One of the best things about living in Golden is how easy it is for us to get out for a killer bike ride. Whether we are looking for a skinny-tire road ride or a fat-tire mountain bike challenge, we have plenty of options.
We rarely load the bikes on the car and drive somewhere to begin our rides (Buffalo Creek MTB rides being an exception). Instead, we get dressed, pump up our tires, and ride from the comfort of home – a treat most other cyclists envy.
One of our favorite rides is Lookout Mountain. I just stumbled across this set of photos – you can see why we love the ride! Light traffic, stunning views, and a steep enough grade to ensure we get a good workout every time.
Friday, August 7, 2009
Staying Focused
With Phil on the Disabled List, this last week has challenged my focus and my dedication.
Do I really want to do the race if Phil can't ride, too?
Do I want to keep training? (Even though I am in my taper, I'm still working out 5 days a week, with doubles on 2 days in order to work on core strength & flexibility.)
Do I want to keep counting calories and developing strategies to increase my grams of protein while maintaining my complex carbohydrate intake?
In a word – NO.
I don't.
But I will.
To quit now just seems foolish.
I didn't get a whole lot out of the Economics classes I took at Montana State 'lo those many years ago, but the concept of "sunk costs" is one I remember.
I have already "sunk" 10 months into this endeavor. So one more week is no big deal and will allow me to protect my investment.
So this weekend I'll do a couple of 3 hour road bike rides – easy pace, not much climbing. Phil will try to ride, too – we'll see if the position on the road bike is too much for him.
I'll eat healthy meals with lean protein, lots of vegetables and some whole grains – brown rice, probably.
I'll drink plenty of water and continue my alcohol drought.
And I'll count the days until August 15th . . .
[Sounds like Dave Wiens is also ready for the hoopla to end . . .]
Do I really want to do the race if Phil can't ride, too?
Do I want to keep training? (Even though I am in my taper, I'm still working out 5 days a week, with doubles on 2 days in order to work on core strength & flexibility.)
Do I want to keep counting calories and developing strategies to increase my grams of protein while maintaining my complex carbohydrate intake?
In a word – NO.
I don't.
But I will.
To quit now just seems foolish.
I didn't get a whole lot out of the Economics classes I took at Montana State 'lo those many years ago, but the concept of "sunk costs" is one I remember.
I have already "sunk" 10 months into this endeavor. So one more week is no big deal and will allow me to protect my investment.
So this weekend I'll do a couple of 3 hour road bike rides – easy pace, not much climbing. Phil will try to ride, too – we'll see if the position on the road bike is too much for him.
I'll eat healthy meals with lean protein, lots of vegetables and some whole grains – brown rice, probably.
I'll drink plenty of water and continue my alcohol drought.
And I'll count the days until August 15th . . .
[Sounds like Dave Wiens is also ready for the hoopla to end . . .]
Thursday, August 6, 2009
VeloNews - Dave Wiens Video Interview
VeloCenter clip - Dave Wiens says six hours at Leadville 100 possible . . . hot damn.
That would mean the big boys would be at the summit of Columbine Mine before I even get to Twin Lakes.
I don't know.
There may be 15 - 20 minutes of spare change in the current record, but 45 minutes? It will be interesting to see what happens on race day.
That would mean the big boys would be at the summit of Columbine Mine before I even get to Twin Lakes.
I don't know.
There may be 15 - 20 minutes of spare change in the current record, but 45 minutes? It will be interesting to see what happens on race day.
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