seen another cyclist in ages. There's a group I usually see on Tuesdays, around 6 AM, but I've been going to the gym on Tuesdays. Saw one runner, who I usually see in my neighborhood, but this time, I saw him in Concord center, about 4 miles away. I know it's the same guy, because he has a very distinctive headlamp and vest.
Now my day will feel calm. And much better than going to the gym.

[Sky King]

Went out for my first ride on the road since breaking my foot 10 weeks ago. I was with a couple of beginners so was able to go at a very comfortable pace for me to just get used to being out on the road again. 18 miles, but I felt good and like I could have gone a lot further. So nice to get on the road again!

My foot and I walked on Sat, stayed on the flat ground and only covered about 3 miles. Rode the bike, with out bike shoes about 8 miles, again on the flat but did pick up my pace a bit on the way home. Is a little stiff this morning but not impossible so hopefully I am on the mend. Of course it was 37 degrees and not any warmer today

[Catrin]

Azfiddle - congratulations!!! Somehow I missed your original post, that is just awesome!

Went out for my first ride on the road since breaking my foot 10 weeks ago. I was with a couple of beginners so was able to go at a very comfortable pace for me to just get used to being out on the road again. 18 miles, but I felt good and like I could have gone a lot further. So nice to get on the road again!

Congratulations on the healed foot, that is great! Foot problems just s*uck.