One way to Seattle...

I've been planning to move to Seattle since January. I've been talking about it, wishing - dreaming - thinking about it, and now I'm finally going. I bought my one way plane ticket yesterday. Sorry guys, no telling when I'm coming back!

One of my wonderful profs. found me an art contact, so hopefully I'll be able to work on some projects while I'm there. Also I'm bringing two bikes - track and road. I'm going to catch the FSA Grand Prix and Alpenrose Challenge (if I can hop a ride down there).

The past week of racing has proved to be one of the most fun in my life. I opped out of the NVGP due to a massive lack of training. Instead, I decided to try my legs at the Fixed Gear Classic. It was fantastic. After not being on a track for almost a year, it went fairly well. Even though I was scared sh*tless - those women pump through the turns crazy fast and close - I'm not disappointed with my results. I mainly sat on the back and attacked when I saw the opportunity, which usually wore me out just enough to cross the finish line near the back. Oh well, I've lot plenty to learn.

The wrong side of the track party ruled, I ate an amazing hamburger grilled by S-One and chilled with the out-of-towners. Next day was the same racing routine, but was followed by drinks at Psycho-Suzies with racers from Seattle, Arizona, Chicago, and lovely MN. Bowling ensued, and I became acquainted with the craziness that is Dan and Adrian. Got to drive Jen Triplett home, and my thanks goes out to her for being patient with my inability to properly shift into 1st gear.

Now we're well into the NVGP - congrats to all the local riders rocking the field.

More track racing tonight!

-steph