2015 Austro-Daimler TT Carbon Limited.

[novocaine]

This is the final mockup before cabling the bike. So the grips got the final trim and the hairspray overspray removed, the brake levers and shifters transition nicely into the 2mm thick Soyo grips. For me this is good fit with palm support.
Next up is cabling so we are getting closer to a test ride .

https://flic.kr/p/2ro4Z8u

Have A Grand Day: Mike

you sprayed the bars with hairspray?

ya daft bugger, it's meant to go in the grip.

 

[Nob]

you sprayed the bars with hairspray?

ya daft bugger, it's meant to go in the grip.

Yeah but he doesn’t want them blowing around in the wind…..

 

[Blackbike]

My mental state has been sagging lately due to a minor injury. Much to my surprise I now have a inguinal hernia.
I'm still training to go Time Trailing in spite of my injuries as the clock is ticking.
So what am I doing about it, I bought a Amazon hernia belt and spent a few days adjusting it for maximum effect and it does a good job of of keeping everything where it belongs and it is as comfortable as can be expected, but it does look like something Tim Curry would wear...

So what next... Dr.'s appointment next week to get fondled and see what the repair plan is. in the meantime I will hire somebody to lick my wounds.
As I turn 69 next month my thoughts are "Fook It I'm Not Dead Yet, full speed ahead.

https://flic.kr/p/2rpedJT

: Mike

 

[highlandsflyer]

My mental state has been sagging lately due to a minor injury. Much to my surprise I now have a inguinal hernia.
I'm still training to go Time Trailing in spite of my injuries as the clock is ticking.
So what am I doing about it, I bought a Amazon hernia belt and spent a few days adjusting it for maximum effect and it does a good job of of keeping everything where it belongs and it is as comfortable as can be expected, but it does look like something Tim Curry would wear...

So what next... Dr.'s appointment next week to get fondled and see what the repair plan is. in the meantime I will hire somebody to lick my wounds.
As I turn 69 next month my thoughts are "Fook It I'm Not Dead Yet, full speed ahead.

https://flic.kr/p/2rpedJT

: Mike

Take it easy Mike. There are always a few more tomorrows.

 

[Frankenorange]

Sad to hear your news, Mike. I hope you get it all sorted asap .

 

[Blackbike]

Take it easy Mike. There are always a few more tomorrows.

I think what's bugging me is I had a fairly tight plan for training and the race and this injury just blew all the plans out of the water, because of the time uncertainty. My body letting me down was not good news and mentally I havent come to terms with it.

: Mike

 

[Blackbike]

Sad to hear your news, Mike. I hope you get it all sorted asap .

Thank you, being competitive is always been a thing with me and I need to get into the mindset that I just need time to heal and get over myself.

: Mike

 

[Nob]

Hopefully you’ll get over this hurdle & back on track soon..

 

[ChromeChainstay]

injuries heal, and then the training to get in the tuck position and hold it for extended periods

 

[Blackbike]

The ball is now rolling on the hernia repair, I am opting for the robotic procedure because, smaller incisions, a better installation of the mesh reinforcements, and quicker healing.

The first appointment is on September 11 (I know 9-11 wasn't a good day here in the USA) for a jiggle and poke and fill out the paperwork.
The doctor/surgeon I chose has a great reputation and as far as I can tell he hasn't killed anyone yet : )
So I have high hopes for a good result.

The surgery should follow closely around mid to late September. Work is going to cover 75% of my pay for 40 days for my recovery so no worries there. As it looks to me mid October I should be operational for light training.

To keep my spirits elevated I have been engaging in retail therapy and bought a load of titanium hardware for low strain/effort bicycle entertainment during my downtime. More updates as they happen.

Wishing Everyone A Wonderful Week: Mike