So nice, I bought it twice

I am slightly better and attribute that to the Injectifer (ferric carboxymaltose injections) treatments.  I had my second treatment on September 15.  From everything I read, and if the way I feel is correct, getting my iron up means more energy and sleep!

My Bronx D500 DV on the Long Haul Trucker

With more energy, I have been riding more and have gained strength.  While I enjoy riding my Bionx D500 DV on my Surly Long Haul Trucker, it is frustrating that once I hit 20 MPH, the motor has a significant drag.  I LOVE the Long Haul Trucker ride, but it is difficult to remove the Bionx system if I want to ride it without the weight and assistance of the Bionx system.

Therefore, I purchased a second Long Haul Trucker to ride with my girlfriend and not have the extra weight or Bionx boost.  Onat, I can exceed 20 MPH on the flats without the drag I get with the Bionx.  My assumption is correct.  With the new bike, I would ride the Bronx D500 when tired.  It may allow me to ride to work more often and get a solid workout.  Besides, I would leave the Bionx bicycle home if the weather is questionable.  The 30-speed ride should still be nice, even without the Bronx help.

I did get out a few times this week:

• September 11

  

  Surly Long Haul Trucker

  , morning 17.3 miles in 1:05:26
• September 11, afternoon 13 miles in 0:47:47
• September 13, morning 16.8 miles in 0:58:26
• September 13, afternoon 17.7 miles in 1:07:50
• September 14, morning 16.9 miles in 1:04:40
• September 14, afternoon 20.1 miles in 1:15:58
• September 17, day 17.4 miles in 1:42:06

Therefore, 119.6 miles for the week.  That is good, and I do not feel overly exhausted.

I bought a Bluetooth speaker for my bicycle and love my choice.  The sound is excellent, and it also has a horn.  It's the Venstar S404 speaker, and it sounds great!

Overall, I am better.  My INR last check was 2.2, so it is stable.  An odd occurrence happened at the previous appointment: the nurse looked at me as she took my pulse.  It was a confused look.  She proceeded to take my pulse a second time.  Again, she needed clarification, and I inquired.  She said my resting rate was 48 BPM.  That was nice!

Things are better.  So carry on, my friends, carry on!