Did you ride today?
05-08-24, 04:00 PM
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Yes. Yes I did ride, and I'm very happy - 17+ miles, low-mid 70s, E/SE wind 5-10 mph. I look down at my hands, and I see the beginnings of tans in the big spot not covered by my gloves. I'm using crocheted gloves now, and I'm looking forward to the small checkerboard tan showing up.
As I approach 80, I'm dealing with the emotional fallout of crossing over into what I can't deny is old age. On one hand, it's finally getting through to me that younger people probably think I crossed that line years ago. OTOH, I guess I'm an OPIL, and to those who don't like seeing old people in lycra, tough.
As I approach 80, I'm dealing with the emotional fallout of crossing over into what I can't deny is old age. On one hand, it's finally getting through to me that younger people probably think I crossed that line years ago. OTOH, I guess I'm an OPIL, and to those who don't like seeing old people in lycra, tough.
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05-08-24, 05:00 PM
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Yes. Yes I did ride, and I'm very happy - 17+ miles, low-mid 70s, E/SE wind 5-10 mph. I look down at my hands, and I see the beginnings of tans in the big spot not covered by my gloves. I'm using crocheted gloves now, and I'm looking forward to the small checkerboard tan showing up.
As I approach 80, I'm dealing with the emotional fallout of crossing over into what I can't deny is old age. On one hand, it's finally getting through to me that younger people crossed that line years ago. OTOH, I guess I'm an OPIL, and to those who don't like seeing old people in lycra, tough.
As I approach 80, I'm dealing with the emotional fallout of crossing over into what I can't deny is old age. On one hand, it's finally getting through to me that younger people crossed that line years ago. OTOH, I guess I'm an OPIL, and to those who don't like seeing old people in lycra, tough.
05-09-24, 11:39 AM
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I was out at 8:30 AM for an early ride this morning. I think my new favorite ride is the Senior Center. It gives me a place to ride, somewhere to stop and have a break, and then get back on the bike and ride home. I am going to look
to find a place where I can stick in a few more miles to make the ride about 30 miles round-trip that would be ideal.
to find a place where I can stick in a few more miles to make the ride about 30 miles round-trip that would be ideal.
05-09-24, 12:14 PM
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Rode to the train station. Starting the GAP/C&O trails tomorrow in Pittsburgh.
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It took about five minutes on the train platform to get the bike ready for the train, by taking off some bags and putting them inside the large Ikea bag/backpack. I rolled the bike onto the train. The conductor said, "Please fold it just in case my boss walks by" and then he proceeded to tell me about another bike traveler from about ten years ago who was from France and riding a bicycle around the world for the French government.
Bike with panniers and other bags mounted
Ikea bag/backpack has 2 panniers and other small bags.
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05-09-24, 08:15 PM
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Got about 30 in today. It was beautiful and the tourists were pleasant towards me. That changes near the end of tourist season haha.
This is now my favorite ride,.the bike and the route.
This is now my favorite ride,.the bike and the route.
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05-10-24, 11:12 AM
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Another day, another ride. Due to my husband, having an appointment this morning my ride didn’t start until 10 AM. I got out and rode for 15 miles. as I was also limited on time on the other end, but still a ride was had.
05-10-24, 11:37 AM
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@essiemyra - "....but still a ride was had."
Love it. Words to live a healthier life by.
Love it. Words to live a healthier life by.
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I rode 26 miles today. Tomorrow I'll get to my 100 miles for the week goal.
05-10-24, 05:02 PM
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I did another 100km ride out to Saitama, and then to Tokyo Bay. I felt very good heading out, I’ve managed to ride nearly 2000km since the end of February, and my fitness level is now pretty high. But the headwind going back toward Tokyo bay was ridiculous, the water in the river had white caps. I dogged it out as best I could, and kept up a strong pace, but it wore me out.
But this morning I feel very good, I wish I had time to go for another ride.
But this morning I feel very good, I wish I had time to go for another ride.
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05-10-24, 09:37 PM
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Whew! I've been off the bike for about 10 days due to life stuff and then a cold. It felt so good to hammer out an hour on the trainer yesterday!
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05-11-24, 09:38 AM
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Good on you. I too use the trainer for more than a work stand.
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Today I rode 26 miles completing my 100-mile goal for the week.
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05-11-24, 08:38 PM
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12 miles today.
I rarely see another cyclist on my daily route, but there was a scattered group today that must have been from a club ride out of the city or something.
I rarely see another cyclist on my daily route, but there was a scattered group today that must have been from a club ride out of the city or something.
