Tour de fat 2010

I motored my way down to New Belgium’s Tour de Fat on Saturday.  Yes, I said motored.  It was for the best really.  1) The only bike I own is my ten speed from Junior High (total 80’s … black, with pink and turquoise accents … and two flat tires); 2) The last time I rode a bike I ran over my own leg (yeah, I don’t know, but it’s true); and 3) If I rode a bike from home, with my current chubs, in the 90 degree temps, I would be dead (and hence, no pictures for you).

So while driving to a bike festival may seem like a major fail, it was really a win. 

We went later in the afternoon so we would be sure to catch March Fourth Marching Band.   It was hotter than blazes—the amount of sweat pouring forth from my body was most unfortunate.  But oh the spectacle of it all! 

By the time we left I was ready to go out and purchase a bike … and the perfect attire for next year’s shenanigans. 

For those unable to experience the wondrous whimsy yourselves—never fear! I snapped a few shots, just for you.    

So slap on your ID bracelet…

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Grab yourself a Fat Tire, and prepare to be amazed …

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7 Comments

  • Maggie Hirko
    23 August 2010 - 9:06 am | Permalink

    That is just awesome! I'm so glad you guys went. Next year you will definitely have to participate. I have some awesome multi-colored argyle over the knee socks this year as my pièce de résistance! Should turn out to be quite fabulous. Thanks so much for sharing. Cheers! Mags

    • Amy
      23 August 2010 - 4:30 pm | Permalink

      Those socks sound like the perfect accoutrement … and for the mothership, no less! I will expect pictures, naturally …

  • danaberlith
    23 August 2010 - 10:50 am | Permalink

    hahahaha. That dog picture is too funny! You just seem to snap those dogs in such a great way! looks like it was lots of fun! :)

    • Amy
      23 August 2010 - 4:29 pm | Permalink

      I loved that pup! He was drenched by the time he was done attacking the mister hose … and had the biggest smile on his face. He thought it was a pretty great festival too! :)

  • Maddy
    24 August 2010 - 5:56 am | Permalink

    OMG!! This looks like a blast!! Love all the snapshots and the pic of the doggie!

  • 24 August 2010 - 5:08 pm | Permalink

    You did get some wonderful images. My favorite is the last one. Love that one!!

  • 26 August 2010 - 8:49 pm | Permalink

    How fun! They should use your photos for next year's event! and I love the pup! :)

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