John Denvers
A Day On The Bike Path
Where does the cyclist turn when focused on buying mountain bike? A serious rider wants lightweight for speed, easy transitions for uphill or downhill stretches of trail. Plus, there is nothing more important than a comfortable seat for those long rides.
Not everyone races along like a first place winner. Most riders are content to ride at a leisurely pace. If the weather is pleasant, not over 80 and not under 60, it makes for a perfect way to get in the cardio that a moderate exerciser needs. If the scenery is outstanding, it is like taking a mini-vacation in the middle of the week.
Although Jeana did appreciate the exercise factor, she rode mainly for recreational purposes. She needed light weight, a cushioned seat on her bike and some cool clothes. Today she wore pearl izumi shorts and a green sports bra. Armed with sunglasses and sun block, she was ready for the challenge of an uphill ride to the top of the hill.
Riding up a hill is always a surprise to the first-time rider. It doesn’t look hard because the incline is always gradual. But after a certain length of time, her legs had begun to shake and she could feel the calf muscles tensing. She felt sweaty and her hands were slippery. It was a relief to stop under a shade tree to rest.
Her water bottle provided still-cool refreshment. Later in the day the water would be tepid, however, still better than nothing to keep her hydrated. Everyone sat in the shade drinking and chatting for about ten minutes.
They hopped back on their bikes and continued up the hill. They mentioned yet again how great these light weight bikes were. Why had they waited till this spring to buy them they wondered? Now the riding uphill was as enjoyable as the downhill trip back.
They took good care of these fantastic new diamondback bikes. When they got home they would get out the hose and wash them. The money spent was a good investment in fun, they decided. Putting their sweaty helmets back on, they journeyed up the hill.
The sounds along the way were of birds singing and little animals scattering up and down trees. The squirrels seemed to watch them as they rode by. Now they had almost reached the top of what they liked to call a mountain. It was a little joke between them since it was really just a rather high hill. Still, the view from the top was very pleasant. They sat under another shade tree, sipped half-warm water and talked about how soon they should eat the nutrition bars they had in their pockets.
John Denver – Leaving On A Jet Plane (Cover)
