Bike Log

[highpeaksdrifter]

Originally Posted by severine

I got out for the first time in nearly 2 years yesterday. I think I only actually MTBed a few times prior anyway. But I did better yesterday than I did the last time I was out. Didn't have to stop on any of the hills that I took (except when I got a phone call right at the start of the final hill). The only down side was that I lost my keys on the trail and ended up backtracking when I really wanted to be done. So I guess that added a couple miles to the total (AND I found my keys!). I'm guessing somewhere around 7 miles total yesterday. But I could be off by a couple.

I don't do any crazy stuff, but it was a lot of fun. Went faster than before and right over the obstacles instead of trying to avoid. Maybe there's hope for me yet in picking up this sport. Now I just need to assemble an emergency kit and learn how to fix my own bike in case something happens while I'm on the trail...

You seem to be really embracing a healthy outdoor lifestyle. Good 4U.

[severine]

Originally Posted by highpeaksdrifter

You seem to be really embracing a healthy outdoor lifestyle. Good 4U.

What else is there to do? There are a lot of things I dabbled in before and enjoyed but for various reasons, fell away from. It's time to stop putting myself behind everyone else and do some things that are right for me.

[Trekchick]

Originally Posted by severine

What else is there to do? There are a lot of things I dabbled in before and enjoyed but for various reasons, fell away from. It's time to stop putting myself behind everyone else and do some things that are right for me.

Sev, If I lived closer, I'd ride with you. Can't hardly keep up with Volklgirl when we ride together. She's an animal!!!

My Wed night ride night was canceled due to cold nasty rain, and the fact that me and VG were both still trying to unpack and catch up from our trip.

[cbcbd]

Good to see all the mtb action happening out there. I've gotten out for at least an hour in the past two days and will do the same again today - riding has been great!

Originally Posted by severine

Now I just need to assemble an emergency kit and learn how to fix my own bike in case something happens while I'm on the trail...

Pump, extra tube, patches, zip ties, and this tool:
http://www.topeak.com/products/Tools...16blackW_O_Bag

And if you can get a hold of an extra derailleur hanger, its nice to have just in case.

And then get their repair book or check out their site for a fountain of info:
http://parktool.com/repair/

[Trekchick]

Sev, go to the local bike shop and ask if they have women's clinics.
I know that Volklgirl has a easy ride day with a bunch of women where she does a short lesson on fixing your own tire, chain repair, etc. Its well worth it.

If they don't have clinics, then set a time up with someone better than you, and ask for a short lesson. You'll be amazed at what you can do for yourself!

[cbcbd]

Just came back from a good 1h mtb ride... man, it's really good to hit the trails for consecutive days - today I was really killing it. I always feel like a retard riding the first time after a while - getting hung up on rocks I'd crush, shying away from moderate drops, lots of hikabike... anyway, it's good to start getting into the groove.

road bike is waiting for a new cog set, then its on.

[davidhowland14]

just got back in from about 30 minutes after school on the road bike. It feels good to be riding again, and getting used to the aerobars is interesting. i had a scary moment where i zoned out going down a hill and crossed the double yellow. looked up to see a scared VW driver. swerved around, but yikes!

[severine]

Originally Posted by Trekchick

Sev, If I lived closer, I'd ride with you. Can't hardly keep up with Volklgirl when we ride together. She's an animal!!!

I can imagine! Wish you could ride with me, but like Volklgirl said, it's hard to keep up with the antelopes when you're a buffalo. I get the feeling I wouldn't be able to keep up with you.

Originally Posted by Trekchick

Sev, go to the local bike shop and ask if they have women's clinics.
I know that Volklgirl has a easy ride day with a bunch of women where she does a short lesson on fixing your own tire, chain repair, etc. Its well worth it.

If they don't have clinics, then set a time up with someone better than you, and ask for a short lesson. You'll be amazed at what you can do for yourself!

Will do!

I'll be self-reliant in no time! Now if only I could remember to bring maps with me and not lose my keys.

[Trekchick]

Originally Posted by severine

I can imagine! Wish you could ride with me, but like Volklgirl said, it's hard to keep up with the antelopes when you're a buffalo. I get the feeling I wouldn't be able to keep up with you.

Don't be so sure. I'm feeling like I'm starting all over this year. Almost like I forgot the basics of logs and tight trees. There is one hill on the trail we hit that is kicking my butt so bad I'm losing hope.

Originally Posted by severine

Will do!

I'll be self-reliant in no time! Now if only I could remember to bring maps with me and not lose my keys.

You'll be more aggressive with your riding when you know you can fix things yourself on the trail. Have fun! Its a great way to pass the time until you can ski again.

[MR. evil]

Originally Posted by severine

I can imagine! Wish you could ride with me, but like Volklgirl said, it's hard to keep up with the antelopes when you're a buffalo. I get the feeling I wouldn't be able to keep up with you.

Will do!

I'll be self-reliant in no time! Now if only I could remember to bring maps with me and not lose my keys.

Check out www.MTBR.com and become a member. Check out the womens forum and the CT forum. They ussually post info a clinics and rides. Also call your local bike shops and see if they have a womens only or beginners weekly ride. Most importantly ride with people better than you are (just like skiing) and don't ever feel bad about being slower or having to stop. We were all there once.

www.Crankfire.com is also a good site for CT Mt biking.