A new love...

Yesterday I was the proud rider of a mountain bike! I haven't ridden a 'real' mountain bike for quite some time. I have an old beater I've been riding around town to get groceries and such, but nothing compares to a bike fully-loaded with front and rear suspension, disk brakes and a comfy saddle!

My neighbour let both Chuckie and I use his mountain bikes (his girlfriend's and a tester bike). Here in Park City there are millions of trails and we've yet to fully embark on a day's adventure. We've only traveled by foot on the outskirts of town. Yesterday though, we were on two wheels and joy riding like kids.

I think I found a new love. I may have to try out an Xterra event. We rode on some trails that would literally make your head-spin. The external input from riding is very different than road riding. Your brain has no time to think, just react. It's a truly amazing feeling. You find yourself in the moment, every moment! If you find yourself thinking, you may find yourself head-over-handle-bars.

I may just have to try an Xterra and get dirty!