This weekend was all biking, all the time. At least it felt that way to me. Saturday, several of us got together for a quick ride from Lynne and Jeff’s house to KC Bier CO and back. Tara, Robert, Derek R., Neal, Lynne, Jeff, and myself had a fantastic ride down, a couple terrific beers, and 1 ginormous beer. Plus one giant freaking pretzel.
Here’s what we did!
| Elapsed Time | Moving Time | Distance | Average Speed | Max Speed | Elevation Gain | Calories Burned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
02:05:18
hours
|
01:18:26
hours
|
13.95
mi.
|
10.67
mph
|
29.53
mph
|
748.36
ft.
|
572
kcal
|
Then Sunday came around. Derek R hosted several people on a tour through Lee’s Summit. A couple breweries, winery, and a Taco Joint to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with style. I know that Tara, Robert, Lynne, Jeff, and Derek road that nice 15 and 1/2 mile route.
James and Nancy ended up joining Kathy West on a preview ride of this week’s Monday night Ride from Strange Days brewery. If you’re looking for a bike ride tonight, check that out. I think they leave at 6:30.
I wanted to join, but also knew that I’ve got to start getting my mileage up in preparation for the Dirty Kanza 100 in a couple weeks, therefore, I went out for a good 50 miles. Ranging North to Velo Garage, having a beer with James Curans, and then riding back south down to the Indian Creek Trail, and coming back North via the Leawood North Loop. I feel surprizingly good today despite the ride and lack of build up I’ve had. I think I’ve got a lot of work ahead of me to be ready for the DK.
My Sunday ride
| Elapsed Time | Moving Time | Distance | Average Speed | Max Speed | Elevation Gain | Calories Burned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
04:31:17
hours
|
03:57:37
hours
|
48.61
mi.
|
12.27
mph
|
29.97
mph
|
2,319.23
ft.
|
1,874
kcal
|
If you’re asking yourself, “how can I learn about and be a part of these informal random rides?” the best answer is to download the app Slack. We’ve got our own group there and converse regularly about rides. Email me, and I’ll send you an invite to the Slack group.
Upcoming Rides
BBBR – Saturday May 11th
This upcoming Saturday is our monthly BBBR ride. Looking forward to seeing you all at McLain’s Bakery in Waldo at 8:30 am. Reminder that this’ll be a 2 loop ride. 1 loop for Everybody, and then a 2nd loop for those wanting to build mileage up in prep for Ragbrai and other upcoming rides. More details can be found via the link above.
Tour De Bier – Sunday May 19th
It’s coming up! time to sign up if you haven’t already. See you on the 35 mile route.
Pedaler’s Jamboree – May 25th-26th
Weekend biking and camping event in Mid Missouri. More details in the link.
Thirsty Thursdays
As usual, many of us will probably be riding Thursday night out of Velo Garage and Tap house. Ride leaves at 6:30 pm. A nice ~15mile ride with a bunch of knuckleheads.
