40 Goals

Supermum got round in a respectable 4:47 Quite amazed at the level of interest in this one. Slightly ashamed that I didn't actually run it, despite having a number. I could blather on about injuries and training complications but in truth it came down to either my wife or I would miss the event to look after the kids (our "sitter" pulled out of the trip a few months earlier). Given I've had all the attention this year with the FWC, AdH time trial and Etape it seemed only right that 'er indoors should get the gig. She did us proud with a painful, but satisfying 4:47 (which is also a PB). I'll be posting her account of what turned out to be an amazing day (and trip to the Big Apple) at a later date (i.e. when she has written it). The photies look pretty good too. I'm busy planning this season and getting those UK sportives booked up ... I'm definitely back for the '08 season and raring to get cracking.

Probably look after the kids whilst Sam runs. Childcare issues and injuries have kept me off the streets. I got up to 18 miles and in good shape so "I could make it round" - but not sure I'd actually enjoy it ... of course my motivation may change when I get there and get caught up in the atmosphere etc. A week in the big apple cheering on the missus is all good though. Will report back on 'er indoors rather than 'im upstairs.... You must have noticed the Etape route was posted recently Pau-Hautacam over Le Tourmalet. Looks like a nice route - but not quite a taxing as this year's. I really fancy a pop at La Marmotte and the time trial on the following day ........

NYC Marathon Booked Yep, after the Alpe and Etape I'll be pounding the pavement during November in Manhattan - and getting in some early Christmas shopping no doubt. This time I'll be able to enjoy the event and training with my wife who will also be competing. Actually she's doing the Stratford Marathon next weekend as neither of us got in to the FLM (for the fourth time in a row). I came to cycling from running so hopefully going back won't be a biggie. Of course the weightloss from the cycling is a big bonus - my knees should be very grateful at least.