Dave & Maxine's Bicycle Trek for Life & Breath 2005

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February 01, 2005

Training (for the weather?)

Although we have a wonderful mental picture of cycling everyday in glorious sunshine, the reality is that "sometimes" it may rain! So, I guess with only three months to go, we had soon better start some training - even if the weather is unkind!

The weather seemed to be OK, so I set off south along the Island Highway and although a bit cold, I decided to put on a brave face and wear my shorts. The weather changed within 10 minutes, and I was soon pedaling in a downpour! Well, I figured this is probably pretty close to what we can expect across Newfoundland in early May, so I had better just get used to it.

A couple of hours later, a bit saddle sore, and with soaking wet feet, I arrived home - only to discover that all the fine grit spread over the roads during the last snowstorm gets caught up in the spray created by the bike tires, and was all over both me and my bike! Hosing oneself down in the garden in February is not a pleasant way to finish a bike ride! Ah well - if the campsites on our route have only cold showers available, I will be ready for them!

Posted by Dave at February 1, 2005 05:35 PM

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An unsupported ride across Canada! WOW! That is very ambitious! I rode across the US with the American Lung Association last summer and along the way we met a few cyclists traveling from East to West with panniers. You can do it. I think the best advice is “Less Is More”. Good luck I’ll visit this BLOG and check on you all this next summer.

Posted by: Zach at February 2, 2005 09:23 AM

I wouldn't let the rain bother you too much. I pedaled 10,982 miles through 48 states and just traveled with the weather. If it was gonna rain all day I'd usually take the day off. This averaged to about 1 day off every 10 days or so, which worked out well to rest and recoup. Also, I wouldn't recommend you go hog wild with the training. 10 hours a week I would think would be adequate. You can work up to that as the weather gets better.

Best of luck! I look forward to watching your journey! No value can be placed on the purpose of your journey, nor the memories you will have afterwards!

Posted by: Rich Suleski at February 3, 2005 09:13 AM

I found an excellent site for checking out weather averages for your ride: http://www.climate.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/climate_normals/index_e.html There's TONS of data for pretty much every city in Canada. Might help you decide on clothing and camping gear and such !

Looking forward to looking out for you on the Prairies in the summer !!

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February 01, 2005

Training (for the weather?)

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