How many times can I say how much I enjoy being apart of the cycling/triathlon community here in the Columbia/Lexington area. Today, we completed the 66-miles around Lake Murray. This is an annual event that commences at the lake of some local cyclists who open their home, lakefront and grill to all of us in the area. We get to bike, socialize, eat, swim, and just enjoy one another all in one day.
The ride is a very unique ride, I think, in that you get a little bit of everything as far as terrain. It is also much more scenic than a lot of the rides we consistently do in the area. The first 17-miles are rolling hills with some fairly challenging climbs. It takes us across the lake several times and out into the country and back in through towns like Chapin. I decided today that I was going to chase the lead pack for as long as I could. Rick and I stuck with them for quite some time but eventually decided to stop at his house to let several of our cycling buddies catch up right before making our only SAG stop. I felt very strong today for about 90% of the ride. Average speed was 18.1mph despite letting the lead pack go to stay back with some other riders. (Have I mentioned I L-O-V-E cycling???).
Following the ride, everyone stuck around for a picnic and swim at the lake. This was a great opportunity to meet some new cyclists and catch up with some old ones. I can't say enough how nice everyone was. All in all, I would give today a 10 out of 10. GREAT DAY!
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