I rode to work today; second time of the season. I was able to find an alternate route that that cut about about 3.5 miles off of the route and more importantly, eliminated the 1.5 mile climb that was not particularly pleasant at 6 AM. By the time I arrived at the point where I cross the highway at a light, I had only ridden 5 miles or so from my house. The rest is very familiar roads that I ride on all of the time. My boss passed me in her car and I felt particularly good to not be wasting gas in mine!
I got here in a good mood and looking forward to ride home when it will be 80 degrees. Only in New England of course... it was 47 when I left at 5:45 AM and I was wearing tights, a fleece jersey, and a wind jacket. Sleeveless this afternoon, for the first time this year!
14.01 miles
58 minutes
No, I did not push myself and that was fine