Texas - Anyone riding Livestrong?
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H1449-6
10-24-09, 07:53 PM
I'm new to the area, so don't know much about the setup, but I'll be there, most likely riding the 45 mile route since I have to be back in Austin around mid-day. I'll be on a white Spectrum, wearing a long sleeved Bridgestone jersey and white helmet, in case anyone wants to say hello.
Yes, road the 65 mile route with my wife. We were wearing Team Dell Jerseys and both on Felt bicycles.
What did you think about the start of the ride? A little messy.
-rif
jlawson428
10-26-09, 09:47 AM
I rode the 90. In April, I couldn't even ride 10 miles on a bike. Man, that was a hard course! Hilly as hell, and the WIND! It was everywhere except our backs ALL DAY LONG.
Can't wait until next year!
alanbentrup
10-26-09, 10:50 AM
I rode the 65, my longest ride to date. And, being from Houston, my toughest hill is usually my driveway. The climbing kicked my butt, although I never had to get off and walk.
Mash Master
10-26-09, 10:53 AM
Is there a link to the route? Yeah our friend the wind came back yesterday. For hills you should do the Tour das Hugel which is coming up.... :-) 100+ miles and I think 14k of climbing.
I think I'd die :-)
jlawson428
10-26-09, 11:39 AM
Here's the link to the map:
http://www.livestrongchallenge.org/site/c.frKPI1PAIoE/b.4428021/k.59BA/Austin_90Mile_Course_Map.htm
Did the 90-mile route and had an absolutely amazing time.
Took pictures of the Village, MJ's, Saturday's dinner, and before/during/after ride -> Photobucket (http://s570.photobucket.com/albums/ss141/barrysms150ride/09ALSC/)
CameronC
10-27-09, 08:25 PM
Awesome pics. thanks for sharing.