Spring in January

I just got back from the TNUA ride (see my previous post for details) and it was NOT a normal January ride. We had 69 riders show up tonight, and for two main reasons. There is NO SNOW anywhere to be found, and it is 66 degrees in Rochester. 66 degrees in January. Spring has come early! (I know, it will be gone tomorrow.....)

We rode hard, we rode fast, and we rode in shorts tonight. It is an amazing site to see 69 riders spread out in a line through the downtown streets, alleys, and bike paths of Rochester. We were cheered on along the way by the local residents who were enjoying the warm weather from their porches and street corners. We worked hard tonight, and ended up winded, sweaty, and all smiles following our 2 1/2 hour effort.

What a change from just a couple weeks ago when we were riding through snow so deep we spent as much time off the bikes as we did on. It was nice tonight, and being able to see every one's faces without the added winter riding layers was a nice bonus. Alas, they are calling for a return to 26 degrees and snow for next week so no more riding in shorts, but this short vacation from winter was well enjoyed on the bike.