M5 CHR Review

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I was wrong...
It was not too long ago that I was arguing with Kent over the phone with what I thought was a lack of ability with the utilitarian argument. My Corsa and his CA 2 were what I believed a great utilitarian bike. They served up everything I needed. You could go fast and then hook them up with whatever luggage you needed and take off. And, I just wasn't sure about his and others move to a different s-frame platform. Don't get me

A Drink or Ten...Gallons

It's been so nice to be able to ride my bike the last few weeks.  Speed is up and fitness is up.  I am still about ten pounds over race weight, but when you aren't riding 60 miles a day, your normal weight comes back.  No biggie.  I still fit into my 34s and feel pretty good minus the back (usual).  An easy change at my second job has allowed me to ride my bike to work a few days a week.  I take the long way to add in some elevation and more miles, of course.
While doing this, I was pondering about how if my bees had lived that I would have loved to have made some mead as it would be cheaper than buying the 20 dollar bottle at the store...yikes!  I mentioned this in passing to my friend Kim and he said he had some brewing materials in the shed that I could use if I ever wanted to make some. 

0 - 100

Wow! It's been awhile. I have been working two jobs so no rest. Basically, I go to work around 5am and get home around 6:30. Two jobs is enough to make anybody go crazy, but I seem to be handling it ok. The one thing I miss is riding my bike a bunch. Well, not really. I still ride..just not enough to keep me up with the big boys,  but I run more and am still quite strong and fit. Hopefully I can keep the schedule up until Christmas or after. It's nice to pay bills and take Jared out. So,for now, My goal is to stay fit and work. Rest when I'm dead.
Jared is enjoying his new school and is involved with the TV crew and is in the orchestra.  His school has P. E.  Every day and I love it.  Noki is blind in one eye now from playing with one of his friends, but he still goes full speed ahead all the time and it's not slowing him down.  We should all be like that :-)
Later, friends!

The Team Vite Site Is Up!!!

Woohoo!!  Recumbent racers unite!!! It has been a long time coming, but the wait was worth it.  Yes, there are a few learning curves and it will take a little getting used to, but it is awesome.  The site consists of many cool features including articles by riders and forums for those recumbent racers/riders or soon to be recumbent racers/riders interested in partaking...
Come and give it a look!  LINK

Just no urge...

I had a great ride this weekend , but not felt any urge to ride the last couple of days.  So, I'm not going to. it's been hot! So, what do I do?...ride in it.  This is the best way to train, in my opinion.  Races don't stop because of the weather.  It may be hot, cold, raining, and snowing and you just have to be ready.  All of my rrides have been going well this summer.  While not all have been fast or fun, most have been progressive and I've learned even more about myself.  One of the things I don't quite understand is my lack of ability in a time trial.  Why can I push myself at 28mph for miles and miles, but in a time trial, choke on my own cookies?
I don't know.  I'll just keep on trucking. I have no real need to be the fastest person on the planet and nobody but myself to please when it comes to a wonderful hobby. Today, I will have fun with my son and maybe run. Tomorrow...ride

Nice Week

I had a good week this week!  One of the best things was riding with my son who put in 50 miles on his bike.  He loves it and continues to improve.  I then put in about 250 of my own miles and am feeling as strong as ever.  My speed is better and I don't seem to mind the extreme heat and humidity of the day.  I like to ride in the heat and ride in the rain unless it is torrential.  On Thursday, Jared and I rode 10 miles and then I rode another fifty.  In the evening, it was raining and the riders seemed to love it.  Why not just keep riding...it is generally cooler and most of the time I am sweaty anyway.
The only downside is the amount of grass that keeps expanding over the property.  When I mowed this week, I had to go really slow as not to bog the mower as it was just so tall from all the rain.  The vegetable garden is doing well, although the heat is starting to get to the peas.  The tomatoes are excellent and the greens are awesome and won't stop growing.
My neighbor gave me some organic corn seed that I can't wait to plant.  Wouldn't it be cool to have a huge acre garden and share with the neighbors?  :-)   

A Wonderful Day

Jared and I were invited to spend the day on the water with our friends Matt and Lisa.  We had a great time playing with dogs, swimming in the pool, chatting it up, and some fun time in the power boat going out to the beach!  They even loaned out to Jared a BikeE to ride.  He loves it!!!!!  Here are some good pictures.  Enjoy!

Sophie and Honey Bun

Pepper

Note the Team Vite sign in the background :-)