Old 10-02-06, 08:24 AM
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genel
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I rode 108 miles. The road markers at a key turn had been painted over. A terrific day. Best ACC weather I've ever seen.

I started about 5:45 local. Very dark and foggy, but the stars were spectacular. I forgot the battery for my CyGlo light and was just using a helmet mounted maglight, and an old CatEye. Forced me to keep the speed down to around 10-12. At intersections I had to walk across since I couldn't see to the other side. I was really glad when the sky started to lighten up.

The road was rough as usual and the route quite hilly, especially the last 50. Route markers were quite hard to see at times as the road was damp. This was also complicated by the fact that there were markers that were much newer from another ride. Much time was spent checking the map.

I finished a little after 2:00. A great ride!
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