biker man

About 2 months ago Kevin decided that he was going to do a triathalon. He found one in Key West on Saturday December 3rd, and he is pretty excited about it. He looked into road bikes when we first moved to Miami because he figured it was good exercise and he could ride his bike to work. I wasn't too fond of the idea of him riding to work because the drivers here aren't great, and I also don't think Kevin would be able to wake up early enough to ride to work, hahaha. Mornings are not really his thing. Anyway, so that idea fizzled out until recently.

About 2 weeks after finding the triathalon date, he found himself this bright orange bike at a local bike shop. It was pre-owned, but in awesome condition. He brought that bike home, and he was so happy to ride around our neighborhood. Of course he got Andre involved, so now Andre has a new bike which is also housed in our garage. They have been pretty funny with their training since Andre doesn't swim well, and running is hard for Kevin with his knee. I have also had to rescue them on a few occasions due to flat tires, but they are happy so I am happy. (And I am secretly looking forward to a weekend adventure to Key West in December!!)

Just thought you might enjoy a pic of him and his bike :)

The promised pictures

See previous post for adventure details, but I wanted to include a few pictures for your enjoyment. I am hoping you can get a sense for the whole hilarious-ness of the day. I only wish we had a picture of us riding through the pouring rain, pedaling our little hearts out, trying to beat the sun going down. This mental picture will always be a classic. And with that, here are a few of the highlights...

Kevin didn't want to wear a helmet, but Kimberly told me I had to

or else she was going to tell Dad. Hahahaha...gotta love big sisters.

At the head of the trail, before we knew what we were getting ourselves

into!! Also, please notice how Kimberly so nicely matched the helmet. I

didn't get the memo. Kevin really didn't get the memo...maybe this is

why he decided to forgo the helmet?

Bridge that crossed over the freeway.

We still looked pretty chipper at this point.

Me and Kimberly. I look like a freak, but I was roasting and I

couldn't wear my sweatshirt any longer.

This is about the time that we decided we should call for a cab to pick

us up. It was pitch black and we were completely soaked.

The gas station where we waited...without functioning bathrooms :(

This placewas a real dive...look closely and you can see car seat

benches behind us. Possibly serving as additional seating for patrons?

Trying to fit three bikes into the taxi cab.

Probably one of the funniest parts of the night!

The end.

Kimberly, hopefully we can do this again real soon :)