Winter is not trying very hard to reach central Illinois so far!
We had about a half inch of snow fall last week, but it wasn't much below freezing, so it seemed like a decent day to get on the trail for a ride. It certainly looked nice enough, with the snow sticking to the trees...
... but being barely below freezing, the snow would compact into ice. I was going very slow around any corner! I stayed upright, so I can't complain.
The warm snow was really packing up in the fenders and around the brakes, though. Another good reason to keep the speed down.
Once it warmed enough to start the snow melting on the trail, the moisture would get flung forward off of the front tire and freeze there. It eventually projected an inch forward of the fender, looking kinda weird and cool.
Despite the risks and the need to clean the bike up afterwards, it was good to get out on the bike and get some exercise and fun!
Plus, there was the stop at the bakery....
Steve in Peoria