My First Night Ride

[Pedal Wench]

We have a group ride on Wednesday nights that we do loops in a park. The roads don't have any through traffic, and at night in general, there isn't much traffic from park visitors. We are a decent-sized group, so we're quite visible. I'll admit, it is a different experience when you're so focused on the road, and every noise from the trees around you is a mystery.

[Tri Girl]

I'm jealous. I, too, want to ride at night but haven't yet mustered up the courage. DH and I are going mtn biking Monday night with a group of mtn bikers. I'm excited to see the world in the dark. I need to commute to work, but am not sure about riding for 2 hours in the dark in the morning (and another hour at night). Everyone assures me it's tranquil- I may have to just suck it up and do it.
Thanks for your post- it's given me a little encouragement.

[Aggie_Ama]

You are just determined to beat me to 3,500! And today I can't ride so you are going to gain even more ground. BUT I am heading out to buy my own lights, hopefully my night riding experience is as enjoyable as yours.

Did you ride country roads or ones with wide shoulders? I am concerned about the country roads, so we may have to drive to night ride.