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September 22, 2007
73.5 Miles Later
Today I had a 4 hour ride on my schedule but was given directions to make it 3 if the hamstring was acting up. I wasn't sure how it was going to feel but after about 30 minutes I knew it was going to be okay so I got in the I'm-going-to-be-on-this-bike-for-4-hours mindset. It's a very important mindset to be in. At least for me.
Anyway, for a change of pace I rode my road bike. I haven't given it much love all year as I almost exclusively ride the tri bike. I'll have to say, it was a good idea. I was missing my aerobars on those long straights when the wind was picking up but the road bike is much nicer for climbing and just more comfortable overall. I think it helped the hamstring a little too.
It was a hot one out there. I'm usually not too good about drinking on my long rides but by 3:30 into the ride I had drained all three of my bottles. I was considering stopping at the convenience store to get some Gatorade but by then I just wanted to get home. I definitely had that I've-been-riding-my-bike-for-70+miles look once I got home. Can you say *salty*?! :)
Regardless, I haven't done much since I've been home. Shower, stretch, eat lunch, take nap, wake up to realize the Penn State game is just starting, watch Penn State which brings us to the current time. O is screaming downstairs about something. Better go check it out....
Hope everyone is having a great weekend!
Posted by beth at September 22, 2007 5:32 PM