Have bike, will travel
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Lake Geneva, WI
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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
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I've been training with Vision Quest in Chicago since early November.
Most members are competitive Triathlon enthusiasts. The trainers are roadies and the organization has several elite road racers on staff. It does provide a rigorous work-out using Computrainer equipment.
We completed the 8 week segment this week and we tested for average watts over two 20 minute segments. I produced 225 watts during the first 20 minutes and 215 during the second. I've also lost 15 pounds since August, so I'm making progress on the power/weight ratio.
I'm going to start using my own heart rate monitor and attending 2x a week in January.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 12-22-11 at 12:22 PM.