TI! coming soon!

Picked up the training this week, nothing to exciting just putting in the efforts! I need to spend about 3-4 more weeks in-doors. My doctor would like me to remain off the "Road" for a few more weeks (4) before I try to use my shoulder again...we'll see.

I did treat myself to a little bike lust over the last few days...will be posting images soon.

The comeback!

It's been awhile since my last post...

My training was the most inconsistent in 3 years, illness(bronchitis, sinus infections, etc.). I did get my conditioning to the point were I was ready for the 3/4 criterium race in Plainville CT. Unfortunately, about 40 minutes into the race I was pinched going into the 1st corner of the course and hit the pavement and then my shoulder smacked the curb which snapped my collar bone. So, after two weeks of dealing with a funky looking shoulder, I went under the knife. Two days after surgery and some pain killers, I'm ready for the comback....Originally I had my sights set on Battenkill for my 1st 'A' priority race now I need to pick a different race. We'll see...

...oh yah..to the guy the pinched me..thanks! Shit happens but you could at least have checked on how I was doing.

This is the corner...

MW complete...

1:23...not bad I guess. Just wait until next year...awesome climb!

My First Podium

To most racers this is no big deal, but to me it was pretty cool. I did my sixth race and ended up getting 3rd in 4/5 39+. Been racing for two years and finally got some points(4). Came inches from getting the top step...but my sprinting needs a little more work.

...My trainings been going pretty well. The last few races I've been able to cover most of the moves and also do some attacking.

March racing....

It's March and I have three races under my belt, 2 in Bethel, CT. I did two races back to back in Bethel like most of the racers. But two races with a killer little bump in the road hurts after 55 laps going all out. Great racing, unfortunately, a bit too far for me to travel every Sunday. I did my first Plainville Spring Series race, 4/5 39+, it was a blast...as was the wind!

Did a bit of attacking and went for the win on the last lap, but left a bit too early and got crushed! Live and learn..can't wait until next week!

Team Bike - Duratec

Increased intensity

This past week I spent some quality time with the trainers...steping up my hours on the trainer and my efforts. Tuesday 2 hours, Wednesday 2 Hours, Thursday 2 hours and Saturday a simple hour spin...Sunday 5 hours 3.5 outside for about 56 miles with a couple of good climbs(Girl Scout Camp Hill) in Willington, CT http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=1601472 (This is a great climbing hill to work on hill repeats for MT Washington) and 1+ hours back on the trainer....
...I'm expecting this week to be the same as last with a bit more intensity.