Danimal's Inaugural Cobia Ride

Danimal ventured out for his inaugural ride on the new Gary Fisher Cobia, and what a ride it was.  We spent 2.5 hours cruising around Lake Mercer, Burke Lake, South Run and the mighty Spartan trail under the power lines.  Danimal held up pretty well, which is to be expected.  The trail is about as flat as one can get in this area.  The "hills" that Danimal likes to refer to around Lake Mercer are nothing more than short inclines.

As expected, a bit of soreness started near the end of the ride.  Biggest pain point: the palms.  Putting that much consistent pressure on the palms is painful after awhile.  My palms get pretty sore on the century rides as well.  I just bought a pair of "Grab-On's" for my mountain bike that have a lot more cushion than the existing ones.  I'm sure that will come in helpful on July 30.

Other soreness will have to wait for Danimal's update.  I'd also like to get an update on the 2" rib-eye that he cooked up for himself right in front of me.  He's promised a BM update on that rib-eye as well.

Danimal is officially up and running, er biking, to condition himself for the Seagull Century on Oct. 15.

Many miles ahead,

K-Wants a Rib Eye

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