31 days of riding in 30 days
Monday, August 2nd, 2010
This month I am trying for 31 days of riding. Even though I commute daily by bike/train/bike I usually only ride the whole thing to work about 2 or 3 times week. I also have a hard time fitting in extra rides on the weekends due to family obligations. Here is what I am going to do:
Ride the whole distance (12.5 miles) at least one way everyday during the week, then on the weekend I will use the singlespeed for short trips and toss in an occasional MTB ride for fun.
With the long ride in as my commute [Beaverton to Portland], I should be able to clear 275ish miles [22 workdays X 12.5 miles]
The extra rides are just gravy on the potatoes.
Why?
Because it is there, that is why. I don’t really need a reason.
August is usually a hot one all over the northern Hemisphere so everyone should be able to get at least 20 days in. It is a good prep for the Winter as you are drilling in your thick skull to ride more. At least for me it is.
If you need motivational help there is a Twitter hash tag #30daysofbiking that you can tweet to and follow along. Started by these guys. There is also a Reddit page to account for miles if you are on there.
YOU CAN DO THIS. I say to myself
Have fun, and be safe out there.
Jeremy
PS The 31st day of August is my eye surgery, so I may have to skip that day 
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