I’ve been trying to track down some of my older blog posts from back in the days when I was coding my own CMS platform over at CycleSixtySix.com. I’ve found a few that were worth revisiting. The following are some of the ones I found worthy.
This particular entry was written after the first time I had been back on a BMX bike in almost 15-20 years. In the last 5 years I’ve made my on-again/off-again quite clear. I’m really hoping that one day I can return to this kind of pure unadulterated joy that can only be found on two wheels. This particular entry is also very timely in that it includes an all-too-common New Year’s Resolution.
originally written by: Sean | posted on: 01/04/2004
I busted my ass yesterday.
Third time down a set of stairs, pulled up late, WHAM! I’m on the pavement, sliding on the ground with a couple of stigmata-like wounds as souvenirs.
Did I mention I was riding a bike? A street/flatland BMX to be exact.
Did I also mention that it f*n RULED??!!
Seriously, I loved every minute of the experience. I felt like I was a kid again. Of course, I will grant that when I woke up this morning, I sure as hell felt sore like an old man. But, for those 10 seconds-come-eternity, it was as much fun as I’ve had in a while.
*(others may comment that I am indeed a kid anyhow, but that’s not all relevant at this time)
I got the urge to ride a bmx again. It started out as a bug that crept in during my journey into mountain biking. While I don’t plan on leaving the trails (best exercise/fun combo I’ve ever had) I do plan on learning a few tricks again. I blame most of the motivation on that damn MTV “Made” special.
Seriously, if a 17 year old girl can learn a backflip in 5 weeks, then I know my few years experience in my youth can help me pick up a thing or two now.
There was something therapeutic about riding again. I happened upon a HUGE flatland jam, and watching some of the (possibly) best riders in the country. Totally random timing on my part, but worth the trip. Just me, my bike, and any obstacle with which I choose to play.
Given recent events, what seems like a neverending battle with reality and the victi-whiners, I needed a fall to remind me what is most important.
My obligatory New Year’s Resolution?? Above all else, I’m gonna make sure I have some fun this year.
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