I just got back from a long weekend of epic mountain biking on the Maah Daah Hey trail in the badlands of North Dakota. It was a great time; I got some of the best endurance and hill training I've gotten in all season. Fortunately, mother goose and co-worker, Gregg, is a master of planning which makes the trail seem much less daunting. For a recount of what it can be like heading out on your own to try to conquer the trail, follow this link. But due to near perfect weather conditions and a shepherd who steered the flocks of riders in the right direction, we safely and happily plodded along the trail. I can say "happily" now, although had you asked me a few days ago just after one of the thousands of feet of climbing I did, I don't know if that's the word I'd use. Fortunately, what goes up must come down and we were able to do some pretty wicked descents as well. I have the bruises to prove it! Got thrown from the bike a few times. All in all; an excellent trip. One I will add to my yearly calendar. More pics on my travel blog.
