AIDS/LifeCycle -- How many experiences do you remember for a lifetime?
Participant Login
ALC7 Participant #:

Password:

Remember me
Make a Donation
Register Now
Experience the Event
About AIDS/LifeCycle
Beneficiaries
Fundraising
Training
Roadies & Volunteers
Calendar
HIV+ Participants
HomePages
Participant Discounts
Event Sponsors
Press Room
  

SFAF Logo Chris Keivit's
AIDS/LifeCycle Homepage

Anything worth doing can be done!

Everyone knows by now that I'm riding in honor and memory of my partner and friend Clinton Reid (that's him in the red suit, with our ring-bearer from our Commitment Ceremony in 2006), who passed away March 7, 2007. Our 6 years together were blessed by the love and acceptance of our families, friends and co-workers. 

I think it's fair to say that I am a little scared of what California will bring.  I know that the emotions of each day will be very strong, but with my Chicago riding buddies (especially Frank, Rob and Chad) my out of state rider friends and supporters (Joe & Tiff, Derek, Josh), Clinton's family, and all of my supporters here at home, I'll make it through.  I owe a huge debt of gratitude to both my family and Clinton's family - my love for all of you is unending! 

Clinton would think I am crazy for doing this.  When I talked of my Twin Cities to Chicago rides in '98, '99 and '00 - he thought I was nuts!  He had a hard time imagining 15 miles on a bike, let alone 500+!

So - what is the Ride?  It's 545 miles on a bike (bicycle - not motorcycle...) from San Francisco to Los Angeles.  There will be close to 3000 riders and crew raising funds to make a world of difference in the lives of people living with HIV and AIDS.

I am asking for your support of the San Francisco AIDS Foundation by giving what you can. Your support will help SFAF continue with valuable programs like Black Brothers Esteem (for African-American gay and same gender-loving men), El Grupo (for HIV+ Latinos and Latinas), financial benefits counseling, HIV testing, and numerous other prevention and education programs. We'll keep riding until AIDS and HIV are a thing of the past.

Just click on the link above to make a one-time contribution or recurring charge billed to your credit card. Also check with your employer - do they match contributions? Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed!

I will never be able to say thank you enough to all of the incredible people that will help me on this journey.  Your love, prayers and support will help me get up every hill (and there are a lot of long ones...) and through every mile of this incredible, life-changing journey.  A huge THANK YOU to all of you!!!!
Chris' latest blog entry:
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Chris' Goal: $3,000.00
Current Total: $3,410.00
Make A DonationSupport Chris:
Make a Donation

Listen to Chris's Gabcast

HIV/AIDS Fact of the Day


Provided by AIDS/LifeCycle

For every rider and roadie on AIDS/LifeCycle this year, there are 375 people living with HIV/AIDS in the U.S.

Messages of Support for Chris

PAR (6/07/08 6:50AM): Concentrate your energies on your ride today. You have almost completed the riding. I wish you all the best at closing ceremonies. I hope last night wasn't too much. Clinton would be so proud (as we all are) of you and what you have accomplished this week. What a beautiful way to remember Clinton! I can just see him smiling down at you and just filled with pride. I can't quite hear him, but it sounds like he might be saying, "You D*mn white people!" or, maybe it's, "Y'all are crazy. I'll be upstairs watchin' Murder She Wrote." All kidding aside, you have really achieved a lot this week. We are all very proud of you. Can't wait to see you when you get home.

PAR (6/06/08 2:25PM): Hey there! Don't worry about a lack of gabcast tonight. You take the time you need to heal, grieve, pray, reflect, etc. We will be thinking of you and remembering Clinton. Mom and Dad left this morning, so they are on the way. <> to you. I hope you enjoy (is that the right word?) tonight. Remember you can, and have done, more than you think you can. We are behind you 100%! Tomorrow will be filled with all sorts of emotions. Hang in there kiddo. Now you have me getting sappy! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too! Can't wait to see you! If you can light a candle for us, too.

PAR (6/06/08 6:18AM): Wow! I cannot believe you only have two more days! Sounds like you are taking time for the fun things. Great job! Happy venturing into Ventura today. We will be thinking of you again today. Hope your butt is not too sore! Today is your last long day. You can do it!!!!

