My one year anniversary is coming up. That’s right, Sirri and I have been in a beautiful relationship thus far. Sirri’s my bike for those who haven’t met him. I named him after his model name. I know I’m not that creative but at least I have a name.
I haven’t taken him out as much as I should but I’ve been
doing better after I installed my cyclo-computer a few weeks ago. It’s very strange how all of a sudden I’m motivated to ride more since that little gizmo starts blinking out numbers as I ride. I rode my first 30 mile ride last Monday and I was pretty proud of myself.
Today I participated in my first organized cycling event. 1500 riders got to choose their route of 38, 60, 100 or 126 miles. Me being the novice to this sport chose the 38. I didn’t want to humiliate myself completely the first ride by not completing it.
I rode with my buddies Heidi and Seth, we all kept good pace with each other. We also held each other’s hands while riding on the 101 freeway for the first time. Well mainly Heidi and I. I don’t think Seth wanted to partake in any hand holding. Never in a hundred years did I picture myself being one of those crazy people riding their bike on the side of the freeway. ( that’s what I use to think of those cyclists, by the way) And here I was on a lovely Saturday morning pedaling my little heart out so I wouldn’t get hit by any cars.
The ride was very enjoyable with beautiful ocean views and lovely breezes and I definitely plan on participating next year. I’m hoping to do the century next time around. It gives me a year to train. In the meantime I plan on riding a few other events to get some more miles on my bike.
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