Friday, February 19, 2010

2-19-10 Ride

Ride from work with John and Dave on a Raleigh Gran Sport borrowed from David Thompson. The bike is heavier and softer in its ride than my broken Univega. Shortly into the ride, I had to adjust the seat down, since I think it had been set up for Danny. The brake lever shifters are a nice change. I didn't feel super comfortable on the bike during the ride, but that's to be expected. We headed out Via del Campo to RB Rd and over to Camino del Sur, which we took to the bike trail. Down to El Camino Real, and over to San Dieguito Rd, which we took back up to Camino del Sur. On that climb, I felt like I was working harder, and going slower, than normal. Dave's knee started acting up, so he was slowed down from here to the end of the ride. Headed back via Camino del Norte to Bernardo Center Dr to West Bernardo Dr.

Average speed = 17.8 mph. Total mileage = 31.9 mi.
Average heartrate = 148 bpm (for latter 3/4 of ride, with stops)
Total elevation gain = 1150'
http://www.mapmyride.com/route/us/ca/san%20diego/987126671451580796