Suck It Up Princess - Back in (and off) the Saddle

I moved to Port Moody shortly after the first kid popped out, so I'd only been up on Eagle twice before. I figured I wouldn't remember the "long way" up via the old ski hill road that Couch showed me years ago so decided I'd just hike-a-bike up The Dentist. The plan was actually to just stop at the top of the Dentist.. but somehow I ended up on the top. Funny how that works. :)

If any Port Moody crew are organizing rides, let me know. Riding by myself on a mountain I don't know is fun, but probably not very smart. ;)

Excellent story.

Had a 1 season hiatus last year after a seemingly innocent crash here on Harper mountain in Kamloops. After the crash I could barely walk and couldn't stand fully upright…. spent a few hours that seemed like an eternity in emerg to find that there was nothing wrong with me…hmm.

1 week later after the emerg visit, went to the doctor and found out that my back was buggered; 3 compressed vertebrae and a few cracked ribs as well as a concussion. My riding season was over.

During the winter found out that we have a our first child on the way this summer; so I thought this through thoroughly whether or not I am going to be able to get back on the bike… (I am after all, an old fart at the ripe old age of 34); and whether this would be in the best interest of my family if something happened to me again.

To cut the story somewhat short, I am back on the bike; and ripping harder than ever. The bug just can't stay away forever I've found.

The story by Mark Mayo has truly inspired me even more; as now, whenever I have any sort of obstacle to overcome, I take solace in the fact that at least any day out biking is better than any day NOT biking.

Thanks

The 'Port Moody' crew can be found lurking around on http://www.thefatboys.ca/forum/. Usually a couple of us head up eagle sunday mornings and once a week after work. Feel free to message me and we can show you around.
Daryl

Really good read. I think a break from something you love doing is a good thing. You come back rekindled and with more appreciation.

a big long winter does the trick!

great article

Great read! I too had children change my priorities due to a shift working wife and the "tired parent syndrome".

I hope you can safely continue the adventures. Life is too short to be a spectator.