I had my teeth cleaned today. What does that have to do with training to ride a hundred miles, you ask? Lots. My dentist is an avid cyclist. He rides up Mt. Diablo for kicks. I hope to one day be able to do that. He does it on the weekends. Without training during the week.
I had a great opportunity to pick his brain, while he picked my teeth. I asked him about layering for warmth. About the different types of shoes, and why one is better than the other. We talked about different sprocket set up options. About the myriad of trails and bike routes around the neighborhood. He was a wealth of information. He answered all the questions I have, but don't want to look like a dork asking the people at my local bike shop. My dentist fixes all my mouth issues. I don't have the option of not looking like a dork to him...
I learned something else valuable. You never know who shares your love of a sport. Get to talking with people. They may surprise you. Who knows, they may inform you, inspire you, and you may learn from their mistakes.
See you on the trails!
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