Iola

Standard report just a week late :) The weeks been busy with training, working, and treatment. Yes I said treatment. I have been a regular in Joe's office for several weeks now receiving help managing an injury. It has been a roller coaster with last weekend pushing some buttons. I took Monday as an active recovery and Joe and I went to the drawing board. We walked away with a simple solution.....Tape. Tuesday was the initial ride on my new adjustment and it worked wonderfully. As I sit here Saturday night with a weeks worth of hard training I can confidently say I think we have found a temporary solution. THANKS JOE!!!!!

The Wors debut was a blast and I am reminded why exactly I do what I do. I made it a priority to enjoy myself as much as possible. Besides the fun the pain was minimal as I brought it to my limit and backed off,( no need to go till you blow quite yet). As a "C" priority rate I am excited about the result.

Another thing to be excited about are all of the good results from the team. We looked good doing it too thanks to all of our sponsors. Chris and Michelle do a great job of managing this team and treated us like rock stars all weekend, I almost didn't want to go home. I really believe I am on one of the best teams there is. Thanks All!
Here are a few links that Ya'll should check out.
Specialized
Wenzel Coaching
Adveture 212
Team Adventure 212
Hidden Bay Sports (Their new shorts Rock!!)

Till next time keep the wheels turning!!

DB

Ready

With a lot of leg work from Chris I recieved one of these just in time for Chohutta.

I was not dissapointed! This is surely a great race machine and I can't wait to tear up some more dirt.

Congrats to the 212 crew, and for that matter everyone who survived the race at Chohutta. Also, I can't wait to see all of my cycling friends this weekend at Iola.

Good luck to everyone and see you there.
DB

Good People!

Can't say enough about good people. We all know the ones that we have in our lives that make things a whole lot easier. Without those people life would just be no fun.

Before moving to Milwaukee I was very skeptical about all of the bad things that could happen but also knew about the good things that would come about. As of now, over two years later, I can say that there has been way more good than bad. This is in most part to the "good people" I have met, and the support that I have received from the people that I already new.

My biggest supporter Lynn is still pulling some serious weight helping me reach my goals and I can't thank her enough! Two weeks ago I got to go to Levis for some great riding with my big Bro. Something that I used to take for granted is now a very special occasion and as of now has made my year! My coach, Joe Cieszynski has really been giving me extra attention lately and I can't wait to show him what I can do. Congrats to him as well for making associate coach for Wenzel Coaching!!!!!

Yet another HUGE help for me has to be joining the Adventure 212 team! Chris and Michelle do an awesome job of running the team and have already helped me out a ton. The whole team dynamic is just awesome! We are always calling and TXTing each other being supportive and competitive at the same time.

Finally, all of the people in the Milwaukee metro area have been awesome! We have a great cycling community and I think it shows. Anyone who says otherwise would be telling a lie.

Its been great and I can't wait to start seeing everyone on a regular basis.

DB

Drive

My last week has been both uneventful and eventful at the same time. I haven't been riding much as it is a rest week. I have however been able to work more and even got an adventure last night.


It started mid day as I was finishing up my rounds and already feeling the effects of the 894NB bridge being closed. (For those who don't know I deliver masonry products for County Materials Corp). I got a phone call,"hey, do you have plans for this afternoon....". Uh yeah, I always have plans. I did however let dispatch know I was interested. He explained when I was done with my regular rounds that I was to head up to Appleton and get a load that had to be delivered to the National Guard base. Ok, I said.



So on my way up I called Lynn and let her know I would be working late. Getting it done and in the process feeling rewarded. Once I got to the airport I was greeted by an armed guard. He let me through and I was in. As the sun set there was a picturesque view of the airport as the planes took off and landed. Also there were about 6 big military jets parked in their "lot". Very cool!
By now the sun was touching down and I was headed out. A nice drive through the city in the dark helped me wind down from the day. Got home a little after 8pm and felt satisfied with my day. No ride and yet I felt like I accomplished something.
Until next time.

DB

Filling a Void?

Actually no, not in my case any way. Just finished up the biggest block of training I have ever done. If that doesn't explain my absence enough I apologize. I have been challenged, and pushed through, hopefully now I can recover and adapt. After that its on to some intensity.

I am so excited about the season right now I can hardly control myself! I am on a great team, in a great series, with alot of great peeps. Bring it on!

See you all soon!

Pound for Pound

Been struggling with weight this year. After referring to some old numbers it turns out my weight issue isn't only fat. My fat percentage is close to where I want it to be but the poundage is up there. No wonder my legs don't hardly fit in my blue jeans.

We will see how it plays out come race season.

DB

Travel time has been high lately and to add to one of Chris P.'s blog I have been riding alot in Indiana, no Little 500 for me though, sorry. Down and back, here and there, ride, sleep, work, sleep ride, ride, ride, weights, drive and tons of Womens B-ball games....... You all get the drift.

My life isn't really that exciting is it? On the other hand it could be boring. I think I will take it as it is. Here now.

Indy is a pretty cool little city.

Too bad my sis lost out of the Big Ten tourney first round:( She played great but it wasn't enough to get past a strong Illinois team. Well to look at the bright side of things My Dad is feeling better and I got to spend some time hanging out with him, Lynn and Jamie this weekend. Also Big Bro Craig kicked some major buttttttt last weekend at the Birkie and recently found out he will be getting a new job that is similar to what he is going to school for.

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On the Team front, sounds like every one is working hard and getting excited for the season. Iknow I am!! Keep it up and can't wait to see you all soon.

3.5.2010

DB