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
Friday, December 05, 2008
Crash!
Five of us were riding on a dark, country road. We all had lights, and they were very good lights. But we did not see the barb wire crossing the road until it was too late. Gary was in the lead and the barb wire got caught up in his front wheel and he went over the handlebars. Joanne and I were next but we did not go down; we just flatted.
Gary is OK, just some scraps and soreness.
Apparently, just before a vehicle could not make the corner and went off into the farmer's field. When they came back onto the road, they brought portions of the barb wire fence into the road. I really hate it when cars do not pick up after themselves.
Tomorrow, Joanne and I will attempt our twelfth 200 km, one per month for the year.
Meanwhile, here is my bike enjoying a rest during this year's Oregon Bicycle Ride.
