I like to ride my bicycle - for long distances. I have earned the California Triple Crown and finished the Furnace Creek 508. My goals include qualifying for RAAM and ...(read the blog to find out).
"The bicycle has a soul. If you are able to love it as it deserves, it will give you emotions you will never forget."
Mario Cipolini
"Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride."
John F. Kennedy
"The important decisions in my life I make while out riding my bike."
Former Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi
"Pain is temporary, quitting lasts forever.” Lance Armstrong
Monday, August 25, 2003
Crater Lake was a blast! No wait, that was several thousand years ago.
The Crater Lake Rim Ride was 63 mile of fun including 6222 feet of elevation gain. In one blinding desent, we reached 53.3 miles per hour. While we fell short of our 55 mph goal, we did break our old record.
Of course, I took some photos! This one is my favorite!
You can see the rest of the pictures here.
Tonights ride was a short 25 miler with just one hill (70th St.). Tomorrow should be a rest day.