A Girl Named Sylvia...

Today was the hardest day I have ever had on the bicycle, actually it was probably the toughest thing I have ever done. I'm now back at home and ready to refuel the 2500 calories I burned. To tired to do a full ride post, so I will have a part 2 tomorrow. Please click on the map to get the full specs of the ride.

Weekend Plans

One month from now I will be on a plane headed for Colorado. Time has flown bye. Training is still going amazing and I'm feeling strong. I've also really been working hard on my nutrition the past 7 weeks and its been paying off. All of my training this past 7 weeks has been solo and it's starting to weigh on me a little. It's nice to be able to have a conversation or share the work load with a fellow rider. But I do believe having to battle the elements by myself is only making me a better rider.

This weekend I take off for a training ride in Arkansas. I will be riding a 33 mile loop called Sylvia. It has a lot of climbing and the conditions are similar to what I will face in Leadville, minus the altitude. I will be making two loops for a total of 66 miles. It should be a good test of my current fitness. Two weeks from now I will go back to do 3 laps, 99 miles. That is the big boy. I'm a little nervous, but I just need to be confident in all my training and pay attention to my heart rate data.





On a side note, there is a big change coming to this blog. I won't reveal much at this time, but I'm really excited.

Get Buckled Up

Bike Porn

Here she is....I don't have a name for her yet, but I better pick one quickly. Leadville is approaching fast and we need to develop a very special relationship.

She is light, stiff and beautiful.

Hope you enjoyed sneaking a peek....Just don't forget to clear your internet history after viewing.