The shameless plug has been up for long enough now. Time to add new material.
I've no other thoughts than that darn spoke that ended my ride early this evening. I'd climbed route 42, known as holiday hill and had planned to ride up the painful mound of dirt at least once more, but I caught a rock in a funny way while looping back down the hill and the sideways shift placed enough tension on the wheel to fracture a spoke at the hub. Thus I climbed the hill only once, though I wasn't all that disappointed. I was questioning everything a mere 50 feet into the climb with my heart racing, legs burning, and no easier gears to shift to.
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About the Author
- scycle
- Scott is your standard amateur cyclist. Cat 1 cross country mountain bike racer and a category 3 cyclocross racer he participates in a number of regional competitive events, but enjoys the soul of cycling and the simplicity of the ride. Recounting experiences and telling stories has become part of the riding, racing and traveling he does. This is the home for those stories. Toast yourself a bagel and enjoy your experience.
My Bikes
- Cannondale F500 - This bike is where it all began to spin out of control. For a long time it was the only bike. It has many good years and has seen many lives. These days the only original part on the bike, other than the frame itself, is the seatpost. The front derailleur would almost count, but it has been removed since the bike's current life is as a Single Speed.
- Scattante R-650 - Full of good parts and a mid-grade frame, this bike has taken me all over. It has been a trusty steed on the tarmac.
- Cannondale Scalpel - This highly specialized cross country racing mountain bike elevated my riding on the trails. With Shimano XTR drivetrain components it is the ultimate in off road racing machines.
- Blue CX 5.5 - The source of my most recent and ever growing passion, cyclocross. This is the latest bike to join my growing stable and has served well. It takes quite a beeting but stands up to the punishment. A combination of mid to upper level components and wheels makes this a fast machine on any 'cross course.
Books Recently Read
- Andy Pruitt's Complete Medical Guide for Cyclists
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