Biking in 2011

So far this year I have been able to log in over 400 miles on my bike. Thanks to a beautifully warm and dry January along with a fairly mild, although somewhat chilly, February and, of course, retirement, I have been able to bike much more often than in past years. My best year has been around 1300 miles. If I keep up this pace, I might come close to doubling it. That would be something, huh?

A Fun Weekend

Mike, Dave, Gayle and I returned to the desert this past weekend to ride in the Tour de Palm Springs. We stayed in a great suite at the Palm Springs Tennis Club. I recommend it. This pic shows the view from our balcony. The ride is fun, but there are waaaay too many people. I saw at least 5 people go down. We might make up our own ride next year!

Really?

Biking in Retirement

I have really been enjoying the opportunity to cycle more since retirement. My goal is to try and get in at least 200 miles per month. That would then double my previous years. My level of conditioning is improving too. It seems I am not so much into riding with groups, so I will continue to ride alone, with Mike and with the neighbors. An additional goal I have is to lose additional weight. I am certain that my riding pleasure increased as I lost weight. It is always a challenge since I do so enjoy food! We'll see how that goes.

Biking at the Beach

Mike and I cycled round trip from Will Rogers State Beach to the Manhattan Beach Pier. As usual, it was a great biking day. Sunny with no wind. (Of course there is always a head wind for the last 3 miles!) We ate lunch at our local go-to in Venice: Viva Fresh Mexican. What a way to spend a February day!