Survived and Re-Energized.

Last week was SXSW in Austin, TX. Even though I did miss one day in the pool last week - overall I kept it together with my training. The best part was that I could get some bike riding in on Thursday, Friday and Saturday by taking my bike downtown and riding around during the festival. I took a few pics of my travels on my bike so I will share a few. The best part was not having to wait or sit in traffic. I could get around everywhere I needed on my bike since numerous streets were closed so it was fun getting around and since downtown has some pretty good hills, my hamstrings definitely got a work out. 

I wasn't the only one with the bike idea :)

So about 2,200 official bands converge upon Austin for a week and play at over 100 venues. It is definitely crowded with people and musicians. Here is a just a normal sight - bands carrying their gear from one place to the next. 

There were also pedicabs galore. I am sure the bars on 6th st and the pedicabs all made good money. I bet the bars made their entire year in one week. 

Here's a pic of a local pedicab owner pedaling around a customer

This was my first ever SXSW and it was a fun experience. I saw some bands, did a lot of people watching and still got some cycling in. I really forgot how much I enjoy live music and since half of the bands I saw were free to get in, it was definitely a win win. Now back to my normal life, training, routine and kids. I did miss my kids a bunch over spring break but they had fun with their dad and I got to recharge and fill my soul a bit. It was a win-win for everyone. 

I also went by Bicycle Sport Shop over the weekend and figured out all the gear I need to get equipped for my tri. I also drooled a bit looking at all the amazing bikes they have. One day at a time. I am going to get through this triathlon with my 1980's Univega and then make a way to get an amazing road bike later on this year. I just need to get through May 5, 2013 and we'll see what happens.