Mellow Velo

Weightless Expectations

Posted on29. Jul, 2010 by KFullerF4.

The shattering of expectations can be unsettling, such as yesterday when the Mr. and I hiked up South Table Mountain, one of the most prominent geographical features in Golden. I fully expected to be fit enough to saunter up with no problem, but weakness flooded my limbs and my red blood cells screamed for oxygen.

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They must know something I don’t

Posted on28. Jul, 2010 by KFullerF4.

Here’s to “the Golden years”
Since moving to Colorado a mere 11 days ago, things have taken a turn and my bicycle legitimacy has recieved a massive boost. The bar for my output has also been significantly upped as I suddenly find myself in a world I thought would be out of reach for several years.
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First mountain bike ride: Colorado

Posted on25. Jul, 2010 by KFullerF4.

They’re complaining about the heat, these poor, thick-skinned Coloradans. Meanwhile, I am basking in the sweet joy of sub-90-degree days that are as dry and complex as a fine Pinot Noir. It also means I am not preparing for winter by storing up fat. The weather has drawn the Mr. and I away from unpacking [...]

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First road ride: Colorado

Posted on23. Jul, 2010 by KFullerF4.

Rain showers and heavy legs

The storm hit us halfway through the return trip. Icy drops shocked my arms and my expectation that summer rain ought to be warm. The feeling of cold against my skin when my Texan-brain was telling me I should be hot was exhilarating, and as the water soaked through my [...]

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