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Just dropping in again. I hope to be able to stay a while before I get side-tracked again.
From November until just a few weeks ago I have been totally consumed by searching for a house, buying a house and finally moving in. We waited until the market made a downturn and decided to buy in March of this year.
We are now living in Chesapeake Beach. I rode through here many times during my TNT training rides and loved the atmosphere. I have finally got back out on the bike a bit lately and am trying to get to know the area roads a little bit better on bike versus car.
I also got a ton of lard to dump, so I got to really get on the stick.

Any of you from the Chesapeake Beach area?

Take Care

Just dropping in again. I hope to be able to stay a while before I get side-tracked again.
From November until just a few weeks ago I have been totally consumed by searching for a house, buying a house and finally moving in. We waited until the market made a downturn and decided to buy in March of this year.
We are now living in Chesapeake Beach. I rode through here many times during my TNT training rides and loved the atmosphere. I have finally got back out on the bike a bit lately and am trying to get to know the area roads a little bit better on bike versus car.
I also got a ton of lard to dump, so I got to really get on the stick.

Any of you from the Chesapeake Beach area?

Take Care

Hey, Don!

Did you get hammered by the storm yesterday? I heard Chesapeake Beach mentioned on one of the broadcasts.

Any of you from the Chesapeake Beach area?

Look directly east across the water and you'll probably see me riding between St. Michaels and Tilghman Island. Does that count? :)

Slammed we did! I had a huge oak come down in my back yard taking out about 25' of redwood privacy fencing. It will take a while to get somone to come in and cut up that tree and fix the fence. Neighbor had two of them big trees resting on his roof. He said it crushed the roof truces and punched a couple of them through his drywall in one of the bedrooms.

Trader's Restaraunt is pretty bad off with most of its roof blown off. There is debris everywhere too, and no power expected until late tonight or tomorow.

Oh Well!! At least we are not injured and no great losses.

Oh Well!! At least we are not injured and no great losses.

Glad to hear you & yours came off relatively unscathed.

I just wanted to note that Tour dem Parks - in memory of Bob Moore, is this Sunday 6/8. Please come if you can.

More info: http://www.baltimorespokes.org/article.php?story=20080211142818994

Glad to hear you & yours came off relatively unscathed.

Thanks Noracer.

We ok - Here's what I came home to yesterday

http://http://www.pbase.com/biggrizzly/june08storm (http://www.pbase.com/biggrizzly/june08storm)

I just wanted to note that Tour dem Parks - in memory of Bob Moore, is this Sunday 6/8. Please come if you can.

More info: http://www.baltimorespokes.org/article.php?story=20080211142818994

See you there, Barry.

Noracer, trying to ride tommorow AM or anyone else for that matter, I'll looking to get an early start again?

Any rides going on in the Montgomery County area tomorrow?

Noracer, trying to ride tommorow AM or anyone else for that matter, I'll looking to get an early start again?

Wanna go to Rock State Park?

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Essex-to-Rock-State-Park-Out-Back

Here's one down my way a bit.

http://ohbike.org/events/rural_legacy_eflyer.html

I'm probably going to try and get out early. Sounds like some BBC team people are riding out of OR at around 8am. Maybe I'll catch up with them.

Wanna go to Rock State Park?

http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Essex-to-Rock-State-Park-Out-Back

how early can you start? might as well try for 100 miles

I can go as early as 530am

Here's one down my way a bit.

http://ohbike.org/events/rural_legacy_eflyer.html

That is an awesome ride. I was planning on it, but family "stuff" came up :(

how early can you start? might as well try for 100 miles

I can go as early as 530am

If you're serious, I can meet you at the P&R by 6am.

Are you sure you can be gone for about 7 hours?

If you're serious, I can meet you at the P&R by 6am.

Are you sure you can be gone for about 7 hours?

I'll be there @ 6am, I got til at least 11am, 5 hours, I'll call the wife midride and see if I can stay out longer., we'll see what happens.

Phew! Just rode the Oregon Ridge trail for the first time. I did the 31 mile "Hammerfest" route (I think) with my girlfriend. I took it easy, but the heat was killer -- 101 degrees by the time we got back.

I can't wait to do this run at speed on a Wednesday night. It seems like it'd be a fast one.

NoRacer, Josh,

Are you guys okay?
Today was one of the very few saturdays I was glad to be at work in the AC.

