The day of RAIN (Ride Across INdiana)

[makbike]

I would have to second Mr. Silver's sentiments on this ride. It was simply unbelievable. I had hope to average 15.5 -16 mph on this ride and ended up with an average speed of 18.2 mph. I thought I had some zoom to my zoom but Mr. Silver really had some zoom! Way to go!

I started the day off thinking I don't want to ride in the rain, I hate to ride in the rain but it really did not last long and as Mr. Silver said it helped to keep us cool later in the day.

I rode most of the day with fellow club member, Roger and his buddy John. They informed me early this morning they were not going to push the pace - a relaxed ride was what they were shooting for. Once the ride started they launched and I joined in the fun. We worked together throughout the day with others joining our little pace line as we crossed the state. As the day progressed and the miles ticked off my legs felt incredibly strong. I found my groove early in the morning and held on for it all day, simply incredible! My average cadence was 85 - that is a big wow for me!

All I can say is today was fabulous and I'm sitting here with a huge smile plastered on my face.

Before I close, as special thanks again to Mr. SR500, SR500 and Mr. Silver for helping me and my riding buddy get to Terre Haute.