PAR (6/05/08 7:18PM): 402 miles down: $2387.88 so far to bring awareness to AIDS and critical support to its beneficiaries. (Great job!) 145 more miles to go: $861.30 more dollars for HIV/AIDS support and awareness. (Whoo hoo!) Making a lifetime of memories and crossing the bridge to the next part of your life: PRICELESS. Good luck with the rest of your riding! You are almost there!

PAR (6/05/08 6:06AM): "We must become the change we want to see." -- Gandhi. Have you seen Barbara? Honey, your dress looks great! Who cares if Frank is only a size 12! You are working your dress! Happy short day today! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

Flopsie, Dharma, Q-Tip (6/04/08 1:20PM): Daddy-I guess I will pretend to hug you until you get here. Love, Flopsie. Daddy-If my heart had a face, it would be smiling. Love, Dharma. Daddy-I know what love is, because of you. Love, Q-Tip. Daddy-We are all so proud of you! Love, Flopsie, Dharma and Q-Tip.

Paul, Amanda and Rebecca (6/04/08 12:59PM): You can make it! Going swimming today? Can't wait to see you and your sore butt when you get back. And yes, for the love of God, please put some clothes on! Imagine how chapped your thighs are going to be with only sunscreen on!! Ouch. Sounds like you are having a great time. Congratulations on passing the half-way point. You are almost there! You can do it! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too! PS ... We would give you a pat on the back right now, but you need to get dressed first! Happy riding! You are doing a great thing!

Lisa Kaltenbach (6/04/08 9:26AM): Keep on riding! I will were red for your tomorrow.

Best of Luck

PAR (6/04/08 5:58AM): Good luck with the evil twins today! Remember, you are Cinderella and will prevail! Your excitement is fine! What do people expect? You've been on a bike all day!!! Keep up the good work! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for those who cannot!

PAR (6/03/08 7:37PM): Hi! How are the hills? Just sing along with me. I'll help you get up and over. "Well we're movin' on up! To the east side, a deluxe apartment in the sky...." Or think, Hurry! Jessica Fletcher is trying to catch you! We are following you on the map. You have come so far!!! Never give up. Great job so far! You can do it! Go! Go! Go! Remember to stop and enjoy the other fun things, too.

Mary Lynn Halland, IAA 78 (6/03/08 5:52PM): Your sister bragged, or should I say, told the world on the Interlochen list serve about your adventure. Enjoy every mile. We're all behind you. Mary Lynn Halland IAA 75-78

Paul, Amanda and Rebecca (6/03/08 3:24PM): Hey there! We are loving your gabcasts! Thank you for taking us along for the ride with you. And, more importantly, thank you for doing all the work! We are cheering you on from home. Can you hear us? Glad to hear you are sounding more positive today and glad it is getting warmer. Keep up the good work! You are awesome! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

Sara, Amanda, April, Claire (6/03/08 12:16PM): Chris, WOW. Awesome! Flavor flav!!!!!!! We are with you all the way. Can't wait to hear about tomorrow. We've ordered a donut for your chair when you come back to us!! We miss you! Can't wait to see your RED DRESS!

PAR (6/03/08 6:36AM): You're almost there! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

PAR (6/02/08 7:13PM): Feel like a KING riding by King City today! You are doing great things! I bet you can hardly hear the COWS from COW Palace anymore. Wait! Is that you shouting, "sonofabike!"??? Good luck! We are all cheering you on waaaaayyyyy back home while we are lying on the couch watching TV or looking at the ride pictures online. Stay warm! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

Paul, Amanda and Rebecca (6/02/08 2:18PM): When we help one another, everybody wins. Hills? What hills? Where we come from there's no such things as hills. Ride on mountain man! Show them how it's done in the plains! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

PAR (6/02/08 2:17PM): Trust yourself. You can do more than you think you can. Take time today to enjoy the fun things. Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

Paul, Amanda & Rebecca (6/01/08 5:54PM): So often it seems that life is only made up of things to worry about, disappointments, death, illnesses, tragedies, and feelings of despair. Sometimes life can seem so very grim, and so many times we tend to wallow in pools of self-pity. And sometimes there is an opportunity to grow. You guys have taken this opportunity to grow and let us back home grow with you. You all are helping us to become more compassionate, caring, loving, bringing a great awareness to HIV/AIDS. Y'all totally rock!!! Ride on! Ride safely! Ride for all of those who cannot! And look great doing it, too!

