It seems that getting a full set of training in before a century ride is destined to be upset by work. So far I'm two for two, as far as having to travel on business the two weeks right before the race. This time I was much better prepared though, and did manage to get a little training in along the way. I rode most of the race with a good friend, though we somehow managed to get separated. It took me about 30 miles or so to catch up, but we eventually caught up and finished the race.
Bike the Coast is a great race for enjoying the view, but it's a bear to have to do the loop twice. Unfortunately, the second loop had a ten degree temperature drop as a storm started to roll in. It also brought on a head wind during the uphill climb. Less fun. But all in all, it was a great race! We clocked our 100th mile at just under 7 hours, and declared it a win. I'll probably try to ride another century next year, but for now, I'm back to training for the next half marathon. New Years LA, here I come!
No comments:
Post a Comment