23 mile bike ride

Today I rescheduled my long ride from the weekend as I am headed out of town on Friday to watch my brother, Trevor, run his first marathon in Chicago. My sister and I are going to support him in this wonderful experience.

My ride turned out to be 23, just because I didn't feel like tacking on 3 miles of random loops and traffic. It was a lovely morning, sunny, a little breezy, around 50 degrees. The trees are all changing and the mountains have a dusting of snow...a perfect time to think and get away.

For some reason, cycling is the most difficult for me of the three sports. I don't know how to feel awful on my bike, like I do running. I worry about being hit by a motorist, getting a flat, or death. Often, particularly early in the season, my concern can overwhelm me. I find that I have to force myself and just do it. Once I'm on the road it's all good...unless it's windy or precipitating.

My goal is to do as many rides outdoors as I can through the winter, but chances are I will be in my basement A LOT! I will get caught up on all my Newsweeks, People Magazines, movies, and Oprah episodes.

Tomorrow is a 3.5 mile tempo run and a 1000 yard swim...good times!!