I have been on a bit of a biking hiatus with the exception of a weekend Sheboygan ride. However, with the WORS banquet upon us, the usual suspects got together for a ride at Standing Rocks near Stevens Point. Jesse, Brian and I warmed up with 5 miles of single track before Bob and Diane joined in; then we did the 13 mile loop. Diane actually walked the double track and in horror-film fashion seemed to be just coming over the hill every time we stopped between sections...how is that possible? Okay, I know how, but it still messes with the mind!
After the ride it was time to do a last-minute shower at the Y, which seems to be becoming tradition. Then we were off to the banquet. No award for me this year and yet another year of dodging all the raffle prizes...we did say never again, right? Anyway, it is good to get together with the group, we had a great ride, good food; so overall it was another great day.
Sunday we headed back to the usual traing grounds at "the camp" (Reforestation Camp). Trek had their demo days and I wanted another chance to see if a 69er might be in my future. To my dismay, I rather enjoyed the $4,000 SuperFly even more. The SRAM X0 shifting is precise and flawless! Not sure what that means regarding my next bike purchase. But in the end, it meant a weekend with many hours of biking and it was great to enjoy the Fall weather. Note to future self: Yes, it feels too cold, windy, and about to snow...but throw on a jersey and arm warmers and let the trail do the rest...great Fall riding!
The day was ended with some family time; hanging out with my pops for his b-day. I have a great fam, so it was nice having pizza and playing cards for a bit. Okay, tis the season, so we threw in a bit of politics and religion too :-)
Today I should begin packing for Europe. I am excited to get back to Germany and Austria and hopefully get in some Euro MTB. Frankly, it's just nice not having to work.
After the ride it was time to do a last-minute shower at the Y, which seems to be becoming tradition. Then we were off to the banquet. No award for me this year and yet another year of dodging all the raffle prizes...we did say never again, right? Anyway, it is good to get together with the group, we had a great ride, good food; so overall it was another great day.
Sunday we headed back to the usual traing grounds at "the camp" (Reforestation Camp). Trek had their demo days and I wanted another chance to see if a 69er might be in my future. To my dismay, I rather enjoyed the $4,000 SuperFly even more. The SRAM X0 shifting is precise and flawless! Not sure what that means regarding my next bike purchase. But in the end, it meant a weekend with many hours of biking and it was great to enjoy the Fall weather. Note to future self: Yes, it feels too cold, windy, and about to snow...but throw on a jersey and arm warmers and let the trail do the rest...great Fall riding!
The day was ended with some family time; hanging out with my pops for his b-day. I have a great fam, so it was nice having pizza and playing cards for a bit. Okay, tis the season, so we threw in a bit of politics and religion too :-)
Today I should begin packing for Europe. I am excited to get back to Germany and Austria and hopefully get in some Euro MTB. Frankly, it's just nice not having to work.
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