I, too, have a stupid cold, although mercifully I feel much better as I ride. I can't wait til modern science figures these things out!

When I got to work, the shower I use wouldn't turn on, so I had to shower at a different location, which resulted in some cussing on my part. At least I wasn't interrupted by a maintenance guy banging on the door, yelling that there was a leak somewhere and to let him know when I was decent so he could come in and fix it.

The ride itself was magnificent--it's such a treat to ride with some light in the sky! I kept worrying I was late, though. It's been a struggle with me overdressing, then being hot and sweaty during the ride, which no one wants. I just don't want to be cold those first 10 minutes of the ride! Also, I am sufficiently inexperienced that I feel I need to stop to readjust clothing (I don't want to wreck trying to unzip or loosen a layer, for example).

It was about 36F, and I wore: chamois shorts, legwarmers, lycra tights over that, wicking sleeveless top, merino wool half-zip jersey, high viz synthetic long-sleeved shirt, earwarmer, skullcap, helmet. Wool socks and hiking boots. fingerless cycling gloves (and my hands were fine, mercifully).

I probably should have not worn the lycra tights over top, I think I should save those for when temps reach 32F or lower. I'm glad I didn't wear my Buff as a neck gaiter, that would have been too warm.