The Tour of Litchfield Hills 2024
30:17
Episode 3: Our First Gran Fondo!
1:25:24
Mine Hill Gravel Challenge Recon
22:57
Our Recap of the Toad Strangler
18:51
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@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 15 күн бұрын
I believe it’s in the Averytown Nature Preserve, Lambtown Rd. It’s a very short section of trail! Thanks for watching!
@bradburns2056
@bradburns2056 15 күн бұрын
What trail were you on before you got to Groton? I live pretty close to there and it looks like a nice ride. 27:21
@genRelativityrocks
@genRelativityrocks Ай бұрын
Are you guys planning on doing some training videos. I really enjoyed Joy’s zwift series.
@genRelativityrocks
@genRelativityrocks Ай бұрын
I changed to flat pedals from clip less and instantly felt a lot more comfortable with my bike.
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Ай бұрын
Definitely something I can do over the winter! We’ve been doing most of our rides outside!
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Ай бұрын
Yes- clipless needs some getting used to, but whatever feels comfortable for you! I find that clipless pedals gives me better control of the bike.
@Rakoste
@Rakoste 2 ай бұрын
What cam do you use ?
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
DJI Osmo action 3
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 2 ай бұрын
Nice job guy's
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Edward!!
@BarryJHoffman
@BarryJHoffman 2 ай бұрын
Really amazing video- thanks for doing- better quality and great commentary for anyone looking to learn about the TOC. Congrats Joy. Keep up the great riding and thanks agains for helping those to see what a ride is like when considering registering!
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
We appreciate your kind words, Barry and glad you enjoyed the video! Looks like TOC is coming up this weekend. If you’re looking to ride it- best of luck!
@BarryJHoffman
@BarryJHoffman 2 ай бұрын
@@JoyJasonRides registered.. You guys in this year?
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
Unfortunately not this year 😞 we’re starting our training block for Greylock hill climb tt.
@matthias2447
@matthias2447 2 ай бұрын
Pushing hard! How did you create the overlay with all the information like watts, mph etc.?
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I use Telemetry Overlay.
@Gojeku
@Gojeku 2 ай бұрын
Nice effort
@annbarnes9833
@annbarnes9833 2 ай бұрын
Look at that power & HR 🥴💪
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Ann!!
@catspaw3815
@catspaw3815 3 ай бұрын
Push it Joy! Hi guys 😃
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 2 ай бұрын
Hi Cat! You're back! Always a struggle to hold long, steady efforts... 🥵
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 3 ай бұрын
🫡⚡️⚡️⚡️
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 3 ай бұрын
🫡💪
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 3 ай бұрын
Nice job 🫡
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!!
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Edward!
@rug212
@rug212 3 ай бұрын
Congratulations guys! Great ride!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Rusty!
@rug212
@rug212 3 ай бұрын
It’s so frustrating when you can’t unclip like that.
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Yes! Dirt clogged our cleats from when we stopped at the first gravel sector, which prevented us from unclipping! Glad you enjoyed the video!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Of course Joy was the smart one and circled around until she was able to unclip so that she didn't fall! I'm glad I fell to my left side for a change. Sick and tired of falling to the right and messing up my derailleur 🙂
@rug212
@rug212 3 ай бұрын
@@jasonpires82 haha! I know the feeling all too well.
@snoopyboobs
@snoopyboobs 3 ай бұрын
I only have that happen when there is a crowd. I have since switched to egg beaters and it never happens now!
@mikemazzantini6397
@mikemazzantini6397 3 ай бұрын
I don't see you signed up for the Greylock Century Ride...not giving it another go?
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Hey Mike. We wanted to do the Greylock Century this year, but we will be on vacation in North Carolina during that time in July. We definitely want to give it another go at some point. Possibly next year, but we'll have to see what date it takes place...we normally go on vacation in mid-July. We will be doing the Greylock time trial again in September.
@BooksWithBrad
@BooksWithBrad 3 ай бұрын
So what did they end up giving you for an ftp afterwards 170w?
@WheelersAtLarge
@WheelersAtLarge 3 ай бұрын
You are absolutely flying Joy. Fantastic effort 👍
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Thank you Wheelers!! 🥕 chasing! 😂
@rug212
@rug212 3 ай бұрын
Great ride guys!
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Rusty!!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Rusty
@chamfly5783
@chamfly5783 3 ай бұрын
Great review, thanks!
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 3 ай бұрын
Good job guy's 💪
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Thank you always Edward!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Edward
@annbarnes9833
@annbarnes9833 3 ай бұрын
J & J What a great replay of the Highlands Fondo . You both are so fun to ride with and despite Jason thinking it may have been a bad idea( sorry about those injuries ) , I thought it was a GREAT idea as I now have the pleasure of meeting you and following you both.
