July 9th Bike Rides

[hibiscus09]

I felt like I was near death today. We rode 40 miles in Ft. Jackson and it was described as a rolling hills ride. It was awful -- the hills went on forever and around mile 30 or so, I just wanted to start barfing. I wanted to do anything but pedal. Apparently, we took the longer loop and one road was just a continuous hill that seemed to go on forever. Anyhoo, we made it. It was muggy and hot. I took a water bottle with me and a bottle full of Accelerade. Luckily, there we came across Ft. Jackson Golf Club and were able to buy more water and some Gatorade because we definitely ran out of fluids. Not too smart. Now, I know when I need my Camelbak.

What else? Ummmm, oh -- my chain came off 3 freagin times. I've never had that happen and don't know what the deal was with it. My hubby didn't even notice the first time and kept going and going -- but, luckily I seemed to remember from childhood days how to remedy the chain situation on my own.

My max speed was 30mph, but it could have been faster if I wasn't freaking out coming down the hills. The roads weren't the best in the world and definitely need repaving. I was worried I would hit something and go flying off the bike.

I plan on doing a lot of resting for the remainder of the day.

[makbike]

I hosted a ride for the bike club today, what a beautiful day for a ride. We covered 44 miles of beautiful backroads in my community. I took my Giro out on this ride knowing that I was going to have to sweep so speed was not an issue today (yes I will admit some days I love to go fast). I was a true slug today, only averaged 14.1 mph. My wonderful BF rode with me, given this was my first long ride on my recumbent, instead of taking off with the fast group. I must admit it was nice having him ride with me. My legs are very tired and my left knee a tadbit sore. I need to mow the grass and I'm thinking I also hear the bed calling my name so maybe a nap is also in order sometime today. I do need to ride the first part of a route I want to use for my club ride Tuesday morning just to check the accuracy of the milage before I mark the route tomorrow. So much to do and so little time.

[emily_in_nc]

I am so envious of everyone posting their daily rides! I am on a two-week, forced layoff after laser surgery to zap my greater saphenous vein in my left leg. I get to ride again on Wednesday, but in the meantime, no riding, hiking, running, or weight lifting. I can walk, but that's it. I am going stir crazy!

Anyway, just venting. It's great to read about everyone else's rides...

Emily

[KnottedYet]

Rode with my margarita induced hangover. Went down the BG with a friend of mine to an LBS and then back. Got to see Salsa and Mr. Salsa again! We were able to say "Hi", very cool!

After STP the whole Seattle bunch has to get together for a ride or something! Party! (but no margaritas for me for a while, okay?)

This was my first ride in the Skort on the Brooks B67. No problem with the skirt part catching on the springs or the bag loops. Very nice. Saddle is just starting to break in, and it is sooooo comfortable.

[mimitabby]

After 50+ miles yesterday i didn't want to ride, but i knew i had to.
My son got out of bed and said we could ride to West Seattle together. I thought that was great. THen he started arguing with himself that he was NOT feeling like riding today. So I rode alone...
So instead I rode to the Leschi Cafe. It was quite amazing, I averaged 13 mph
REALLY fast for me and passed several people of both sexes. What happened?
was that really me? after 11.5 miles I was done though.
My knee didn't break and I'm committed to riding tomorrow too.

Amazing!

[DebW]

I did a 66 mile ride today. Getting ready for the Tour de Cure 2 day/150 mile ride for diabetes next weekend. Been working on a good route between Wayland and Andover, and I've got it down to 31 miles now. Finally did it without any wrong turns or backtracks (third time was a charm). And got to play with my nephew for an hour in the middle of the ride. Oh, and I tried Nuun and love it!

[alpinerabbit]

I rode 60 km to a mountain pass and back, the Schwägalp (note it ends by that chalet, not up in the sky). This was the last training ride before the Engadin bike marathon next Sunday, except for the carbo loading run I will do Wednesday.



It was hot and humid (for Swiss standards that is) - I lost 1 kg of weight between early morning and getting back, despite downing water as often as I could.

Jumped into my parent's pool on returning. Yeehaw. This morning I didn't feel a thing in my thighs. And that's diametrically opposed to what certain pro riders believe: that too much water (read showers) are bad for your muscles. There are some that are said not to shower at all during multiday tours