what a ride in today. I've been off the bike since my last commute on jul 19th recovering from surgery. Today I was back on the horse, and all I can say is "ouch"! It's amazing how much fitness you lose in a couple weeks- wow! That said, the weather was perfect, the streets were calm because it's Saturday, and it felt amazing to be back in the saddle. The ride home is going to be a grind for sure; 1600 feet of climbing; it feels great to be back.