Ride Reports

I had a great time, as I always do, and rode mainly with John and Marion.   I think Marion has a little of that sherpa climbing blood in her because she easily sped past both John and I on every one of the climbs.  There is not a doubt in my mind that John could have as well, but he was, as always, kindly sticking with me up the hills.  Hill climbing aside though, I would say that our pace was also spirited, albeit quite a few mph slower than Ian's group, but I think we pushed it pretty good.  

We met Jay at the bike shop, had a quick bite and headed back via River Road to 9W and back.  River Road is always a scenic gorgeous pleasure in spite of the last big hill, even on a cloudy day. 

I also got my first lesson in drafting from Jay as we rode through Piermont, though I have to get used to being close to someone else's tire and staying at his pace.  Practice, practice, practice! 

It was a great day and I had a great time.  Thanks to everyone for coming out!

I have not had this much fun in a long time. Anne kept a brisk pace but she kindly slowed up on the hill climbs. Anne really impressed me with her spirit to keep the pace up. You were a great ride leader today Anne, thanks. Marion shot up the hills. She told me it was something to do with body mass, energy and force vectors. I think she was being kind. We had the pleasure of Jay joining our group on the return half of the ride. Although we were a little slow for him, he kept back with us making it a nice four person tandem line. I don't remember Jay being this fast so it must be that beautiful new Giant TCR! Nice bike Jay!  I had a great time catching up with Jay since I haven't been riding much and he looks great despite the personal injury and surgery. You could never tell he had back surgery in April watching him ride today. To sum it up, thanks Anne, Jay, Marion for making this morning a great morning. It was also good to see Ian although it was only for the start of the ride at TOGA and when I got back to TOGA. I think he rode to the GWB bridge today but that is only hear say! ; )