Annette Ward

40 miles

Tuesday 5th May This bike has 40 miles of riding, and a lot more to go. My ride last Sunday was another rough ride. Actually, riding to my halfway point wasn't too bad because I was heading North and the wind was blowing SW at 17 MPH. Unfortunately, my ride back was pretty intense since I, of course, was heading South. There were times that I was peddling my little heart out, but only moving 5-6 MPH. I was surprised to see my average speed was a little over 10 MPH, which is what I've been averaging anyway. Of course, as you all know, the wind has been pretty bad this Spring, so most of my rides have been on windy days. I was lucky I wasn't fighting the wind in both directions like my ride not long ago. I will be ecstatic the day I get to ride, and there is no wind blowing. LOL I'm anticipating that day to find out how much easier the ride will be. Thanks for sharing my journey with me. I've really been inspired by this ride!! Yes, the training has been tough, but I actually look forward to the days I'm able to ride. Please donate if you can, and share this with everyone you know. I still have a long way to go to reach my goal. Just a quick reminder: when you donate, the amount is a one-time donation, not per mile. Thank you!! Share

Another Ride in the Books

Saturday 2nd May The weather in my area has been so crazy lately. Not only is it a little chilly, but the rain is also hard to predict. Even meteorologists are having trouble keeping up. I'll look at the hourly forecast to map out my ride time, and the next thing I know, they are calling for rain during the time I've chosen to ride, even though 2 hours earlier it wasn't supposed to rain. So, I look at the radar, and it shows no green anywhere near where I'll be riding. I threw up my hands, put on layers, and took my chances. I'm glad I did because I was able to get another ride in. There was only one time that it started to sprinkle, but it stopped about as soon as it started. Feeling grateful today!! Please consider donating if you are able to. Every little bit helps!! Thanks for sharing my journey with me!! Share

Finally!!

Saturday 25th Apr I finally got to squeeze a ride in this morning. The rain in Ohio is really putting a damper on my training. Since I'm currently participating in the Livestrong program at the Mansfield Y (2 days per week) and I work late on Mondays, that leaves me with Wed, Fri, and the weekend for bike rides. Unfortunately, this week has not been in my favor by the time I get home. I know there will be better days ahead!! Oh, and I'm learning how to take selfies. I learned the other day that I can ask Google to take a selfie, which gives me time to get situated and means I don't have to snap the picture. Thanks for sharing this journey with me!! Share

Rained Out

Saturday 25th Apr I tried to beat the rain yesterday (4/24/26), but I didn't. Thank goodness I turned around when it started sprinkling because by the time I got home, it was raining pretty good. I don't have rain gear yet.  Share

Ride

Sunday 19th Apr Today was a rough ride, but a great experience. I was riding in 18 mph winds from the West. My ride began heading East for 0.50 mile, then I rode North for 2.5 miles, South for 2.5 miles, and finished riding West for 0.50 mile. I was grateful when I came upon a row of trees that blocked the wind. I don't have any pictures to upload because I'm not good at taking selfies.  Share