This afternoon, I cruised 30.1 miles along the Great Western Trail, the Illinois Prairie Path, and countless low-traffic roads with a smile on my face! This ride was satisfying on so many different levels.
First, it was finally warm enough to leave the outer wind jacket at home and start wearing my Livestrong colors, albeit with a long sleeve t-shirt and leg warmers. [It really is amazing how much better muscles work when they aren't fending off hypothermia].
Secondly, I wasn't fighting strong winds for the first time this year. What a welcome relief!
Thirdly -- and perhaps most importantly -- I was able to ride a 30 mile ride with no ill effects whatsoever. I now feel confident that I will have little trouble with Bike the Drive and the Trek 100. I feel as if I am finally "back in the saddle again."
Alas, cold winds and rain will return for Sunday, but warm weather is expected next weekend. I'll be ready!
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