The dog is ready to ride

Dirty Kanza

My mind continues to invest in this event and I am excited about this
challenge. This process continues to vasilate from the attempt of
trying to control every variable to trying breathe deep and be in the
moment. Both carry their own value towards my development but also
contribute to my mental fatigue.

On a differant note, my beloved Vanilla has undergone a tansformation
in preparation of DK. Hope to add some pictures soon.

Finally, I have joined Twitter. If inclined check it out and make
contact. Twitter/simplecyclist

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To save a few pennies...#1.

I do use chamois cream for rides over two hours. I have always been
amazed by how much they charge for this product. After trying several
products, I have found one that works extremely well, Udderly Smooth.
I find it very comparable to Chamois Butt'r, at literally a third of
the price. I purchased three 12 oz. containers for the price of one
8 oz. tube from the shop. I have used it for over a year. It is non-
petroleum based products and will work well with your cycling shorts.
Needless to say, it has saved me a few pennies. Google it and you will
find it available on line.

Before

After

Fwd: Have your cake and eat it too! LDL

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It is on for Friday night and we do
have options. O1-long route, to include the likes of IronWorks, Mead St. Station, Edgewater Inn and a top secret location in Denver. Not necessarily in that order.
O2-short route, to include Iron Works, Thirsty Bear and Baker's St. Pub. At any rate we have options.





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LDL is in full affect

Mark your calendars for Friday the 13th of March for the spring
classic Lakewood Denver Lakewood ride. All are welcome. Look for
confirmation, but I think we may start at the Iron Works in Lakewood
at 6pm. Dress is up to you, but I recommend at least a shirt unlike
our bare back cycling friend below. Spandex helmet and shoes, this may
be my outfit for sswc 09. Maybe not.

Pontiac Fiero Alive and Well.

I just do not see this car very often especially in pink. It does hold
a special place in my heart. In the late 80's the girl that owned my
heart drove one of these cars. She never new, but everytime I see one
I go straight back to the high school years. Oh the glory.

The Laramie enduro is full.

Laramie Enduro

I successfully registered for the Enduro this morning. They have a
limit of 400 riders. Each year it fills faster than the previous
year. Always a great a event although the camping spots were sold
out. That is a good way to roll as they let you camp at the start/
finish. I will try and get something worked out. Anybody else
interested?

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So euro...so Cosco

The kids are starting to get it...

Snowboarding. For the last three Sundays, 4 total we have been taking
the kiddos snowboarding. This past trip we have started to see some
improvement. Quinn has become self sufficient and Lucy has been
starting to link turns. This is exciting for us. Pretty lame pic, but
in the background
Carey and Lucy are on the lift. Another nice day at Loveland. We have
been lucky.

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.

Let it snow

Cross season is complete for me this year. Attempted 10 races and
finished 9. All were raced on the Vanilla SS with enthusiam and
intensity. I am seriously considering a geared effort for 09' as the
fire remains stoked for cycling.
Loveland ski area continues to get hammered with snow. I am hopeful to
bust out the board this Saturday. Sunday I am taking the kiddos over
to the CX CO state championships to cheer on friends. Best of luck to
those racing.

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Arm Wresting Match

Heading into week 9 of my cross season, it appears that my bike and I
have been in arm wresting match stailmate. Today I figured out why, I
had lost my flow. Fighting my bike at every turn. Today i snuck away
for an afternoon ride. In an unusual fashion I rode with my Ipod. The
music helped locate flow. I look forward to racing Sunday with a
little more flow.

Kings of Leon@ the Fillmore