- Site:
- http://scottjohnsen.blogspot.com/
- Miles:
- 34280 total / 4746 in 2013
- Goal:
1. 12,500 miles 2. 3 Century Rides (2 completed so far) 3. Begin Brevet Rides with 200K & 300K Rides 4. Daily Core Workout 5. 3, 5 min. Planks 6. Have Fun!
Scott Johnsen rode: I just didn't have it...
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- 20 miles
- 01:14 time
- 16.4 pace
- 1093 calories
- details
I just didn't have it today. My legs were tired and I felt kind of wiped. I knew early on that my PRs were safe today. I didn't have much time today as this is the day we drive up to Vermont. We love it up there so much, but it does take quite a slice out of Fridays and Sundays.
At any rate, so as to not get upset about a slower pace, I decided today would be a good day to stop and take a few pics along the way. There are several little spots that I ride by and think, I should stop and take a picture. Today was a good day to actually stop and take some pictures. This killed my pace, but it allowed me to start up again in a tough gear. I usually didn't plan my stops. I saw something I liked so I stopped as fast as I could. Many times, I found that I was in my biggest gear when I went to start up again. Good strategy.
The ride was good and very enjoyable. Not big miles. Not a big pace. But a really nice ride on a hot and humid day. I'll take enjoyable anytime!!
By the way, I managed to hit 44.1mph on one downhill today. Now that is fun!!
Have a wonderful weekend friends and good luck to those of you racing, etc.!!
There are always high and low days. Still, nice pace!
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
sorry to hear... you wiped out is my feeling good HA
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Always fun to hit some of those big downhills. Enjoy Vermont, hope the weather is great for you
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Great way to end the week before the weekend Scott. Hope you got some good pictures!
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
easy days are a necessary part of training.
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
sounds like a nice ride overall though!!:) have a great weekend in VT!
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Sounds like a fun and enjoyable ride Scott... Good STUFF!
10 months ago
A recovery ride it is then :-)
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Looks like a great ride to me!
10 months ago
Good pace Scott.
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Still a nice ride!
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
We all have days like that! Looks like a good ride to me!
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Fun ride, Scott!! :) I love that since I can no longer run, I actually look forward to taking pics (and checking out yard sales) things I would not have done in the past due to always trying to better my time. I am for sure noncompetitve, but love being outside and able to bike now. So glad you had a nice ride! Enjoy your weekend!! :) (still hoping you are wearing your seatbelt on those scary downhills!! lol )
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
holy moly 44mph??? my stomach just dropped!! nice job making the best of the circumstances :-)
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Great job getting it done, Scott! Hope u feel better soon.
10 months ago • Like • 1 person
Thanks so much everyone!! Vermont was fantastic, thanks. I'll post the weekend rides soon. I also will get a few pics posted from Friday's ride. @Morey, you are so right!!
10 months ago • Like