Jeffrey the pastor (6/01/08 11:26AM): Chris, God's many and mighty blessings to you as you turn that crank a few more times before arriving at the blessed victory and rest that awaits you in the city of St. Francis the Californian. Your congregation is with you as we remember St. Clinton the colorful.

Come home soon.

Pastor Jeffrey and the community of St. John

Jeffrey the pastor (6/01/08 11:23AM): Hi Chris. God's many and mighty blessings to you as you turn that crank a few more times before victory and blessed rest in the city of St. Francis. Your congregation is with you and remembering the sacred memory of St. Clinton the colorful.

Pastor Jeffrey

Kaari (5/30/08 6:20PM): Chris, I can't even come close to having the words to express how proud I am of what you are doing. You've never been one to let life pass you by and here you go again. You truly are an inspiration.

I pray for God's blessing on you, your fellow riders, your crews - everyone who is participating in the ride in every way.

Don't forget to take some time to just enjoy the ride and remember everyone who loves you and you love.

Paul Frost (5/29/08 9:39AM): Heeeyyyyyyy Chris,

I hope everthing is going fine. I bet the view has been phenomenal. I hope the weather holds out for you. Keep on truckin baby, you gotta keep on truckin. I bet you will have that tune in your head the rest of the day. Have fun. Look forward to hearing from you on the gabcast.

Your friend,

Paul

gary (5/27/08 6:49AM): Chris - Wow - the time flew by quickly. Wishing you good weather and short mountains. You can do it! Wishing I were riding with you. Gary

Joe Nagy (5/26/08 8:35AM): Hey Chris - once again, we are really proud of you for what you are doing and what you've already acomplished. Clinton would have been so proud. Looking forward to seeing you. --Joe

Maria (5/14/08 6:43AM): Chris,

What an incredible tribute of love you continue to show Clinton. Your determination is amazing!

Maria

Cindy and Mike Freese (5/09/08 1:35PM): Mike and I wish you the best of luck; it will be a beautiful ride. Take care.

Sheri Mehling (5/09/08 12:40PM): I wish you the best on your ride. Be safe and I am sure you will do a great job!

Sheri

Michael & Nancy Basofin (5/09/08 7:20AM): Good luck and best regards. Mike and Nancy

Dan Wolf (4/22/08 3:10PM): Chris,

On behalf of Tammy, Judy, Marc, and the rest of us at SWB, I wish you a safe, powerful, and successful ride!

Dan

Chuck & Dale (4/15/08 8:48AM): You GO! God love you and bless you every mile. What a wonderful tribute to Clinton - I can hear him laughing at you! We hold you in our hearts and prayers!

Mike & Betsy Wilson (4/05/08 8:02PM): We're so impressed that you are doing this ride. How special to do it in memory of Clinton & Todd. Good luck! Mike & Betsy

Esther Dillard (3/19/08 12:24PM): Hi Chris, I am so proud of you! Just imagine me and Clinton on the side cheering you on with that big smileof his. You are gonna make it. I hope my little donation helps. Luv U

Annette (3/15/08 9:11PM): Hi Chris, I'm Annette, rider 1260 from San Francisco. We haven't met but I wanted to say thank you for participating this year. I ride for my brother, Chris, who passed away from AIDS, so I appreciate all the hard work you are doing as well to help put an end to HIV/AIDS. I can hardly wait until all 2500 of us roll into LA. Ride strong and good luck. Annette

Paul, Amanda and Rebecca (2/28/08 12:19PM): A life lived is never lost to those who remember. This ride will be a very special time to remember. May God's blessing and the memory of Clinton support you.

Sandra (2/26/08 3:13PM): Chris,

You are truly an inspiration, you are doing a wonderful thing. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." (Ph.4: 13)

GARY,ELLA,CHARLES, AND BIG RED (2/18/08 1:08PM): we all wish well in this endeavor and support you...may god continue to smile on you..

Tim and Jean (2/16/08 10:53AM): Good luck, you're in our thoughts.

