Left home around 10 AM with the Specialized. Had to make it a quick ride as we were going to see my wife's cousin and the 10 day old twins after the ride so only did 28 miles. The first 12 or so miles were harder than I expected. Don't know why.
Half way home a woman rode up beside me and said, "Nice looking bike." I looked over and she had the women's model of my bike. We rode together and talked for the next 5 miles before I got to where I turn for home. Nice having someone to ride with.