The RAGBRAI That (Almost) Was

Well after a long awaited RAGBRAI, we didn't go. My wife came down with the flew and we cancelled our trip on Thursday. To be honest I was glad it turned out that way. There was something about cycling, drinking, 95 degree heat, humidity, sun, crowds, and hangovers that didn't appeal to me. I guess when it comes to cycling I like a more cool, calm, and sober approach. I like to drink as much as the next guy but there is a time and a place for it. I realize some of you reading this are thinking (or saying) "pussy!", but to each their own. There is something about BRAN that appeals to me, primarilly the cooler temps and lesser crowds (if 600 is not a crowd). Don't get me wrong BRAN has it's faults, primarilly the attitudes of the people that organize it, but it is a good ride otherwise. So I don't think I'll be riding across Iowa anytime soon. Now what I did instead is another story for another time.

The Dude

Long Time No Blog

Wow it's been over a month since my last post. I've been lacking in my blogger responsibilities.

The weekend of July 4th Kelli and I rode 20 miles on the trails Friday morning. I got a flat 4 miles in so we probably would have gone further. Saturday a group of us met up at the Wabash trail head in CB and rode to Malvern to had breakfast. Good food, great ride, and great weather. 45 miles that day. We didn't get off the couch Sunday.

This past weekend I met my brother in Chicago for the NASCAR race. We had a great time and caught up on things.

This weekend is RAGBRAI! Wow, I'm under trained but will be alright I have this new ability to climb hills with ease so the seat time my only concern. I'm going to squeeze in a couple 20 mile rides this week after work to try to acclimate to the heat a little better. After tailgating all weekend I've got a good start I just need to adjust to riding in the heat.

The Dude