My Life On A Bike

I have said it countless times, but it always bears repeating, we have the world’s greatest group of cycling friends.   In our 20+ years of being in the cycling world, we’ve passed through zillions of phases from newbies to serious racers to washed up has-beens.  Through the process we’ve cycled through our fair share of riding groups and none can compare to our current family, our BOD family.

I find it refreshing that such a diverse group of people can be brought together by the single bond of cycling.   We have parents, students, professionals, young, old, and everything in between, but we all share that same passion for mountain biking AND laughter.  Perhaps that’s what makes this group stand out for me from all the others.   Not only do we love to ride, but we love to laugh.   It’s not just about performance and training.   It’s about enjoying being with each other while having fun on our bikes.

Race venues are a dime a dozen.   The scenario never changes.  Believe me, we’ve done it long enough to know.   Your time in the sun will eventually pass and then what do you have?   Where did all those cyclists go?   I want folks that will stick by my side through the thick and thin whether I’m on my bike or not.   Thanks to this great family, I’ve had just that.

It is hard to find a group of cyclists that can come together regardless of abilities and still be able to have fun together.   Throw this crew together anywhere, anytime, with or without our bikes, and we WILL have fun.    My life basically fell apart last August and my time on the bike has been rare, but the worst part has been not riding with  my BOD family as much as I’d like.   Through it all they have been there for me, and we hold onto the hope that 2010 will be better and full of more laughter filled biking adventures.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to my beloved Family!  I love you all!