Took a break from work this afternoon and went on a 35-mile 4800' ride.

Ended up doing a couple of miles of my climb with 3 guys, we chatted a bit.

Got complimented on my descending skills by a driver (I had managed to lose him until he caught up at the straight bit at the end).

Beautiful day although a bit windy (20 mph headwinds for most of my descent).