Wheels of Happiness
Rizal Philippines May 16, 2015
As we prepare for the Sagada ride, we need to hone up our hill climbing skills.
Last Tuesday, after missing a ride the entire week, I rode to Morong (up to the market only) and did a hill climb via the diversion in Cardona. This was the third climb in a month and as it was still early and cool, the climb was not very difficult. I did the climb in 34 x 23 with still plenty to spare.
Earlier at Callahan, on the way to Morong I overtook a 26 wheeler lorry, chugging up the hill. I stood up and attacked. The lorry overtook me at Morong all ready.
Last Thursday, I climbed Antipolo. Going up Tower Hills and until fibertex, I climbed 53 x 23, and occasionally 53 x 25.
I dropped to 34 at Beverly but 34 x 19
Over all, I could see over all improvement in my ride.
At Antipolo church, a 60 year old guy who rode an MC inquired about my age, and when I replied I am almost 64 (by June) he was quite surprised. He too rides the MTB to maintain good health
This is a site for road biking with occasional mentions of mountain bikes (MTBs) Also covers bike repairs, bike selections,tips, climbing, sprints, conditioning; Other topics include bikeconomics, biketours, travel destinations, road and biking safety, exercise, health, cross training, pit stops, long rides, restos and views along the bike routes, Bisikleta Iglesia
Saturday, May 16, 2015
Hill Climbs this week
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