Waited till about 6pm and it was actually nice until a freak lighting storm came up on me. It was way to hot to ride anytime before 4pm today or at least that I felt. Just sitting at the pool I was going threw water at a good pace to stay hydrated. I could not even think how much I would have gone threw on a 2+ hour ride.

Here's one down my way a bit.

http://ohbike.org/events/rural_legacy_eflyer.html

I did this yesterday. I can see why people like it. Fairly flat (~3500 ft). There were
lots of trees down and some of the roads were chewed up (I saw people walking through
some of the rougher spots).

Rest stops (we needed 'em all) were at odd mileages (10,32,42) to highlight the historic
sites. Could have used a place to get water during the last 20 miles when it was at its
hottest.

My computer has a thermometer ... 102 at around 11am ... a cool 97 in the shade.

Riding in the heat yesterday was like hitting yourself in the knee with a hammer. When you
stopped, it actually felt pretty good.

NoRacer, Josh,

Are you guys okay?
Today was one of the very few saturdays I was glad to be at work in the AC.

Ummm...no. :notamused:

Josh may have faired better than me even though he had to stop after this (5 miles into the ride):

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/0607080627.jpg

I, on the other hand, did 75 miles and [re]dessicated myself in the process, even after trying to drink as much as possible and taking electrolyte pills. By the time I got home, it was in the mid-90s F. I started having leg cramping problems [again] and was able to stall any "full-on" cramping by slowing way down, especially on climbs.

Reaching my front yard, I tried to get off of the bike and both legs cramped at the same time--full-on cramps, unadulterated pain. I yelled as I fell off the bike. It was about 15 seconds before they stopped enough for me to crawl over to the water hose at the side of my house. I drenched them in cold water--mistake! The cramps came back, as painfull as the first time.

After they subsided, I decided to use the water to cool my head and upper torso--mistake #2. Apparently, I was cooling myself too fast. I began to get tunnel vision, light headedness, and feel nauseous.

I've experienced this before, the first time during a hard century ride with the BBC [Flatlands Century 2 years ago] and the other time was just before the CAT 1 climb up Reed's Gap during the Blue Ridge Extreme Challenge century.

I discovered that whenever this occurs, I need to get my feet up higher than my head, so that's what I did, at least as much as the cramping would let me. A couple more minutes go by and I'm finally able to stand up, but I'm baking in the sun and I feel a great need to get into the house. The muscles in my legs are still in spasm and I'm hunched over, because they are so tight that I can't straighten up.

I carry my bike painfully up the steps of the front porch, open the door, place the bike in the trainer in my living room. YEOWWWWW! Full-on cramps again. I'm writhing in agony on the floor trying to get them to stop, but they wouldn't. Nearly in tears, they finally subside, again.

I started feeling nauseous, again, so I put my feet up on to a living room chair. I tried to talk my nerves into calming down, moving my legs whenever I felt a tightening of a muscle. This worked sometimes and sometime not.

It took over an hour before I could get off of the floor. My bike shoes, socks, helmet and sunglasses where still outside by the water hose. I knew that I would have to go get them. I summoned the courage. Thankfully, the legs cooperated.

Another thirty minutes goes by. The pulsing spasms in my legs have hit a low, but the muscles are so sore from being as tight as they were that it hurts to walk. I wanted to take a nap, but I was afraid that I'd be surprised in the middle of slumber with another set of cramps. Finally, sleep came with no issue. It was about 2:30pm.

I woke up and checked the clock. It was about 5pm. I felt dehydrated, so I started drinking plain water. It wasn't until 8pm before I could stomach any food.

So, Barry, if you are reading this, this is why I was a no-show for the Tour Dem Parks ride, today. Apologies.

Here's a couple pix from Rock State Park (nearly 40 miles into the ride):

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/0607080831.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/0607080831a.jpg

Yeah, as noracer said, I did not fair very well, I slowed for a red so I would n't have to unclip, so the light turns green, I stand up and start to get on it, sure enough the left handlebar breaks clear off, my arm dips down with it, I'm wobbling like crazy screaming to him 60 feet ahead "wait", I was so off balance I couldn't unclip, I went down pretty hard hit both knees and hip. Noracer was nicer than the wife, he asked if I was ok, the wife who I called shortly after the crash was laughing.

