Memorial Day - Mt. Biking in Bend, Oregon

There is no better place to be then in Bend, Oregon mountain biking around Phil’s Trail on Memorial Day. This weekend was the first time I was there and the weather was a bit questionable. It was a cool and cloudy few days to ride in. I’m not complaining, like I said, there is no better place to be then Bend.

I stayed at Eagle Crest just outside of Redmond in a beautiful little one bedroom condo. Cozy, quaint, and decorated similar to what I would do with rich earth colors and sparse nic-nac junk. I am into clean and organized environments.

I enjoyed my ride but have to admit I wasn’t riding as strong as I did the last time I visited the area. With all the extra cold rainy days we’ve had in the Portland area I haven’t gotten nearly the miles in this year. This time last year I was getting 80 to 100 miles a week in. Currently I am averaging 45 to 60 per week. It is funny how I compare each year of fitness to the next. I gauge this years cycling success to last years.

I took in a great walk at Drake Park, a stole up Wall Street and found a path with about 100 cute dogs on it behind the Old Mill District. I got my dog petting and oogglling quota in for the next four months. I had to laugh at the truth to the saying “Owners look like their pets.” Well, a little.
What type of dog would you be if you had to compare?

Me, I’d be a mutt, made up of a:

Labrador (because I am so soft-hearted)
Basenji (because I have way too much energy)

Beagle (because they are so strong willed)