Fixomatosis...

...I've got it. With the road bike out of action for a short while the single speed is the only skinny tyred option at the moment. And with the 14 tooth cog on the back for track racing, i headed over to murrarie this morning for an hour of fixie training around the circuit. I like training at the muzz, mostly because i get to watch the airlines launching out of Brisbane (or arriving when the wind is blowing the other way). I find it very motivating watching Boeing 777s thundering into the sky. Let me tell you a little about the 777.

73 metres long, 65 metres across, 19 metres tall, the 777 is equipped with the most powerful production jet engines in the world, the general electric GE90-115B. During its testing, the GE90-115B set numerous aviation records, including reaching a sustained record 127,900 lbs. of thrust. A glorious sight and sound to behold as they push 350000+kg of aircraft up to over 43000 feet (that's over 13 kilometres up!). Fantastic motivation to kick those pedals and keep working towards your dreams. I want to fly those things one day. Please observe the fasten seat belt and no smoking signs.

In cycling related news, track racing again tomorrow (tuesday) night, and hopefully i can source a new front derailleur for the road bike so i can have a crack at my first crit on saturday morning. Then sunday morning out to chandler again for some more velo action. Stay safe everyone, and live your dreams!!