Ride Home from FreshBikes--Tim Bought a New Bike!!!

Went to FreshBikes with Tim after the Hilly Triangle to look at some "toys" and wound up with Tim buying a cool new matte black with blue highlights Specialized Roubaix with Zipp 404s. I test rode a Cervelo S5 and a Cannondale crossbike and, surprisingly, didn't buy either one. But I liked them both (and really loved the Cervelo, which I knew would be the case). Glad to have helped Tim find the perfect bike but now, I'll never be able to keep up with him.

Ride Home from FreshBikes--Tim Bought a New Bike!!! by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details

NOVA-CBG Impromptu Hilly Triangle

So glad I got out there to ride on this absolutely beautiful winter solstice. The weather was perfect for a ride and I felt so good just getting on the bike and riding. The PT is definitely working (thanks Jesse!) and I had very little knee pain today, even when grinding up those Falls Church and North Arlington Hills. I conquered my nemesis--Williamsburg Boulevard up from North Rochester Street--and then was able to scream downhill towards North George Mason Drive at almost 36 mph. Glad Mary suggested this and I'm looking forward to--gasp--more climbing!!!

NOVA-CBG Impromptu Hilly Triangle by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details

WABA Cider Ride 15 Plus Ride To and Fro

A brisk ride to wake up the senses. Once we were moving, it was actually quite enjoyable. Rode over from Shirlington with Tim to do the 15 miler, which became 34 once the over and back was added. Met Stephanie and Al there, along with Ted and Olive. Good to be back in the saddle.

WABA Cider Ride 15 Plus Ride To and Fro by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details

Randi's Birthday Ride

What better way to celebrate Randi's birthday than with a nice little ride around Key West. We opted to ride 1/10 her age and then doubled it for good measure. Nice day, nice company, and a great reason to celebrate. Now it's time to party!!!!

Randi's Birthday Ride by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details

Smart Ride 10, Parade Through Key West

The "after-ride" ride to the Key West Pier for closing ceremonies. A good two days of riding.

Smart Ride 10, Parade Through Key West by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details