Oog, is THAT what I was picking off my rear fender this afternoon? I thought it was some incredibly disgusting bug. I rode the same area you did, 32 miles altogether, but from about noon to 3 pm, so probably later than you. It sure was a nice day! Even as I worry about a summer drought, it was dang nice out there today.
Funny, SkyKing--I too think you shouldn't be afraid to ride your bike. They're tools, meant to be used. It's why I ride my Seven through the winter--if it can't take a little rain, what good is it? 
Azfiddle--I can't eat big meals during rides either. They make me want to take a nap.
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