Comments on: Back Up On The Horse

By: The Hamer

The Hamer — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 22:39:04 +0000

Hey there Mr. Fatty, I believe you just opened your “suitcase of courage” and it all worked out.

By: MattC

MattC — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:56:34 +0000

About that strange running thing everybody’s talking about… Seems I’ve heard of it…maybe seen pictures or something. Looks horrid! I think I’d rather hit myself in the thumb with a hammer (repeatedly)..much like running, it feels so good when you stop. Thank you, may I have another? But for those who do choose to partake in this strange cult sport, good on ya’! Leaves more room on the trails for me (cuz it’s all about ME!) Unless you’re running ON said trails…then not so much.

By: MattC

MattC — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:50:30 +0000

I know I’m late to the party but JUST finally donated to Dustin’s page…better late than never! Been away on business travel for a momth and I’m still getting my life back in order. sheesh…so much to do, so little time. I don’t know how you do it Fatty…(I thought your reply was pretty great actually btw).

By: Mark in Ottawa

Mark in Ottawa — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:44:33 +0000

Fatty,
I know exactly what you mean. Some days are just “off” without a good explanation…and some days are just “on” which is equally unexplainable. I try to keep cycling and running fun, so when I’m having a really “off” day, I try to have some fun or I cut the ride/run short. When I’m on though….BEST DAY EVER!!!!

Glad you were able to follow up a tough run with a great one. The Hammer…she is wise!

Mark (in Ottawa, Canada)

By: gregc

gregc — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:04:32 +0000

Donation made, and as wife#1 says, the team pulled together and pushed it over the goal line.

I need to get one of those snarkiness (snarkyness?) detectors for my office too, I’ve been known to occasionally fire off a mostly well intentioned message that was less than well considered and worded. I thought your reply was spot on and actually nicer than I would have been.

By: Jenni

Jenni — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:19:44 +0000

Fatty, the snarkiness obliterator. GO GO FATTY!!

If sucky could fly, running would be an airport.

By: AK_Chick

AK_Chick — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 02:09:44 +0000

Liz: Running? What’s running?

It’s like biking, but slower. And more painful. – FC

Amen! That’s why I don’t run. Or at least not very often. Thanks for another awesome post! I’d have to say even a bad day riding, I love it. I do struggle with being slow and getting really frustrated. I want to be faster! I’m kind of accepting I have a diesel engine and it’s a small diesel, so that while I can do big events, I’m probably never going to be fast. But reading your posts and your words of encouragement really help give me hope.

Also, DavidH can’t possibly be a long-time reader if he would have the gall to write that about you. Oh my goodness. You have helped so many who aren’t famous. I don’t believe Dustin is famous, but a kind-hearted and generous individual who happens to work for a great company. Your true fans and readers know that what he wrote isn’t true. You are one of the most generous and kind-hearted people out there. You literally have to be forced to keep your gifts. Thank you for everything you do!

PS I’m not trying to suck up after my Shimano/SRAM foot in mouth experience, I swear I’m not. I’m just telling the truth.

By: Clydesteve

Clydesteve — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 01:01:13 +0000

Saturday to Monday – just about enough recovery time from a hard effort to gain the fitness you earned with the poopy 15-mile run. So you run fast.

Fatty – this is not that complicated – you gain fitness during recovery hard efforts like your 15-mile run tear you down.

Intensity followed by rest – a proven formula, just ask Chris Carmichael.

Now I shall go rest from an intense period of eating Southern fried delicacies in Louisiana on business. I hope this works out for me….

By: davidh-marin,ca

davidh-marin,ca — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:11:29 +0000

I have to say I feel bad. I fear I may have pushed our fearless leader over the edge. My comment about the +3 Network wasn’t meant to call Fatty “out in public” rather a gentle reminder to us all to keep up the effort for WBR with SRAM and +3. I may be required to pass future comments past the “pitbull” before submitting them. If my actions caused someone else to be blamed, please accept my Mea Culpa.

Looking forward to Dustin’s write up, and word on our representative at the ride. I’m going to mark it on my calender for next year, I’d love to field a group of us.

DavidH (not that one)

By: Jeff Bike

Jeff Bike — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:14:04 +0000

Fatty knocks out DavidH with a quick combination of sharp jabs and solid body blows.
We all thought he was just a mild-mannered blogger, he is the super hero cyclist, runner and fund raiser. “You don’t tug on superman’s cape. You don’t spit into the wind. You don’t pull the mask off of the old lone ranger and you don’t mess around with Fatty”