This morning I awoke at the time I set on my alarm, and did what I always do.. put the snooze back on, haha. I dressed In the gear I carefully laid out the night before. The plan was to ride a quick ride to Newport Beach and ride back to head to the swill and swim. However, as I tried to confirm there was not a response. I drove to the beach, as I had said I would earlier in the week. Molly and I waited for 15 mins and seriously thinking about busting out a ride on my own.
However, I was aware of my other buddies who were going to head up Glendora Mountain Road today and quickly changed my plans. I'm riding.... haha!
A couple of quick calls confirming my heading to the mountains, and a full tank of gas was in the plan now. I have been training to ride hills, but not mountains, so I thought. Challenging yes but an awesome ride, no stop lights to stop at, and very little traffic. Who knew??? My new friend Ralph told me that I am ready. Felt good to hear that from a guy who can bust out the loop no problem.
The trek up to the top at six in the cool morning was beautiful albeit relentless. Of course I wasn't prepared for the mountain with proper nutrition and water. You see the ride to the beach is more of a flat speed ride and requires less water, and the ability to stop at will for nourishment and drink is plentiful I had my credit card. Pish.... to the card on the mountain. Haha. No deal can be made there, however I did manage to grab a granola bar as I left from home.. that saved my butt for sure. It was the best tasting granola bar on the planet at the time and a gooey mess to eat. Note to self: Chocolate doesn't travel well. Lol! A delish mess all the same.. The 12 mile trek spinning to the top was so cool. I found myself glancing at the views of the city below in the far off distance, and thinking about what the guys on the Amgen Tour of California must have thought as they rode up. It simply kicks ass to put it simply.
Things happen... plans change. I'm happy for options. I briefly thought while at the marina this morning, hmm, I could just go home make myself coffee and a big breakfast to boot. Then thought, hell no, I'm riding. What next, I can still make it to the mountains..... glad for persevering.
I thank the guys who ultimately, made my day for Molly (my bike) and I a great day and a great ride to be had. Cheers to Ralph, Jose and Christian!!! Thanks, I'm glad we did the loop.
Best ride for me ...I will be back up there very soon loving the ride.
H
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