I went for a 23 mile ride; nothing special, around Carlisle and Chelmsford. It was gorgeous, bright sun and 46 degrees. I did not wear my new winter jacket, just my wind jacket, as the new one is just too heavy for sunny days. My problem is the first 1.5 miles for me is downhill and even with slowing, it is chilly. We went up a hill after that, to warm up. There were so many cyclists out, DH and I both commented that it was like summer. Even 5 years ago, you just would not have seen this, although cycling has always been popular here.
Really, any time after noon time, the shadows are long at this time of year, as I ride mostly on wooded country roads. We got back at 2:50, but next time, I will bring my headlight and put it on flashing mode. I had my rear blinkies on at the end of the ride. But, if the car headlights are on, I want my headlight.
Hoping to do a longer ride tomorrow. One that includes lunch.