Originally Posted by
Lindaosm
decided I'd try a road ride (not my favorite thing) on Saturday afternoon. We live on a dirt road that is about 1 mile from the main road so I decided that the mb was best for getting down the road. I almost made it but had to walk a short section. Got to the paved road (SW 80th Ave) and headed towards SR200. I really didn't think that there was that much traffic but boy was I wrong. Took a turn into a long winding road that leads to a retirement community and then headed back. Only about 8 miles overall. I just don't think I'll ever get used to riding in the road.
Sunday we decided to load up the bikes and head over to the Nature Coast trail. Started in Chiefland and rode to Fanning Springs and back. Just over 18 miles and a beautiful day. Sure wish this trail was closer. This week, since it gets dark so early, I'll be spinning at the gym until Friday.
Sounds like your getting some riding in too.. The weather is so awesome right now its hard not to go for a ride (although I didn't ride today... sigh).. And it is tough to get out sometimes before dark that's for sure. But I have been doing quite a bit of dark riding on the trail with friends.... Not so much fun by yourself out on the trail but with somebody its really kind of cool. Literally a bit cooler some nights (just got some shoe booties today to help keep my feet warm riding).
I agree.... I wish the Nature Coast Trail was closer to me too. I've only been over there one time, and didn't get to ride the whole thing (ran out of steam that day).
I'M RIDING tomorrow...
