Sunday 5/7/06, EMC2/Vellum Criterium

[BikeMomma]

Hey Charlotte!

Ok, so no wine this time, but how did you do otherwise? Ummm....Everyone, Charlotte raced today: Stocton Grand Prix (it's ok, the link is safe to open). You all can read her and her teammates' race reports here: Team CVC Race Reports page. I bowed out for this one 'cause I've been sorta sick this week, and because the dh had to work today. I suppose I could have found a sitter, but excuses, excuses!

Re the Dash for Cash -- I think there's a bridal shower I rsvp'd to for a gal at work that day, but I think I'd rather race. That's an easy choice. As of right now, I see no other conflicts. My bro is getting married the evening before (friday evening at the lake), but shouldn't affect me for Saturday unless I have too much to drink at the reception.

Yep, I should be there Tuesday. Cya then!
~Kim

ps Forgot to congratulate you on the upgrade! You go grrrl!!!

[Lise]

You guys continue to amaze me. In my tri yesterday, I finally got up the courage to keep pedaling through the corners. Nice, wide corners with no other bikes around me. One corner was a bit tight, for me. I never did pedal through that one. Race on! I love the reports. L.

[maillotpois]

Great report - glad you didn't get caught up in the crash. That can be so scary!

[Vino]

I think it's gonna be hot for the Dash 4 Cash.
I try to keep my race reports colorful to say the least (ha!)

Anyhow, since I have a public domain to hound you about races here's a list to consider:

6 /10 Fremont Crit
6/17 Folsom Crit
6/18 Nevada City Crit

You missed one hulluva ride Tuesday. Kevin, Eugene and I showed up and the group smelled blood (post six hour ride weakness I suppose) and we left Raley's in a ball of 28 mph flames. The ride settled in at 25 mph going out Bear Creek and then coming in everyone was taking it slow (total reverse of the usual pace lol). Eugene, Kevin and I crossed the line in 1,2,3 in the group sprint. That'll teach 'em to mess with us. My legs felt pretty strong -- how about you? I was in a comma most of Tuesday morning. Get this: Steve had to get up at 1am for work the same night. We owe him a six pack

Hey, don't be so surprised at your results -- you're getting stronger and staying at the front.

Ciao,
Vino
See you tonight for the ride, or call me.

[BikeMomma]

Hey Speedy - nice ride tonight, except for that crosswind down the last hill --- wassup with that?? My feet (arches) were cramping BIGtime...first the left, then the right. It was all I could do to hang onto John's wheel.

At least we race earlier in the day on Saturday.....shouldn't be too warm then (let's hope anyway). I have no idea how I'll be on Saturday...my brother is getting married tomorrow and I'm going to TRY to be good and split early, much to my mother's frowns of disapproval, I'm sure.....

Fremont's a possible. So'z Folsom. Nevada City is out....Dad's Day. Gotta pay my respects to Big Daddy Nutt.

I'll call ya with what time Taxi Kim will be by to pick you up. hehe

Good job showin' the boyz who's boss Tuesday (and heck! tonight too!)
Grrrl power!
Later...
~k

[BikeMomma]

You guys continue to amaze me. In my tri yesterday, I finally got up the courage to keep pedaling through the corners. Nice, wide corners with no other bikes around me. One corner was a bit tight, for me. I never did pedal through that one. Race on! I love the reports. L.

Great report - glad you didn't get caught up in the crash. That can be so scary!

Hey Sarah & Lise -- thanks for the encouragement. You guys are awesome, too.

Lise, keep practicing those corners. Don't be afraid to lean in, and trust your wheels to stick and carry you through. Once you get the technique, then work on the speed. You'll get it, don't worry.

Sarah, yea the crash was pretty ugly. Loud too. I just knew someone was going to eat it, the way the race was just all over the place. I was just hoping it didn't involve ME. I had to swerve a little, but that's it.

Send "luck vibes" for Char (Vino) and I Saturday a.m. (8:45 & 9:40 start times). Racing in Pleasanton (VeloGirl - I see you're entered! Yay! See you there & good luck to you ). PM me for race details if anyone wants to come watch. Slinkedog??

Thanks girlz!
~BikeMomma