Archive for May, 2007

EMS mountain bike demo day

Friday, May 25th, 2007

Jenn dragged me to the EMS Ironhorse demo day up at Thacher Park. I tested an MK-3 and an Azure. The MK3 had a super-plush ride, almost too soft. I felt like I was losing lots of power in the suspension while pedaling. The Azure had some braking issues and shifting issues, but shorter suspension [...]

The 400km brevet recap

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2007

It’s coming.
Suffice it to say it went very well in spite of tons of climbing, tons of headwind, lots of rain after sunset, and mediocre headlights. I finished strong and only had problems falling asleep on the (short) drive home.

Wish me luck

Friday, May 18th, 2007

Going to bed now, at 9pm. Starting the 400km brevet ride tomorrow morning at 4am. Chance for rain throughout the day. Good stuff. I think I’m all packed and ready. I’m sure I’ll remember something I forgot on the drive over to the start. See you Sunday morning with results…

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