I bike commute. Somedays I'm rarin' to go, sometimes I'm not motivated. How much I enjoy the ride seems to not be related to my initial level of enthusiasm.

I had three very different "in the groove" rides this week. One was non-descript and non-eventful, but everything was in tune, including the rider. The ride home that day was uphill, against a cold, stiff wind and I still felt like I was "in the pocket". The next morning I rode in a cold rain with my rain cape, and again, it was magic. THe next few rides after that were good, but didn't have that extra spark. After 25 years of commuting I think it's a combination of mental, physical and mechanical factors that make for a great ride.

As far as motivation...I now think ahead to how good I usually feel after the ride, and that helps me get going, especially in the morning. (After I ride to work, I have to ride to get home...or take the bus...ugh!)