My First Nice Bike Ride
August 28, 2008 – 12:08 pm | by jaygaulardcom
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Yesterday, I decided to start riding my mountain bike in the morning, when it’s cooler outside.
I think we were going for a walk when I came up with that idea. You know, as I was out and about…I always get good ideas. When morning rolled around and I was drinking my coffee, let’s just say I was less enthusiastic.
Even thought I was still groggy, I stuck to my word. I got on the bike and started to ride. For any of you out there who have ridden a bicycle for any amount of distance, I am sure you will agree with me when I say it is great exercise. I already knew that, but was reminded of it as I was struggling to get up the first hill. For those who know what “Brewster Hill” looks like, this hill reminds me of that one. It’s not nearly as bad here, but when I was on the bike, it sure felt it.
I had planned on doing the 3.7 mile ride, but when I got to the end of the road, I decided to make a left and do the 5 mile one. I am glad I did, because I keep talking about doing it. There are tons of downhills and uphills. The uphills are much less fun, but my legs got a great workout.
This area is really great for recreation. I am very pleased that people take it so seriously around here. On the last part of the ride today, I had to go through the woods. That was fun because I got to “get some air” off a few rocks. You know what that means, I think I might need to get a helmet.
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Tags: bicycle, bike ride, Brewster, exercise, helmet, hills, mountain, mountain bike, nice bike, rocks, woods, workout
3 Responses to “My First Nice Bike Ride”
By Paul on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Pictures! Where are the pictures of you on this mountain bike?
By jaygaulardcom on Aug 28, 2008 | Reply
Oh, you just want to see my legs.
By Steph on Sep 3, 2008 | Reply
I hope you wore a helmet, knee and elbow pads.