I took advantage of the great Florida weather to finally ride from Tampa to Gainesville. Half of the first day was on the trail parallel to the Suncoast Parkway. The rest of the first day was on rural back roads and a short traverse on the Withlacoochee Trail. I did have to ride on US 41 for a short stint at the end of day one which I would rather have not had to ride that late in the day. The second day was on US 41 from Dunnellon to Williston and then on 121 to Gainesville. The purpose of the trip was to watch the Gators play Ohio State in basketball and watching the Gators win made the trip that much more sweet. Let's hope the Gator football team does as well soon!!!