I would like to start by saying that the hills hurt, but it wasn’t that bad. We peddled 83 mile in 7 hours and 22 minutes. That time included rest stops and two flat tires. We were blessed with cool weather and very little rain which made for an enjoyable ride.
I will be heading to Greenville for the 2008 Bike MS Event. If anyone would like to make a donation there is still time. It looks like we will be doing 80 miles in the rain on Saturday to raise money and awareness for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. (We are talking bicycles).
Have a great weekend.
I finally put the lights on my bike. I’ve had them for 3 months. It was really nice to head out as the sun was going down. I have a few adjustments to make, but they seemed to work well. The kids stayed at home this time and I did my 8 mile route to the marina and back in less tha 35 minutes. It looks like this will be the last ride for a few days. I expect Hanna to bring rain this weekend and little more. The tread mill have to do. I can’t skip many days with the MS Ride in 3 weeks.
It is Sunday night. It has been over six weeks since I posted my very optimistic goals for weight loss. I have only covered 179 miles in the saddle and dropped only six pounds. With only four weeks between me and Rock Hill, I do not believe that my 200 lb weight goal will be achieved. There is always the wishful thought that the fat is really melting away and massive amounts of muscle are taking its place. Hey, it could happen. I have covered most of these miles with the little ones in tow. That has to count for someting. I am not discouraged. I will survive 2008 Bike MS. If you are intrested in the route, it is posted on MapMyRide.com.
On September 27 & 28 of 2008 I will ride in the North Carolina (South Carolina) , Bike MS 2008. This will be my first cuntury in the hills. As an over weight rider I am afraid. The time has come to make a change. I have set a new goal and this ride will set the time limit. Maybe a little humiliation and peer preasure will help. On Monday July 14th I weighed in at 226 lbs. I hate to admit it, but it is the truth. My goal is to ride my bike on September 27, 2008 from Rock Hill to Greenville at a weight less than 200 lbs. I’ll try to post my weight each Monday along with the miles biked the previous week. If any one is intrested in riding, you can join our team at http://main.nationalmssociety.org/goto/jamie_s. This ride is for a great cause and in the past it has been a pleasure to participate in.
