Day One Part Two

So I made it back in one piece. It did start to rain just as I was finishing my coffee and getting ready to saddle up (of course), but it didn't last long, save a few light sprinkles along the way. What's a bit more rain after a long wet winter ey?

The cows are in heaven. A couple of them were chomping down on knee high grass as if it was their best meal ever. "This grass is exquisite" I heard one of them say. "It must be imported".

"No" says the other.

"It's amazing. Did you add seasoning or something?"

"No, no... Well I mean, I did fertilise it a few times".

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I forgot to mention the swooping magpie on the way down. There's a strange cracking sound they make before they strike. It sounds a bit like a gun shot. Don't know if you've ever heard it but it is a warning that you are about to be dive-bombed. I'm such a seasoned pro now that I just ignore them and let them swoop, just waiting for the thud on my helmet. I'm sure it hurts them more than it hurts me.

This is why we wear helmets in Australia. It's not in case you fall off. It's to give the magpies something to strike at.

Some people draw eyes on the back of their helmets which apparently stops the flying attackers. I tried it but it doesn't work. I couldn't see a thing out of them. Waste of time.

So anyway. Day one done and dusted. Was nice to be out. Spring is in the air. Flowers are blooming and birds are chirping. I'm a bit sore but it's good to have broken the seal.

See you soon. For now...

Lycra Man Out.

Day One Part One

Welcome to the season premiere of The Adventures of Lycra Man.

I'm sitting here in not so sunny Leongatha enjoying a cup of cyclers jet fuel. A large long black along with a bowl of quinoa salad. The 15 or so kilometres it took to get here were well, uneventful. No great mishaps to report so far I'm sorry.

It did take me a while to get going this morning. Prepping the Lycramobile and all that stuff. You think I'm joking when I say I have to blow the dust off the bike but it's true!

The Lycramobile was covered in dust. Mostly from the sanding I'd been doing the last few months as I paint the Lycra Lair.

So I was a little bit underdone in the preparation department. Running around looking for the various bits n pieces one needs for bike riding. I left without oiling my chain so I hope that doesn't cause problems later today.

So far everything is running smoothly. It took me a minute to remember how all the gears work which nearly got me in trouble as I was crossing a busy road pedalling frantically and going nowhere fast until I found the right gear.

As I was getting ready this morning I thought I might ride all the way to Meeniyan but the ol Lycra legs are a bit out of practice so that may have been a wee bit ambitious. I'll head back soon after finishing this coffee.

Speaking of being out of condition. I wonder how much cycling reduces belly fat. I'm getting double the benefit as my thighs slap up against my belly, kneading it into submission.

Ready to Roll

Just getting togged up here in the Lycra Lair.

Water bottle is filled. Air is in the tires and the Lycra Man suit is stretched to capacity.

Day one here I come.

Greetings Citizens

Lycra Man here for another round of adventures in The Great Cycle Challenge.

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For now, Lycra Man out.