Tagged Pedal the Plains
Ten Cycling Goals to Make in 2015
As the outdoor cycling season come to an end here in Colorado, I’ve decided to set some goals for the next year. Looking back at 2014 I realize that I’ve already achieved so much more than I ever imagined. It’s been an incredible year of cycling, one that I will never forget. Before I get into…
Cycling 200 Miles on a Flat Tire
Cycling 200 miles on a flat tire might sound crazy, but that’s exactly what I did while riding in Pedal the Plains. Why you ask? Well because I was lazy, and that’s the truth. Changing out a tube is a lot of work, and when a pump is always handy on an organized ride, why bother….
Head Wind
I think we can all agree that today’s wind blew, it was a real head wind. It started off as a beautiful morning. We also started 45 minutes later than we wanted. I have quite a number of bug bites that have been driving me nuts. I’m sure the other campers sherpa and non can…
Pitching a Tent
I wasn’t expecting what happened today. I didn’t really know what to expect, actually. I could only use my suitcase to pack my sleeping bag, pillow, towel, and the few clothes I had. I told Jared I felt weird carrying a huge suitcase. I figured someone would think I was high maintenance. Jared told me…
Ride the Rockies Day Six: Breckenridge to Golden
Well Ride the Rockies 2014 has come to an end. I’m sad that it’s over, but I’m so happy I did it. It was an incredible challenge and I will always have the crazy memories from this amazing adventure. Six days, 471 miles and over 33,000 feet of elevation gain. I feel like I’ve accomplished something…
A Year of Cycling, A Year of Progress
As I look back at a year of cycling, it’s been a year of progress. I really can’t believe how far I’ve come and how many miles I’ve logged. To think that just a year ago I was training for my first cycling event. The thought of completing a century wasn’t even on the radar. And…