Training continues at a great pace since my return from the magnificent boundary waters of minnesota. Funny how we always think that we’re gonna lose something from a fitness standpoint when we’re away from the gym, the trail, the bike, etc…..well, such is not the case as I found[...]
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August 7th, 2010 - 6:28 pm § in George Thoughts
Results of 60 Hour Ride
The 60 Hour Ride was held Aug 4-7, 2010 at the Fuel Sport Performance Training facility in Crest Hill, IL and streamed worldwide via U-Stream. The ride was yet an additonal training ride in preparation for a major fundraiser event in October, 2010. The ride was done in accordance with GWR marath[...]
July 15th, 2010 - 9:51 pm § in George Thoughts
On the Road to Macomb
Presently in Macomb, IL with Andy and Brandon as Brandon is doing his registration for Fall semester at Western Illinois Univ. Andy and I brought our bikes with and took off on a 24 mile bike ride to Argyle State Park and back. Folks down this way much more friendly to bikers on the road. [...[...]
June 27th, 2010 - 9:22 pm § in George Thoughts
Results of 24 Hour Ride and Fuel
This past weekend I took on a 24 hour ride on my stationary “spin” bike for charity at the request of Miss Illinois, Jillian Dirks who was raising money for her upcoming international competition and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Will and Grundy County. The ride started promptly at 6[...]
May 19th, 2010 - 9:50 pm § in George Thoughts
Brandon’s Graduation and Bambi’s Dad
Tonight, my middle son, Brandon graduated from N’ville Central HS. The event has been on my calendar for awhile anyway and we were blessed this eve with great weather which facilitated the event being held outside in the stadium. In anticipation of the usual traffic mess, I had several cli[...]
May 12th, 2010 - 11:20 am § in George Thoughts
The Ristow’s Have Landed and a Relapse
Prompted to post a note after hearing via FB that the Ristow’s have successfully landed in Cancun! Jim and Kim deserve the break and I for one appreciate the countless hours they put forth on my behalf just a few weeks ago… Not sure how many more of these grey days I can take….ti[...]
May 4th, 2010 - 8:57 pm § in George Thoughts
Did I Really Close the Doors at the Venue This Week?
Been a busy week resettling in with clients, many of whom have shared some of the fondest memories from their involvement in the event. I’m back to running now and spinning 1-2 hrs a day in conjunction with the running. Finally cleared out of the venue this week and turned over the keys [...]
April 26th, 2010 - 9:06 pm § in George Thoughts
The Hilary Article and My Blimp
The recent posting of the article done by Hilary Decent, which appeared in today’s Beacon I believe, was based on her conversation with me at the closing. Its the first time I’ve gone public, aside from this forum, w/the gravity of the experience I had a little over one week ago as the[...]
April 24th, 2010 - 9:21 pm § in George Thoughts
Results of 175 Hour Ride (Final)/Journey’s End
Well, its been nearly a week since being able to write about the remaining days of my journey, but I at least wanted to post the final stats from the 175 hour ride. The ride started at 9:00PM April 11th and concluded at approximately 3:30AM on Monday, the 19th. Total Stats are as follows: AHR [...]
April 19th, 2010 - 12:08 am § in George Thoughts
PS Special Thanks to Jim Ristow for getting me through the rough spots. [...]
