Second Attempt:
My ride:
Everything the same except switched to a 20 tooth rear cog
Trail condition:
Temp 25 degrees, Bitter cold this ride compared to last ride, windchill feels like 17 degrees, time 5:30 PM, trail surface was like putty the entire way compared to last ride when ground was fast and frozen. This ride was a struggle to maintain speed.
Time
14:40
Comments +/-
+ This is my second attempt, felt good all the way, increased effort in a few places and recovered, I think the change of gearing will consider be to my advantage once the ground dries out!
- Rode with large battery light and camelbak, winter clothing 3 layers, Very Cold! Mushy ground very hard to maintain speed.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
2/19/09 NEPMTBA Rider
First Attempt:
My ride:
2006 Redline Monocog Rigid 29er XL roughly 32 lbs w/ 32-22gearing, 175mm cranks, WTB Exiwolf 2.3x29 fr 32PSI 75 % tread, WTB Exiwolf 2.3x29 rear 30PSI 50% tread.
Trail condition:
Temp 23 degrees, time 5:45 PM, dusting of salt & pepper snow on frozen/mushy ground.
Time
14:07
Comments +/-
+ This is my first attempt, felt good all the way as I didn't get much out of my comfort range, I know the singlespeed with 32-22 gearing was holding me back, but I ride this bike a lot so I just made it fun with no pressure, next time I will ride the race bike with gears.
- Rode with large battery light and camelbak, winter clothing 3 layers, I know the singlespeed with 32-22 gearing was holding me back, but I ride this bike a lot so I just made it fun with no pressure.
My ride:
2006 Redline Monocog Rigid 29er XL roughly 32 lbs w/ 32-22gearing, 175mm cranks, WTB Exiwolf 2.3x29 fr 32PSI 75 % tread, WTB Exiwolf 2.3x29 rear 30PSI 50% tread.
Trail condition:
Temp 23 degrees, time 5:45 PM, dusting of salt & pepper snow on frozen/mushy ground.
Time
14:07
Comments +/-
+ This is my first attempt, felt good all the way as I didn't get much out of my comfort range, I know the singlespeed with 32-22 gearing was holding me back, but I ride this bike a lot so I just made it fun with no pressure, next time I will ride the race bike with gears.
- Rode with large battery light and camelbak, winter clothing 3 layers, I know the singlespeed with 32-22 gearing was holding me back, but I ride this bike a lot so I just made it fun with no pressure.
MTB TT mini training series
Welcome to MTB Moto:
2/19/09 The MTB Time Trial mini training series is an unofficial fun event to provide a standard for personal strength and increased time improvement involves riding Mt Bikes on the Back Mt Rail Trail located in Luzerne, Pa.
Description; Starting spot is at the beginning of the trail head by the kiosk with your rear wheel on the wooden railroad tie. Start your timer as you leave. The smooth trail is wide and has an uphill grade providing the beginner to pro an opportunity to gain fitness and skill increases. The end point 2 miles away is at the top of the grade at the paved road. As soon as your front tire touches the pave stop your time. Your done. Record your time turn around and enjoy the hard earned ride back downhill to the start. Repeat as necessary and follow your progress.
Good Luck!
2/19/09 The MTB Time Trial mini training series is an unofficial fun event to provide a standard for personal strength and increased time improvement involves riding Mt Bikes on the Back Mt Rail Trail located in Luzerne, Pa.
Description; Starting spot is at the beginning of the trail head by the kiosk with your rear wheel on the wooden railroad tie. Start your timer as you leave. The smooth trail is wide and has an uphill grade providing the beginner to pro an opportunity to gain fitness and skill increases. The end point 2 miles away is at the top of the grade at the paved road. As soon as your front tire touches the pave stop your time. Your done. Record your time turn around and enjoy the hard earned ride back downhill to the start. Repeat as necessary and follow your progress.
Good Luck!
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