Clyde and Athena Spring 2008 Goals
11-19-07, 11:48 AM
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Clyde and Athena Spring 2008 Goals
This was a good idea, so let's start a new one
I'd like to propose a challenge to the Clydes & Athenas!
A) If you haven't done a metric century yet....by May 30th, 2008, have a 62 mile ride under your belt
B) If you've done the metric, then by the same date, have a century under the belt.
C) If you've already done a century, do a double metric century.
D) If you've already done a double metric - double century.
E) If you're like Tom - triple century
Rules of the challenge:
1: You can use SAG support
2: Pictures are a must!
3: Post your route, using either Gmaps Pedometer or Google Earth map image with waypoints posted.
4: Must complete this in a 24 hr period
5: Post your intent on the Clyde forum, listing date and planned begin/end points so we can wish you well!
6: Post ride report is a must, whether you finish it or not! No shame if ya don't finish, it's far better to try and learn from a DNF than to never try at all. The victory though is truly sweet!
7: Helmet required (Safety!)
Also feel free to note goals by the next date: November 30th 2008!
I'd like to propose a challenge to the Clydes & Athenas!
A) If you haven't done a metric century yet....by May 30th, 2008, have a 62 mile ride under your belt
B) If you've done the metric, then by the same date, have a century under the belt.
C) If you've already done a century, do a double metric century.
D) If you've already done a double metric - double century.
E) If you're like Tom - triple century
Rules of the challenge:
1: You can use SAG support
2: Pictures are a must!
3: Post your route, using either Gmaps Pedometer or Google Earth map image with waypoints posted.
4: Must complete this in a 24 hr period
5: Post your intent on the Clyde forum, listing date and planned begin/end points so we can wish you well!
6: Post ride report is a must, whether you finish it or not! No shame if ya don't finish, it's far better to try and learn from a DNF than to never try at all. The victory though is truly sweet!
7: Helmet required (Safety!)
Also feel free to note goals by the next date: November 30th 2008!
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11-19-07, 11:53 AM
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I'd like to have completed 2 Centuries by the time Spring 2008 rolls around. If my wheel situation works itself out I'll be golden 
One of these rides I'd love to be up to Bear Mountain...but I'm not sure how possible that will be.
Not to bump the old thread but I got up to a little over 100 miles on that ride out to Montauk, got SAGed when I helped a few people with stuff. I did feel great by the end though, the only part stopping me now are the wheels.
By November 2008 I want to have a sub 6 hour Century under my belt and at least one trip up to Bear Mountain, more likely 2.
One of these rides I'd love to be up to Bear Mountain...but I'm not sure how possible that will be.
Not to bump the old thread but I got up to a little over 100 miles on that ride out to Montauk, got SAGed when I helped a few people with stuff. I did feel great by the end though, the only part stopping me now are the wheels.
By November 2008 I want to have a sub 6 hour Century under my belt and at least one trip up to Bear Mountain, more likely 2.
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11-19-07, 12:21 PM
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I'm in... although I have not yet done a metric... I should have that done by this year's end... so I'll pick Century by May 30th...
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I did my first metric and imperial century this year. So I guess that leaves a double metric by 5/31/08. As long as I keep wearing the trainer out this winter that sound doable.
Also, by the end of next year I would like to do at least two other century rides with at least one of them being sub 6 hours. Plus I'd like to do the MS150 Jack & Back ride next year.
Also, at least 3000 miles next year.
Oh, I almost forgot. I'd like to do my first triathalon this summer. It will be a short one. I just want to finish it (I suck at swimming)
Also, by the end of next year I would like to do at least two other century rides with at least one of them being sub 6 hours. Plus I'd like to do the MS150 Jack & Back ride next year.
Also, at least 3000 miles next year.
Oh, I almost forgot. I'd like to do my first triathalon this summer. It will be a short one. I just want to finish it (I suck at swimming)
11-19-07, 02:23 PM
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A) If you haven't done a metric century yet....by May 30th, 2008, have a 62 mile ride under your belt
Have done many... just did one yesterday (Actually 72 miles)
B) If you've done the metric, then by the same date, have a century under the belt.
Ditto - many - last one, however was a year ago.
Same answer for the next three... no, don't wanna! Have done enough centuries to know that distance is good enough for me! I did, about 15 years ago, ride 133 miles in one day. I was in fairly good shape and the ride was easy but that was 15 years ago and I was obviously much younger. My goal for next year, is to get back into decent shape, lose the weight I gained this year (about 15 lbs) and enjoy riding. Training days are over!
C) If you've already done a century, do a double metric century.
D) If you've already done a double metric - double century.
E) If you're like Tom - triple century
Have done many... just did one yesterday (Actually 72 miles)
B) If you've done the metric, then by the same date, have a century under the belt.
Ditto - many - last one, however was a year ago.
Same answer for the next three... no, don't wanna! Have done enough centuries to know that distance is good enough for me! I did, about 15 years ago, ride 133 miles in one day. I was in fairly good shape and the ride was easy but that was 15 years ago and I was obviously much younger. My goal for next year, is to get back into decent shape, lose the weight I gained this year (about 15 lbs) and enjoy riding. Training days are over!