Jeffrey and Vince (2/15/08 5:23AM): We're completely behind you - way behind in Illinois! Seriously, we're praying for God's strength and grace to accompany you in your training and on the ride. We're impressed!

Judy Kriston (2/14/08 6:06PM): Chris, this is awesome! Has to be a ride of a life time. Looking forward to hearing about it.

Dan & Sheri (2/14/08 5:58AM): Good luck Chris. Ride strong!

Bryan Amstutz (2/14/08 3:30AM): Chris, I am so touched by your story, your passion is extreme! That is what I like about you! Remember all of those crazy days at Siena Heights University. Even you working for me at Mobil for extra money. I don't really know where the last 20 years have gone. I do want to let you know I am for the cause. I would love to ride, but I am not able to this year...But I want to start training for 2009...I am going to forward this to all of Siena Heights Alumni. Let me know if that is okay. Have you reached your goal yet? Keep me informed.

Kirby, Natalie, Lindsey & Alex Herazy (2/01/08 5:50PM): Hi Chris, Your participation in this ride is really admirable. We will keep you in our prayers as you continue to train and honor Clinton's memory.

Diane & John Salazar (1/27/08 5:08PM): Chris, What a great tribute to Clinton. Prayers for good health and strength as you train. We will keep checking on the progress. Diane & John

Connie & Tim Wayman (1/22/08 8:10AM): Hi Chris,

Congratulations on your commitment to ride in Clinton's memory. We'll be on neighborhood watch to monitor your training. Any hills around here?

It's a wonderful thing that you are doing for a noble cause. Best wishes for a meaningful and successful experience.

Your friends, Connie & Tim

Susan Duarte (1/16/08 8:00AM): Dear Chris, What a wonderful thing you are doing. We wish you the best. My most favorite wedding was yours. What a great night. Say hello to Linda for me.

Take care,

Love,

Susan

Beverly (9/13/07 8:32AM): Hi Chris, I am a good friend of Esther & Clinton ( I was at the service with Esther)I think that is remarkable what you are doing in his honor. I do participate in the Aids Walk every year, this year I am not able to walk, but my church participates greatly and they will be walking this year, and we make a contribution every year in support of the Walk and other activities that is going on. I will be making a contribution to you within the next few weeks. Keep up the training. I will be praying for you. Don't let anyone make you lose sight of your goal and you will make it, over and beyond what you asked for.

Beverly

Esther Dillard (9/13/07 7:58AM): I will always support you! I could not love Clinton without loving you! I'm proud of you and you can make it!

Chris' Links

San Francisco AIDS Foundation
Committed to ending the pandemic and human suffering caused by HIV, the San Francisco AIDS Foundation develops innovative solutions, combining scientific evidence with community experience to fight HIV/AIDS and promote health. Established in 1982, the Foundation provides direct services to thousands of people living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS and supplies information to thousands more about HIV prevention and treatment through programs that include the California AIDS Hotline (800-367-AIDS). The Foundation promotes HIV awareness in the community and advocates for sound HIV/AIDS policies at all levels of government.

L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center
The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center, a leader in battling AIDS and caring for those who are HIV-infected since the earliest days of the pandemic, provides free medical care to those who can't afford treatment and distributed more than $21 million worth of free HIV medications last year. The Center also provides one-on-one and group therapy, mobile testing/counseling, education, advocacy, and prevention services. Each month 700-1,000 people are tested for HIV at the Center.

Experience AIDS/LifeCycle 2007
Get a taste of last year's event, with participant blogs, audio podcasts, and hundreds of photos.

Chris' Blog

Thursday, May 29, 2008

5:55 PM

May 29, 2008

Wow - it's finally here!  Tomorrow morning we head to the airport to begin this incredible trek.  It has been a year of long ride, sore butts, some hills, cold and rainy training days, tears (with a lot more to come...), and exhilaration.

I haven't slept very well the last few nights, simply because of the excitement and anticipation of the Ride.  I plan on making it one of the best weeks of my life!

