Severna Park Peleton to Bay Ridge
This Ride: 35.0 mi
Kona Miles: 682.6 mi
2010 Total: 1099.6 mi
Member of the Peloton!
Today I decided to ride with the Tuesday evening ride from the SPP, and to wear my new SPP Jersey for the first time. I look pretty good in it if I dare say so myself!
A total of six riders showed up at the Rusty Bridge at 5, and we took off. I had really no idea how far this group goes and was prepared for about 20-25 miles. As you see, it was 35 miles. The first 15 miles were pretty quick, and I was pushing the heart rate into anaerobic territory pretty consistently. I’m amazed at how guys 80 lbs heavier than I am can be pushing these speeds with much lower heart rates. At perhaps the half-way point, when I was in the back of the peloton, I noticed my rear tire was squirrely on a curve, and sure enough, it was going flat. I stopped and nearly had the tube out before the rest noticed I wasn’t with them and returned for support. The tire change was quick and we were back on my way. I appreciate not being alone in that kind of circumstance.
This was a new route for me, south of Annapolis. It is a pretty ride, but I had no idea where we were until after the ride and I looked at the map.
I won’t be able to ride the Tuesday night ride often due to work responsibilities, but it is nice to know there is a group riding regularly that I can join any time.
Rev Rider 