I saw this as a sign from the bike gods that I need a new GT GTR all carbon 17.4lbs ($2000), The wife saw it as a sign I need new hanlebars. If it didn't break then it could have broken going 20-25mph on the way home from work on busy eastern ave. That would have been great!

Anyway as soon as bike doctor, joes and performance opened. I called all 3, only bike doctor linthicum stocked new bontrager 26mm bars. I was there by 1040, I expected to drop off bike, say let me get new bars and leave. the tall bald guy (sorry I forgot your name if you read this), asked me whay size bars, I had no clue he then whipped out a tape measure measured my shoulders got a 46cm bar (4cm more than my old one), said the wider bar will feel better, he then took the time to place the bar when I should have it and the brake handles where they should be for me. which btw are much more accessible in the attack postion now.
Bike Doctor is awesome.

Bar, labor and new tape $85, be done late today, however I will be taking the old commuter to work tommorow, I'll get the bike on Monday.

I did see a nice cannondale and a trek 1.5 while in there, The wife likes the black trek.

Anyway no riding saturday or sunday due to the crash, both knees bruised nice, right knee looks like the crank dug into it (not sure how) right hip bruised, right elbow light road rash.

Anyway next weekend I'll be hoping to go that 90 miles or so again.

Side note,I swung by Avalon Cycles (not a big selection, did have a specilized tarmac ,seems more BMX oriented), but they have the planet bike blinkie in stock for $20.

Ummm...no. :notamused:

Josh may have faired better than me even though he had to stop after this (5 miles into the ride):

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/0607080627.jpg

I, on the other hand, did 75 miles and [re]dessicated myself in the process, even after trying to drink as much as possible and taking electrolyte pills. By the time I got home, it was in the mid-90s F. I started having leg cramping problems [again] and was able to stall any "full-on" cramping by slowing way down, especially on climbs.

Reaching my front yard, I tried to get off of the bike and both legs cramped at the same time--full-on cramps, unadulterated pain. I yelled as I fell off the bike. It was about 15 seconds before they stopped enough for me to crawl over to the water hose at the side of my house. I drenched them in cold water--mistake! The cramps came back, as painfull as the first time.

After they subsided, I decided to use the water to cool my head and upper torso--mistake #2. Apparently, I was cooling myself too fast. I began to get tunnel vision, light headedness, and feel nauseous.

I've experienced this before, the first time during a hard century ride with the BBC [Flatlands Century 2 years ago] and the other time was just before the CAT 1 climb up Reed's Gap during the Blue Ridge Extreme Challenge century.

I discovered that whenever this occurs, I need to get my feet up higher than my head, so that's what I did, at least as much as the cramping would let me. A couple more minutes go by and I'm finally able to stand up, but I'm baking in the sun and I feel a great need to get into the house. The muscles in my legs are still in spasm and I'm hunched over, because they are so tight that I can't straighten up.

I carry my bike painfully up the steps of the front porch, open the door, place the bike in the trainer in my living room. YEOWWWWW! Full-on cramps again. I'm writhing in agony on the floor trying to get them to stop, but they wouldn't. Nearly in tears, they finally subside, again.

I started feeling nauseous, again, so I put my feet up on to a living room chair. I tried to talk my nerves into calming down, moving my legs whenever I felt a tightening of a muscle. This worked sometimes and sometime not.

It took over an hour before I could get off of the floor. My bike shoes, socks, helmet and sunglasses where still outside by the water hose. I knew that I would have to go get them. I summoned the courage. Thankfully, the legs cooperated.

Another thirty minutes goes by. The pulsing spasms in my legs have hit a low, but the muscles are so sore from being as tight as they were that it hurts to walk. I wanted to take a nap, but I was afraid that I'd be surprised in the middle of slumber with another set of cramps. Finally, sleep came with no issue. It was about 2:30pm.

I woke up and checked the clock. It was about 5pm. I felt dehydrated, so I started drinking plain water. It wasn't until 8pm before I could stomach any food.

So, Barry, if you are reading this, this is why I was a no-show for the Tour Dem Parks ride, today. Apologies.

Here's a couple pix from Rock State Park (nearly 40 miles into the ride):

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/0607080831.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v285/NoRacer/0607080831a.jpg

That is a bummer your legs craped up like that. Honestly I have never heard anything as bad as that, and I have seen my fair share of people cramp up. I personally have never cramped up but have had some other issues such as tunnel vision along with others related to hot weather and low water. I only ride before 11 or after 5 on hot days just to be some what safe. At least you got have a decent ride in.

