Beasts of Burden

JD and Benjamin enjoying the longer days. 

 Taking advantage of the cool but sunny and dry weather the last 3 days, I was able to get out and actually get some good miles in my legs. I'd almost call it a solid block of riding. Almost.

A nice evening commute home with the first hour still daylight and only the second hour requiring lights. Then it was up stupid early for a 40 mile return trip Saturday. Highs would top out in the upper 60's but not so lucky with the commute. A slap in the face by ma nature had us riding in at 38 degrees while the sun took it's time climbing out of bed. Luckily it warmed into the mid 40's for the last half of the ride. Hopefully we're done with the 30 degree temp changes in a day for a while. Sure makes dressing for a ride to/from work difficult.

Still, it's better than some of my Northern and Coloradoan brethren have had to deal with, so I'll take what I can get. It was also an unexpected opportunity to ride roads I've not ridden in over 5 years. They were as scenic and inspiring as I remembered. My only regret is I didn't stop to capture a few of the more photo worthy views as I was trying hard to keep up with Mr. Chambers and his "I have a routine" fitness. 

The new lawn crew hard at work on the back yard grass. 

As if my legs weren't dead enough, I met up with some friends for a few laps around  the Chickasaw trails. Temps were cool, day overcast, but the trails were sublime and lap times furious. Perfect traction and low humidity. Two things we'll miss here in a few weeks when the temps rise, the humidity suffocates, and the dust replaces the traction rich spring dirt.

All in all it's been a fantastic three days. Three more then I'll be off to the land of Pisgah for a few  days armed with a cross bike, lights, and only evening hours available to ride. The rest of the time will be spent arguing with a gps device, following cue sheets, and driving a big ass van. Hazards of the job, but a job that's taking me to Pisgah. Hells Yeah!