We had members along each of the 3 routes (approx 20, 40 and 63 miles) and all finished with smiles on their faces. For some it was the longest ride of the year as they work towards being able to complete the BikeMS distances.

As far as I heard, there were no mechanical issues, crashes or muscle issues other than general “soreness”.

All of us were sporting either an IC3 jersey or the new team jersey for the BikeMS event, featuring I am Second, Power 89.7 FM and Interstate Batteries.

This 63 mile route is a good one, with good old-fashioned Texas chip seal roads, a few smooth spots, some very challenging hills and a coupe of screaming descents. With only one exception, the course is well marked and marshaled. Email sent to the organizer on the exception. Great rest stops with friendly people.

I’m looking forward to this ride next year, as are many of our riders. Well done and kudos to Greater Dallas Bicyclists.

Team IC3-I am Second riders before the ride

3408 W. Lawther in Dallas….plug that into Google Maps and it will put you in exactly the right parking lot.

Look for my green Ford Ranger. Prayer and wheels down at 9:30. If you are late, ride the lake counter-clockwise until you see me/us.

Kevin

All told, we had 16 riders from 8 years old to 57, making up three different groups of skill levels.  8 of them are junior riders.  2 of them are youth ministers.  We even had a dad sporting a new bike and helmet out for a spring break ride with his family!

Some riders did 1 lap, some as many as 4.  Some of the faster juniors were doing 30 second intervals of hard effort to prep for track racing season at the Superdrome.

This ride couldn’t have been more diverse if we tried…but it worked out really well for everyone involved.

Hope to see you on the next one!

Kevin

Map:

Texas Motor Speedway

5 miles, do as many or as few laps as you like, any speed.  This is a good way to push yourself beyond your comfort zone, since you are never more than 2.5 miles away from your car.

If its raining, or below 40 degrees, I will not be there…but you can feel free to go on out!

This is open to anyone…BikeMS teams, casual riders, recumbents, tandems, whatever.  Minors should be accompanied by an adult of course.

Thanks,

Kevin

BikeMS team IC3 – I am Second

This is not the exact final design, but we don’t expect any major changes.

You can send a check to Kevin or PayPal it from our website.  $43 each.

Friday, Feb 5, 12:00. Laps at White Rock lake at the boathouse.  Do as many 9.3 mile laps as you like, at any pace.

Saturday group rides:
Richardson Bike Mart in Richardson, 9am, pick your distance and speed:
Rides: Look at the Richardson store option
Location: Richardson

If you are new to group riding, please tell the ride leader.  They are happy to help you.

Sunday, 2pm:
Texas Motor Speedway (laps), wheels down at 2:15
Meet here

Coach Kevin Hill will be at all of these rides, unless something bad happens (rain, too cold, etc.).  If you need some pointers on group riding, tips on preparation, etc.  just ask!  Other IC3-I am Second members may be at any or all of these as well.  Open to all, no charge feel free to donate to the team if you like…link above).  Look for Kevin in a green Ford Ranger with  matching camper shell, www.ChristianCycling.com on the tailgate.

Thanks!

On very short notice, cyclists from 8 years old to 70 came out to White Rock lake to get in a few laps of training in the sun.

Our youngest and oldest riders each did one full lap (9.3 miles), others did two mid-pace and a couple of hotshots did a full-on race-pace lap in under 28 minutes.

The wind was a bit of a challenge, but everyone seemed to have a good time.

Keep an eye out here, twitter and Facebook for more “impromptu” rides!