Monday, June 30, 2008
Historic trip
The Cape Cod Getaway 2008 is in the books and I'm so glad I made it. I'm sure there are things I could point out that were not ideal about the experience but right now I'm flying so high about this accomplishment that the little things are all in perspective. This wouldn't have happened without those that made this goal attainable for me. Thank you to the wife and kids, the trainer, the riding partner(s) and my support system that donated*. Wachusett Brew Co. and all of the sponsors that gave me free stuff.
So what the hell did I do?
I'm glad you asked. I participated in a fundraiser for the National MS society. I rode 150+ miles from Quincy MA. out Cape Cod to Provincetown. We rode 75 miles on Sat and Sun. This cause hits close to home in a number of ways: Sister-in-law & Friend from college both have been diagnosed with MS and my sister specializes in the treatment of this debilitating disease. Those factors combined with my muscles that work and passion for cycling made this a no-brainer but still very scary stretch goal. *Visit my personal page for this event and make a donation. After having met so many affected from riders, volunteers and just those in need...I'll tell you this money goes to good use.
Any interesting anecdotes from this ride?
Again, I'm glad you asked and may I say your tone is pleasant and soothing. Most notably is that I had my first bike crash. I'm limping around right now but I'll live to ride again soon. The cool thing is that it doesn't hurt at all to ride but to walk to the bike is painful.
The next most memorable was the party boat from P-town back to Quincy. All of my tired cycling brethren & sister-en bonded over LOUD music and much frivolity.
*Did I mention that you can still donate and that I spilled blood on asphalt?
// posted by Bo @ 8:16 AM 
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