An absolutely perfect New England day! Was actually wearing arm warmers for the first 10 miles. I rode 29 miles with my friend, who now is a "cycling friend." It's funny how someone from my "regular" wold has integrated into my riding world. I took her through Stow, Harvard, Bolton, Hudson, and back, going on a route that I used to commute on. She did great on all of the climbs. She's really improved in all of her skills, too. While she is not training, she is trying, which is more than I can say for my other friends. I had a nice recovery ride and didn't have to use my granny gear at all on the climbs.