Former member Posted August 6, 2014 Share #1 Posted August 6, 2014 I'm gonna go a little longer than I have been lately. The goal is at least 80 miles. They are predicting a nice day. Light winds and a high of 106. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtyhip Posted August 6, 2014 Share #2 Posted August 6, 2014 Very nice. Can't fit in that many miles today. I gotta bring home the bacon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted August 6, 2014 Share #3 Posted August 6, 2014 Can I tag along? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted August 6, 2014 Share #4 Posted August 6, 2014 106 degrees is the highest outdoor temperature I've ever experienced. It was in SoCal with low humidity and I was surprised that the "dry heat" thing is true - that 106 seemed to feel better than a humid 90. A dry 106, a humid 90 - doesn't exactly make me want to go riding either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted August 6, 2014 Share #5 Posted August 6, 2014 106 degrees is the highest outdoor temperature I've ever experienced. It was in SoCal with low humidity and I was surprised that the "dry heat" thing is true - that 106 seemed to feel better than a humid 90. A dry 106, a humid 90 - doesn't exactly make me want to go riding either way. Still much, much better than 45 and windy, IMO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtyhip Posted August 6, 2014 Share #6 Posted August 6, 2014 Still much, much better than 45 and windy, IMO. I would take a 45F with winds! Actually, I said the dreaded words last night "I want it to get cold enough to wear my balaclava. I want to fat bike in the snow." My husband said "Oh, screw you!" It's been hot and smoky. I am ready for a season change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted August 6, 2014 Share #7 Posted August 6, 2014 I will be planning a 90 mile ride at some point in August (the Ultra cycling year rounder challenge). Stay hydrated and be careful, Bosox (although he is likely on the road by now) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted August 6, 2014 Author Share #8 Posted August 6, 2014 I will be planning a 90 mile ride at some point in August (the Ultra cycling year rounder challenge). Stay hydrated and be careful, Bosox (although he is likely on the road by now)at Tatum and Dynamite now(55 miles) refueling. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parr8hed Posted August 6, 2014 Share #9 Posted August 6, 2014 at Tatum and Dynamite now(55 miles) refueling. Nice. Well over the halfway point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted August 6, 2014 Share #10 Posted August 6, 2014 Nice. Well over the halfway point. and either downhill or flat most of the rest of the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan ★ Posted August 6, 2014 Share #11 Posted August 6, 2014 How many miles? ...and how are you feeling afterward? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtyhip Posted August 6, 2014 Share #12 Posted August 6, 2014 How many miles? ...and how are you feeling afterward? He's still riding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan ★ Posted August 6, 2014 Share #13 Posted August 6, 2014 Those numbers in the corner are the time? Whoa... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted August 6, 2014 Author Share #14 Posted August 6, 2014 and either downhill or flat most of the rest of the wayyup, but right into the afternoon wind. It's only about 10-12mph, but from Cave Creek and Deer Valley I was heading right into the wind, and being forced to stop at every intersection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopped Liver Posted August 7, 2014 Share #15 Posted August 7, 2014 Still much, much better than 45 and windy, IMO. which in turn is better than 35 and sleet/rain. Took a week to feel my nose again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted August 7, 2014 Author Share #16 Posted August 7, 2014 http://connect.garmin.com/activity/558946481 I felt pretty good until the last 10 miles or so. At that point the sun & wind made my skin feel like I was laying under the broiler, and my whole body was gritty from salt build up. The climb up Carefree to the Bartlett Lake road was a bit tougher than in the past, but nothing brutal. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtyhip Posted August 7, 2014 Share #17 Posted August 7, 2014 the sun & wind made my skin feel like I was laying under the broiler Sounds terrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted August 7, 2014 Share #18 Posted August 7, 2014 Nice ride. That was a heck of a climb for living in a flat area. How do you feel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted August 7, 2014 Author Share #19 Posted August 7, 2014 Nice ride. That was a heck of a climb for living in a flat area. How do you feel? I love the climb, but it starts about 27 miles from where I live. I feel fine, but a little sunburned. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted August 7, 2014 Share #20 Posted August 7, 2014 I love the climb, but it starts about 27 miles from where I live. I feel fine, but a little sunburned. That is a good, long, climb. On July 28th I rode Cave Creek Rd to the end of the pavement (on the way to 7 Springs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted August 7, 2014 Author Share #21 Posted August 7, 2014 I lost 5.2lbs today during the ride, even though I drank 7 25oz bottles of water/sports drink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtyhip Posted August 7, 2014 Share #22 Posted August 7, 2014 Looks like a good ride. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted August 7, 2014 Share #23 Posted August 7, 2014 I lost 5.2lbs today during the ride, even though I drank 7 25oz bottles of water/sports drink. I dont doubt that. not one bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted August 7, 2014 Share #24 Posted August 7, 2014 I lost 5.2lbs today during the ride, even though I drank 7 25oz bottles of water/sports drink. So counting your fluid intake and loss that equates to approximately 2 gallons of sweat/urine. That's a lot of sweat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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