Yesterday marked my long ride ever, coming in at approximately 139 miles as a part of the Rapha Gentlemen’s Race. We headed out to the beach (Lincoln City) on Friday evening and stayed in a suite at the Inn at Spanish Head thanks to team president Jim who served as sugar daddy for the evening. [...]
Up Next
Tomorrow: Going hiking in the morning with cousin Jessie. We’re thinking King’s Mountain Trail if the snow is gone, otherwise another trail in the area. In the afternoon, a ride – likely some hill repeats on my bike.
Friday: Heading to Eugene in the morning where I’ll meet an aunt and uncle and finally pick up most of my worldly possessions and haul them back to Portland. Then comes Christmas – I don’t remember half of what I’ve got since I packed it all up last July.
Saturday: Team O ride where I’ll get my team kit and take it easy before the race on Sunday.
Sunday: The race on Sunday.
Next Wednesday night: heading south to Corvallis to my aunt and uncle’s place, where I’ll be house/cat/fish sitting over spring break while they go visit my parents. I’ll have to figure out how to keep myself entertained in Corvallis for a week and a bit. Probably will be an unofficial one man cycling training camp to really jump-start my legs for racing season. Maybe try to catch up with friends from Eugene who will be celebrating graduation. Definitely will bring the camera and find interesting things to explore.
A week from Saturday: I’ll show up at UO’s host road race and time trial and be put to work doing whatever Karey/Ivar tell me to.
A week from Sunday: I’ll show up at OSU’s collegiate criterium since I’ll be in Corvallis anyway. Maybe take some pictures.
Eventually: back to Portland.

March 11th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
Sounds like a good weekend of adventure ahead for you !
March 11th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
So you’re opting for collegiate help rather than finishing the 3rd Banana Belt?
March 11th, 2009 at 8:56 pm
Yeah, haven’t decided on BB#3 yet. I could definitely help UO with their race on Saturday and then do the Banana Belt on Sunday. I’ll have to see how it goes.