My brother came to SF the beginning of November. He hadn't been since August 2009, so I had a lot to show him. We rented him a bike from Sports Basement and we explored the city. We met my friends for happy hour at a fun German restaurant/bar, Suppenkuche, and the next morning for a spin around Paradise Loop. Last time Greg came, I think we ate every meal at a taquaria in the Mission; this time, we expanded our horizons and neighborhoods. I ran a 1/2 marathon on Sunday morning in the rain, which, of course, meant Greg had to watch it in the rain. He was a good sport, though. Afterward we rented a car and headed south to watch a cyclo-cross race. Greg commutes on a "cross" bike and follows and frequently attends races in MN. The race was awesome! The bikes, which look like road bikes, are fitted with a less intense version of mountain bike tires. Depending on the race, the riders circle the dirt course for anywhere between 45-60 minutes, and the winner is determined by the most laps. There are "obstacles" the riders must dismount, jump over while carrying their bikes, or they can stay on their bike and jump (which, the spectators prefer!). There are hills, 90-turns, roots, and a lot of dirt! It was so fun to watch; I am sure it is even more fun to race!
The weekend went so quickly and before I knew it Monday morning arrived and I had to drive GC to the airport
