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BEEF SUPREME said:
Well done! How were the rest stops?
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They were all pretty cool... pumpkin spice donuts FTMFW on the first stops. The bands were awesome... didn't want to leave. Apparently they changed the route a bit this year, according to the guys I rode with (my father-in-law and some of his buds from ICCC). Unfortunately, it seems that did not work out so well for the final stop of the ride. It's supposed to have been the most fun stop, where people linger, commune, eat, and have a ball with the band. It's also usually AFTER Mt. Tabour. This year, it was before, which probably contributed to people not really hanging out much, given that one of the most arduous climbs was yet to come.

In addition, the route was different after Mt. Tabour. Instead of turning right at the apex, the route went straight. It was pretty much rollers the rest of the way, with a few actual challenging hills after Tabour, including one they actually called Tabour, Too. So a lot of the riders that had done the Hilly before this thought they were home free after the big climb up Tabour, but... not so much. Also, they took out the Water Tower climb. Plenty of grumbles all the way around about the ride after the last stop, so hopefully they put things back the way they were.

The four of us are considering doing the Bluff City Blues 100 (or 124) next year for our Fall Classic ride. Anyone out there done that ride before, and if so, what was your experience?
 
I have never done the Bluff City 100 but since its only 3 hours away I would be happy to join you. Give me something to train for too. Keep me updated on your plans to do it and I will do my best to make it!
 
That it does. 2 1/2 hour ride tonight on 29er is getting me in the right direction though. The beer and meal afterwards not so much ;)
 
SteveCostello said:
Hilly Hundred... conquered. Boy, am I hurting today. Yeesh. Who knew IN had so many hills??

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Congrats! I sooo miss road riding in Bloomington. Such awesome rides!
 
Been working hard the last few months. 50 to 60 mile rides and starting some hard core trainer sessions with some local buddies.

But here is the real question. Who shaves the legs? I for one, with my start being in mountain biking, do not. All the roadies I ride with are giving me crap about it though, just don't know that I am ready to hand over my man card for that.
 
Good job on putting the miles in, I'm working to get consistent again myself. I shaved for many years, started in high school and well past college. I don't anymore since I don't race much and don't crash nearly as often. There is little to no aerodynamic advantage, but very much a psychological and physiological as well. The mind game comes when you see the definition of your muscles and veins popping out and it gives you that mental boost. I remember looking down during a rainy race and thought my legs looked like the Hulk. I won that sucka too and remember feeling extra strong that day. The physio side comes with easy clean up after muddy ride/races and especially cleaning up road rash and cuts.

I say give it a shot, it'll always grow back. And the Mrs. even enjoys it as long as their smooth. Hmm...where's my razor?
 
3 mile run, 2 mile walk, and lots of core work today. I will probably get on and spin lightly tomorrow. Planning on either a 50 or 100 mile ride on Saturday depending on weather, low 70's but heavy rain is forecast. Any of you guys around the Nashville area want to ride?
 
Pilotforhire587 said:
Been working hard the last few months. 50 to 60 mile rides and starting some hard core trainer sessions with some local buddies.

But here is the real question. Who shaves the legs? I for one, with my start being in mountain biking, do not. All the roadies I ride with are giving me crap about it though, just don't know that I am ready to hand over my man card for that.
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Screw them. Either you're fast or you're not. Roadies tend to be anal about equipment, training, kit, etc. while people with MTB background seem to be more relaxed. If your friends shave your legs and give you crap about not shaving yours, just drop them. Then you don't have to listen to them. I find this to be a great motivator when I don't feel like pulling intervals, which is almost always.

Cycling is kind of like airline flying. If it's not still fun, you're doing something wrong.
 
And what roundout said too. I've always been a MTB dude and got annoyed (still do) by certain roadie attitudes.

Nothing like getting dirty looks with my hairy legs whilst on the roadie & bunny hopping everything in sight. But I still wave & smile ;)
 
I logged the first 36 miles of 2013 yesterday on a lip-lickingly good Fort Worth, TX winter day. 70F, 20mph wind, high clouds. Yum. Today it's supposed to be crappy, then fine but cold Sunday and Monday. I hope to reel in some more miles those days before going back to work.
 
Fun 30 mile ride in the pouring rain today. Upon cleaning the bike this afternoon I noticed a small indent in the frame next to a chain guard on the chain stay. I have dropped a chain once since I got the bike and that was close to two years ago. I don't know if a rock hit it and got wedged between the frame and chain rings or what but I will find out next week if its a crack or not. Blows, its going to keep me off the road for at least 3 weeks.

Here's to hoping its not a crack and if it is, that I can land a deal on another frame to ride while I wait.
 
bike21 said:
Aluminum or carbon frame? Send me some pics, it's likely just fine.
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No its Carbon. 2010 Trek Madone 6.9. I am using this opportunity to get a new bike though. Well a new used bike. If its damages it can definitely be repaired but that will put me in a spot with no ride for 3 to 5 weeks. If I had a spare to ride this would not be an issue, even if it was just a frame and I had to switch components over. Officially looking.
 
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