Hey there, friends! Bill checking in after a fantastic day that ended with me glued to the closing ceremonies of the Olympics. Did anyone else catch those flying people? Seriously, how cool was that? It’s like they borrowed some moves from our biking adventures up here in Montana!
Now, let me spill the beans on my secret weapon – a power smoothie that’s practically top-secret. After downing that, I’m all set to hit the hay and tie up some loose ends before the workweek kicks in.
But before I tuck in, let me tell you about my latest adventure – a 3-hour ride up the Blackfoot River, covering about 25 miles all the way to Potomac. It was my first 50-miler of the year, and boy, did it feel good. The ride might seem flat, but the total climb of 1,300 feet (all pretty gradual, mind you) says otherwise.
I kept a comfy pace, averaging around 150 beats per minute throughout the ride, with a couple of short hills to really get the heart pumping. And let me tell you, today’s weather was a blessing. I think it might have even touched the upper 40s. The only downside was those darn wet roads thanks to melting snow. Seriously, there’s a ton of the white stuff up there!
I had my trusty MP3 player with me, and some of the tunes had me singing and grooving along. Well, as much as one can dance while pedaling a bike. The highlight? Some good ol’ Doors tunes as I cruised back to Bonner along the Blackfoot River. It was almost like a spiritual experience, I tell you.
Now, it’ll be a couple of months before I can enjoy dry roads and bask in the sun, but today was as good as a winter bike ride could get. As the Olympic flame goes out, I’m putting together a bowl of raisin bran and bidding you all goodnight. Sleep tight, and dream of your next biking adventure!
On this day in history:
2005: Lolo Peak Area Today – My friend Alden Wright and I have teamed up this weekend to snowshoe up a East ridge of Lolo Peak.
2004: JOB UPDATE – As you all know the government has canceled comanche. Sikorsky aircraft along with UTC has no clue what to do with us.
2003: Computer Funnies – At a recent computer expo (COMDEX), Bill Gates reportedly compared the computer industry with the auto industry.
2002: Me Fat – Today is blue. I am blue because my body fat reduction and/or weight are not where I want it to be. I seem to be gaining weight with muscle mass.
From the latest outdoor misadventures back to a time of personal reflections and career uncertainties, this list offers a chronological reverse journey through the captivating and varied experiences shared in blog form.
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