Thanks for the inspiration

I went for my first ride of the year today .
It was grey and low-40s, snow still on the ground, when I started out and I wasn't super-motivated to ride. I was supposed to meet two friends, but missed them. I almost turned around...but I remembered your comment " I was glad I went when I had the chance".

Gotta love spring in the midwest: the spray of snow-melt up your back, deep sand in the corners, potholes, and slushy patches that catch you by surprise. I just pretended I was a pro braving Paris-Roubaix.

By the end of the ride I was covered in mud and grime...but the sun was peeking out and the temp was holding at a balmy 52F.

More snow and rain in the forecast for us this weekend...so I'm glad I went when I had the chance too!