Saturday saw one of the most anticipated rides since training began, as we were looking to unleash our new SPD shoes on the public. We didn’t really care how they felt or even if they increased performance, just as long as they looked the part.
And there lie’s the problem….For me anyway.
3 times I was off, each one more embarrassing than the last, anyway as always took it on the chin (and the face, and the legs, and the arms) and carried on. Sympathy was in short supply I might add.
Back to the ride, the upshot is that it was all a bit disjointed and the first ten miles were a bit of a pain, however, following a slight detour, a bit of off road action and rare burst of sunshine our mood was lifted – just as we reached the bottom of Parbold Hill, so as is now becoming the norm, it was head down, arse up and straight to the top - then straight to the bar at the Wiggin Tree for a pint which went straight to my legs.
I don’t think the other revellers were expecting to see Ste riding down the pub steps like Eddie Kidd’s drunken brother.
The route back was again a bit of a mis-match, with more hills and more off road action around Billinge Lump, though the one outstanding point was Ste’s fascination with cow’s udders…….. Definitely don’t know and I wasn’t going to ask. Each to their own, eh?
All in all, a good days riding and the new shoes stood up to the test, even if I never.
Roll on Ullswater!
Before I go, a quick update on the sponsorship. I’m happy to say we’ve reached the 60% mark, so thanks to all those who’ve sponsored us, especially my Mum and Mike for the massive donation. Thanks a lot.
Finally, recognition for another milestone. The blog has now had over 1000 hits. Not bad eh?
And there lie’s the problem….For me anyway.
3 times I was off, each one more embarrassing than the last, anyway as always took it on the chin (and the face, and the legs, and the arms) and carried on. Sympathy was in short supply I might add.
Back to the ride, the upshot is that it was all a bit disjointed and the first ten miles were a bit of a pain, however, following a slight detour, a bit of off road action and rare burst of sunshine our mood was lifted – just as we reached the bottom of Parbold Hill, so as is now becoming the norm, it was head down, arse up and straight to the top - then straight to the bar at the Wiggin Tree for a pint which went straight to my legs.
I don’t think the other revellers were expecting to see Ste riding down the pub steps like Eddie Kidd’s drunken brother.
The route back was again a bit of a mis-match, with more hills and more off road action around Billinge Lump, though the one outstanding point was Ste’s fascination with cow’s udders…….. Definitely don’t know and I wasn’t going to ask. Each to their own, eh?
All in all, a good days riding and the new shoes stood up to the test, even if I never.
Roll on Ullswater!
Before I go, a quick update on the sponsorship. I’m happy to say we’ve reached the 60% mark, so thanks to all those who’ve sponsored us, especially my Mum and Mike for the massive donation. Thanks a lot.
Finally, recognition for another milestone. The blog has now had over 1000 hits. Not bad eh?
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