C) If you've already done a century, do a double metric century.
D) If you've already done a double metric - double century.
E) If you're like Tom - triple century
11-19-07, 02:37 PM
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I doubt if I will complete it that early in the year, but I'll set the goal...
I did a metric about 18 months ago, but didn't ride much at all this year, so I will target a metric by May 30th.
I did a metric about 18 months ago, but didn't ride much at all this year, so I will target a metric by May 30th.
11-19-07, 09:38 PM
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Hmm, my goal for this year in general is to complete a mini triathlon in
August
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I'm at the double century level. Will be done by May 30th!
11-19-07, 11:18 PM
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My goal for the spring is a cross state ride. Pretty much a credit card tour. I have one other coworker willing to suffer as well. I mapped it out last fall. We are planning on doing it over 3-4 days not 24 hrs. Its ~280 miles. Were not exactly sure when just yet, but I will say before June. Can I still play?
Here is the route.
https://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united...ille/719276415
https://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united...ille/719313474
https://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united...ille/719328170
Here is the route.
https://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united...ille/719276415
https://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united...ille/719313474
https://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united...ille/719328170
11-19-07, 11:48 PM
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OK I'm in. This year I did my first two solo centuries, both in June, then a double century in July. So anything's possible, just don't think I can squeeze in a 300 mile effort. For me that would definately involve lights.
2008 Goals:
1. Complete a double metric by May 30.
2. Improve time on July double century (STP) to 13 hours total time, sub 11 hours saddle time.
3. Ride RAMROD - 120 miles with 10,000 feet elevation (dependent on lottery issued ride slots, however).
4. 5,000 miles by 12/31/08.
5. Keep weight down to 215/220.
(Boy, I'm gonna need some new wheels and a better saddle.
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2008 Goals:
1. Complete a double metric by May 30.
2. Improve time on July double century (STP) to 13 hours total time, sub 11 hours saddle time.
3. Ride RAMROD - 120 miles with 10,000 feet elevation (dependent on lottery issued ride slots, however).
4. 5,000 miles by 12/31/08.
5. Keep weight down to 215/220.
(Boy, I'm gonna need some new wheels and a better saddle.
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11-20-07, 08:39 AM
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This was a good idea, so let's start a new one
I'd like to propose a challenge to the Clydes & Athenas!
A) If you haven't done a metric century yet....by May 30th, 2008, have a 62 mile ride under your belt
B) If you've done the metric, then by the same date, have a century under the belt.
C) If you've already done a century, do a double metric century.
D) If you've already done a double metric - double century.
E) If you're like Tom - triple century
Rules of the challenge:
1: You can use SAG support
2: Pictures are a must!
3: Post your route, using either Gmaps Pedometer or Google Earth map image with waypoints posted.
4: Must complete this in a 24 hr period
5: Post your intent on the Clyde forum, listing date and planned begin/end points so we can wish you well!
6: Post ride report is a must, whether you finish it or not! No shame if ya don't finish, it's far better to try and learn from a DNF than to never try at all. The victory though is truly sweet!
7: Helmet required (Safety!)
Also feel free to note goals by the next date: November 30th 2008!
I'd like to propose a challenge to the Clydes & Athenas!
A) If you haven't done a metric century yet....by May 30th, 2008, have a 62 mile ride under your belt
B) If you've done the metric, then by the same date, have a century under the belt.
C) If you've already done a century, do a double metric century.
D) If you've already done a double metric - double century.
E) If you're like Tom - triple century
Rules of the challenge:
1: You can use SAG support
2: Pictures are a must!
3: Post your route, using either Gmaps Pedometer or Google Earth map image with waypoints posted.
4: Must complete this in a 24 hr period
5: Post your intent on the Clyde forum, listing date and planned begin/end points so we can wish you well!
6: Post ride report is a must, whether you finish it or not! No shame if ya don't finish, it's far better to try and learn from a DNF than to never try at all. The victory though is truly sweet!
7: Helmet required (Safety!)
Also feel free to note goals by the next date: November 30th 2008!
(June 18th), considering that the season doesn't often start until mid April, I will to hold my original schedule, first 100km week by May 24th, first 100km day by June 18th.....
11-20-07, 08:56 AM
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1) ride around Mille Lacs (75 miles)
2) Ride that pretty Kansas trail (forgot how many miles it is)
3) Go to San Francisco to visit my sister and her family and walk my bike up the hills as little as possible.
4) Possibly Ragbrai
2) Ride that pretty Kansas trail (forgot how many miles it is)
3) Go to San Francisco to visit my sister and her family and walk my bike up the hills as little as possible.
4) Possibly Ragbrai
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Lets see, here are my 08 plans.
April-sprint distace duathlon
May- century ride
June- sprint distance triathlon
July- RAGBRAI BABY!
August- Another long ride, maybe a 200K
September- 5/33/5k Duathlon
And of course ride around Mille Lacs with Solveg!!!
