It was a sticky one in the metro D.C. area on Sunday. And wet in the a.m. from an evening rain. So road grime, bugs, pollen, all hitched a ride and I was completely coated by the time I got back.
I opted for a solo ride out into the hills of Howard County yesterday, instead of the shop ride. Why? I have no idea. Insomnia on Saturday night, in part. A desire to do an "easy" ride, given the 60-odd miles (96 km) I rode on Saturday was part of it, too.
I thought I'd do a 30-35 mile (48-56 km) loop. But I guess I forgot how long that loop was, as it was closer to 42 miles (67 km). And hillier than I remembered. And my legs were screaming up the last 3 climbs. So much for taking it easy.