Clean the parts!

I I found this wonderful degreaser that actually takes the sand with it. Look for the orange citrus degreaser. Then hit it with some lube and you're ready to go again!

Quick Windy Waterford Ride: 12m

Drizzle & wind do not make for a very good ride. We had a super tailwind at the beginning of the ride but the way back was half murder again. Nothing to report but we had a good ride. Paced about 15-16 in the headwind, about 19-21 in the tailwind.

Complete Boredom: Rain, Cold and Wind

In another holding pattern with this weather. I'd love to be able to shed the tights, the underarmor, etc. and get out there and sweat. How can you sweat in 39 degree weather with 30+mph winds? THIS SUCKS! The trainer hurts my butt and the bike needs to be refitted. Besides, what fun is the trainer?

I don't know about you, but im officially protesting the weather, and sure hope that someone is listening!

The Nipple-Hardener 12

I woke up knowing that I drank too many beers with the neighbors last night, so I knew what i had to do. Threw on some gear and hit the road while the sun came up. It was very cold (hence my title.)

Maple ave is a beautiful ride, especially where the new pavement. If you follow it all the way out till it's end, its a beautiful six-mile stretch. It's mostly flat, so im thinking i want to race my good buddy Jeff just for kicks.

The Wall Of Wind 25: Winslow Ball Breaker

I'll clearly admit that this was our hardest ride this year. Its not the distance that bothered us, but instead 40+ MPH Gusts that nearly threw us off the bikes. As we tired, we calculated that the distance would be shorter getting home by taking 73 for a few miles. The amount of wind that was there made pacing at 13 feel like 25. There was a point that all Jeff and I did was just laugh (what else were we going to do?).

Anyway, we made it and all in one peice and the endorphans, (mixed with this beer) are kicking in nicely. Hopefully, i'll have time to squeeze one in tomorrow (Jeff not around) before my photoshoot.

Riders: Jeff Druce, Rob Blanda

Enjoy your weekend, and share the road!

Waterford Storm! 23 (12+11)

I started my ride on the trainer today, doing about 12 miles or so. I went upstairs to get more water and low and behold, the sun was out and the roads were dry! I grabbed Emily and darted out for another 11. I hit some of waterfords nicer areas including Burnt Mill Road. (love that road!) then I saw the storm coming and decided to haul it in. It was windy as hell, but I didnt care. I just wanted to hit the streets. The trainer is so borning!

No Ride Today, Hitting the Trainer

Sorry, no ride to report today. Guess why? ITS POURING! Hitting the Giant and watching TV while I ride. Wait, maybe I can ride through an entire 2 hour movie. That'll be nice. Enjoy your weekend!