A beautiful morning. I hope the weather holds for the ToC next week. It would be great to show the Capitol to its full advantage against a crisp blue sky.

Left the house at 6:40, swung by the office to drop off my backpack, and then headed out on the American River Bike Trail to ride for an hour before work. It's interesting how the temperature drops and the humidity rises as you leave the city and follow the misty river bottom. I was very comfortable in a longsleeve jersey and bibs with kneewarmers. My blood must be thicker or maybe I'm just a sweaty guy, but I'm amazed at how many other riders I see who look like they're dressed for Admiral Byrd's expeditiion.