Courtesy of North Star Orchard CSA.
7.17.2009
7.16.2009
New Carbon Riding Leg.
I got my new carbon riding prosthetic socket yesterday.
I am really impressed. In the 21+ years as an amputee, Jonas and the team over at Real Life Prosthetics, have made what I can only call a piece of functional art.
The curves and sculpture of the carbon is amazing. The upper trim lines at the top of the socket are so smooth, like nothing I have ever had before.
Also, the integrated foam pads from Ossur is something I also have not had before. The transitions are smooth an provide just enough relief on the bones, but not enough distortion to change the fit.
But I still felt it needed an "improvement", or a "statement" if you will.
I know, wearing a black carbon prosthetic leg while riding draws enough attention. Well, while people are looking at it, I thought I'd let 'em know how I got the leg.
I rode around with Keller in the cul-de-sac last night to align the foot on the bike. The fit felt fine for 15 minutes, but a Thursday night ride at Fair Hill (usually just over 2 hours) will prove out the true fit during actual riding conditions.
It's gonna be a shame getting it muddy, and when I fall on a rock, scratching it, but it's bound to happen.
I am really impressed. In the 21+ years as an amputee, Jonas and the team over at Real Life Prosthetics, have made what I can only call a piece of functional art.
The curves and sculpture of the carbon is amazing. The upper trim lines at the top of the socket are so smooth, like nothing I have ever had before.
Also, the integrated foam pads from Ossur is something I also have not had before. The transitions are smooth an provide just enough relief on the bones, but not enough distortion to change the fit.
But I still felt it needed an "improvement", or a "statement" if you will.
I know, wearing a black carbon prosthetic leg while riding draws enough attention. Well, while people are looking at it, I thought I'd let 'em know how I got the leg.
I rode around with Keller in the cul-de-sac last night to align the foot on the bike. The fit felt fine for 15 minutes, but a Thursday night ride at Fair Hill (usually just over 2 hours) will prove out the true fit during actual riding conditions.
It's gonna be a shame getting it muddy, and when I fall on a rock, scratching it, but it's bound to happen.
7.15.2009
All Bikes, All Weekend - Part III
After the Fair Hill Classic, I headed over to Nick's place in Wilmington for a ride at Brandywine and Woodlawn.
A storm had blown through the night before and washed away a bunch of the trail. The trails were still a bit damp, even @ 2:00pm. The rock/roots/logs were pretty slick, and it made for some interesting riding, for sure.
One of the things about riding at Brandywine versus the other places I normally ride is that it's slower, more technical (rock gardens, log crossings) with lots of over growth. It will definitely test your handling skills, and leg strength, and upper body strength, and not so much cardio.
Anyway, Nick and I had a pretty good ride, except we both fell on the rocks, several times, and have some bruises that will last for a few days.
Here's a few pics I took with the Pre. It was actually pretty good on the still shots, but not so good on action. Also, the bright sun in certain spots, and dark tree shadows made for some interesting photos as well.
Big rock garden at the entrance.
Most of the time there isn't much water here, but there was still some run-off from the rain.
Nick taking a break at the top of a big hill.
Watching the swimmers on the rope swing next to Brandywine creek
The "trail" on another water/rock garden crossing
Nick in super-fast-blurry-action mode.
What a great weekend!
A storm had blown through the night before and washed away a bunch of the trail. The trails were still a bit damp, even @ 2:00pm. The rock/roots/logs were pretty slick, and it made for some interesting riding, for sure.
One of the things about riding at Brandywine versus the other places I normally ride is that it's slower, more technical (rock gardens, log crossings) with lots of over growth. It will definitely test your handling skills, and leg strength, and upper body strength, and not so much cardio.
Anyway, Nick and I had a pretty good ride, except we both fell on the rocks, several times, and have some bruises that will last for a few days.
Here's a few pics I took with the Pre. It was actually pretty good on the still shots, but not so good on action. Also, the bright sun in certain spots, and dark tree shadows made for some interesting photos as well.
Big rock garden at the entrance.
