March 18, 2010 - Training

I rode the Hickory Ridge route Wednesday night. The temperature was 58 degrees, but little wind. I managed an 18.5 average on the 26 mile loop course. Slower than the summer when I did the same course at 21mph with a drafting partner. Felt good when I returned. I rode the Lower Rock River route tonight. Also 26 miles, but alot more climbing. 1,241 feet of ascent, 47.7 feet per mile, a little windy. The compact crank makes it tougher to build good speed on the flat stretches, like Flowe Store Road. Good ride, temperature was about 60 at 6pm, great to be outside. Hello from Scott: