Apr 14, 2014 at 03:10 AM
FWIW, the ride I did today out to Franklin Lakes, NJ was actually closer to 4 hours bridge to bridge at a moderate tempo, with one 15 minute stop at a 7-11
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FWIW, the ride I did today out to Franklin Lakes, NJ was actually closer to 4 hours bridge to bridge at a moderate tempo, with one 15 minute stop at a 7-11
Apr 14, 2014 at 03:17 AM
Apr 14, 2014 at 01:28 PM
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Apr 14, 2014 at 03:22 PM
This is a pat-myself-on-the-back post because I did River Road and Bear Mountain yesterday with guys much stronger than me (non KCC friends). I reigned them in and they pushed me forward (at one point literally pushed me forward with a hand on the back, to which I was like "I'm slow but lemme DO it"). Almost double the climbing I'm used to, and after having a couple people tell me I am a "climber", I know I could be a lot stronger and will try to get in some hill repeats and earn the label.
And man, what a gorgeous day.
And man, what a gorgeous day.
Apr 14, 2014 at 08:39 PM
Sounds like everyone had a great weekend of riding! Sorry I missed it! I actually did Pink Rhino's track clinic yesterday (couldn't make the Kissena one next week). I do have to admit I really was nervous as it was my first time on a fixed gear bike ever! I wasn't terribly comfortable drafting and nervous to go fast. But once I got over that "hump" and started to ride fast, it was pretty awesome (and somewhat addictive). I actually might look into getting a fixed gear bike. The no brakes thing is a bit daunting, but it also seems like more crashes happen when people slam on their breaks, rather than slowly stop. I also saw a few Kissena's out there killing it during the mock races! Overall, a really fun day! Hope to ride with some of you folks this weekend :-)
Emily- sounds like you had a great ride! I have to agree that you are a total BOSS on climbs! I definitely see more than a few hilly road race podiums in your future :-)
Apr 14, 2014 at 08:52 PM
@JulieJones - Wish we had recognized you at the track yesterday. Next time say hi!
Apr 14, 2014 at 08:56 PM
@JulieJones, we had no clue you were at the track with us. You should have said Hi! It was definitely a good sunny day on the track.
Apr 14, 2014 at 09:02 PM
@JulieJones, nice job making it to a track clinic! And thanks for the shout-out, looking forward to whenever our next ride is!
Apr 16, 2014 at 02:07 AM
I have been racing a bit lately and haven't gotten a lot of distance in. As such, I will not pin any numbers on this weekend and instead plan to ride long both days.
Typical KCC schedge:
Saturday and Sunday
8 a.m. BB
9 a.m. GWB
One day easy, one day hard. Haven't decided which is which yet. No matter, come on out and get your group ride on. Faster and slower inclined folks can split off for their own fun in NJ.
Apr 16, 2014 at 01:56 PM
I'll be joining on Sunday.
Apr 16, 2014 at 03:06 PM
I'll be looking for a long ride on Sunday, so will probably join.
Apr 16, 2014 at 05:53 PM
I'm bringing this back not only because I am happy to see that Daniella is back on her bike, but also because I had ANOTHER such incident last night: Riding home at dusk in the rain with plummeting temperatures and a tail wind that caused me to move very quickly down the west side bike path. A jogger all the way to the right somehow looks a little squirrelly to me and so I move ALL the way to the left as we approach one of those yellow bollards. Without warning and without looking, he turns left across the bike path to make an unannounced U-turn around said bollard. I reacted instantly with loud noises and vigorous braking that sent me into a fish-tail (second of the day after an unrelated incident in the morning). Loud noises caused errant jogger to stop in his tracks and me to survive another day. This is why I hate the spring.Daniella Shachter said:hi all!!
My left wrist is stable now but in pieces. looks like they'll have to set it properly, surgically. i have to follow up with the doctor tomorrow. after its set, it will be the 6-8 week recovery.
the runner went down too. but luckily not injured. she was awesome. stayed to help me. i did tell her she has to look before turning because even if i was going super slow, my response time is so narrow. claimed she did look. i didn't see her making that movement. anyhow, she left her info with jeff, and now i have it, so i'll check in on her. or sue her. any feedback or advice on that would be helpful.
Apr 16, 2014 at 06:23 PM
A few years ago, I hit a jogger who did the same thing on the Bk bridge so hard. Always expect that behavior from runners. Always.
Apr 16, 2014 at 06:30 PM
At least until the runner becomes the cyclist. They (I? We? Existential crisis?) are oblivious. Best to treat them like moving landmines and hope luck is on your side.
Apr 16, 2014 at 06:36 PM
@Stokes I've had the same thing happen twice now, I think it's a common problem with runners blasting Miley Cyrus. The lesson is: uncap the water bottle when you spot the squirrel phase.
Apr 16, 2014 at 07:41 PM
I'm sure that John means this metaphorically. For those of you who don't understand, in this case John is the squirrel, the water bottle is the universe, and God is Miley Cyrus.
Apr 16, 2014 at 08:00 PM
It's also worth pointing out that, as dorky as it looks/feels/sounds to put one on your fancy road bike, using a bell is technically required by law.
Use your bell, your voice, or yeah, your water bottle, if it keeps you and those around you safe.
Apr 16, 2014 at 10:29 PM
And on cue I was almost hit at Prospect this afternoon by: 2 skateboarders, a kid on a bike, and a basketball that launched into the skreet. This is aside from the 3 cars that turned in front of me on the way to and from the park. Ahhhhhhhh, SPRINGTIME IN NYC!!!!
Apr 18, 2014 at 02:29 PM
Anyone planning to head out for a longer ride after the ppark race this saturday?
Apr 18, 2014 at 02:50 PM
I'd like to join you guys Saturday from GWB!
Apr 18, 2014 at 03:36 PM
I'll be turning and burning pretty quickly after the PP race on Saturday, heading up towards home, which is near the GWB. So no additional miles for me needed on Saturday. Sunday, I'm thinking a nice long ride in the 4.5-5 hour range. Moderate tempo. One 15-minute-ish stop for chips and coke and treats at a convenience store.Mike Garrigan said:Anyone planning to head out for a longer ride after the ppark race this saturday?
Apr 18, 2014 at 04:10 PM
Mike Garrigan said:Anyone planning to head out for a longer ride after the ppark race this saturday?
I might be up for that. 64 and sunny sounds too good to pass up.
Apr 18, 2014 at 10:25 PM
I was planning to do the regular 8 a.m. Brooklyn Bridge depart, but I could meet up at the finish line in PP instead, if people can commit to leaving promptly. For a 6 a.m. whistle, what time will the races be done? Is anyone into it?
Apr 18, 2014 at 10:31 PM
I'm planning on Sunday. 9am GWB. I think we should be prepared for heading north together possibly splitting the group at some point.
Apr 19, 2014 at 11:04 AM
Anyway, tracking for 8 a.m. BB, 9 a.m. GWB.
Apr 19, 2014 at 04:22 PM
vlad said:I'm sure that John means this metaphorically. For those of you who don't understand, in this case John is the squirrel, the water bottle is the universe, and God is Miley Cyrus.
What is the water?
Apr 19, 2014 at 06:52 PM
Planning on 9am @ GWB tomorrow. Wheeeeeee!
Apr 20, 2014 at 01:38 AM
8am at BB.
Apr 20, 2014 at 01:41 AM
I'll be at BB tomorrow and having a work colleague join too. A kiwi who just moved here from HK.
Apr 20, 2014 at 01:42 PM
I'm shredded after yesterday, but looking to get a few hours in PP around noon