Cole's Tri Blog: My New Bike

Friday, June 6, 2008

My New Bike

So, I finally got my bike replaced from when it was cracked a month ago. I'm actually really happy with what I got, especially since it was free. Here are some pics. The frame is a Raleigh Prestige EX, and I have not idea what year it is, but it's made of Kinesis Kinesium, which is apparently some alloy that's better than most. The fork looks a little weird, but I think it will grow on me.

The coolest part is the head badge. It's an actual head badge, instead of just a paint decal, so that's pretty awesome.

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My Background

I have been overweight since I was about 10, and I've always wanted to be skinny, but not enough to actually do something about it.

I got married in mid 2006, and basically just decided that enough is enough. If I don't do something now, I probably never will.

I got started in triathlon at the beginning of 2007 because my brother and sister-in law, as well as my parents, had done some triathlons, and really enjoyed them. I gave in to coaxing to participate in an early spring sprint tri, and didn't really train at all. I ended up getting a flat on the bike, and after walking my bike back, just decided not to finish. I signed up for another sprint in September, but I didn't take my training seriously enough that time either, and finished in 2:05.

I've finally decided that I want triathlon to be a part of my life, and I want to live a healthier lifestyle. For now, I'm just keeping very close track of my diet, and doing a lot of base training. I'm looking forward to Cache Valley Tri 2011.