Was initially planning on doing 8 x 5 minutes @ 10k pace, but ran out of time and only did 6. Legs felt okay, stomach not so happy. I also really wish I'd done an actual measured 10k or 5k or something to get a more solid read on my pace. There were opportunities, just always something conflicting! Doh! Also my shoes are so falling apart, but my stupid Karhu order still hasn't arrived, but they took my money a month ago!
Ran out of time because I went down to the ENSC race team ski swap, sold 1 pair of skis, a pair of boots, and a binding, so I'm up $575! That'll pay for... maybe 1/4 of my gear for next season? 4 new pairs of Fischers, new classic boots, possibly some Triacs and maybe new Skate boots if those Madshus are as comfortable as the classics. And maybe a new outfit. And Oakley FastJackets when they're available in custom. And that cool looking Swix backpack. And I'd need matching gloves with my Triacs, of course. And I'm almost out of Vega powder. Oh crap and I'll need Xcelerator bindings for all those skis! And maybe one of those new Garmins. I think I may have a problem.
On the learning front, today's topic is:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strmo_Rebro
Did you know this town has a population of only 11 people, yet it still has its own Wikipedia page? Crazy!
Podcast interest generally positive (I'm extrapolating), so time to write up some possible material for 4-5 episodes, just to know I could plausibly come up with topics to keep it going past one. Also buy a decent mic. Found one for 50 bucks which got the CBC associate producer seal of approval.