So, after class today, I went down to Costco and got gas for my car. I only paid 2.60 (Only, lol). So, then I droped by Lori's and gave her back her house key.

So, then I came home, talked to some people, and then went up to the bank and made a nice 200 dollar depost. Money I made puppy sitting (Damn Stright). Lol. So, then after the bank, I came back here, and grabed my bike and got on the road.

So, todays ride was from Louisiana & San Antonio to Louisiana & Florence (South of Alameda) and back to my apartment. This ride was 4.5 miles long. This was also much futher then I was going to go at first.

My goal (and I mean long term), was to make it to Louisiana & Alameda. Well, today when I got to Paseo, I felt really good, so I decieded to continue on. Well, then I got to Alameda, and still felt good, so I continued on, until I got to Florence, and decieded it was time to head back. I prob could have continued on, but I wanted to not over do it, so I turned back.

Well, today I also drop tested my iPod here. I had the iPod in the belt clip, and well, it came off, and flew down the road. So, after I retreved my iPod from the curb where it layed, I put it in my a pocket on my backpack. LOL. I am really amazed at how well it held up. It's got a some good scratches on it, but the screen is fine, it plays just fine. It works! They make a great product, that holds up under pressure.

To show just how good it is, some one tried to destory one, and it took a lot. After everything else they did, they finaly had to run over it with a car 2 or 3 times. But before they did that, they droped it out of a car at 60+ mph and it still was working. LOL. They also did a bunch of other stuff, and it worked just fine, so I am nnot worried.

Well, I need to go jump in the shower and clean up and then off to everything else I have to do tonight.

Peace,
Kev

So, after work today, I took a quick 20 min bike ride that was almost 2.5 miles. This one was much better, cus I just went down Louisiana Blvd to Paseo del Norte and then came back. So it was mostly flat, which is a big plus. I am hoping to ride much more. I am also hoping that I will be able to go longer distances.

What will really be nice is they are building a Wendy's at Paseo and Louisiana. So, I was thinking, after it opens, I could ride my bike down there for dinner. Also, when I get more leg muscle built up, I think I will start riding my bike more places.

There are a lot of places that are only 1 or 2 miles from me that right now, I get it my car and drive too. But, I hope that I will start riding my bike there more and more. Not only will I save money on gas, but I will also get more exercise out of this, and that is a good thing.

Well, it's late, I am tired from the bike ride (yes I know I am out of shape), and so I am going to bed now.

Peace,
Kevin

So, Since I fixed my bike last night, I decieded to go out today after class and ride. Well, there are a few things that I need to remember / I noticed when I rode my bike.

* Do not start your ride by going down hill, go up hill first. That way getting home is easyer!
* I am really out of shape! (But I will be fixing this)
* I must remember to take my rain jacket next time! (I really must)
* The use of my bag was a good thing.

Anyway, here is the route that I took:
1) San Antonio & Louisiana to Burlison & Louisiana - .5 miles
2) Louisiana & Burlison to N Pan American Fwy - 1.2 miles
3) N Pan American Fwy to Ellison & Jefferson - .8 miles
4) Ellison & Jefferson to San Antonio & Louisiana - 1.4 miles
Total Distance: 4 miles

So, over all it was a good ride. I am glad that I did not go any further then I did. I was thinking about going down to the Vista Del Norte subdivision, but I am now very happy that I did not do that. Also, I did get rained on when I was at Ellison & Jefferson. So, took shelter outside a bank at the southwest corner there until the storm passed over. I still got a good soaking so that was fun. Like I said above, I really must remember to bring my rain jacket next time.

But over all good ride. I hope that maybe I will ride some more on the weekends, and maybe a little after work during the week until it gets cold. I have no clue if or how much I am going to ride in the winter. I guess it really all depends on how cold it gets, and if I feel like dealing with it.

So, that is all for now. I need to hit the showers and get cleaned up for my meetting.

Peace,
Kevin