Got my butt kicked

Every so often it is a good thing to have your ass kicked. My "boot" of choice this last weekend was a 100 mile bike ride around Canyon de Chelly National Monument. We (my lady friend and I) rode 45 miles the first day, gaining abuot 2,000 feet in elevation over 25 miles on dirt roads and another 20 miles on pavement. Camping out that night (we had panniers with camping gear on our bikes) was a bit chilly, snow on the ground, about 15 degrees. Next day was about 58 miles, all on pavement (thankfully). Not bad for my first bike touring experiance, and beatiful country, but ohhh, my aching crotch... Still, it was worth it.

Hmm, since I am doing this at work (it's ok, it is my lunch break) maybe I'll show you what I've been up to....HERE!