Argh! NoRacer, Josh, my sympathies to you both.

NoRacer, do you have any clues as to why your body is treating you like this? Any sports docs you can go to? I, too have had a few nasty cramps, but your account sounds like a horror story. Sheesh.

I've been mulling over the idea of a night century or metric century.
Might be a cooler way to get in a 100 miles.

-GB

NoRacer, do you have any clues as to why your body is treating you like this? Any sports docs you can go to? I, too have had a few nasty cramps, but your account sounds like a horror story. Sheesh. -GB

I think that I haven't given myself time to get acclimated to the heat, given the intensity of the rides.

I'm glad that I didn't go to Marshall, VA to ride with DC Rand yesterday, especially with all of the climbing on that ride in conjunctuion with the heat. But, sometimes, I drive myself harder on solo rides than when hanging with a group.

A few more weeks and I should be at the next level of acclimation, then I'll have to see where I am after that. I'm looking forward to some very easy riding this week, since it will still be hot--calling for 100F tomorrow. I wish there was an easier way home from work, though. Dealing with Rossville Blvd is the pits on very hot days.

I'm planning on biking to Annapolis this monday (6/16) to watch some of the Race Across America finishes.
I'll probably head out from B'more city around 9:30.

Any interested co-conspirators?

-GB

Any interested co-conspirators?

Depends if I get a decent ride in over the weekend or not. I am absolutely miserable this week, I volunteered
for an event each day of the weekend with the hopes of being able to ride Monday, which was then hotter then heck so I didn't ride. I'm going nuts! :twitchy:

Flicks on the hill by bike
http://www.baltimorespokes.org/images/topics/topic_BikeBuds.gif[Any interest in having a bike party for the June 26 showing of "Chariots of Fire" ? I'll be heading down from Mt Washington, Roland Ave, University and St Paul. If I can "pick you up" along the way let me know. Other bike convoys from other locations are encouraged.]

Go outside and play.

That’s the message from the American Visionary Art Museum, and from Highlandtown.

AVAM offers its summer “Flicks on the Hill” series. Grab a blanket, head for Federal Hill, picnic under the stars, and watch a film inspired by the current exhibition, “All Faiths Beautiful” on Thursdays from June 19–Aug. 7. All movies start at at 9 p.m. on the screen held by the giant golden hand. BYO picnic blanket, yoga mat or lawn chair to sit on. Before the show starts on movie nights, the museum is open and free beginning 5 p.m. (although donations are appreciated). Rain location: Jim Rouse Visionary Center. The summer 2008 line-up is as follows:

June 19, “The Sound of Music”
June 26, “Chariots of Fire”
July 3, “Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?”
July 10, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”
July 17, “The Gods Must Be Crazy”
July 24, “Quiz Show”
July 31, “Harold and Maude”
August 7, “Casablanca”

Oh man.. I wish I could participate in these rides! I didn't even realize this stuff goes on in baltimore haha. Hopefully my finger heals fast :(

Yep - I got down there too! Since I'm just getting my "sea-legs" back, I just did the shortie ride. I was out and back pretty quick before the heat got to us. It was still ugly humidity!! Some of the sections were a bit cobbled but navigable. I would like to have seen the historic places identified a little better as well. It seems when I'm on my bike, I'm more concerned with moving forward than sight-seeing, but I'd love to for once just ride and stop when there is something cool to check out!!

Glad to see someone else made it out!

Also - NORACER, sorry to hear about your cramping experience. Happened to me last year on the B&A trail in Severna Park. I lost both legs coming over one of those wooden bridges. I thought it was over. the left one cramped first and then while tring to stay upright, I lost the other. I wound up putting the bike down in a grassy area just past the bridge. I know that sucks big time!

Take Care
Don



I did this yesterday. I can see why people like it. Fairly flat (~3500 ft). There were
lots of trees down and some of the roads were chewed up (I saw people walking through
some of the rougher spots).

Rest stops (we needed 'em all) were at odd mileages (10,32,42) to highlight the historic
sites. Could have used a place to get water during the last 20 miles when it was at its
hottest.

My computer has a thermometer ... 102 at around 11am ... a cool 97 in the shade.

Riding in the heat yesterday was like hitting yourself in the knee with a hammer. When you
stopped, it actually felt pretty good.

