Ride Hard, Ride Fast!!!

This week has been hotter than usual.  As a matter of fact, it’s been the hottest days of this year’s summer.  I tried to get a few rides in during the week however I was unsuccesful.  I was only able to actually ride once.

Fortunately this past weekend was a good one.  On Saturday, RL & I joined the Intense Cycles crew and shuttled up the Old Troy Lee trail in Corona, CA.  We had two truck load of bikes, approximately fifteen guys.  The video I took was rather long, so I was not able to post on YouTube just yet.  It’s still in the works and should be completed this weekend.

On Sunday I headed to Aliso Wood with my son, Jared, bro-in-law Cons, co-worker Gabe and RL & Prisilla.  We had a totally relaxing ride, no pressure… just cruising along enjoying the trail.  This is the first time I have ridden with my son since he was 10 yrs old.  Now 20, I’m hoping he will enjoy mountain biking and spend time with me on the trails.

We started at the base of Cholla, climbed to the top, then descended down Rock-It.  From there we headed to Dripping Cave, via Coyote Trail.

Below is a video of our ride:

Since my new employment is located in South Orange County, Santiago Oaks would be the most accessible trail on my way home.  I’ve been frequenting this trail at least twice a week.  A total work out where you get to climb the Three Bitches (3Bs) then jam down Chutes, a super fun descent! 

Below are a couple of videos taken within the last month.  On first one, the camera was mounted on my seatpost, facing the rear.  A different look where you actually see the elevetaion change on the trail.  I actually like this view…different from what you usually see.  The second is a front view through a chest strap.  The camera is the GoPro Wide.

It’s been awhile since I’ve updated this blog site.  With unemployment, it was hard to focus.  Riding  remained steady…  I rode regularly and raced several times.

Now back in the workforce since June, I want to get back to the swing of things.  Maintain this blog with regular updates of my passion - mountain biking.

In the meantime, below is a video from my last race (while unemployed).  Rather than re-writing my Race Report, you can read it in this link: http://www.mtnbikeriders.com/2009/06/02/woodward-west-joes-race-report/