Tour De Farce?

It is a sad state when the tour top contenders all get dropped for use (or alleged use) of performance enhancing drugs. In what is undoubtedly one of the most grueling competitions in sport honest athletes now have to worry about defending their title in the court as well as the public eye. While I am excited to see Team Discovery move ahead, I wish it was not by default. Perhaps Le Tour should go back to it's humble beginnings... an organized pub crawl.

My 2¢

No Show Mojo

Any suggestions on a good taper workout schedule? I had a rest day Monday and was to train this morning but the alarm and wheels just flew off. I had signs of over-training Sunday and think my system wants the rest.

Any info would be appreciated.

As for equipment changes, since I have a warranty issue I think I might upgrade to a carbon Bontrager crank. Yummy.

Pedal and Paddle

Things I learned This Weekend

First, no matter how good the ride feels, it feels good to get off. Rode 23 Friday, 24 Saturday then 66 on Sunday. The long ride felt good, not as uncomfortable as last time. No hills, but I agree that they will be more mental then anything. Plus being a flat-lander I think there is benefit to constant cranking without a decent.

Still having a little trouble with the machine. I did learn that my derailleur has a "trim" setting that makes a short adjustment to eliminate chain slap. I also learned that they discontiued the system and if you don't downshift precisely your chain falls off. Back to the shop again. One tip for the carbon fiber folks -- once a month lift and twist your seat post. Apparently the sweat and oils get in the seat tube and "fuse" it in place. By lifting and turning the seat (mark it's position with tape, first) you avoid the problem.

I should either buy a pair of Bifoakleys or attach my clip on mirror to a 3' dowel. I spent more time twisting my neck trying to see the lens that was too close without readers.

Monterey is getting closer -- keep up the training and the info!

Pedal and Paddle