Today's route covered 31 miles and was notable for the elevation gained (and lost). Not as many miles pedaled on the flat as the more routine routes. Most of the mileage was put into the legs either climbing or descending. Typical of the typography of the Palouse, a lot of undulating terrain was encountered too but today the legs put in a number of miles on long and sometimes steep climbs. Having a GoPro camera mounted onto the handlebars tends to flatten the actual gradients as seen even from head height. The photos fail to provide an accurate impression of the ascent. That is ok. My legs know the difference.
Below are a few photos from today's workout:
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| One mile into a three mile climb |
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| Still climbing |
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| Still climbing |
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| Still climbing |
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| Up on top of the plateau |
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| Another climb |
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| This time, steep... |
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| and twisting |
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| Final push to the top |
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| and a return home |
Looks like wonderful cycling weather, we had what looks like our last day of sun yesterday so from now on it will be winter clothing or Zwift 🙂🚴🏻♂️ I am keener than ever so determined to keep up the miles through the winter.
ReplyDeleteYes, the weather was great. I do prefer a little hotter temperature, though, but should not complain.
DeleteThe last few days have been good for cycling outdoors and I got in a couple of satisfying rides over the weekend.
Keeping the mileage up through the winter is an admirable goal. I find keeping the legs moving and cardio fitness level high through the winter makes the first rides in the spring so much more pleasurable.
DeleteI have never tried Zwift. I should look into it.
Great looking ride Jonathan. The rain's already arrived here so I'll probably just go for a walk.
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed the photos. Good weather has returned here at least temporarily. Highs today are expected to reach 73F.
DeleteA three mile climb? I dream of finding a three mile climb. Climbs on this end of Ireland are steep but short, and the longest that I have at this end of the 'oiland' is one mile.
ReplyDeleteI sense a field trip in the offing...
Great pictures...and I feel your pain.
There are several solid climbs in the 5-7 mile range. I plan on tackling another long climb this afternoon while the weather remains compliant. Today's climb features some much steeper sections with ramps of 22 percent. It feels like climbing a wall!
DeleteI prefer the short, sharp climbs too but the long climbs are good to get into the legs.
Looks great! Fall temps are way better for cycling than mid summer. I don’t have the legs or lungs for those distances so I’ll live vicariously via your pictures.
ReplyDeletePeter, the 'legs and lungs' follow a monotonically increasing relationship to miles traveled!
DeleteGlad you enjoyed the photos.
I'm sweating for you just looking at the pics!
ReplyDeleteYou're funny, Fran!
DeleteLooks very peaceful.
ReplyDeleteIt was a tranquil ride.
DeleteThanks for taking us along (once again). I hope that my back has recovered sufficiently that I may be able to resume clambering up the 4,000 footers of the White Mountains next season: in which case, I shall return the favor with a report.
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome, Ed!
DeleteI hope your back recovers completely and that you will be climbing the White Mountains next year. When you do, please share photos.
What a great weather! It is already cold in Poland to ride a bike :(
ReplyDeleteAll ready too cold to ride? I cannot believe it!
DeleteIt does look like lovely weather, although the grass appears quite dry and looks as though it could do with a bit of rain.
ReplyDeleteHi Lawrence. Rain is infrequent during the summer here so much of the wild grasses turn brown. Much of the brown and golden stubbled fields are wheat and canola that have been harvested.
DeleteYou’re lucky it’s beginning to cool down a bit. Here the heat is still going strong - at the mo bright sunshine, 84F with 75% humidity to make it feel like 93. Not very cycle friendly!
ReplyDeleteNever tire of seeing that scenery btw.
Thanks, Mike! Glad you enjoy the scenery!
Delete84F with 75% humidity does not sound so pleasant for cycling. Here, the humidity is typically very low so cycling outside even in 90F is tolerable as long as one stays hydrated.
Nice looking scenery! Your approach to cycling seems to mirror your figure painting, regular and often!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Regular and often is key! My goal is to get on the bike everyday. I rarely take a day off from it.
DeleteLovely scenes and weather, Jonathan. Kinda wet here near the Sound - off and on.
ReplyDeleteHi Dean. It has been wet off-and-on on this side of the state too.
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