I joined the club for a MadDog century today. We started in Louisville and made our way to the state capitol, Frankfort. It was a beautiful day to be on a bike. The skies were clear and blue. Temperatures started in the upper 50's and by the end of the day had reached the mid-70's. The winds were light to variable and the humidity levels were very low; simply gorgeous!

We rode through some familiar territory for we passed through my small community. It was great being on roads I knew - no worries of getting lost at the start and finish of the ride! Unfortunately, the ride captain did not adjust the route when I told him one of the roads he had on his cue sheet was closed. I guess he did not think I knew my community. So when we arrived at the massive mound of dirt in the road all I could do was think to myself "I told you so!" Our century route quickly became a cyclocross route as we scaled the giant dirt pile blocking the road, nothing like a little adventure. We passed through the little communities of Todds Pointe, Shelbyville, Bagdad, Choatville (sp) into Frankfort and back through Shelbyville to Louisville. We passed through some beautiful and remote rural areas. We saw lots of draft horses today and each one was majestic standing in their green pastures.

The ride was 96.2 miles and I had a great ride. My legs felt great and the hills did not present any problems today - I felt strong with each climb. I averaged 16 mph today.