Doing some work in the San Joaquin valley this week. When I scheduled it I worked in a ride into the southwestern Sierra Nevada’s for yesterday….and to help refocus from a great weekend’s activities…my ride Saturday morning was a good precursor for the climbing on this ride. Beautiful mountains with redwoods, incredible canyons and towering granite peaks. Started and ended in Three Rivers Ca. Long 21 miles of initial climbing to 6300 ft then another 15+ oscillating between 6000 to 7500+ feet until the top of my ride. Well paved roads and switchbacks, very little traffic this time of year and lots of spots to get water made for a good ride too. Temps dropped into the low 60’s about half way up the initial climb, which was perfect for the harder climbing. It was 82 on the valley floor in Three Rivers when I got back. Because of the scenery I stopped more than usual to stretch, drink some water, sit and take in the beauty and quiet peace of the mountains. I enjoyed the ride back down with taking the time to do some photography too.