Hello all, it's been a while since my last post due to me not being in the right mind set. Just recently I got laid off from work and I have been jumping through hoops ever since with the financial system!!
The viking challenge.........did I ride it???? Well yes and erm..... no! I rode it, but did not actually enter the event as I could not justify spending money on entry fee's with my current situation! So I joined in from the viking way and completed the 50k loop, only stopping once to take this photo. Due to not paying entry fee's I decided that I would not stop at refreshment points, (not like I ever would :)) but enjoyed flying past as others watched on! I surprised myself at how strong I felt, no knee pain in my left leg and at times riding felt fluid like. I mean I could go fast and smooth with little effort!
The whole day was very enjoyable, the weather was dry and sunny. The trails were dry and fast, I must admit though that the wind was a bugger gusting at 40mph at times heading west over the old air field!
One thing is for sure, even though I am laid off work I still have a hobby of riding mountain bikes, and now I have more time for it! (pity it does not pay the bills lol).
The Specialized Stumpjumper FSR is self proclaimed “the most well-rounded mountain bike available,” and for good reason. It utilizes a carbon frame with full suspension, and is very light and stiff. The Specialized/Fox AFR Brain rear shock with Brain Fade and adjustable rebound helps mash pedaling efficiency with bump compliance for the best ride possible. The Specialized FutureShock S140TA fork with 140-115mm adjustable travel takes care of the front end, and Roval Control SL XC wheels are lightweight but sturdy for maximum durability. DT Swiss Aerolite bladed spokes, along with the stiff and oversize axle means that the Specialized Stumpjumper FSR 2010 Mountain Bike is ready for any off road mission. Bike Reviews!!
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This blog is all about my life… my life of mountain biking and ideas I’ve acquired through the years. As an average everyday mountain biker, the learning doesn’t stop. I try to feed my mind in my own little way by writing and promoting this blog. I would like to share what I have learned through this blog with you. Let this blog be an additional resource for your mountain bike needs, and maybe you'll find some much needed ideas you may not have given much thought to before.
My name is Paul Walton, an engineer slave and spare time mountain biker/blogger. Blogging about mountain bikes has become and undying passion, spending most weekends and afternoons on the internet blogging. As well as riding bikes, writing about it also is what I love to do.
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