I got a new bike (though if you follow me on Dailymile.com, EnduranceAthleteProject.com or Twitter then this is not NEW news to you)!
I got a new bike (can you tell I'm psyched!).
Being a stay-at-home Mommy with a penchant for gear & gadgetry (HRM's, Garmins, shoes, shoes, shoes, running skirts, headlamps, reflective gear, winter running tights-I could go on and on) I really thought that getting a great bike would be out of my grasp until I returned to work full time. This was sad for me (tissue??) because while I did ok on Bertha, I really wanted to get into something a bit lighter than 150lbs (slight exaggeration)!! Even if I did have something in common with Chrissy Wellington when it came to first season bikes (remember THIS post??)
As things turned out, I had a couple contacts through my tri club and the YMCA to check out a couple bikes, both road and tri specific, but it was a casual running/race schedule related e-mail exchange with an old friend from school that led me to THE bike.
So without further ado, here SHE is...no name yet. And it's not the best pic. I have an appointment to get portraits done, don't worry. I know you like your bike porn classy, right?!
de Luca carbon frame and fork- de Luca is an Australian brand but the frame design is Masi, de Luca just stuck THEIR name on it and sadly, are no longer in business. Do you have any idea how much research it took me to find THAT out??
The components are Shimano-a mix of 105's and Ultegra. The wheels are Mavic Cosmos, Bontrager handlebars and saddle. It also has a Trek Incite 11i computer which is pretty cool now that I a) put a battery in it and b) figured out how to get it off km's.
I think with a sweet pair of Zipps she will be looking pretty on race day. Now to add some clipless pedals and some areobars we will be rockin'!
The Bad
After lots of resting my knee is still bothersome. I ran 2 miles Sunday and 3 miles yesterday and it is a mixed bag of "feels just fine" to "I think I should stop now". With my first (fun) triathlon in 2 months, I need to be running.
So I put a call into the Orthopedic Associates Performance Center and I have an appointment for an evaluation on Thursday morning. Hopefully I will have some good answers very soon as to what is up.
The Ugly
When I got my bike, I also got a trainer in the deal. While I wait for my riser block to arrive, I knew my years working in medicine would pay off eventually.
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Lola's checking the tension on the trainer |
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| The 40lb PDR being put to good use--finally! |
Speaking of ugly--what do you think of this BIKE THONG I found on TriSports.com?? I love the caption "remote & phone not included" I think I might need this...
I would love to hear from you and your suggestions on what to name the new bike :)
Orange is a great, lucky color! Congrats on the new addition. I so love how the kiddos get right in there! : )
ReplyDeleteLove the new bike! I'm a little jealous. I can't wait to upgrade mine!
ReplyDeleteAnd since the old one was Bertha, how about Betty?
Bike. Thong. Wow.
ReplyDeleteI must buy one just so I can bring that up in conversation.
No. Name?
I'm staying out of this name game.
But that photo. Of your girl.
Awesome. She's the new trainer, right?!
Love the bike thong! That is awesome! People come up with everything possibly needed under the sun :-)
ReplyDeleteShe is pretttyyyyy!!! It has nice components , good wheels, should last you a long time.
ReplyDeleteHave you been fitted to it yet?
I have a bike thong, came with my trainer, its to keep your sweat off your bike, though I dont use mine alot.
I do suggest placing a towel under your bike while riding, you will sweat and sweat ALOT!!
I am patiently waiting for the potraits, just like Beal, I want it classy
The bike thong is a necessity, depending on how much you sweat and what is under your bike.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your new wheels!! She's so shiny and new!
ReplyDeleteBDD-
ReplyDeletefitting is being done in a week when my bike whiz gets back from FL. Luckily, I can ride pretty comfortably now.
And yes, it was BEAL who set the bike porn standard so portraits really are in the works! ha
Who care's about the floor?? I don't want to sweat on HER! :) and yes, my 2 1/2 hour sessions on the trainer have resulted on much sweat.
EMZ-You must get a bike thong. NOW-.
ha! Bike thong!! How risque! ;)
ReplyDeleteYou should be receiving your Blonde Ponytail stickers soon too!
I'm cracking up at your use for the PDR! Very inventive!!
Love the orange!! I'm still waiting for a name for mine too... if something hits me, I'll let you know! :)
ReplyDeleteforget the bike thong and throw a towel on the floor....it's what I do. I sweat profusely and that towel is soaked when I'm done.
ReplyDeleteOrange so how about Julius? Orange Julius? Bittersweet Orange? Blood Orange?
Orange you glad I stopped coming up with names?
Woohoo! Congrats on your new bike! That is so awesome! I'm no good at names...my bike doesn't even have a name, so I'm no help!
ReplyDeleteI just use a towel draped over my bike tube and handlebars to keep the sweat off my bike. It works great and is free!
Jason-yes, Im very glad!! LOL
ReplyDeleteand to both Aimee and Jason-towel sounds just fine but WHO"S gonna hold my remote??? :)
Bike Porn!!!!!!! NOM NOM NOM. LOL. Sweet looking ride. A bike thong really isn't necessary. I just stack a couple boxes next to the bike and have easy access to the remote and phone.
ReplyDeletecongrats on the bike! Now that's so fun!;-)
ReplyDeleteand i don't have that bike thong thingy- my hubby does and I've always thought i should get me one too...
and a name...hmmm...it'll come, it'll come...prob during one of your training rides;-)
What about Shelia(slang for Aussie girl)?
ReplyDeleteShe is pretty, I have bike envy!
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ReplyDeletePorn classy? Love it! Can't wait for THOSE pictures!
ReplyDeleteI am glad you posted this...on my massive to do list is buy a trainer so I can be productive while I watch tv. Guess I should get in gear on that goal!
I have issues with running and my knees. 2 days in a row and I'm alright. 3 and I'm hurting. So, I turn to riding my bike trainer as much as possible. Now that we've hit winter, my knees are ok because I'm strictly on the indoor trainer.
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