Well, the time has come...Hollywood is officially switching status from Team President and Le Chapeau of the Durham Peleton to Chapter President of the Denver BCC squad.
With heavy hearts, Daniel, JD, Hollywood and I headed out for one last ride on the dirt. With all the excitement of actually having a sunny day, we forgot a camera to document this historic ride but alas we have the memories...
After a few pleasantries, we saddled up our steads and headed towards the trails. As many of you know, I am a firm believer in the physical benefits of a nice easy warm up. That was not on JD's mind at at all!!! Kid came flying out of the gates and immediately put Daniel and myself in difficulty, Hollywood, of course, cool as the other side of the pillow peddled effortlessly on his sweet new rig.
By the time we hit the trail head, my lungs felt like they were bleeding. Cold air always seems to have that effect on me.
JD and Daniel proceeded to swap turns at front inflicting pain on everyone in their wake. It was truly a good hard ride and I am thankful that I was able to get out there. I, like many others, get tremendous satisfaction from suffering through tough patches and recovering to endure another onslaught of pain.
We were able to sneak in just under 3 hours when it was all said and done. Hollywood in true form busted out the Rock and Republic jeans for his post ride digs...I opted with track pants by stark comparision.
To Hollywood, fond farewell and best of luck to you in the west. I am truly jealous of the riding and the experiences that await you. I wish you all the best.
Ben
I like my streak well-done
1 week ago
3 comments:
Everybody sing it now:
"Say goodbye to Hollywood,
say goodbye my baby..."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_olmUORjR4
There was a time not to long ago when Brian even had some of Billy Joel's hair, too.
Glad you guys got in a last ride, even if it mainly served as a chance for Powers to break some legs. Hopefully Brian will give us a ride report for the carbon steed before he goes.
Here's hoping for many happy returns!
somebody had to take over your out the gate race pace, pirate. it was a fine ride considering that we intended to ride fireroad and got singletrack instead. the triangle smiled on hollywood one last time. good luck to you out west, brian.
somebody had to take over your out the gate race pace, pirate. it was a fine ride considering that we intended to ride fireroad and got singletrack instead. the triangle smiled on hollywood one last time. good luck to you out west, brian.
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