And you thought the LOTOJA was tough..... Some of the Parleys Canyon Riders took to the mountains today and I think you'll agree, mountain biking is NOT for SISSIES. With a rainstorm the night before, the course was a little muddy to begin with, but that didn't stop these riders......
What happened to Cory? I'm tired of doing all the work!
Riding with your buddies is the BEST!
How long can you balance without falling over?
Base Camp, KEY to good food, resting, recovery from injuries, and lots of laughter!
I'm SOOO TIRED!
"Now, when you get to the top, make sure not to fall because it really hurts"
"Tara, I should have listened to you.......... :-("
This is such a COOL bike rack.....
Carvings in the side of the mountain from ancient bikers.......
The BIG event is finally here. Did we do enough training? Did we bring the right food? Will our bodies and equipment withstand the day, the hills, the heat, the road? A lot of unknowns, but one thing we know for sure........ LET THE RIDE BEGIN! YIPPY SKIPPY
I'm so excited to use my Bento Box for the 1st time
Eating the right food, with the right people is key for a strong LOTOJA!
Don't worry Jan, we will take good care of Val..
We love our support crew!
YEA BABY!
I'm healed! No problem raising my hands after a broken collar bone 3 weeks ago
Jodi and her MEN!
Time to get to bed and try and sleep for an early morning start
The FUN GROUP had to be at the starting line at 5:30am to get a spot in the 1st group of riders leaving at 5:45am. Boy are we EXCITED! It was an amazing thing to see, hundreds of bikers riding in the dark with their headlights and flashing red taillights.
Anyone seen the B- team yet? We have been chasing them for a LONG time...
You'll never catch us....(not) we're at the Snake River Canyon.. YEA!
As individuals, we looked ok..............
.........but we couldn't have done it without our better halves!
Best dressed couple.... who are these movie stars?
WE MADE IT!
TARA, WHERE ARE YOU?
President, Dr. J, we felt your influence, friendshp & POWER the whole day.... LOVE YA MAN!
I didn't realize how exhausting it is to be apart of a support crew!!!
Hey Cory, where did you say to turn left?
YES, we are kinda proud of our medals and our WOMEN!
Post ride breakfast.... Yes, we are ALL VERY HUNGRY!
B- Team, ROCKS!
Fellow Rocket Heads and other Parleys Canyon Riders.... I hope you have enjoyed this trip to LOTOJA as much as I have. WOW, what an EPIC event. Thanks for putting up with me. I'm eager to continue the ride of life with all of you, no matter where the road takes us......... YIPPY SKIPPY!
