photo credit: Mi Pah This is it, this is what got this whole shebang started. I decided to do the Walnut Valley Metric two short months ago when I first got back on my bike. I thought it would give me the motivation to keep getting on the bike (although now I see I didn't really need the extra motivation but can't wait to ride this ride). I'm a little concerned about a few things: 1. I've been having this crazy foot pain the last week or so. 2. The weather report is now … [Read more...]
Lady… My Ass Hurts EVERY Day
A couple weeks ago my husband was looking through some cycling forums trying to find a solution to his seious butt ache problems. In the forum someone talked about a conversation he had heard between a lady and Lance Armstrong. She asked him how he rides without his hiney hurting, and his reply was. Lady, my ass hurts every day. This whole idea of riding through pain intrigues me. You know pain is one of the reasons I hate exercise. I hate lifting weights because I can't move the next day, … [Read more...]
Amphibian Rider
I went out and grabbed my bike today to put it on the bike rack. Where's the first place you grab when you grab your bike? Yep the seat. Here's what I grabbed. :) You know what's really funny? When I showed my hubby the pictures he actually asked me if I found the frog BEFORE or AFTER my ride. Now come on ~ I think I would feel a frickin frog in my butt for 18 miles~ RIGHT??? … [Read more...]
10 Tips to Create the Perfect Bike Ride
photo credit: kevindooley Everyone wants that "perfect" ride. The one where you feel as good on the last 5 miles as you did on the first. The one where you are in love with the feeling of the road beneath your tires, the wind in your hair, and you feel like you could ride forever. I've had a couple rides like that ~ here's some tips to hlep you create your perfect ride. 1. Make sure you choose a day when you're not really feeing very motivated. Those low motivation days can quickly … [Read more...]
Week In Review 9/14-9/20
This has been an interesting week. I've struggled with lack of motivation during the middle of the week, but back on my game at the end of the week. I was a little worried getting back on my bike after a week off due to being sick. It went fine ~ I thought I would have some ground to make up, but found I hadn't lost much after a week. I got a few good rides in, including some wind intervals at the park this week. I enjoyed a delightful group ride today in Wichita. It was really fun to … [Read more...]
What Do You Do When You Just Aren’t Motivated?
photo credit: h.koppdelaney The last couple days have been hectic, both physically and emotionally. My kiddo's having some problems at school (yes, she's only in preschool. lol), and a lot of stuff has been going on. The wind is blowing, the clouds are out, the sun's not shining, my bike shoes haven't gotten here yet, I'm tired, there's a ginormous bag of dog food in my trunk. You see??? I have plenty of excuses that are keeping me from getting on my bike! So what do you do when you … [Read more...]
Is a Bell Bike Computer Enough Computer for You?
I rode my bike for a few days with no computer, but I like to "know" stuff!! Especially how far and fast I'm going on my bike. Since it was early in this cycling experiment I just grabbed a cheap bike computer from Walmart. I got the Bell Bike computer F20. Let me just say a few things about bike computers and cycling. As with just about ANYTHING in cycling you can spend a lot of money on a bike computer. However, as a beginner, and a long distance cycling wannabe it really isn't necessary at … [Read more...]
Women’s Cycling Shorts ~ Tips for a Good Fit
I finally got back on my bike after a week off sick. I finally got to try my new Capani women's cycling shorts. I was so excited about this ride, thinking my discomfort (which is relatively minimal) would be gone, and like another forum member was saying I'd feel like I was floating on a cloud. That didn't happen. Unfortunately my cycling shorts felt AWFUL. They felt like I was wearing a big fat diaper before I got on the bike, and only a short way into the ride they began to rub and just feel … [Read more...]
Week In Review ~ Not So Great
What a week. I got sick early last week. I thought it was just allergies but it quickly blossomed into a nasty sinus thing. :( I was completely out of energy and was lucky to get off the couch for most of the week. I was feeling better by yesterday, thank heaven, since it was our annual trip to the Kansas State Fair, and my daughter has been looking forward to it for about 364 days. :) We had a blast, and if you'd like to see a little of the fun from the fair feel free to check out the … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Best Bike Helmet
photo credit: striatic Other than a bicycle the only other piece of equipment you MUST have to ride your bike is a helmet. It's funny how times have changed. When I was a kid they didn't even HAVE bike helmets. Now they do, and if you're going to ride a bike you better have a helmet. While it may not be a law where you are to wear a bike helmet, it is the most important thing you can do to stay safe on your bike. What's the Best Bike Helmet? Here's the deal on bike helmets, like most … [Read more...]
