Lovely Weekend

Friday led off with a nice bike commute, as the temps have been mild
here and in the 60's. Saturday, Brian and I visited Loveland and
managed several runs from the Continental Divide, on a blue bird day
with minimal wind. Sunday I a was able to squeak a quick lap in at GM
before we took the kids up to get some turns. Day two with the kids
was a challenge. Some frustration from everyone on the slope but it
was such a beautiful day we were able to enjoy a picnic and the
mountains. Hope you enjoyed your weekend.

Finding Focus

With the arrival of the new year, I was excited about the upcoming cycling season. I had a nervous energy about wanting to participate in some challenging events but unsure what to choose. I would compare this feeling of being unsettled to a camera that is ready to take a photo but unable to find the focus. Then with some nerves I signed myself in for the 2009 Dirty Kanza, a 200 mile gravel grinder. As soon as I completed the registration process, the photo of my upcoming cycling season had come into focus. My excitement as gone to a new level and three simple goals have been established for this event. Goal 1: Finish. Goal 2: Enjoy this ride and people as much I can. Goal 3: Ride smart and strong. There are many goals to be achieved in the preparation but I hope these simple ones will help me push through my epic challenge of the 2009 cycling season.

I love bacon.

And so does a lot of the cycling blogs I frequent. I would also like
to go on the record as loving pork sausage. I have deep routes in
Wisconsin. Nice to have a tasty treat after a comute into work.
these savory planks are left overs from the "breakfast for dinner"
last night, which is code for: kids, there's not much food in the
house and we will have to make good with what we have. Have a good day.

Picked you up some socks Velo Soiree

Just Plain Old Fun

Loveland was better than expected Saturday. Throw a couple of good
friends in the mix, add some secret runs with fresh snow and a wife
that can bring it on the board, yes it was a fun day.
Rolled with the kids Sunday to the Loveland. Both had their first
experience on the lift. A good learning experience and a great great
family day.

Happy New Year

Fortunate to have three straight days riding at GM. Tonight a little
night ride. Rolled out the Mad Alchemy and enjoyed the fine sent up
the fire road. Good stuff. Hope is well in your new year.