I rode on New Years eve with the some of the dudes from the team. We got back to Stells around 1:00 pm. Seriously 1:00 in the afternoon. Funny thing nobody ever noticed what time it was or that we had been on the bike for around 5 hours. No one had to be anywhere and nobody really seemed to be missed.
Have you ever been asked the question when will you be back from the ride. Or how long will the ride be today. Is there really an answer to that question. Yes, yes there is. 8 hours. see 8 hours is a nice safe number. you will always be able to return in less than 8 hours and everyone should be happy. The airlines could really benefit from this application. how long is the flight form Ontario to Dallas ? 22 hours. See how this works. Remember last year the State of California took 2 months to issue tax refunds. I was the consultant on that one. Bastards still haven't paid me.
Back to the New Years eve ride. Funny thing happens after 5 hours on the bike with the guys. The chit chat. The conversations. They can really range depending on who you riding next to. I always feel obliged to adjust the talk to my partner. do you do this. Do you dread that pull over to river city next to Chopper. What will he say. what will come out of his mouth. Does he ever shut up !
Last week some guy was telling me a story about how he was awaken last night from a dead sleep when he heard his genitals having a conversation. What ? Is that true.
Anyhow, I hope your New Year is filled with many 8 hour rides and you all continue to enjoy the stories and jokes that fill the gaps out there between the climbs and sprints. Happy New Year.
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