April-sprint distace duathlon
May- century ride
June- sprint distance triathlon
July- RAGBRAI BABY!
August- Another long ride, maybe a 200K
September- 5/33/5k Duathlon
And of course ride around Mille Lacs with Solveg!!!
11-20-07, 10:43 AM
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1) Complete the UMCA Year-Rounder challenge (Jan 2008 through Dec 2008)
2) 5000 miles (Dec 2008)
3) Double metric (NLT May 2008)
4) Back to back centuries (S-t-P)
5) Hit target weight of 215-220 pounds (NLT June 2008)
2) 5000 miles (Dec 2008)
3) Double metric (NLT May 2008)
4) Back to back centuries (S-t-P)
5) Hit target weight of 215-220 pounds (NLT June 2008)
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Ok, I've done "A"-"C" too many times to count, "D" 22 times and "E" 3 times (E is just a long day 21 hours). So what kind of crazy thing would "F" be?
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11-20-07, 11:47 PM
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My goals next year are really ride anywhere and everywhere! Improve my climbing and all out speed.
I've done and finished 2 imperial Centuries, dropped 2 one at 75miles the other at a Hilly 50.
I would like to attempt a Double later next year.
I've done and finished 2 imperial Centuries, dropped 2 one at 75miles the other at a Hilly 50.
I would like to attempt a Double later next year.
11-21-07, 07:55 AM
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Goals
I am planning the following for 2008!
Tour de Cure in TN - 150 miles and Mont Eagle! Huge Hill that doesnt quit - 2 day event
My first century by Memorial Day
Hot 100 in TN - 60 miles
Two county metric
My second century by Labor Day
Jack & Back - Ride for MS - 150 miles - 2 day event
Bike Ride Across TN (BRAT) - week long event
Ride with my Clyde brothers somewhere????
I really want to smoke some young guys up a few hill too!!!! Its fun to hear them make excuses! (I'm 52)
I am hoping that I can ride about 3000 miles. I guess I will end up with around 1800 miles this year.
Tour de Cure in TN - 150 miles and Mont Eagle! Huge Hill that doesnt quit - 2 day event
My first century by Memorial Day
Hot 100 in TN - 60 miles
Two county metric
My second century by Labor Day
Jack & Back - Ride for MS - 150 miles - 2 day event
Bike Ride Across TN (BRAT) - week long event
Ride with my Clyde brothers somewhere????
I really want to smoke some young guys up a few hill too!!!! Its fun to hear them make excuses! (I'm 52)
I am hoping that I can ride about 3000 miles. I guess I will end up with around 1800 miles this year.
11-21-07, 08:49 AM
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I am planning the following for 2008!
Tour de Cure in TN - 150 miles and Mont Eagle! Huge Hill that doesnt quit - 2 day event
My first century by Memorial Day
Hot 100 in TN - 60 miles
Two county metric
My second century by Labor Day
Jack & Back - Ride for MS - 150 miles - 2 day event
Bike Ride Across TN (BRAT) - week long event
Ride with my Clyde brothers somewhere????
I really want to smoke some young guys up a few hill too!!!! Its fun to hear them make excuses! (I'm 52)
I am hoping that I can ride about 3000 miles. I guess I will end up with around 1800 miles this year.
Tour de Cure in TN - 150 miles and Mont Eagle! Huge Hill that doesnt quit - 2 day event
My first century by Memorial Day
Hot 100 in TN - 60 miles
Two county metric
My second century by Labor Day
Jack & Back - Ride for MS - 150 miles - 2 day event
Bike Ride Across TN (BRAT) - week long event
Ride with my Clyde brothers somewhere????
I really want to smoke some young guys up a few hill too!!!! Its fun to hear them make excuses! (I'm 52)
I am hoping that I can ride about 3000 miles. I guess I will end up with around 1800 miles this year.
. If not this fall/winter, then definitely next spring. I will look forward to you smoking me up a couple hills since I'm a youngster (44) . (makes mental note to work harder on the trainer to avoid getting smoked by old guy)
(whistles quitely & walks away)
11-21-07, 08:54 AM
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Century on the tandem before May 31, 2008
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2008 Goals:
-Start commuting earlier in the year (hate winters)
-Lose 25 lbs
-century completed before June 1st
-more group rides
-RAGBRAI!!!!! (anyone register yet? PM me!! really want to go!)
-Start commuting earlier in the year (hate winters)
-Lose 25 lbs
-century completed before June 1st
-more group rides
-RAGBRAI!!!!! (anyone register yet? PM me!! really want to go!)
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I really haven't thought about 2008 yet, other than:
1) Commute more. I'm trying to ride in bad weather/winter, so far it's not working (har)
2) Bag Mt Evans
3) a solo imperial century by May 30
4) at least two 3-day weekend credit card tours
1) Commute more. I'm trying to ride in bad weather/winter, so far it's not working (har)
2) Bag Mt Evans
3) a solo imperial century by May 30
4) at least two 3-day weekend credit card tours