Things getting better

As far as days go, today was fairly epic. I started at 10 at the bike shop, where I did my best to make sure the stool behind the register didn't float away (it was a pretty slow day). Then, after an extremely quick stop back home to change into non-bike shop clothes, I headed to the office for several hours of meetings.

By the time I emerged from the last of these, it was 5 p.m., and it was time to start my work day.

Fortunately for me, I've been getting a little better at being sports editor. My staff cranked out a nice assortment of local stories for Thursday's edition, and I (with some guidance) put together what I hope will be a nice-looking package for the front of Wednesday's B section.

For the third day in a row, we got all of our pages down to the press well ahead of deadline. So things at work are good, even if demanding.

Of course, my busy day necessitated an unplanned day off the bike, but no matter, I'll compensate on my off day on Friday. Besides, I sold three inner tubes today at the shop, and that was important.

I also bought new tires for my bike. I've already mounted the Serfas tires, and will be reporting on their performance shortly. In the past, I've been a bit of a tire snob, but lately I've come to the realization that if I'm value-minded in every other aspect of my bike purchases, why should tires be different?

Also in the past, I've experimented with expensive tires that left me disappointed, so I thought maybe it was time to experiment with cheaper rubber. We'll see how it goes. If the past is any indication, I'm sure I'll wind up buying Continentals next time I need tires. But maybe not.

Speaking of reviews, I've watched the first half of the Battenkill training DVD, and am waiting for the chance to watch the second half before reporting back on the film. Unfortunately (not really) it's been warm enough to ride outside the past week or so, so I haven't yet had the opportunity to watch the DVD. But fear not, I'll get to it soon! That's all for tonight, see you tomorrow!