Contrary to what Punxsutawney Phil has indicated, the past 2 weeks or so we've enjoyed a nice reprieve from traditional winter weather. I've taken this opportunity to log in some outdoor km's on my mountain bike, breaking up the monotony of riding on the indoor trainer.
Now usually I'm a fairly cautious rider, aware of my surroundings and any potential hazzards; potholes, furry rodents sitting on the road, gravel/rocks etc.
Unfortunately this was not the case yesterday morning as I rode up to the Y. Call it dumb luck, poor judgement or a combination of both, I took a nasty spill on my bike while trying to navigate a treacherous icy bike path in Ranchlands.
Adding insult to injury, the area where I bailed was quite steep (I know.. WTF was I doing trying to ride up a hill covered in ice) and I slid about 3 metres down the hill before coming to a complete stop. LOL
mountain bike + slicks + ice = sore ass
Ouch...
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