Monthly Archives: June 2011

Uno, Dos, Tres Diablos

The Maratona is four weeks from now. We leave for Italy in ten days. So Saturday was the day for one last big climb-fest in preparation. After the bad weather of the past few weeks, and last Sunday’s ride about … Continue reading

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Another GPC Italy Bicycle Riding Blog

Bob Lynn from GPC is currently in Italy riding his bike. http://bobsjournals.blogspot.com I have been keeping up with his travels the last couple weeks, being inspired by his adventures and getting excited to go. Sherie and I leave in 2 … Continue reading

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Recent Web Story About the Maratona

This story has some great advice in general about the experience of Maratona week, and also on how to “race” the Maratona: http://italiancyclingjournal.blogspot.com/2011/06/maratona-dles-dolomites-race-advice.html

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Making the Most of a Rainy Weekend

Finally, the first weekend in June. And Ben had planned a “last” really big climbing ride before we start to taper off: a Triple Diablo. And what greets us on Saturday morning, but a steady rain with gusty winds. A … Continue reading

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