SYOK SENDIRI

Sunday, 11 March 2012

A typical and uneventful weekend ride around Putrajaya until a Pakcik on his motorbike approached me and had a short chat with me.

Was on my way home after 70km on the bike when the Pakcik came from behind and started smiling at me. He asked if I was alone and we started a short conversation.

Pakcik : Seorang-ke?

Me : Ya.

Pakcik : Minggu lepas, masuk Le Tour de Langkawi?

Me : (grinning) Tak-lah, pakcik. I main main-je.

Pakcik : Bagus tu. Badan sihat.

Me : Yalah.

Pakcik : Berapa jauh hari ini?

Me : Sampai rumah di Bukit Puchong, 80km.

Pakcik : Wah!! Tak letih-ke?

Me : (lying) Letih jugak.

Pakcik : Kayuh tiap minggu?

Me : (grinning) Ya pakcik.

Pakcik : Kalau tak kayuh, badan sakit-kan?

Me : (grining) Badan tak syok.

Pakcik : Umur berapa?

Me : 40 lebih.

Pakcik : Hah!!! Betul-ke? Badan macam budak budak!!??

Me : (Mega-syok) Betul pakcik, 40 lebih.

Pakcik : Bijak, tahu jaga kesihatan.

Me : Terima kasih

Pakcik : Nama siapa?

Me : Nama i Chee.

Pakcik : Ok, Chee dari Bukit Puchong, jumpa lagi.

Me : Ya Pakcik, bye.

BACK ON THE SADDLE

4 - 7 February 2012

Was meant to ride 4 days in a row over the long weekend. But had a little too much drink (beer & whisky) on Sunday night and slept late (CNY gathering with family), so skipped riding on Monday.

Saturday, 4 Feb 2012 - 70km around Putrajaya

Sunday, 6 Feb 2012 - 90km around Putrajaya

Tuesday, 7 Feb 2012 - 70km OAH, Gombak - Gontong Jaya

Glad I took a day off on Monday, I returned on Tuesday with fresh legs which were crucial for climbing to Gontong Jaya. Opted to limit myself to Gohtong Jaya only (and not all the way to the top of Genting Highlands) as my fitness level was not quite there yet. 

Had a good ride from the Orang Asli Hospital (OAH) to Genting Sempah, a 16km climb. Not at my best but enjoyed the company of a group of young riders.

Climbed to Gohtong Jaya with them. Had a short refill break the usual mamak shop at Gohtong J and then, I rode down alone.

When I reach the foothill, I did something that I had never done before. I made a u-turn and climbed back to Gohtong J again. Strangely, I felt stronger on the 2nd climb.

Didn't stop at Gohtong J on the 2nd trip and rode back all the way to OAH.

2012 ENGINE RESTART

2 January 2012

First ride of the year. Thanks to some magic potions from my father in-law, my backache has eased.

But I am completely out of shape at this point in time. Felt weak, heavy & slow thru out a short 65km ride. Not complaining as it was a beautiful day with almost clear blue sky at Putrajaya, my favourite playground.

Missed my bike so dearly. Really hope I can get back to racing triathlons again.

POWERMAN PHOTOS

"Photos thanks to Janice Chan"

SEASON 2011

Wish I had done more...PD & Kenyir Lake Triathlons, Bareno Half Marathon, Energizer Half Marathon, Putrajaya Nite Half Marathon, KL Standard Chartered Full Marathon, New Balance 15km & Powerman Duathlon