Aside from falling down less than a mile into the ride on the first big, nasty, steep climb (and then being stuck there on the downhill side with my feet still firmly attached to the pedals such that I couldn't get out without help), this was a lovely little ride. It was certainly rolling to hilly, as advertised, but this is an area that I have never biked before. The lakes were lovely and the hills were challenging. Definitely a must do next time but I think I'll take the "easier" hill out of the gate next time.
NOVA-CBG Two Lakes and a River Ride by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details
What a fanfriggintastic day for a bike ride and what a ride it was. I really kicked it for the first 10 miles to the first rest stop and did a lot of "Vandishing": 90-100+ rpm and screaming along. Our little group paced really well and even the hills weren't so horrible. The return trip down the W&OD was great and I took advantage of every flat and downhill and was able to do a little more "Vandishing" in the last mile or so. Loved this year's course and I'm contemplating attempting the full English century next year. Bring it!
Reston Metric Century 65 by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details
We started in rain and we finished in rain but we got to ride some beautiful country and see and ride over (under?) some really neat covered bridges. The first third and last third were gently rolling hills but the middle third had a few nice (read "nasty") hills. Most were short but could be quite steep; however, I did force myself over each and every one of them, kicking and screaming all the way. Finished wet and dirty but happy with the accomplishment. Can't wait to do this again next year but hopefully it won't be raining.
Covered Bridge Metric Century by kwarkentien at Garmin Connect - Details
