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For some reason I thought it would be a good idea to do a climbing ride just to see where my cycling fitness (or lack there of) currently stands. Since I really haven’t ridden as much this year and with no climbing miles I was hoping “muscle memory” might kick in. Unfortunately it’s even worse than I imagined! But it was a really gorgeous day and I survived……

About 64 miles with 7100’ of climbing. Marion to Mitchell and back.

When I got back home my incredible wife had prepared a Cinco de Mayo meal topped off with strawberry cobbler! That’s NOT lemon lime Gatorade in my glass!!



Climbing up Hwy 80 to the Blue Ridge Parkway

Love shadows dancing on the mountains

More views, headed that way

Just a 5 mile climb from here to the top

At the top

Mountain roads in NC

Another great view from the Parkway

Taco salad and casserole plus margaritas!

Fresh strawberry cobbler with incredible crust