Quote Originally Posted by Kalidurga View Post
Well, that's cause you ride in Virginia!

I can crack that joke because I was born and raised in NoVa, before crossing the river into MD Seriously, though, that is a shame. There does seem to be some difference riding closer to the city than farther out. Once you're past the suburbs, folks are also more inclined to wave and say hello as they go by. That's probably part of the reason why I so rarely ride anywhere within 25 miles of DC.
Actually it has happened to me in Montgomery County! But it was on Beach Drive, which I think has gotten less pleasant for riding over the years. Just too many people in too much of a hurry.

There was one very hot day (riding in Virginia!) when I had to get up a very big hill in order to get home, and I was resting under a tree at the bottom before starting the climb. A woman in a minivan pulled over and offered me a ride to the top. I said no thanks because I generally don't get into cars with strangers, but before long I was wishing I had taken her up on her offer. Luckily someone living at the top of the hill had a sprinkler on in their front yard, so I stood under it for a few minutes to cool off. I half-expected the homeowner to come out and ask what the hell I was doing in their yard, but either they didn't see me or they didn't mind.

And yes, I have since realized that I need to avoid riding on hot summer afternoons. I just can't handle the heat.