65F and a wicked headwind. I have a headwind most mornings (and many evenings), but today's seemed to be really pushing against the bike. oh well, I still enjoyed the ride and it was definitely better than driving!
Originally Posted by
bengreen79
I took a new long way home from work for the first time. 8.8 miles instead of 5.1 through some country roads on the outskirts of time. I never realized how badly the city traffic I deal with slowed down my average speed. 17.6 mph (exactly 30 minutes) on the long way vs 13.9 mph (22 min average) the short way.
That route sure sounds like it's worth the extra 8 minutes!