This post was emailed to me by a RoadBikeRides.com member Samantha “Sam” Newman that I thought was worthy of posting.
Peace
Joy
Freedom
This is why I Ride
Clarity
Focus
Grace
This is why I RIde
Searching
Beauty
Perfection
This is why I RIDe
Moment
Singular
Oneness
This is why I RIDE
Reflecting
Existence
Transgressions
This is why I RIDE!
We all search for the moment when we are at utter peace and find the perfection we are in search of. When nothing matters but a single point in time and we can truly understand our place in the world. This is the zen of cycling!!
As always Ride-Strong!
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Arizona Highways rated the Saguaro National Monument as one of the top bike rides in Arizona in the March 2008 issue on page 21. It was not voted the best ridefor the mileage but for its beautiful desert scenery. This is a beautiful loop on the east side of Tucson, Arizona and the cycling blog of Ride-Strong.com would love to share this desert beauty with you. If you are ever in Tucson, AZ it is a must ride.
“Lance Armstrong trained for the Tour de France in Tucson, AZ but you don’t have to be an elite athlete to hit the road in Arizona. Whether you ride a Madone6.9 Pro Trek or a Schwinn Stingray with a banana seat and sissy bar, there’s a road-biking route in this state that’s just right for you. Ride on.” Christine Maxa of Arizona Highways
As you can see from the profile above there is a good little climb in the middle of the ride that will get your heart pumping.
There is a guard gate as you enter the park. When the park is open there is a charge of $5.00 for cyclist and is well worth the cost. For more information call 520-733-5153 or visit www.nps.gov/sagu
http://www.roadbikerides.com/ride/view/saguaro_national_park_east/108
Map Of Saguaro National Monument
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