Hey guys: Been awhile for me. Computer problems at home and really busy at work.
NoRacer and Josh: Both having problems!! Josh lucky to get such quick service, NR: cramps are tough. Perhaps you're riding too hard. I think you can't drink enough in that weather. I feel better drinking only water these days and eating real food vs. power bar stuff. One thing I did on my recent tour(read below) was to wrap a dripping wet towel(the real absorbent ones from REI) around my neck for the entire ride. I would wipe the sweat off my face which felt like a cool bath. It really helped to cool me down. It won't help your legs but it felt great. It stopped the sweat from stinging my eyes as well.
I just got back from a massive ride, Pitt to DC on the Great Allegheny trail and C&O towpath. 330 miles in 3.5 days. 2.5 of the days were in the high heat and humidity:eek: I took it slow and was in the saddle for long stretches. I pulled a 2 wheel Burly with camping gear. it worked great for the GAP but suck on the muddy C&O with its narrow 'wagon wheel like' path. All in all it was a great experience going solo unsupported. Here's a link for a full trip report if you are bored.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BikeWashingtonDC/message/11290
Later Charlie

I'm planning on biking to Annapolis this monday (6/16) to watch some of the Race Across America finishes.
I'll probably head out from B'more city around 9:30.

Any interested co-conspirators?

-GB
Hey GB What time are they expected to finish? I just took off a bunch of time for my recent trip but am very tempted. I'll touch base w/ you later to let you know.

Depends if I get a decent ride in over the weekend or not. I am absolutely miserable this week, I volunteered
for an event each day of the weekend with the hopes of being able to ride Monday, which was then hotter then heck so I didn't ride. I'm going nuts! :twitchy:

How did Tour de parks go. I read in the paper turnout was 500ish! Sounds like a good number considering the temps.

TDP; I still don't have the final numbers. Every year we nail some of the previous years problems and get a new problem or two. The final BBQ went really well and most comments were positive so I think it went really well.

Hey GB What time are they expected to finish? I just took off a bunch of time for my recent trip but am very tempted. I'll touch base w/ you later to let you know.

I finally figured out where the arrival stats were on the RAAM sight. (not the easiest to navigate!)
and it looks as if the 1st solo riders are due in monday evening. So, it might not be smart for me to leave in the morning unless they're really moving. 3-time winner Jure Robic is way out in front and if he stays that way I doubt he'll be trying to set any time records.

So... I might consider coming down later in the day. Of course, I could easily get caught up in the excitement, stay too long and be riding after dark.

Still reviving my plan. What options do you have Charlie? I'd love to have the company on the ride down.

-GB

Some people are planning to hang out at Mt Airy (the "penalty" box) to mingle with the RAAM riders. I heard ~3pm Monday when the first of the RAAM is expected to go through Mt Airy. Next week I guess we will be hearing about the teams coming through.

Some people are planning to hang out at Mt Airy (the "penalty" box) to mingle with the RAAM riders. I heard ~3pm Monday when the first of the RAAM is expected to go through Mt Airy. Next week I guess we will be hearing about the teams coming through.

Yeah. I could take a jaunt out there instead.

I finally figured out where the arrival stats were on the RAAM sight. (not the easiest to navigate!)
and it looks as if the 1st solo riders are due in monday evening. So, it might not be smart for me to leave in the morning unless they're really moving. 3-time winner Jure Robic is way out in front and if he stays that way I doubt he'll be trying to set any time records.

So... I might consider coming down later in the day. Of course, I could easily get caught up in the excitement, stay too long and be riding after dark.

Still reviving my plan. What options do you have Charlie? I'd love to have the company on the ride down.

-GB
I had trouble with the RAAM site. I gave up quickly though.
My options are unknown as of know but will figure out by tonight or tomorrow. I will also keep an eye on the weather. So are you thinking Mt Airy instead. The ride is decent, good shoulder on Old Fred., just rode it a few weeks ago. Very hilly but not outrageous. It's probably 35 or so miles from Catonsville(I think)
It would be nice to know when the riders will be getting there(or Annapolis). I don't know how they can figure that out when I couldn't figure out where I was sleeping on the C&O everyday. AND they are coming from CA! If we ride at night I have 4 hr(or so) of burn time on my light. Should be more than enough time to get home from Anna.
My internet access will be sketchy this weekend so I'll pM you my phone. Charlie
PS I f we go to Mt Airy we will HAVE to pass my house(on the return) where there just happens to be a few kegs of brew!! If they survive Fathers days that is;-)

