Congrats Ben. Great Write-up
Ben has been one of the larger (no pun intended) influences on me here. Last summer, his "Extreme Gravel Road Ride" really spoke to me, and Ben's attitude in this article even more so. Not to necessarily lose weight, or to ride faster, climb more or ride any further then myself or anyone else, but instead he speaks to that part of me that just loves to ride.
I have probably worn it out here, but as much as I am impressed by the accomplishments of the century riders and Beanz macho mountain climbs, I have no desire to be any of those things. I just know that every time I push the pedals, I feel happy, and that is my entire focus.
Ben inspires me to do this for me.
Keep up the great work/play Ben.
Jay