NC trails to ride!

http://www.dirtworld.com/trails/trail.asp?id=12241&trail_name=Black%20Mountian%20/%20Claw%20Hammer%20Mountain%20Bike%20Trail

http://www.dirtworld.com/trails/trail.asp?id=3004&trail_name=Spencer%20Branch%20Mountain%20Bike%20Trail


http://www.dirtworld.com/trails/trail.asp?id=3005&trail_name=Cove%20Creek%20Mountain%20Bike%20Trail

Sold Out to the Almighty $$$

Speaking of links and such, I just wanted to throw out a bone... if you guys haven't popped into my cyclecentric blog in the past few days, I've added a few banners that potentially can generate some funds (on several of my blogs/sites, actually). I'd like to use these funds to promote the site via contributions, bike builds, collateral, sponsorships, etc. and maybe even graduate to a real website someday.

Anyway, the coolest of the links is actually way down at the bottom (not discouraging you from peeking at the ones on the right, but...). Currently I only have Cambria Bike (CBO) linked down there but I am pending approval from JensonUSA and will have one of those down there as well. I'll be working on a few more as well. If you jump from the link to the site and purchase something... the blog generates a small percentage from the sale. Note that a cookie gets set into your computer to track the affiliation.

Oh... and for anyone in need of some climbing gear, there is a link on the right that might have a little something for ya... ;)

Check this link out, some cool photos and videos...

Low Cost Tech Wear

Say guys, the Ann Arbor Velo Club is "liquidating" their stock of club clothing at a comparitively low cost. Check it out - clicky - ... I'm hosting their pics, so free shipping for me. I can inquire about a bulk shipment if anyone is interested.

- R

add - if anyone else is interested, please let me know and I can add it to my order... sending out a check tonight (2-8) or tomorrow. Otherwise you'll need to contact the guy from AAVC to strike a deal. $25 for Louis G shorts, $30 for a windvest, $25 jerseys... The guy will also be at the MMBA Swap Meet on the east side of the state if anyone is going (not me).

whoop - even more info... I will be paying him tomorrow (2-9) via PayPal along with a list of stuff you guys may like. Whatever is left over, he will take and sell at the MMBA Swap Meet.

Payment sent. Should have stuff next week :). - R

Blizzard Ride!

Sych! Well, I could see the blizzard from my bike ride. One hour with good tunes and no frostbite.

By the way, this is the 36 pound Schwinn with no suspension I rode on my first 4 or 5 Icemans. Bone-jarring on the descents and leg-burning on the sandy uphills. It makes a good indoor ride now.

Snowman Day: Feb 3, 2007

No worries HP... I was wussin' out a couple o' days ago.

I declare a snowman day!


Now if I can only locate my GoreTex socks...

Postpone?

Due to the fact that Kent County is under a winter storm warning and a snow and blowing snow advisory, I vote for postponing the CSGA bike ride. Would we be able to drive into the parking lot? I'm not that concerned that the temperature is extremely low, but coupled with some wind....brrrrr. I'll probably be driving one of these machines instead. If you call me a wussy, remember, I'm not the only one.

Weather link:

http://www.woodtv.com/Global/category.asp?C=2906

Dirt Dad HP

Turn the Oven to 475

I know it sounds insane, but running is not as cold as riding in the winter. When running I generate a ton more heat than riding and don't have to deal with higher speeds which decreases the apparent windchill I would feel. I've ran in whiteout conditions without much problem with feeling cold... just need the right layers on... the same for biking... just prepared for lower temps than if running. As far as the feet, I just have to keep them dry (just like biking) and they will be just fine.

Anyhoo... if someone else makes it ot the trailhead, I'll most likely be there. I still need to keep ramping it up or I'll never hit my goals this year....

- Weather for Saturday -
13F... feels like 2 below

A little much?

Bike vs. Run?

Too cold to bike but not too cold to run? Huh? Do the feet stay warmer because they're moving?

We (HP,JP,Tim,others?) are checking the conditions as we get closer to Saturday. I (HP) say we're on unless we get news about icy roads, frostbite, or public service announcements for the elderly to stay indoors.