I did a 29.76 mile round trip ride to my work. I wanted to test out my choice of route before the initial commute to work and, was glad I did. I need to change a 3 mile section to a different road. The one Google bike maps took me on was way to busy and narrow of a road for my comfort.

It was my first really long ride on my new trek 520 and I fell in love all over again, with "bessie" She handled everything I threw at her with ease. I was worried about the stock Bonty Hardcase 700 X 32 tires, because I have to ride on an old rail trail for several miles. I do plan to get some Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires in a few weeks (when I have some extra cash).

Once I hit the bike trail (after going out of my way by 3 miles) it was a blast. I had a great time and even stopped at the half way point to eat a PB sandwich and an apple. I can not wait to start my daily commute in a few weeks.