Most of the time there isn't much water here, but there was still some run-off from the rain.
Nick taking a break at the top of a big hill.
Watching the swimmers on the rope swing next to Brandywine creek
The "trail" on another water/rock garden crossing
Nick in super-fast-blurry-action mode.
What a great weekend!
7.14.2009
All Bikes, All Weekend - Part II
On Sunday, it was more racing.
I headed over to the Fair Hill Classic for a short time to see how things were progressing.
I brought my Canon 10D out of hiding and took some shots.
Some of them I like, but I really was just there to watch, not to shoot.
Here's some of the photos. I think they are mostly of the beginner class as they were finishing up.
More on Sunday events tomorrow.
I headed over to the Fair Hill Classic for a short time to see how things were progressing.
I brought my Canon 10D out of hiding and took some shots.
Some of them I like, but I really was just there to watch, not to shoot.
Here's some of the photos. I think they are mostly of the beginner class as they were finishing up.
More on Sunday events tomorrow.
Chalkbot
Somehow, I don't think Chalkbot will allow this one to be put down on the pavement.
But it makes a nice Palm Pre Wallpaper.
Make your own here.
But it makes a nice Palm Pre Wallpaper.
Make your own here.
7.13.2009
All Bikes, All Weekend!
Jeebus! This weekend was awesome! Everything I did was all about bikes!
I took a lot of pictures throughout the various bike related events, so I'll post some over the next three days.
Friday -
I took a half day of work and spent the rest of the afternoon, and into the evening, working on all my bikes. I had been neglecting all of them when it came to maintenance.
After finding out the Niner's rear cassette had been broken (no wonder it shifted so poorly lately), I had to go to Henry's to get a new one. Plus a new chain was also in order to get everything to mesh correctly.
On Friday, I also began to pack up the Ellsworth for shipping since it was sold. I really liked that bike, and I am going to miss riding it.
Saturday -
I packed up the family, a Skuut, and a Princess bike and we headed for West Chester for the Iron Hill Crit.
We met Matt, Amy, Hunter, and Ryder for the kid's race.
Matt and Hunter.
Hunter
Alison and Amy
Ryder
Ready to Race!
Keller during the race.
(I had to run next to him and shoot pics at the same time.)
Alison and Molly
Victory Pretzel!
Matt warming up for the next day's race @ Fair Hill.
"Dad! Come back with my bike!" - Hunter
(Keller giving chase.)
Women's Crit
Pro Men's Crit
Some weird effects with the point-and-shoot, fast action, panning, and low light.
I call this picture a happy accident.
Ghost racers
I'll post Sunday's pictures tomorrow...
I took a lot of pictures throughout the various bike related events, so I'll post some over the next three days.
Friday -
I took a half day of work and spent the rest of the afternoon, and into the evening, working on all my bikes. I had been neglecting all of them when it came to maintenance.
After finding out the Niner's rear cassette had been broken (no wonder it shifted so poorly lately), I had to go to Henry's to get a new one. Plus a new chain was also in order to get everything to mesh correctly.
On Friday, I also began to pack up the Ellsworth for shipping since it was sold. I really liked that bike, and I am going to miss riding it.
Saturday -
I packed up the family, a Skuut, and a Princess bike and we headed for West Chester for the Iron Hill Crit.
We met Matt, Amy, Hunter, and Ryder for the kid's race.
Matt and Hunter.
Hunter
Alison and Amy
Ryder
Ready to Race!
Keller during the race.
(I had to run next to him and shoot pics at the same time.)
Alison and Molly
Victory Pretzel!
Matt warming up for the next day's race @ Fair Hill.
"Dad! Come back with my bike!" - Hunter
(Keller giving chase.)
Women's Crit
Pro Men's Crit
Some weird effects with the point-and-shoot, fast action, panning, and low light.
I call this picture a happy accident.
Ghost racers
I'll post Sunday's pictures tomorrow...
7.10.2009
Bike Bell Ring Tone
I found this great ring tone for my Palm Pre, a bike bell.
You can download the MP3 file here.
(Found via UrbanVelo.org)
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