Better

I got to go on a nice mtn. bike ride today to Valley Green. For the past few years I have been riding my mtn. bike on the road the three miles to get to the trails. This started out as a way to maximize ride time because of the kids. At that time I was not even thinking of the gas it might take to drive to the trailhead. Now I do it for two reasons! I am lucky to live only three miles away from some really great trails. I was not sure how I would feel on the bike because of the throw up bug that went through the family last week. It turns out I felt pretty good. I was creating my own momentum, that is always good on the Rig.
At this time I have to also say a BIG thank you to the man behind the Prsent Tense! Andy Thank you from the bottom of my heart. It means alot to me that you think of me everytime you get your Ten Club tickets! What a show! Last Friday I got to see Pearl Jam in Concert. It is always amasing to see them play. Thanks again Bro!

4 Hours

Last Sat. I went on a solo mission to White Clay for a longer singletrack ride. I was able to cover all of the park and even learn some new sections. By new I mean new to me. Both new and old trails are amazing. I can not say enough how great it is the work that people have done on these trails. The hard work has paid off with some of the most "buff" singletrack anywhere. Thank you to Becki for the time! This was part of my fathers day gift. I have taken some more pictures as you can see, but they really don't do it any justice! Enjoy!

The Big Bike Race

The big bike race came to town this past Sunday. The temps were hot and so was the racing. This would be the 5th bike race for Luke and Meg's 2nd. For me it is fun to share this day with the family. I have been going for 15 years and the family time now is the best. It is fun for me to watch the look on the kids faces as they see the racers go up the "wall". The riders pass within inches of them and they love it.

It has also become tradition for Leo and his family to come and hang out with Luke at the race. Leo is one of Luke's best friends and they were able to run around and enjoy the motorcycles, cars, and bikes. They even did the "guy" thing and took a pee in the woods.

Charlie and Laura were also with us for the day. Charlie and I have been togther for many a bike race and we always have a great time. Next year we are riding home from the race through the woods to my house. When we get there we will have dinner! Mark your calender Charlie and Leon!

Losing Weight

The Rig lost some pounds and got a whole lot faster. The 29in. wheels are great when you can lighten the bike up. The Rig is noticablely faster! The tires are WTB Nano with no tubes. They roll faster then the Bonty's and are lighter. This equals speed!The white seat is from my Indy Fab, also lighter then the stock Bonty. White seats just look good to me! The biggest change is the fork. Going from a Reba to the Bonty carbon saves a couple of pounds. The bike is faster in every situation, and much more enjoyable to ride. A late addition to the bike is bar ends and orange grips. I had to have a little orange on the bike!

Experiment

Welcome Back

Charlie is back! It was his first visit to White Clay! The smile on his face in the picture says it all. It really was great to ride with Charlie again. We have had many good days on our bikes together. This has to rank up there as one of the best. For me it was my first ride on the rig with a carbon rigid fork. I can't believe I have come full circle back to a rigid mountain bike. The 29in. wheels make it all possible. I had the new fork and new tires for the ride. Both made the rig lighter and faster!

Face Paint

Old School BMX Friday

Greg Hill was a BMX racer in the 80's. I really wanted one of these bikes! Check out the seat with the bolt! GREAT!!!!

Becki's Day

When Hallmark decided to create Mothers day they could not have picked a better group to dedicate a day to. I happen to be married to a great mom. When Becki and I first started dating I knew very early on that she was the one for me to marry. One of the main reasons was her feelings on having and caring for children. We shared many of the same views on how we wanted to raise kids. Now that we have Two of our very own I can say that she is a GREAT mom! She puts the kids well being and happiness before her own and still finds time for me.

On Mothers day I wanted to do a "family" day. Since the weather was nice I thought we should all go to Green Lane Park. I spent many a day on the Lane when I was a kid. Mainly with my dad and brother when my mom needed some alone time. Luke and Meghan had never been to Green Lane. Becki had only been through the park on the way to bike races. Apon arrival at the park we proceeded to have a windy picnic lunch. From there it was off to the water falls and rocks. Green Lane has many huge boulders that I spent countless hours climbing when I was a boy. Now it was Luke and Meg's turn to climb those same rocks. Luke was climbing straight away and Meg got going after a couple of minutes.

One of the best parts of the day was watching the kids interact with their mom. They love her very much and they now that she loves them. You can see there happiness in the pictures. Becki thanks for being a great mom and wife!

Headed for a Crash

Gas prices will not stop! This cartoon was fun! Enjoy! Buy a bike! Ride a bike! Glenn you will be commuting to West Chester by bike next year!

I Have No Words! So Good!

Old School BMX

There are not many of you who read this blog that will remember Stu. I followed his racing career during my BMX days in the 80's. Charlie you gotta love it! Glenn you will never understand!!!!!!!!!!!

Five Guys, One Great Burger!

We have been getting these burgers at school for the last couple of weeks on Fridays! They are GREAT! Just take a look!

100

I thought I would do something special for blog #100, but I was thinking to much. I do this blog because of the motivation from Dave C. That is the main reason I started. Now it has turned into a nice outlet for me to share silly thoughts, bike rides, and let people see how the kids are doing. I hope anyone reading enjoys the blog. Heres to another 100!

Blog # 99

Blog 99 could only be about the Great One! Growing up a hockey fan he brought me so many great memories. I loved the fact that he was not the fastest, biggest, or strongest but always found a way to dominate! The Oiler day were by far the best! He should have never been traded! Thanks 99!

Special Race

This weekend is Paris Roubaix! A one day classic race in the cycling world. The riders will race 160 miles with about 50 of those miles over cobblestone roads in the north of France. A real epic race. Charlie who is your call for the race win? Be sure to check back soon the next blog will be #99!

Winner Winner Farm Frites Dinner

Nice Ride by the Champ!

Big

When we run out of oil everyone will want one!

Spring Time

Tour of Flanders this weekend! You have to respect the guys that ride it clean. It is so hard.

practice

After you come down the "new" trail this is were you go next. SWEET!
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This is the trail from the bottom.
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This is the "new trail at school from the top!