Monday, May 06, 2013

Paris to Ancaster 2013 - wrap up


I looked at the hit-counter for this blog and it was crazy!  The first thing I thought was 'what could I possibly have to offer that is that interesting?!' and then I realized its because people are searching "Paris to Ancaster" just like I am.

If you are stumbling across me that way I welcome you to stick around.  Whoever you are, you have given me a nice boost and I thank you!

There are many, many photographers along the length of the course and a few of them are entrepreneurs who sell photos to the participants (just like when you get off a big roller-coaster!).  Last year I purchased the only shot of me that I could find and I knew I'd do that again this year because I seldom get a chance to have an action picture of me.

It turns out I had a few to choose from.  One was clearly within the first 3-4 kilometers because there is neither mud on my bike nor my body.  Plus I have this huge, stupid grin that I guarantee did not last past 10k.  Passed on that one.

There's a series of me from another company who captured my finish.  It could not contrast better with the first shot.  I look like I've just returned from 'Nam.  Those shots were ok, but I always had my mouth open like a bass hitting for a fly.  Passed on those.

I settled on the one above even though I'm not looking at the camera (probably for the best).  It's not likely too far into things either but it's a good in-between photo nonetheless.

I guess I already posted that I came in just over three hours.  I think I have the Beast figured out and I am hoping for a sub three hour showing next year.

4 comments:

  1. That's a cool shot. I like that you're not facing the camera. Has me wondering what you were looking at.

    ReplyDelete
  2. You are becoming quite the racer. What's next Trans Iowa?

    ReplyDelete
  3. That looks like a heckuva fun race. I wish we had something similar, here in Colorado...

    ReplyDelete
  4. Thanks for your comments everyone.

    @Randy - thanks for affirming my selection!
    @Pondero - I think I enjoy the camaraderie of a race more than the actual competition. I'd love to do the Trans!
    @Jon - It's a really well-run event. It'd be worth the trip!

    ReplyDelete