I was still pretty slow and got passed by a good few riders as I neared the top. I got a few "you can do it"s and "you're nearly there" which I interpreted to mean that I must have looked like I was struggling... but I actually felt pretty good. As soon as I felt tired, I slowed right down but I kept pedaling. I didn't stop at the top or at channel 7 or channel 9 but I did continue on to the lookout and checked out the amazing view...and just basked in the fact that it was a glorious day and I did it!
On the way back I bumped into Ruth who was heading off on a river loop. She said she would be keen to join me next time.
So. Mount Coot-tha club starts here. Every Saturday morning 5am from the CityCat stop. We'll be back by 7am and the day is yours although it will be all down hill from there after you've had such a glorious triumphant morning! Check the training speadsheet for confirmation of who's going.
