Thursday, May 21, 2009

Bike Geeks


Bicycling magazine held a contest to give away a new bicycle. To win, you had to send in a video groveling detailing why you deserved a new bike. The staff came up with the top 10 and the public gets to vote on who deserves the best bike. They video's are very creative, but this one was among the best.

He's not the one I voted for, though. I voted for this guy, because I have a soft spot for the back of the pack. Also cuz I love animation.

Last week I ran a whopping 5 miles, due to a combination of jet lag and allergies. The temperature was in the 90s and I went foolishly went out at 1:00. I was running in the country and passed a small herd of cattle, lying down in the shade. I questioned who was the smarter animal, but concluded that I still was because I'm smart enough to not be eaten. But it was a narrow margin. :-)

This week I'm doing better, with 21 miles in 3 days and I'll run tomorrow too. I feel horribly out of shape and am just trying to get a base going again before I start running long again. I had hopes of doing three 20 milers before the marathon, but I'll be lucky now if I get one in.

8 comments:

Marcia L said...

I loved the videos - esp the one you voted for! I miss you a TON, D! I just got caught up with your blogs over the past several months. It's so fun catching up with you via your blog.

Keep on runnin'!

Beth said...

Glad you made it home safely and running again. You'll feel like yourself again soon. Good luck!

Marlene said...

It's hard to get back into the groove after an extended vacation. Hang in there!

ShirleyPerly said...

Enjoyed those videos! I like that second one you voted for better too. Welcome home and be careful out in that heat.

Irene said...

Those were great!

You'll have your base re-established in no time!

Happy running!

Sunshine said...

Really glad you are smarter than the cows!!

Nat said...

I am trying to build a base again too. Not easy! Glad you are doing well in CA. Are you trying to get in to New York?

MNFirefly said...

Glad to see you back! Take it one day at a time. You know that you can do the 20 miler.