Beautiful ride this afternoon sussing out potential running routes for my self-supported ultra in November. Did the Big Loop Around Ottawa and with the detours managed to fit in 42.5km. If I can tack on another 8km, that might do! I have a few more possibilities to explore and nine weeks!
When I was looking for routes, I came across an 800km bike packing route. It has been years (pre-kids) since I did any long bike trips but I will admit, I am considering it. I might do a little research and see if I can come up with a training plan so I would be able to pull it off.

#BikeRides #OttBike #SeenOnMyRide #GetOutside #UltraRunning #UnofficialUltra #XTRaining

Pyramid intervals on the trainer again. Freezing rain the past few days have made running intervals outside a little too risky for me. Happy to spend some time with Da Missus (my racing bike). Absolutely nailed the intervals! Solid session. Yoga Practice 1089.
#TrainerSession #BikeIntervals #UltraTrail #XTraining #Running

A stand of conifers planted in 1962, lined up uniformly, seen from the ground, looking up. Ground, trees, and all the brush and undergrowth are coated in snow. Blue sky is peeking through the canopy.

Glorious snowshoe today! What a perfect day to #GetOutside
#Winter #WinterScenery #WinterInOttawa #XTraining #UltraTraining #SnowSports

Got some classic skis from La Poubelle du Ski today. $145 CAD is a bargain and the equipment is in decent condition!
My first race of 2023, is actually a Nordic ski 18km on the banks of the st Lawrence river: La Virée Nordique: https://vireenordique.com
Wish me luck! #XTraining #xcountryskiing #ultrarunning #trailrunning