Here's a link to info on MotionBased...
I'm eyeballing a ride that continues on Mulholland to the very end where it intersects w/ PCH at Leo Carrillo. From home, it'd probably be around 90. We'll see...
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Saturday Ride
Went for a lengthy road ride Saturday before meeting up w/ Bob and Jessica at Paradise Cove to witness them exchange marriage vows. The ride which took me up Topanga Canyon, across Mulholland Hwy, down Kanan Rd and back on PCH ended up being just over 64 miles and about 4 hours. Road tires mounted on the extra Cane Creek wheelset made a difference.
Here's a link to info on MotionBased...
I'm eyeballing a ride that continues on Mulholland to the very end where it intersects w/ PCH at Leo Carrillo. From home, it'd probably be around 90. We'll see...
Here's a link to info on MotionBased...
I'm eyeballing a ride that continues on Mulholland to the very end where it intersects w/ PCH at Leo Carrillo. From home, it'd probably be around 90. We'll see...
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Westridge Singletrack Coming Back?
Took a spin up Westridge today to check things out after the weekend's stormy weather. As expected, the rain did a lot to settle the soft dirt on the bulldozed singletrack.
Although it's quite ugly up there with all the brush gone, some sections of the trail were kinda fun. (Other sections were slow-going as you had to pick your way through.) The whole thing was rideable though which definitely marks progress.
Here are some photos...
Forget what people say about staying off the trails after it rains. Next time it pisses, we should all head up there right away to ride and pack down the dirt more. It's the best way to facilitate the come-back of the singletrack.
Although it's quite ugly up there with all the brush gone, some sections of the trail were kinda fun. (Other sections were slow-going as you had to pick your way through.) The whole thing was rideable though which definitely marks progress.
Here are some photos...
Forget what people say about staying off the trails after it rains. Next time it pisses, we should all head up there right away to ride and pack down the dirt more. It's the best way to facilitate the come-back of the singletrack.
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Saturday Road Ride
Rode the Bianchi up Topanga Canyon, across Mulholland, down Malibu Canyon and back on PCH. This was the longest ride I think I've ever done; total mileage was just over 50.
Click on the map for data on MotionBased...
Legs felt pretty good at the end. Wonder if 65 is doable?
Click on the map for data on MotionBased...
Legs felt pretty good at the end. Wonder if 65 is doable?
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Summer's Gone
Temps are cooling down and it's getting dark earlier. Took advantage of the mild weather this weekend and got out for a few local rides on the Bianchi. Total mileage was just under 60.
Here are links to data on MotionBased...
Here are links to data on MotionBased...
Friday, September 14, 2007
Big Bear Shoot-Out #2 XC Race
Raced in the final event of the season last Sunday in Big Bear. Wasn't feeling at all prepared and not surprisingly, ended up getting ruined.
The course started at 7,300 ft with a 2+ mile fire-road climb. Fearful of falling off the back, tried to keep up w/ the mid-pack riders in my class which was a mistake. Ten minutes in, was completely out of breath and had severe lactic acid issues. Here's a nice graph...
Before the course flattened out, got passed by numerous Sport racers and then single-speed maniacs including Brett. Eight miles in, started getting passed by the fastest Beginner riders who started seven minutes behind. Ten miles in, got passed by Miles and shortly after that, Nor. Jacinda went by on the final fire-road climb but fortunately, I was able to pass her back on the Fall Line single-track.
Click on the map for race data on MotionBased...
Results? 13th out of 15 for me w/ a time of 1:44:06. Ouch. Dave who was able to recover after a tough start finished 10th at 1:40:19. (The fastest time in our class was a scorching 1:21:39.) Miles finished 3rd in his class w/ a time of 1:35:44. Nor finished 4th in his class at 1:36:18. (Apparently those two had an epic battle going -- wish I could've seen it.) Jacinda finished in 1:40:58 and Carlyn finished 1st in her class at 2:17:02. Here's a pic of the big medal-winners...
With their strong finishes, Miles, Nor and Carlyn all placed in the final points race for the season. Next year will be interesting as everyone will be in Sport -- just where they belong.
The course started at 7,300 ft with a 2+ mile fire-road climb. Fearful of falling off the back, tried to keep up w/ the mid-pack riders in my class which was a mistake. Ten minutes in, was completely out of breath and had severe lactic acid issues. Here's a nice graph...
Before the course flattened out, got passed by numerous Sport racers and then single-speed maniacs including Brett. Eight miles in, started getting passed by the fastest Beginner riders who started seven minutes behind. Ten miles in, got passed by Miles and shortly after that, Nor. Jacinda went by on the final fire-road climb but fortunately, I was able to pass her back on the Fall Line single-track.
Click on the map for race data on MotionBased...
Results? 13th out of 15 for me w/ a time of 1:44:06. Ouch. Dave who was able to recover after a tough start finished 10th at 1:40:19. (The fastest time in our class was a scorching 1:21:39.) Miles finished 3rd in his class w/ a time of 1:35:44. Nor finished 4th in his class at 1:36:18. (Apparently those two had an epic battle going -- wish I could've seen it.) Jacinda finished in 1:40:58 and Carlyn finished 1st in her class at 2:17:02. Here's a pic of the big medal-winners...
With their strong finishes, Miles, Nor and Carlyn all placed in the final points race for the season. Next year will be interesting as everyone will be in Sport -- just where they belong.
Monday, September 03, 2007
Labor Day Heat Wave Rides
The three-day weekend brought some of the hottest temperatures to the Westside I can recall. Still managed to get on a bike every day. On Saturday, rode w/ Dave up the Canyon, over to the Hub and down Backbone. Sunday, rode the Bianchi solo on a medium length fire-road/road loop. Nothing too exciting except for the incredibly hot gal on the white Orbea on San Vicente.
On Monday, headed up to Sycamore w/ Miles to ride the single-track we had to skip last weekend. Got dropped almost immediately on the fire-road climb and then again on the way to the water tower. When we got to the Coyote Trail, I kinda expected the single-track to basically wind down to the Sycamore fire-road similar to the Wood Canyon trail. Wrong... After two granny gear climbs, some cursing and a bit of walking, finally got to the pay-off. When it finally turned downhill, the single-track was very reminiscent of the Rusty Car trail -- quite fun. After that, slogged up Guadalasca and then down Wood Canyon again.
Total mileage was 22.2 and total elevation gain was 3,414 feet. Don't believe the 80.6 degrees MotionBased cites. Here's a link...
Next weekend is the final race of the season at Big Bear. Heading up w/ a good group of people and it should be fun. Miles and Nor are both riding strong and are locks for the podium in their respective classes. The question is how high can they finish?
On Monday, headed up to Sycamore w/ Miles to ride the single-track we had to skip last weekend. Got dropped almost immediately on the fire-road climb and then again on the way to the water tower. When we got to the Coyote Trail, I kinda expected the single-track to basically wind down to the Sycamore fire-road similar to the Wood Canyon trail. Wrong... After two granny gear climbs, some cursing and a bit of walking, finally got to the pay-off. When it finally turned downhill, the single-track was very reminiscent of the Rusty Car trail -- quite fun. After that, slogged up Guadalasca and then down Wood Canyon again.
Total mileage was 22.2 and total elevation gain was 3,414 feet. Don't believe the 80.6 degrees MotionBased cites. Here's a link...
Next weekend is the final race of the season at Big Bear. Heading up w/ a good group of people and it should be fun. Miles and Nor are both riding strong and are locks for the podium in their respective classes. The question is how high can they finish?
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