i've had a bad back for two days, but i wanted to see if i could ride. i cant get up off the couch without help and i can barely bend over to brush my teeth, but i thought i could possibly ride.

so DH and i went out to check it out. we took minor city streets into central phoenix to the library and made several short stops. i dont know our miles but we were out 3-1/2 hrs and when we walked in the door our outdoor thermometer said 114 degrees.

we met a little guy on a stingray who said "wanna race?" so i paced him and he was actually going 18 mph. on a little single speed. he was probably about 8, and i told him how great he was doing. it was just a fun kid thing.

good news: i can ride.
bad news: my bike feels like someone is squeezing my ribcage.