Bike to Work Day Pics (http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001Z-e0VHY4mM2w8GXrnl2fVn95mhFeq-fyERA5r9h_8u6J3WCpoevmCuiGpAzonYU88LzPDzn3WAfat4aWc64mS61ix4Da6DfID0Gv80ZHqMqLNYm8D4DhroPtGo3U3ZcBcy i425rszjFo3v7yqM_wBsCtLNntHQQ2)

Here's the Towson group who stuck around:

http://www.baltometro.org/images/stories/bike_to_work_08/B2W08_07.jpg

Hey,

Just gotta throw props out to RacerMike. Thanks for planning a nice group ride today. I had a blast. Unfortunately it will have to be dubbed "the bad luck ride" After his third flat Mike was too frustrated to keep going. Then another guy had 2 flats. 5 people and 5 flats total. I actually ran out of spare tubes...and I didn't even get a flat (which reminds me I hope I have another tube in the basement for tomorrow's ride)

Anyhow, thanks Mike. Great ride. And I learned a good lesson. If there is a guy in the group who rides up every hill in the big ring, DO NOT race him for the KOM. Even if you win you lose.

-D

Bike to Work Day Pics (http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001Z-e0VHY4mM2w8GXrnl2fVn95mhFeq-fyERA5r9h_8u6J3WCpoevmCuiGpAzonYU88LzPDzn3WAfat4aWc64mS61ix4Da6DfID0Gv80ZHqMqLNYm8D4DhroPtGo3U3ZcBcy i425rszjFo3v7yqM_wBsCtLNntHQQ2)

Here's the Towson group who stuck around:

http://www.baltometro.org/images/stories/bike_to_work_08/B2W08_07.jpg

Is that GreaterB in there too? I love the racing jersey for bike to work day. ;)

Is that GreaterB in there too? I love the racing jersey for bike to work day. ;)

Yup, that's him.

I've been wearing the race kit for commuting to give our sponsors and the team exposure.

Hey,

Just gotta throw props out to RacerMike. Thanks for planning a nice group ride today. I had a blast. Unfortunately it will have to be dubbed "the bad luck ride" After his third flat Mike was too frustrated to keep going. Then another guy had 2 flats. 5 people and 5 flats total. I actually ran out of spare tubes...and I didn't even get a flat (which reminds me I hope I have another tube in the basement for tomorrow's ride)

Thanks for coming out; glad you had a good time and better luck than me. I'm going to pick up some tubes today and I'll get one to you this week. Some notables on my flats: not a single one was from a puncture through the tire; the first happened at mile 17.4 as I was straddling my bike drinking water and not moving; the third happened at mile 23.6 between the time I filled the tube with air and started to put the wheel back on the bike. It was definitely a suck fest; 3 flats in 6 miles.



Anyhow, thanks Mike. Great ride. And I learned a good lesson. If there is a guy in the group who rides up every hill in the big ring, DO NOT race him for the KOM. Even if you win you lose.

-D

Hahahaha...funny thing is, I don't even think he was racing!

We'll do it again soon.

Took a nice ride to Codorus State Park last sunday.
Another century for June.
route: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Hampden-Codorus-SP-NCR-return
pics: http://flickr.com/photos/27976837@N00/sets/72157605657061311/

-GB

Hahahaha...funny thing is, I don't even think he was racing!

We'll do it again soon.

Yea think he was just making me feel fast.

-D

Took a nice sunday ride to Codorus State Park last sunday.
Another century for June.
route: http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Hampden-Codorus-SP-NCR-return
pics: http://flickr.com/photos/27976837@N00/sets/72157605657061311/

Noice!

I would love to do that with you some time, as it looks like the hills would not kill me on that route.

Noice!

I would love to do that with you some time, as it looks like the hills would not kill me on that route.

+1, Nice route!

Btw, I've taken 23mm tires down the NCR (Glen Rock to Essex) when it was dry--no problem.

Hey NoRacer,

Did you wind up riding to/from the Flatlands tour?
A double century day?

-GB

Charlie,

Here's a couple of photo sets of what we missed.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/wabeck/sets/72157605663760760/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mcn7/sets/72157605672152301/