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weekending (wait – are we living in seattle?)

17 November 201318 November 2013 by randomduck

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It was a grey, damp weekend here in DC. The predicted sun and warmth was tempered by drizzle, fog, clouds - something closer to the Pacific Northwest than the Mid-Atlantic. Such is November, I reckon. However, it was enjoyable: Trekked with sprite to see the UConn women take on the…

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weekending (or how i didn’t ride long distance this week)

11 November 201312 November 2013 by randomduck

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Two weekends ago, I went on two awesome bike rides - one in the Virginia hills, one closer to home. They were a ton of fun, but there was a pesky side effect: I strained my left Achilles tendon. My ankle was swollen, there was pain. Professionals advised me to…

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the buck stops… right in front of me

8 November 2013 by randomduck

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Tonight I came face-to-face with a four-point buck. I was leaving the parking lot at my office, on my trusty bicycle. As I rolled up the ramp into the chilly night air, everything seemed at peace. My bike's drivetrain whirred as I ascended the ramp, no creaks or noises from…

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cycling log: 2 november 2013 (edinburg gap)

2 November 2013 by randomduck

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Activity: road cycling (club ride) Location: Front Royal, VA > Edinburg, VA > Middletown, VA > Front Royal Distance: 101.4 miles (two very steep climbs) Duration: 4:50 (4:00 rolling time) Weather: cool, crisp, sunny to cloudy, wind from west, 55-68 degrees Climbing: 5,217′ Avg HR: 143 (max 181) Type: aerobic…

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cycling log: 29 june 2013 (c&o canal end-to-end)

2 July 201327 June 2019 by randomduck

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Activity: trail cycling (bucket list) Location: Cumberland, MD > Washington, DC Distance: 191.0 miles/ 307.5 kilometers (mostly flat with gradual descent, a few climbs here and there) Duration: 18:47 (14:01 rolling time) Weather: warm, humid, partly cloudy, some rain at dusk, 60-82 degrees Climbing: 1,883 feet (less than 10 feet…

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these wheels keep spinning around…

26 April 2013 by randomduck

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Life seems to be on fast-forward since returning from Utah, so here's some catch-up on bike-related things. I've been riding a lot in preparation for some big summer rides, and it's been quite enjoyable. I didn't ride much in March, thanks to the Utah trip taking up the lion's share…

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cycling update: february wrap-up

1 March 2013 by randomduck

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Two months down in 2013, and 803 miles under the bicycle wheels. Typically, but March 1st, I only have 400 to 500 miles, so this year is starting out quite strong. Last weekend, I rode the earliest century I've ever done, from Georgetown to Sugarloaf Mountain and back. I rode…

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ten on tuesday: goals are for soccer

29 May 201229 May 2012 by randomduck

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So Carole does another non-knitting "Ten on Tuesday," and I'm compelled to join in. The subject: 10 goals for the summer. I think you can guess where my goals will be.... Get back in prime cycling shape. This goal is vexing me right now: I'm back on the bike, essentially…

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recovery update: day 26

17 March 2012 by randomduck

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I am realizing, through the recovery from my injury, that I'm a bit of a busybody. And it's never more apparent than during the weekend. My mind wants to be outside, riding the bike, skiing, hiking or doing something very active. When the weather conspires to deliver unseasonably pleasant temperatures…

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ten on tuesday: things to do in 2012

5 January 2012 by randomduck

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OK, so it's Wednesday Thursday, but this seems like a good topic to start of 2012, right? As usual, Carole posted a lovely topic, and both sprite and Sarah posted their lists. So, here goes: 1. Read more books. I read a couple books in 2011, but I really would…

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