Back from Europe

Well, I just returned from Europe this past Saturday evening. It was an interesting trip and it was good to meet many people face to face that I had previously only shared emails with. Unfortunately, there was no training to be had. The best I could manage was a few strolls around town in Limberg Germany. Not exactly a bike ride, but some of the hills are a steep walk. It was, however, very beautiful country.

This week, my son Dallas arrives for his summer visit. Unfortunately, it will only be for about two weeks, but it will be good to spend some time. Maybe I can get him to accompany me on a ride. The only downside is that he will probably out ride me even though he has done no training. But, as a wise man once said, youth is wasted on the young (or something like that...)

Anyway, the next week or two will probably be hit or miss on the training in order to spend some time with my son. After that, the regular training will need to kick in. I think after my son returns, I have about 14 weeks. End result, I've got to get training AND fund raising!

Off to Europe

Well, this week I am in Europe, so training will definitely be an after thought. I have been pretty regular over recent weeks, so hopefully, a week off will not be too bad. I imagine it will be more psychological than physical. I have also found the information from my new bike computer to be very informative. It is early yet, but I do hope to find that sliver of data that may show some improvement soon!

Today, I am in Northampton UK and will travel to Diez Germany on Wednesday. We are proposing some system changes in the company I work for and I am visiting our two locations in those countries. So far, UK has been very interesting and I am adjusting to the whole right side drive cars and driving on the left side of the road. I arrived on Sunday afternoon and things were pretty quiet. So, other than car travel in general, nothing of note.... yet, but I'll keep you posted!