It's been raining all week, humid and muggy, but not too hot. I have been trying to get out on the trails since I got home from a trip out of town on Monday night. Dirt jumps? Soaked. Downhill trails? Like a slip-n-slide. XC trails? I'm not going to be that guy, widening trails to avoid puddles and putting huge tire tracks in the trail by riding when it's wet. So what am I supposed to do? A 25.4 mile ride on the BWI Trail, that's what!
This is exactly the reason I bought this bike and it has served me well. When the trails get too muddy, it's perfect to get the legs pumping a little bit. I've also used it as a commuter. I rode it, while living in our old condo, on a 15 mile round trip commute 3 times a week with a full backpack. It was a great way to start the day and I never had to worry about parking. I also ride it on singletrack and it really keeps me on my toes. It doesn't take much for you to feel something on the trail with 35mm tires.
The bike is a 2009 Kona Jake. Entry level components with Shimano Tiagra shifters and what-nots. Not too bad, though. I have had no problems with anything on this bike at all and I've had it for 2 years now.Sure, it could shift smoother or lose a few grams, but it doesn't bother me, considering the application I use it for.
It was also a good ride for me to do considering I am riding in the Moco Epic next weekend. There are several distances from 25 to 65, but I chose the 38 mile ride. I am regretting not going for the metric century, but I am not that confident in my current fitness level, so maybe I'll try it next year. It was good to be able to pedal for a solid 2 hours like it I did today. I'm feeling pretty good about the ride next weekend and I plan on snapping a bunch of pictures to put up here.
Thanks for reading. Enjoy the ride.
Kyle
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