After not spending a lot of time on the bike this week, I was in need to relieve some stress on Wednesday night. On the drive home, there was a break in the weather so I got on the bike and headed to the hills. It was up Springbrook and up to Gibb Cementary, back down and out North Valley to Tangen. On the way around Newberg, I decided to hit Coral Creek. I just needed another hill to complete the ride. I've described Coral Creek before - it is a 5-6% hill at almost 2 miles - a good training hill. I headed up it with no intent on pushing, just trying to stay on top of the gear. Near the top, I looked down and noticed that I was on pace to match my best time of 9 minutes. At the top, 9 minutes but with so much less effort. I was amazed. Why you might ask? I think it is the changes to the bike as well as the increased miles.
I just love to ride my bike.
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