Day 7.0

Had a good ride today, it was my first day out on my new bike! It was pretty hot out when I was in the sun, but it was comfortable over all. Its incredible how much smoother my new bike rides. The carbon fork and zertz inserts really make it. Its easier to ride a lot faster, but I think I'm going to have issues pushing to hard. I was pretty beat on the last few miles just because I'd been riding so hard. Overall it was a nice ride and I love my new bike!

Todays stats:
32.24 miles
1 hour 57 minutes 29 seconds
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Out at the trail head with my new secteur!
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day 6.0

Glad I finally got out again today, it had been a bit to long. Ride to school was pretty hot, I've never really appreciated how hot it was everyday till I had to ride in it. Got home and cleaned up and watched a few episodes of It's alway's sunny before I headed out again. I took the Olentangy path and on the way back took the alternate trail head route and back to get a few more miles. I still had to do a couple laps, but it was much more pleasant. It was pretty cool by the time I headed out which was nice. I'm heading to the bike swap at the crew stadium on Friday, I hope I can find what I'm looking for at a good price!

Todays stats

31.26 Miles

2 hours 5 minutes 26 seconds

Day 5.1

Made it to class pretty fast today, While I was home for the weekend I got a pair of biking briefs. They are proving to be very helpful! I got caught in the rain on the way back and stopped at Alex's house till it cleared up. Had my closest experience with a car door on high today by sushi rock, apparently the fact she drove a Lexus means she can open her doors whenever. Luckily it looks like there won't be any rain tomorrow, so I'll finally be able to get out again.

Todays stats:

12.23 Miles

1 hour 2 minutes 15 seconds

Update

I was home for the weekend and didn't have a chance to get out this past Friday. I keep trying to head out today but every time I get a few blocks from my place the rain and lightning pick up again. There is still plenty of day light left so hopefully it will clear up and I'll be able to make it outside!

Day 5.0

Once again, today was a real scorcher. The commute downtown was a little more comfortable than yesterday, but heading home was awful. I believe it topped at around 94, and the humidity was unbearable. After I got home I tool Alex M to the airport, it was my first time really driving Columbus since I began riding everyday. I forgot how bland landscapes are in a car, I also forgot how comfortable and relaxing seats and an air conditioner can be. After I got home, I headed over to Robot house to meet Mike for a ride. On the way there I was waiting at the Neil and 9th light when a fellow cyclist decided to not stop and rather roll forward to make sure there were no cars coming and continue through. Unfortunately for him, there was. He was luckily going slow enough to "stop" in time, however he stopped using his face. He got up and appeared to be ok, it was hard for me not to say "thats why we obey stop lights". I opted to take the high road and ask if he was ok, he made up some bullshit excuse and then said yes, thanks. Me and mike headed down the Olentangy path once more. Made it to the trail head pretty quick. The picture is of Mike and his vintage Shwinn resting on the giant stone we rest at before we start on the journey back. This was Mike's second ride with me, he has some interest in pursuing my dream Columbus to Cleveland bike camping trip in the future. I'll once again have to face the heat on my commute tomorrow, but then it's back home for the week with a few Columbus friends to show then country living!

Todays stats:

30.23 miles

2 hours 1 minute 37 seconds

Day 4.1

Man, all I can say about today is the commutes are not fun in 95 degree weather. Headed downtown for class at about 12, when today was at its hottest. The ride in was ok on the way in, not to much traffic. I've started using First to cut over instead of Buttles to get to Park street, it's a lot less crowded and the roads much better. It was nice to get to class and sit inside the air-conditioned room for a few hours. The ride back was really treacherous, very hot and uncomfortable. Unfortunately I have to do it again tomorrow and Thursday, but of which are supposed to be just as hot. My 30 miles certainly won't be done till dusk tomorrow!

Todays stats:

11.93 Miles

46 Minutes 32 seconds