The bad news is that I blew a tube and my pump is broken. Fortunately, I got a fill from somebody with a CO2 cartridge. But, I wasn't able to complete my plan of doing two loops on the first section of the IM course.

The good news is that the workout was a total breeze for me. I rode for about 3 hours and averaged 15.2 mph for a total of about 46 miles.

I'm disappointed that I didn't get to do the second loop, which would have brought me to about 88 miles for the day. But, I'm happy that I'm disappointed as opposed to being relieved that I had an excuse to not have to do the second loop.

I'd still like to see about riding the whole 112 miles next weekend. The biggest issue is figuring out how I'm going to be able to get enough water.

Today I used the Skratch Labs lemon/lime hydration powder and found it to be great. I stopped and got off my bike where every aid station would be. I ate at every other aid station.

I'm beginning to believe that I may just be able to pull this off!