A huge thank you to everyone that has supported me, whether financially, spiritually or emotionally.  Your prayers and wrods of encouragement have taken me a long way on this journey.  A big thank you especially to Joe and Tiffany for helping us in San Francisco, and to Frank for deciding to do this with me.  I love you Frank and I'll be thinking of Todd this week, too.  He and Clinton are watching us wondering what the hell we are doing!!!!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Thursday, May 8, 2008

12:21 PM

May 8, 2008

Well, training is nearly complete and we are now inside of 25 days before we head west!  We've gotten some good rides in and are planning on only about 3 more before we ship the bikes.  We'll do 70 this Saturday, and then back to back 75's next weekend.

The training has gone really well, and I have (unofficially, anyway) reached the fundraising minimum.  That's a good feeling!  Now to try to figure out the packing and all the other logistics.

I want to say thank you to all of my friends, family and supporters that have helped me get this far.  I am truly blessed to have such wonderful people in my life!  During the week of the Ride, you can click onto this page and send a message of support that I will get during the week.  I hope everyone will keep track of our progress!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Sunday, April 6, 2008

11:33 AM

April 5, 2008

Finally - one of the first beautiful days of the season!  This morning we did a 45 mile training ride along the Lakefront, and although it was crowded, the ride was great.  It was my first officially led training ride and we had a good group of riders.

As I look at the calendar and see the days ticking away rapidly, the nervousness starts to set in.  I'm not too worried about nearly 600 miles on a bike, but those bloddy hills are starting to play mind games.  Imagine a 9 1/2 mile long hill...  The crunch on final planning, packing, bike shipping, and fundraising keep staring me int he face, too.  Well, I guess I just have to make sure everything si done before May 30!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Saturday, March 22, 2008

10:15 AM

March 22, 2008

What's the line from Jaws?  Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water?  Well, just when we thought it was safe to get back on the road - we get a blizzard!!!  This week's snow has (as you can imagine) put a bit of a damper on the training.  I have been able to do some riding indoors, but with less than 75 days to go before I head to San Francisco, I really need to start getting some distance riding in!  Hopefully next weekend will be better.

Anyway, the fundraising continues, and now Frank and I are starting to think about organizing the packing.  The plane tickets are bought, tentmates are assigned, and all of the shipping details have been worked out.  Now if we could just get outside!!! 

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Monday, February 4, 2008

7:13 PM

February 3, 2008

Today was bright, sunny and chilly in Minneapolis as I prepared for the REI Tour - a 10 kilometer cross country ski race (part of the City of Lakes Loppet festival).  The conditions were ideal for venturing out across a golf course, miles of trails and 4 lakes skiing toward the finish line in Uptown.  I actually completed the Tour in 1 hour, 48 minutes (a pace of just under 11 minutes per kilometer) which is considerably faster than the Waukesha County Citizen's Ski Race I completed last month in Wisconsin.

10 k seems like quite a distance, but as I got closer to the finish, I remembered the motto of the Twin Cities - Chicago AIDS Ride one year - "Never Give Up".  That's what it was (and really is) all about for me.  Never give up on the training, the tears, the love, and the fight!  I am so inspired and charged up to do this Ride that I have to be careful not to let the anticipation get the best of me!!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Saturday, January 12, 2008

10:24 AM

January 12, 2008

Well, the weather is cooperating a bit for me, so I was able to get out and ride today!  Just a short 7 or 8 miles, but it felt really good to be back on the bike!  Yes, it was chilly, but tolerable if you are dressed properly.  I'll keep updating as I keep riding.

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Saturday, January 5, 2008

5:48 PM

January 5. 2008

I have started the New Year off with a bang!  In an effort to keep the training going throughout the winter, I recently took up cross country skiing.  Well this morning, I competed in my first ski race, the Waukesha (WI) County Citizens 5k (although it was actually 6.5k once they finished measuring the course...

The conditions were not all that great.  Many people commented that it was like skiing on a snow cone.  The weather was sunny and just over 40 - great for a walk in the park; not so great on skis!  Despite these conditions, I managed to finish in 2nd place in my age group, and 12th place overall.  I was pretty happy with these results!  Now to prepare for my next race - the REI 10k Tour at the City of Lakes Loppet in Minneapolis on February 3rd.  Keep watching here for results!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Monday, December 24, 2007

2:09 PM

December 24, 2007

I'm spending Christmas in Minneapolis with my brother and his family. Went for a 5k cross country ski this morning to try to stay in shape over the winter. Great conditions, and perfect weather! I'll be doing xc races throughout the season, so stay tuned for more updates!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Saturday, November 24, 2007

12:00 PM

November 24, 2007

Well, I have just completed what may be the last training ride of the season! As the weather cools, and snow threatens, I don't anticipate doing a great deal of riding much longer.

