I did 40 miles yesterday from Forestville to Healdsburg. A very good distance seeing as my highest ever has been 50 a couple weeks ago. I had a great ride, felt amazing, really hauled (for me) and didn't feel it all afterwards. I can really see the improvements stacking up between spin classes, learning my bike and me, and the new clipless shoes.

It was a busy day for cyclists here, we must have passed dozens along the route, everyone grinning ear to ear and smiling. It's so encouraging when you see someone going the opposite way and giving you a big smile, especially if you're working hard climbing while they're coming down.