Let me start by saying what a great turnout....19 riders 16 TEAM headstrong........ Hoodster led the citroen train out in the brisk, I mean brisk morning chill for our inaugural 2013 team training ride with a focus on our upcoming Tucson Camp. As with any Hoodster ride, point A to B is never simple.... more turns and dips than a Coney Island roller coaster.
And not a mile out we "juked" to the right on a quick dip and rise up through a chicane that had the riders scrambling for the right gear.......
As with any early winter ride you have your share of mechanicals, trying to get the right combination of clothes to work, and in sizing up the ride, the riders and your efforts.
On a whole the ride was perfect for me.... a few efforts to generate some heat, test the legs, and lungs.. but largely just a "paced" ride..
That said, everyone is in a different state at this time of year. Some have the luxury of training in warm, dry climates, some have ample free time while others are challenged by work, family, and/or daylight. It is important to put all this in perspective as you start a new season.
Ride accordingly to what you need... Sit in.... Take a pull.... Let 'em go..... test the legs if you want, but let it come back or wait........ and speak up... communicate...
Enjoy the ride and then reflect on where you are at in your fitness and what YOU need to be doing... it is a long season..
Thanks John for hosting the ride.... see you Saturday..
2 comments:
Well said Hammerbird! Seriously, everyone is in a different place fitness-wise but everyone seemed happy to re-group for their teammates whenever necessary. A little over half way the stop at Einsteins was a good break point. Great turnout!
I also enjoyed the ride on Saturday quite a bit. I like the casual pace and atmosphere this time of year. I do understand that people are in different places with their fitness and this is a great opportunity to stress that teammates have an obligation to provide feedback to the ride leaders during the ride. This is the only way to ensure that everyone gets what they want out of the day. Thanks for the fun.
Post a Comment