By dougfoot, on July 12th, 2009
STP 2009 is now behind me, in more ways than one! Early on in the ride I rolled the Micro! Talk about a pride buster… I was even considering calling it quits at the first rest stop at mile 25! At around mile 10, the descents in Seattle can be hazardous and in past years have had [...]
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By dougfoot, on July 9th, 2009
I’m writing this as my daughter Jessica is driving us to Seattle – stuck in Portland tradffic – normal for a Friday, (but this is Thursday!) It’s funny, when you need to get some place timely, you find yourself “stuck” in traffic! Rode the trainer Tuesday and Wednesday, simple spinning to keep loose. It’s a good thing [...]
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By dougfoot, on June 22nd, 2009
As of Saturday, I have over 2300 miles ridden for the year! 20 days and counting before the STP, I’m feeling pretty good about this year’s ride, considering I’m still on chemo, and will be riding the “Q”. Last year I made it to 2000 miles the week of the STP, and it was my fastest [...]
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By dougfoot, on July 31st, 2008
Looking back over this year’s STP versus prior year’s results, several things come to mind as to how I can repeat or even surpass my performance. STP Helpful Tips: 1. Don’t take training too seriously – really, the STP isn’t a race 2. Keep hydrated – you can always refill along the route 3. Eat at regular intervals – this [...]
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