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Ann! It was so much fun riding with you!! Always fun to ride with a strong 💪🏼 group!! 🥳
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Ann! In hindsight I am glad I rode in the Highlands fondo. If I had skipped it I would have missed out on a fun experience and the opportunity to meet a great group of people, including yourself. It was a pleasure!
@dm9860
@dm9860 4 ай бұрын
Need protein foods for muscles and carbs food for energy water for digestion and hydration.
@dm9860
@dm9860 4 ай бұрын
Honey will help with cough and sore throat. Green tea helps boost immune system.👍
@SveinnHBragason
@SveinnHBragason 4 ай бұрын
Great video! It was fun to see the race from the front of the group perspective. You made those hills look easy!! I definitely huffed and puffed way more whilst making my way up at a snails pace and I almost wiped out at that same turn on my final lap guarding the rear. 😅 I’m definitely doing that event again next year though.
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Sveinn. We will see you there next year for sure! It's one of our favorite events because we love the course and it's close to home. Joy will have to defend her title and I will be seeking redemption. I'm glad you stayed upright on that turn! It was a little sketchy and I will be extra careful there next time. P.S. - our secret to making those hills easier is using a mountain bike cassette on our gravel bikes. Less grinding 🙂
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 4 ай бұрын
Sveinn- whether you're in front of the race, middle, or back it doesn't matter. It's hard either way! Great meeting you!
@rug212
@rug212 4 ай бұрын
Man, that looked like a tough but fun ride. Hate Jason went down like that. At least it made for some good action footage. All in all another great video guys! Congratulations on the win Joy!!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Rusty! I do what I can to provide entertainment 😆 Hopefully next time I will find a less painful way to do that!
@rug212
@rug212 4 ай бұрын
@@jasonpires82 😂
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 4 ай бұрын
Yeeaah nice job guys 🫡
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Edward!
@halley4032
@halley4032 4 ай бұрын
Really helpful video. I purchased a BikeErg a couple of days ago and will likely use Zwift for the Ramp Test (on Zwift for running anyway). But interesting re Power v Cadence and Damper setting. Something I'll need to practise with no doubt. Thanks again
@ODCyr70
@ODCyr70 4 ай бұрын
Congratulations to you guys and glad you're back! 🚵‍♂️ 🚴
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 4 ай бұрын
Thank you!! More events coming so stay tuned!
@steve_m.3403
@steve_m.3403 4 ай бұрын
Joy and Jason, good effort from both of you and you should be proud of yourselves. You were both pretty much on target so don't be hard on yourselves. If you're not looking for any feedback, you can disregard the rest of my comments but one thing I noticed is that you both mentioned wanting to have put out a few more watts during your event. Just remember even though it's a hill climb, in the more level and shallower sections of the climbs as well as the short downhills, aerodynamics still play a role. While you didn't show your entire rides, I noticed you never got into a more aero position which can sometimes make more difference than a bike design. In those flatter or downhill sections, getting down with your forearms parallel to the ground is actually more aero than being in the drops and certainly more than sitting up on the hoods like you have to do during the steeper sections. I can't help but think you could have saved a few watts and many seconds by adjusting your position on the bike in certain sections and by continuing to develop power in this position like time trialists do. Just something to consider........
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! Joy here! There were clips I left out of flatter sections earlier on where I was able to get more aero, but I agree that closer to the top on the rollers I definitely left some marginal gains off the table. I think I was just so over it at that it didn’t occur to me! Definitely still have some room for improvement!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Steve, both for the feedback and for watching the video! I agree with what you said about aerodynamics and that was actually one criticism I had of my performance which I forgot to mention in the video. When we did our recon ride a few weeks before the event, I had actually practiced riding the flat section in the middle with wrists on the hoods, but I totally forgot to execute that during the race and I just defaulted to my normal riding position. This may be because I'm still learning to be "comfortable" in the aero position and I've only practiced it doing sub-threshold or Z2 power. I probably could benefit from practicing the aero position when I'm closer to the limit so that I have enough confidence to use it during a race. Had I gone aero on the flat section I probably could have saved a few seconds and reached my goal time. Anyway, thanks for the constructive feedback.
@blufish11
@blufish11 4 ай бұрын
Great job Joy and Jason! Really enjoyed the training insights you both shared and the video that was so well made. Hope to see you on the road over the next few months!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Jim. Joy does all the magic with the videos. I just carry a camera and talk 🙂Thanks for watching!
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 4 ай бұрын
Good job guy
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Edward. And thanks for watching!
