Went for a ride Sunday on the road bike. It was windy as all hell out there. I felt like I was going backward on a few hills. I learned 2 new things on this ride.

1) My Nike Kato Straps were not made with road biking in mind. They hurt my feet after about 2-3 miles. They just flex way too much. On the MTB they aren't too bad for some reason though, but I would still wear my Specialized Comp's instead and I should have worn them yesterday instead. I can't wait for my Sidi's, they should be in today or tomorrow.

2) The stock seat on the Trek hurts my down there. I have never had a problem with this in the past like I do on the roadie. On the MTB you are up on your sit bones a little more and on the roadie you rest a little more on the pubic bone. I think I need to get a seat like MikeyB's with the cut out for comfort. Other than those two things I really like the bike a lot.

Took a chunk of the Big Rivers Trail into Saint Paul, then over to Fort Snelling and back home. About 34km total, not too bad but that wind, man, I hate that wind. It feels like you are riding up hill the whole time. It is a fun sceanic loop that you should try sometime. There are lots of places you can stop, eat, or just look around. If you want a tour guide, give me a call.

Remember, you need to win the Banjo Bros Seat Bag! Only 3 people have entered so far! This is a nice little seat bag for the road bike or MTB. I use this one on my roadie, it holds my wallet, multitool, and phone.

Distance:
Today: 33.80km (21.01mi)
June: 202.01km (125.53mi)
Year to date: 788.07km (489.68mi)

Linky3:
Adult Swim - What else are you going to do @ work?
Thanks. No. - Hint! Hint!
SSWC06 - Sweet.

-pete