Lit up at Lester (recap)

Total distance: Varies - 8.24 miles+

Participants: Keven, Greg, and Bill S.

Highlights: Fast conditions generally and the 2nd half (all downhill!)

Detailed stats and interactive map

Recap: We decided to start a bit earlier this week...we'll see if this is a time that sticks, so stay posted. It was fun to reconnect with Bill after several weeks. It had been a year since I'd seen Bill on skis and I continue to be amazed at how effortless skate skiing can look for someone with experience! I know he works hard when skiing, but his form inspires those of us that wonder if we'll ever get there. Greg is definitely on his way to that same rhythm, if not already there.

If you haven't been to Lester, my highlight above may be useful to you. The first 1/2 or more is nearly all up hill. During this time, your heart is pounding, your lungs are gasping, and, for some (me included), you wonder what you are doing wrong. That brings us to that special turn...the one where you start the descent that was especially fast this week due to the trail conditions. In an instant, the skier goes from a panting pansy to a roller coaster flying the rails. Take a look at the stats and map link above, because it is easy to see when flipping between the elevation and HR sections. By the time you reach the "bottom", you have nearly forgotten the arduous journey up and up and up and you decide to take another loop to quickly refresh your memory;)

Hope to see you next soon!