@BarryJHoffman
@BarryJHoffman 5 ай бұрын
nice vid. I was planned on for 2023 but the rain! can you share the air b&B you stayed at? Looking to book for this July 2024. thanks!
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 4 ай бұрын
Sorry this is a little late! Here's the link: www.airbnb.com/rooms/42519062?source_impression_id=p3_1716284243_xGGtcLI7w1rQWOe%2B Good luck this year!
@docdeneve
@docdeneve 5 ай бұрын
For some perspective, growing up in the 80's I was a scruffy youngster on a second hand 10 speed from Sears. My buddies and I often raced bikes through the woods, on foot trails and on dirtbike trails with woops ruts and jumps. Occasionally we hit BIG jumps, like full send dirtbike jumps. A few had bmx bikes, but I never got left behind. Presently, I have both a hardtail mtb and a gravel bike. I use them both on the local singletrack trails. Yes, my mtb is more comfortable and a bit faster in the bumpy stuff. BUT, the gravel bike is actually more fun and a bit faster in the climbs. Hats off to you both for going outside of your comfort zone. Keep practicing and you'll find it's much easier. Also, and probably contrary to what your local bike shop is telling you, clipless pedals are a deathwish with this type of riding - you need to be able to put your foot down and catch yourself in a split second when you slip or loose balance. Cycling is a community made up of all types of abilities and experience levels, and you guys are awesome for going for it like this. Ride ON!!
@LaughingSaint66
@LaughingSaint66 10 ай бұрын
Firstly , funny shirt 😂 what is warmest weather u ride three ? How are they in rain ?? Mahalos
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides 10 ай бұрын
These bibs are not meant to be ridden in the rain because they’re not waterproof. They’re thermal bibs and work well in the cold. I live in the northeast so we have 4 seasons. Thanks for watching!
@FrankieCooks
@FrankieCooks Жыл бұрын
woohoo I made the intro! see you guys next year! Nice job on fourth Jason! And Joy with the WIN! I didn't see the 2nd segment end either, ended up going full out for 22 min, bananas
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
I didn’t have my camera on but luckily Jason was recording you! 😂
@MsMvenus
@MsMvenus Жыл бұрын
Nice video guys!!
@Hdkrbrjfofjfndkele
@Hdkrbrjfofjfndkele Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣😭😭😭😭😭😭🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓💅💅💅💅💅HIIII MOMMMM🤣🤣🤣💅💅💅🤓🤓
@blufish11
@blufish11 Жыл бұрын
Nice riding! By chance I rode West Woods 1 yesterday so watching you 2 ride it today on video was cool. I have a ride at Mohonk in November that Macedonia area with West Woods 1 is great to prep for it. Love these videos of our local gravel roads!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks James! That's awesome that you ride at Mohonk! We've only done 1 ride there but have been there a few times. We seem to like a lot of the same roads. We should meet up sometime to ride Macedonia area.
@blufish11
@blufish11 Жыл бұрын
Jason, That’ll be cool. Maybe set up some day through Strava. Jim
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 Жыл бұрын
Nice job 💪💪
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
Thanks Edward!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Edward!
@rug212
@rug212 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on a great effort guys! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 What bikes and sized tires did you use for this event?
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rusty! We have the Lauf Anywhere gravel bike with Maxxis Rambler 40c tires.
@rug212
@rug212 Жыл бұрын
@@JoyJasonRides you guys turned me on to Lauf. I’m looking at getting the Seigla early next year.
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rusty!
@rug212
@rug212 Жыл бұрын
Great video and effort Jason! And thank you for the dialogue content. Very informative stuff for me. As a newbie this is invaluable.
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rusty! It's been a while since I did one of these. I should get back to doing more of them. Joy and I have been doing more focused training this for specific events, but now that the season is coming to an end hopefully we will have more freedom to get out there and just send it!
@WheelersAtLarge
@WheelersAtLarge Жыл бұрын
You guys are all in on the hard stuff... Epic💪
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
Yes! even I can’t believe it 😅
@donnawilson9779
@donnawilson9779 Жыл бұрын
Great video! So glad you did the race see you next year :)
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
Thanks Donna! We’re determined to get a PR next year!
@blufish11
@blufish11 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic work you guys! Nice video work too (I have to stick to the South side)😅
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We've never done the South side, so we don't know what we're missing 😆
@edwardsiri1609
@edwardsiri1609 Жыл бұрын
Nice job guys 💪
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! And thanks for watching!
@rug212
@rug212 Жыл бұрын
Awesome job guys!!
@JoyJasonRides
@JoyJasonRides Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It was a hard 1hr effort! 🥵
@jasonpires82
@jasonpires82 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! And thanks for watching!