I went on a group ride yesterday and it was my first ride outside of my neighborhood. My previous best was 10 miles and this seemed to be an accomplishment to me. I met my buddy at the bike shop and we took off in a group of about 9.I immediately knew I was out of place with my gatorade bottle in my water bottle holder and my baggy shorts on over my bike shorts. Who cares though right? My only challenge is finishing and maintaining my blood sugar.
I ran 5.25 miles yesterday morning not knowing that I was about to ride 24 miles and climb a hill that would piss off my truck, let alone my bike. I climbed at mile 12 or so and climbed for what seemed to be eternity. I think the elevation climb was just under 1000 ft.
Thank you to my riding buddies who stuck behind me and helped me get up that hill. I felt like I had accomplished a huge feat when we finally crawled to the top and took in the amazing view of Spokane Valley.
The ride down was a breeze and when we finally got back to the shop I was exhausted. I am grateful for friends who help push you to your max. Without that, I would not have made it very far last night.
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