I managed to get home dry yesterday riding largely in between rain showers. Even though I had my jacket I just didn't feel getting wet, otherwise, with temps in the 50's, it was comfortable riding weather. I parked it a couple of times under the 14th St. bridge and a Metro bridge by the airport where I discovered a slow leak in my back tire. My worn Ritchey Speedmax's finally gave out, I had a pencil eraser sized tear in the casing. After a leisurly tube change I was on my way again. When I got home I put my Continentals back on so today's ride was much faster. I need to find a durable set of cyclo cross tires for winter commuting, the Continental Twisters look just right but currently out of stock.