Today's ride was the Kal-Haven Trail in Kalamazoo (near my parents home). The trail is an old railroad right of way that is very flat and a great ride! I just wish it were warmer than 30 degrees so that I could have enjoyed it a bit more!!

I have some winter sports planned to keep me in shape, so keep checking back for additional updates! Thanks to everyone that has offered support and words of encouragement so far!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Sunday, October 21, 2007

2:48 PM

October 20, 2007

Well, I have returned from a much needed vacation, and feel a bit like a slug, as I didn't exercise at all while I was gone! Oh well - no worries.

I did ride today, as the weather remains gorgeous! I got in about 15 miles, out to a local Forest Preserve path and back. There was a bit of a headwind, but I need that practice.

Training Ride Leader information should be coming soon. I have signed on to be a "TRL" (as Riders refer to them) and must go through a certification program. Then I will be able to lead other riders in the Chicagoland area on official training rides. These will give riders a chance to see what it's like to ride in a pack, following all of the traffic laws, etc. I'll provide more info as that develops.

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Tuesday, September 25, 2007

8:00 AM

September 23

I did my second long ride of the training season yesterday and rode with guys that are WAY out of my league! A veteran ALC'er (Ed) organized the ride from Wrigley Field to the Botanic Garden and back, and all of the other riders are accomplished triathletes. We (rather they did and I played sweep) rode 51 miles at an average of about 22 miles per hour! Boy, was I mismatched - but it was a good ride all the same, and they didn't leave me too far behind! I think I'll hire one of them to put my tent up every night, because they will be in camp long before me every day!!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

8:13 PM

September 12

Well, now things are really rolling - so to speak!! One of the coordinators from the ALC office emailed a bunch of the Chicago riders in an effort to organize us a bit, and boy did it work! There's already a ride planned for this coming Sunday, but I'll be out of town, so I can't make that one. However, there will probably be a ride every weekend, so I am looking forward to them. It will be so great to know many others doing the Ride! When I did the Twin Cities rides, I only knew a few riders.

I haven't done any major riding since the Labor Day ride with Frank, but I am keeping myself in shape. I'm just itching to get out on the road!

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Monday, September 3, 2007

6:13 PM

September 3

This morning Frank and I were finally able to connect for a jaunt to the lakefront. What a perfect day and a great way to officially kick off our training together! The trip totaled only about 20 miles, but it really felt good to be out there among the crowd. Like Frank said - if you can negotiate the lakefront on a holiday weekend, then you can do anything. I think he's right! This was the first time since I started riding again that I had to deal with heavy traffic (both vehicular and pedestrian) and was surpirsed at how quickly the alertness of street riding came back.

I hope to become a Training Ride Leader and can't wait to get those rides started. I remember how much fun they were in the past.

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Saturday, August 18, 2007

8:55 AM

August 18

I got back on the bike this morning for the first time in almost a month! I've been too busy at work to spend much time riding, but that is now changing. I rode a quick 6 miles, primarily to get my legs back. It was cool and overcast, so I also wanted to see what it was like to ride with arm and leg warmers.

I am also now incorporating triathlon training into my ride training. I have started training for the Palatine Park District Twin Lakes Triathlon, which will be a couple weeks after the California Ride. I am excited, and have found that the swim and run training is going well.

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

Sunday, August 12, 2007

2:20 PM

The Ride!

Well, now it's official. My Rider Number has been assigned (1013) and the websites are open for business! I decided to do AIDS/LifeCycle 7 for Clinton (and everyone else that is living through this disease. Anyone that knew Clinton knows what his reaction would be if he knew I was doing this - "Oh hell no!!!!"

My training began back in June, and I have several hundred miles "in the saddle" already. Keep checking back here for updated training thoughts and comments. I'll do the best I can to provide periodic reports.

Permalink | Share this posting : Care2 News | del.icio.us | digg | NewsVine | Reddit | YahooMyWeb

866.245.3424 • 415.581.7077 • 323.993.7483 • info@aidslifecycle.org • Privacy policy