I was feeling those two little rises on Lexington as I started my commute so I figured I'd spin and take it easy. No rush, take it slow and give my legs a break. As I was easing on up to E67th St., a fire truck was blocking traffic from moving downtown as it made it's way west. Four lanes of traffic all open for at least 10 blocks and I'm the only one that can get through! Take it easy? I don't think so! Hammer hard and fly baby! So within 30 seconds, I was into the highest gear on my mtb standing up and stomping the pedals and grinning like the village idiot. That was fun.

When I was locking up at work, I met a fellow commuter riding a Giant that I assume he bought specifcally for commuting since it's got upright comfort written all over it. He told me to wear a helmet. When my new brain bucket arrives, I just might.