Bicycle Diaries
30 years riding, 15 years writing
Choking on Pollen
Mid ride I was coughing and I could hardly see the road ahead. My eyes were tearing and I couldn’t drink enough water to keep my throat cleared.
The tree pollen was high today and the windy conditions didn’t help the situation. I’m not allergic to pollen, but when you’re huffing and puffing from an intense workout, there’s not much you can do about keeping those tiny particles from invading your system. A nice shower afterwards and I was back to normal again.
We should get some rain tonight or tomorrow that should alleviate the situation for the weekend.
MTB: distance 21.75 miles, average speed 13.8 mph.
Charlotte, NC
Spent 10 years in Charlotte, a block away from an entrance to the McAlpine Creek Greenway.
Switched to a mountain bike from the road bikes I was accustomed to riding for 15 years.
The time spent on these trails was most appreciated.
Trek Fuel 70
