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08-OCT-2005

How Some San Diegans Spent Saturday Afternoon

I mentioned a secret mission in my last photo. Now it can be revealed.
Yesterday I took up a challenge to ride (on my bike) the number of miles
equal to my upcoming birthday (which would be 55). I not only met the
challenge, but exceeded it, doing a "metric century" of 62 miles (100 kilometers).

Given that I took up cycling only four months ago, I was very pleased. I've
lost 14 pounds in this time as well, with no special diet.

I have an alternate PESO for today. Can't decide which I like better --
the one above, or this one: http://www.pbase.com/image/50437292

What's your opinion?

Canon EOS 300D Digital Rebel ,Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 Macro II USM
1/640s f/16.0 at 38.0mm iso100 hide exif
Full EXIF Info
Date/Time08-Oct-2005 16:13:32
MakeCanon
ModelCanon EOS DIGITAL REBEL
Flash UsedNo
Focal Length38 mm
Exposure Time1/640 sec
Aperturef/16
ISO Equivalent100
Exposure Bias0.33
White Balance (-1)
Metering Modematrix (5)
JPEG Quality (6)
Exposure Program
Focus Distance

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Yiannis Pavlis03-Feb-2008 15:01
Nice and creative job.Excellent photograph.
Guest 24-Oct-2005 05:21
Incredible job my friend!
Josy's Pics16-Oct-2005 17:20
Beautiful shot.... nicely captured. Love it!
GMV
Josy
Robin Reid12-Oct-2005 04:49
I like this one Mr. Thin Man. The humans add to the power of the surf.
I'm much impressed with your bike riding.
don nieman11-Oct-2005 09:50
Way to go Gary! A metric centry! Losing all that weight it will be hard to find you in all those SP's. We'll have to look closely. :-)
Guest 10-Oct-2005 18:57
Wow, you`ve lost 14 pounds? That`s great! The accomplishment is fantastic!
Guest 10-Oct-2005 01:06
Congratulations Gary, on for that 14 pounds, for reaching (and exceding) your challenge and congratulations in advance for your birthday, when is the great day?

Congratulations , too, for this excellent image!!!
Pepe Zyman09-Oct-2005 05:08
Excellent contrast on this image and congratulations on the 100K
Guest 09-Oct-2005 04:03
nice silhouette and composition.
btw congrats on your feat! :))
Chris09-Oct-2005 04:02
Beautiful silvery saturday, man. Congratulations on the milestone ride
Dawn09-Oct-2005 03:09
Congratulations on the cycling Gary! Awesome!
Karen Leaf09-Oct-2005 02:32
I can't make up my mind so you get a twofer today, Congrats on the ride (it's a good thing your age isn't measured by the metric sysem, heh) and continuing slimming down. Inspirational on all levels. Really.
Herb 09-Oct-2005 02:29
Great shot, gmv.
Gary I can't tell you how pleasantly surprised I was to see a real photo.
Great news on your weightloss and 100 klicks of bike ride.
You are on the best way to become a lean and mean bike rider.
Di09-Oct-2005 02:04
While both are excellent, I'm going with this one. I just like the comp and the lighting better. Kudos on your personal challenge!!!!
Mindy McNaugher09-Oct-2005 01:52
Stunning shot!!! Love the light glistening off the waves! Wonderful silhouettes and mood!
Gayle P. Clement09-Oct-2005 01:38
Oh, and I think I prefer this one.
Gayle P. Clement09-Oct-2005 01:37
I am so impressed! You must be so proud of today's accomplished. Very nice photo.
laine8209-Oct-2005 01:36
Congratulations Gary...14pounds ( 6.3 Kg ) in 4 months probably equates to 10 years added onto your life so therefore your only 45 yrs old.......way to go !!!

Love this shot too, cannot choose between but can vote for both.
Dan Chusid09-Oct-2005 01:31
I was at a meeting of the Urban Explorers and probably
drove what you pedaled.
Man am I tired!
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