I got in a strong 20-mile ride today, on one of my favorite country roads. (Quiet, a few farms, Blue Ridge mountains in background....) It was sunny and about 60 degrees when I started; cloudy and low 40s by the time I was done. I was glad I'd brought one of my heavier jackets along. I tied it around my waist for the first 15 miles, but was grateful to put it on for the last 5 chilly miles, all of which are gently downhill........

I just installed a cadence monitor a couple of weeks ago, to learn to spin at a higher pace, so I was focused on cadence today. Takes some getting used to! But I managed to stay between 75 and 85 for about 3/4's of the ride. .......

Overall, a very satisfying ride today!