I stood in the shower for what seemed like an eternity, partially in the fog of post ride exertion, partially dealing with a mild case of hypothermia. Thinking. Thinking – did I actually just enjoy doing that? Or I am just happy that it is over? After getting to a point of feeling warm again, [...]
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Years ago when my lovely partner was just getting into cycling we went on a rainy ride that changed our lives for ever. Without even a whisper of wind in the air,fog hung over the Otonabee as we rolled past. Standing by the locks as the rain poured over us we felt the freedom of [...]
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This is peculiar . . . An “A Group” Thursday Night report which is a full week late! It’s also the first one in ages. Typically, these are written immediately following a Thursday Niter (sic) and even then, accuracy is both suspect and dodgy. Imagine attempting it 7 days later, memory has faded and details [...]
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Effingham. If you have done any racing here in Ontario that one word says a lot. Effingham …with its F’ing hill. By rights the race is called the Niagara Classic but if you race a bike much, Effingham will suffice. Each season the course varies but it always includes numerous trips up Effingham St. I [...]
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Where do I begin to describe last nights epic ride? It seemed to me that last nights ride contained a bit of everything. We had a good size breakaway at the beginning of the ride, we had some excellent, high speed echelons along 40, and the general attrition that usually comes with a long ride. [...]
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This last week I had a chance to ride the Wednesday night Tempo Ride. In direct contrast to the Thursday night ride, this ride promotes riding at a fast but, controlled pace, working together to promote smooth pedaling etiquette within the bunch and with out the usual race night shenanigans. Well, I would be lying [...]
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Let’s start by saying I put my best foot forward this week and started my Thursday night ride with the A group. I won’t bore you with details but, needless to say it was somewhat intimidating and for good reason. Rolling out with the group started well enough with some good echelon pacing along County [...]
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As all good things do – it began with a great idea. Hatched several days prior it was decided that Sunday was to be the day that we would ride. After a bit of a hiatus from the road bike over the last couple of weeks I was looking forward to a great day on [...]
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Another beautiful night for a ride. Last nights ride was spectacular. After a short wait in the parking lot, a large B group composed of at least 30 riders rolls out. In tonight’s group, a highlight, Mr. Scott Wood has made an appearance, hairy legs and all. Great to see you out Mr. Wood. Tonight’s [...]
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Last night was a fantastic night for a group ride. Sunny, warm, not too windy. Only trouble was that we were just about to demolish ourselves on the short hilly route. Nevertheless, a huge group of riders were out in full form to pit themselves against each other and against the gravity that would begin [...]
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