Most of the RAMHOOD crew @ the Butler CabinMy weekend didn't start exactly as I would have liked it. Especially one that we were going to ride a ton and have lots of guests at the cabin. Friday morning I went for an early ride with Melissa and thought I would have a quick snack before I went grocery shopping. That attempt landed me in the emergency room for 2 hours. I used my new cheese knife my mother in law sent me and found out it was a really good one. It was super sharp. Kendra was kind enough to come and get me as I was laying on the floor with my arm up trying not to pass out. (I don't do well with blood). In fact, the Dr. that put a few stitches in the severed tip of my 4th finger on my left hand told me I was rather pathetic, as I cried and almost threw up several times, considering what I do for a 'living.' It's true, I am totally a baby when it comes to blood and cuts. That is why I prefer not to crash. I can't handle the aftermath.
Well, I survived. I was sent home with 3 stitches and a very sore tip of my finger. I was still sick every time I thought about it. But I managed to make dinner at the cabin one handed, shying away from cutting anything and asking for help. And the next day the fun began...
The 3RD ANNUAL RAMHOOD took place on Saturday. We had some new faces. The weather was perfectly cool and the 95 miles and 9100 feet of climbing was enjoyed by all. It was a nice leisurely pace, but eventually everyone had to ride their own pace and make their way back to the cabin for the feast of feasts. A good ride is always followed by a good meal and Saturday night was no exception. Except too many people left before we ate and we all had to eat extra to make up for it. But heck, Brad Ross came, and that guy can eat. :)
One of the many stops to regroup.
Tim finds a snack @ the Mt. Hood Grocery in Rhodi.
This year we were treated to many views of Mt. Hood.
Post ride treats: Vegetarians eating ribs. I guess when you are in rome...
We celebrated Russ' birthday in style.
Sunday we got a late start and had about 14-15 people for a hearty pancake breakfast and then some opted for shuttle ride while we went and rode some sweet singletrack, up and down.
There is really nothing better than good friends, good food and good fun at the cabin. My finger survived. I won't say it didn't hurt at times, b/c it did, but somehow it doesn't hurt as much when riding dirt and descending down some of my favorite trails!
Maia joined us for pancakes on Sunday.
Anna, me and my finger, & Uwe
Well, I survived. I was sent home with 3 stitches and a very sore tip of my finger. I was still sick every time I thought about it. But I managed to make dinner at the cabin one handed, shying away from cutting anything and asking for help. And the next day the fun began...
The 3RD ANNUAL RAMHOOD took place on Saturday. We had some new faces. The weather was perfectly cool and the 95 miles and 9100 feet of climbing was enjoyed by all. It was a nice leisurely pace, but eventually everyone had to ride their own pace and make their way back to the cabin for the feast of feasts. A good ride is always followed by a good meal and Saturday night was no exception. Except too many people left before we ate and we all had to eat extra to make up for it. But heck, Brad Ross came, and that guy can eat. :)
One of the many stops to regroup.
Tim finds a snack @ the Mt. Hood Grocery in Rhodi.
This year we were treated to many views of Mt. Hood.
Post ride treats: Vegetarians eating ribs. I guess when you are in rome...
We celebrated Russ' birthday in style.There is really nothing better than good friends, good food and good fun at the cabin. My finger survived. I won't say it didn't hurt at times, b/c it did, but somehow it doesn't hurt as much when riding dirt and descending down some of my favorite trails!
Maia joined us for pancakes on Sunday.
Anna, me and my finger, & Uwe
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