I finally pulled the trigger and got the new bike I’ve been saving for...but no photos yet, since it’s not here. Unfortunately they didn’t have my size on hand and so now one is on order. It should be in by the middle of next week, then they have to build it, then I have to go in to get it fit and adjusted…THEN I can finally bring it home. I’m trying to be patient, but am very excited.
I decided that I am unique and need a unique bike that is unlike everyone else’s…just kidding. I joined the cool kids club and got the 2009 Cervelo P2 Ultegra SL. I was worried about not standing out at my races, but then I figured I’ll be going so fast I’ll have to draw attention (I wish).
Here’s how it went down:
I went in for a tri-fitting that I scheduled back in November and was planning on this trip being just for the fitting. I was planning on buying from the same store, but I was hoping to wait until their February sale to hopefully grab one of the remaining 2008 P2C Ultegras that they had just gotten in stock (in November) at a great deal. Turns out, people scooped them all up before the sale, so it wasn’t meant to be. Either way, the fit was interesting as it’s my first tri fit. They took some measurements, made an initial setup on the fit bike, had me start riding, adjusted until it looked “right”, had me give my input from a comfort standpoint, then plugged my position coordinates into their CPU. This gave them my perfect geometry, which they then compared to the brands they sell and looked at which bike they could get closest to my perfect position.
I kind of was hoping that I’d be a better fit on a Felt since I just think they’re a little sexier, but I am definitely going for comfort and function over looks…and cervelo fit the bill. Felts are apparently too small in the front end for me (unless I went with the Bayonet fork models, which start at $3600—too high). So, I looked around the store a little bit, then they ordered me my P2.
Originally, when I thought I could snag a deal on an 08 model, I had high hopes of race wheels and/or powermeters. However, the 09 was definitely higher on the price scale, so I no longer have room for those upgrades in my budget, maybe next year. I do have some more money I was planning on spending though, and so I think I’m going to use that to get my new baby setup the way I need it (hydration system, bento box, etc) along with maybe getting a new tri-suit since my old no longer matches my bike, as well as some training DVDs, an aero helmet, and some other random goodies. All in all, I think I’m making out well.
Training is going well overall…mostly run-focused right now. I know I’ll be hitting the trainer more once the new bike arrives to work on getting comfortable in my new position. And I need to turn my old trusty steed back into a traditional road bike and send my old clip-on off to their new home on my sister’s bike.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Friday, January 9, 2009
Back on track
Overdue for an update, I know. I kind of fell off the wagon (or got on, whichever is not the way you want to go) for my training and my diet over the Christmas/New Year’s periods. Big surprise, right? I mostly blame the inconsistent schedule and travel pulling me out of my routine for the lack of training, and the delicious holiday food for the diet slip. But, oh well, I’m not too far set back by it and I’m not yet into my 2009 training schedule, or at least I wasn’t until this week.
The holidays were good, as usual. I’m used to consistently enjoyable holidays of seeing friends and family, all of who I get along with, and this year was no different. I’m not sure there were any really standout moments, but overall it was nice. I did get a little exhausted after our 5 cities in 5 days tour from the 24-28th where we went from Cincinnati to Delphos, OH to Louisville to Columbus to Dayton and back to Cincinnati. At least they were regionally close, but that’s a lot of driving. Then, I worked 3 long days, and we were back off to Memphis to see Kentucky win another bowl game. That’s 3 years in a row, and although winning the Liberty bowl isn’t a huge accomplishment, I could get used to penciling in a bowl trip every holiday season, which is something I couldn’t count on a few years ago.
Anyways, back to Christmas. I’m still treated like a spoiled child (and maybe still am), so Christmas smiled upon me again. I didn’t have a lot of big requests this year and actually wanted more practical things like work clothes, running shoes, and the like. I ended up getting: plenty of clothes, a couple CDs and DVDs, 3 PS3 games, running shoes, money for tri-clothes (needed), a new Spinervals DVD and slick throwback USPS cycling jersey, and an insulated polar water bottle among other things. I know my family does way too much for us for Christmas, but they refuse to hear it when we try to tell them, so we just enjoy it while they still consider us children.
As nice as the holidays were and a mix up in the schedule was good to keep things fresh, I’m happy to be back to my routine. I felt a little lazy and kind of off when I wasn’t being consistent with diet, training, sleep, etc. I think the holidays made me appreciate the life Susan and I (and Derby) have right now. Not that I was unhappy before, but I was definitely missing being home under regular circumstances by the end of the holiday.
So, this week has been a return to training. I’m running again after my month off to heal my hip, so far so good. The return to running gave me a renewed motivation, and I’m officially on my mini-Marathon training schedule now. They also started a weight-loss competition at work this week, which will tie in nicely with motivating me to keep up with my diet. Nothing like the opportunity to earn some cash to help with the diet plan.
Well, I think I’m up to speed now. I’d love to start updating more often, but we’ll see how that goes. I’m not sure I even have that much to talk about. But, either way, happy training and new year.
The holidays were good, as usual. I’m used to consistently enjoyable holidays of seeing friends and family, all of who I get along with, and this year was no different. I’m not sure there were any really standout moments, but overall it was nice. I did get a little exhausted after our 5 cities in 5 days tour from the 24-28th where we went from Cincinnati to Delphos, OH to Louisville to Columbus to Dayton and back to Cincinnati. At least they were regionally close, but that’s a lot of driving. Then, I worked 3 long days, and we were back off to Memphis to see Kentucky win another bowl game. That’s 3 years in a row, and although winning the Liberty bowl isn’t a huge accomplishment, I could get used to penciling in a bowl trip every holiday season, which is something I couldn’t count on a few years ago.
Anyways, back to Christmas. I’m still treated like a spoiled child (and maybe still am), so Christmas smiled upon me again. I didn’t have a lot of big requests this year and actually wanted more practical things like work clothes, running shoes, and the like. I ended up getting: plenty of clothes, a couple CDs and DVDs, 3 PS3 games, running shoes, money for tri-clothes (needed), a new Spinervals DVD and slick throwback USPS cycling jersey, and an insulated polar water bottle among other things. I know my family does way too much for us for Christmas, but they refuse to hear it when we try to tell them, so we just enjoy it while they still consider us children.
As nice as the holidays were and a mix up in the schedule was good to keep things fresh, I’m happy to be back to my routine. I felt a little lazy and kind of off when I wasn’t being consistent with diet, training, sleep, etc. I think the holidays made me appreciate the life Susan and I (and Derby) have right now. Not that I was unhappy before, but I was definitely missing being home under regular circumstances by the end of the holiday.
So, this week has been a return to training. I’m running again after my month off to heal my hip, so far so good. The return to running gave me a renewed motivation, and I’m officially on my mini-Marathon training schedule now. They also started a weight-loss competition at work this week, which will tie in nicely with motivating me to keep up with my diet. Nothing like the opportunity to earn some cash to help with the diet plan.
Well, I think I’m up to speed now. I’d love to start updating more often, but we’ll see how that goes. I’m not sure I even have that much to talk about. But, either way, happy training and new year.
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