I will second Ian's lack of bike interest in the midst of poopie weather. I am starting to see that a big part of the training is not just physical: CAN I ride a bike for hours on end? But there is also a mental discipline that needs to be exercised aswell: WILL I ride a bike for hours on end...?

The drive to train right now hardish as I am the only one around to push myself. Once the trip gets underway, I know that Ian and I will be able to help each other stay on track. (Even if it is with him 'drafting' behind me... bastard!)

I have been able to keep track of my training routes with the use of an App on my iPhone. [Can be found at http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/? and search for 't.whelen' around the Courtenay area. But the site is quite clunky... easier to check FB if you have it]