Thursday 19 July 2007

Roadside Assistance

What a letdown well 6 letdowns. Punctures in fact 6 of them in the last 3 days all rear wheels and all driving me bannanas. There must be a goblin with a pin living in my shed because 3 of them happened at night when all around were sleeping.
Got the problem sorted now though and I take a puncture repair mechanic with me on all my rides!!!!
Still haggling over the final details of my new bike but when that arrives it will be kept in the house. ( Bedroom actually and wife will be in the shed)
A few people have asked for sponsor forms now so if you fancy helping out let me know and I will send you one or e mail you an electronic copy.
Still on the bannana diet week 2. Havent lost any weight but boy can I climb trees.!!!



Sunday 15 July 2007

ABSOLUTELY F...........ATIGUED

I think i've peaked too early!!!!!!!
Felt terrible all weekend and could not even get my leg over.... the crossbar.Did 20 miles yesterday but could not face another mile.Did not even have the energy today to pump up the tyres so went back to bed.
Hope things are better tommorrow.
Thinking about buying a Specialized tricross competition bike so would be grateful for any comments or tips.
Route plans all completed and sponsor forms ready so BEWARE !!!!!!



Saturday 7 July 2007

BEANS MEANS MILES

Had a good day out on the bike today. Dolgellau, Barmouth, Harlech, Ffestiniog.
Stopped in Barmouth this morning and had a coffee and Beans on Toast which were first class. Then had a good run up the coast through Harlech and Maentwrog ( Had to go back and get my bike then!!!!!!!) The question I was asking myself was what do you think about when your cycling??? Just sitting there turning those pedals for hours on end??
Today I was wondering " How does a fly actually land on the celling" Does he fly upside down and land or does he hover and then do a head over heels??
I was also thinking to myself if we ever invent a car that goes faster than the speed of light would there be any point in having headlights on it?? Two things I have learnt today.. Beans keep you going all day....I think I'm cracking up!!!!!
Ive also been told off by Brians wife who is a policewoman for not wearing a cycling helmet!! GULP!!!!!!!

Thursday 5 July 2007


What a week for training weather wise!!!! Really struggled to put the milage in this week. Bike is going well now although I have serious concerns about "windage". Thinking about investing some hard earned cash on a good fast touring bike.
Attached a small seat bag just to carry some snacks on the trip !!!!!!!
Anyone interested in filling in a sponsor form i.e Pub, Club, Workplace, Pole Dancing Club anywhere please contact me. All help is greatly appreciated.
Brian was asking me today how the training was going and if I had any sore bits yet!!!! Obviously lost none of his sense of humour !!!!!!
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