decisions, decisions....

[NoNo]

I had that exact dilemma yesterday! It was in the 30's, which I can handle, but there was a bit of a breeze and I just couldn't decide if I wanted to put up with it. Plus I'd have to clean my chain again from all the sand on the roads, and it's such a pain putting on all those layers. So I ended up walking to the local trail and hiking in the woods. Got a bit lost and ended up getting home 3hrs later. Would have been better off riding

[redrhodie]

The same dilemma today. It's freezing cold, 25-35 mph winds, making the windchill temp in the single digits. I think I'm riding the trainer.

The other day I rode my ALU bike, first time this winter. Boy, did I feel fast! My plan was to ride the steel bike all winter, but I decided, when the roads are clear, why not ride the better bike and climb some hills? I don't do much climbing in the winter because the sand and ice on the roads makes the descents too treacherous. The downhill was really sandy, but at least there was no ice, so I got down without issue. Getting up was even fun, mostly due to wind direction. It felt like I was being pushed from behind

So tomorrow, I need to decide whether to ride the steel bike or the ALU bike. I think I'm going to do steel, do just enough miles to meet my 100 mile/week goal. I'll save the ALU bike for nice weather hilly rides, and the trainer for unpleasant weather. How's that for a plan?

[Biciclista]

it was 36 degrees this morning, so I dressed extra warmly and got on my bike for my LONG (4 miles) commute. We hadn't gone 1/2 mile when the fog started coming in! argh. That makes the dark commute a lot more frightening; but since i was already on the bike, I decided to go for it. After I got to work, the fog got even thicker! now it's starting to lift, 2 hours later.

I guess that means it's not windy here!

[limewave]

Trainer for me. We're in a Winter Weather Storm Warning right now.

[Karma007]

Wow! All of you are awesome! I'll admit to being a total sissy, and can't imagine riding when it's that cold, or snow?! 4 paws, way up!

[Selkie]

Red, it was like that here yesterday morning (wind chill 11 degrees but winds gusting to 30mph), so I also opted for the trainer and Coach Troy.

Today, I enjoyed a 43 mile ride in 28 degrees/windchill of 20. Actually wasn't too bad.

[sundial]

I did the trainer last year but I have yet to get on it this year. I'm avoiding the mistakes I made last year, which included overtraining. I try to ride outdoors when possible and although I may not get in a very long ride, I at least get fresh air and the dogs get their exercise.

[redrhodie]

it was 36 degrees this morning, so I dressed extra warmly and got on my bike for my LONG (4 miles) commute. We hadn't gone 1/2 mile when the fog started coming in! argh. That makes the dark commute a lot more frightening; but since i was already on the bike, I decided to go for it. After I got to work, the fog got even thicker! now it's starting to lift, 2 hours later.

I guess that means it's not windy here!

I probably would have ridden, too, but the decision to leave in the dark and fog would have had me looking out the window until the last second.

The funny thing is, I've never regretted a ride. I'm always happy when I'm done, especially if it was hard. Why doesn't that make going out in the elements easier?

Today's trainer ride was fun. I've only had it a few weeks, so it's still a new toy.

[tulip]

{snip} The funny thing is, I've never regretted a ride. I'm always happy when I'm done, especially if it was hard. Why doesn't that make going out in the elements easier?

Same here, once I get out there, I'm delighted. It helps if I set out a specific time the day before. That's why I miss my commute.

[redrhodie]

Surprised myself again! The forecast was for rain/snow mix today, but when I got up early (thank you hungry Eddy kitten) and flipped on the weather, they said the rain would start in a couple of hours. So, out I went!

I did a short 18 miles loop, and it was really nice out. Overcast and warm, like over 40º. No wind!!! Loved the calmness of early Sunday morning, not much traffic, but lots of runners. I'm guessing people are revving up their training for the Boston Marathon, which is in April. Perfect riding conditions.

Tomorrow looks like a rest day right now, but I may change my mind. It's been known to happen.

[Selkie]

Red, same karma again! Must be a redhead thing, eh?

I was up and out early before the precip hit. Forty degrees w/a steady wind, but it felt like spring compared w/Saturday. I was able to get my usual Sunday 43 miler in, plus walk the dogs, before the clipper hit (very light flurries that melted upon landing - the best kind of snow!).