Thursday - April 4, 2013
I met two BAM Racing guys at the Blue Ash YMCA today at 5am for a bike ride. It was about 34 degrees, but when riding it felt about 20. I wore 2 jackets, 2 gloves, 2 socks, etc and I was fine. In the middle of summer, these morning rides will be nice and cool and very enjoyable.
Below is the Strava data, but the ride for me (I rode from my house to the Y and back, though my Garmin didn't start until 0.5 miles from my house) was 23.9 miles in 1:37:39, with an average speed of 14.7mph, burning about 968 calories (per Garmin Connect, Strava says 921).
I really struggled to keep up with these guys today. I was popping GU's and even ate breakfast at 4:30 to try to have calories in the tank. I just fell apart. They were strong cyclists, though they're very humble, and I am just not there. After reflection, this is only my 2nd ride of the year and I focused on run and swim all winter, barely touching my bike trainer. I bet I clocked less than 10 hours on the thing all winter. No wonder I'm struggling! Also, my aero bar shifters suck for group rides. I'm going to convert my "tri bike" back to a normal road bike. I want to ride with these guys often to get good, plus they couldn't have been nicer or more supportive.
BAM is a great group and I'm very glad I joined them. They will definitely help me bring my game up a level!
Strava data:
Last night, I got on the stationary bike for the first time in for.ev.er and only cranked out six miles (though I felt good)...good thing I stopped when I did...poor nether-regions.
ReplyDeleteIt definitely takes some getting use to. (Or is it used to?) I'm thinking of getting a different seat after my 40 miler yesterday. My bum is sore! Also, we got your wedding invite. I can't wait!
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