I really think that When you Put your bike on the Car to go on the ride you are signed up for that It some how offends the weather Gods! Not 2 minutes after the act it started to rain. I was still going as the Doppler showed just a small cell. Got to love the Internet!
When I arrived there was no one there. But after a few minutes Doug, Travis, and Shane arrived. But After 20 minutes none of the other riders had shown so I called Mr. A our ride leader and he had canceled the ride due to rain. Maybe this was a sacrifice to the Rain Gods as it stopped raining within minutes. The four of us headed up IAB and regrouped. Only having rode here 40 or so times I felt that maybe now I can lead the way. We started off with the Time Trail Course and All was well. The Trails were in great shape and the pace was fast. Travis then Led a few trails, Mystery, Oxbow, Schafer Both Ways and than Doug Led Some, Bear Claw Both ways, View Point, Bob's and We Did some others. We had a great time and missed all of the other Usual Tuesday night riders. Total Ride Time around 2 hours and Just under 11 miles. No rain the entire Ride and we only used our lights at the end of the ride. Missed you E... These rides aren't the same without you.

On a Side note. I picked up some new platforms to replace my Specialized Lo-Pro Mags on the Nomad. Thanks Downhill Zone for suggesting these awesome pedals, the Speedplay Drilliums. After tonights ride I was so Impressed. Super Stiff, Large Platform and Super GrippY. The Specialized Lo Pros will go back on the Stumpjumper for the GF as we just got here some riding gear so she can ride. She was a little spooked with clipless pedals.

I also Stopped by Fluid Bikes in Shoreline, Washington to check out there store. Zeb the owner was a great guy and the shop was geared to Freeride and Downhill. I picked up a new pair of 5.10 Impact Shoes to have a second pair on hand. These shoes rock for Platform pedals and with the new speedplay drilliums they are amazing!!!


Eric