Bicycle Mania

I've been all about bicycling the past few weeks. For some reason I've really been into it. I've ridden at least 500 miles in the last two months. My longest ride has been 50 miles, but most of them are between 20 and 30. I just met the goal I set for myself when I bought the bike: 20 miles at an average speed of 20 mph. That was tough, I almost puked. Next up: 25 miles at 25 mph. That will be much, much tougher.

Anyway, it's great exercise and pretty darn fun. There's nothing quite like putting the hammer down and hitting 40+ miles an hour down a hill. Of course, it's not so fun when you break a spoke at 40 mph like I did on Saturday. I heard a loud metallic PING and realized that something broke. Luckily it wasn't anything catastrophic. I was able to ride home (slowly) without any trouble.

So right now I'm wishing I was outside riding while my bike is getting fixed. I might be able to go get it tonight, but not in time to get a ride in. Oh well, tomorrow I'll be back at it.

P.S. I do, in fact, wear the little biker shorts and jersey. Yes, I look like a tool. I'll have to take a picture next time so everyone can have a good chuckle.