Back from vacation, and back on the bike. I have been taking it easy for the last week while we all recovered from jet lag. Now I seem to be back up to speed on my usual commute (and I'm no longer passing out at 6:30 PM). So I decided to mix it up - over the weekend I reclaimed my old hybrid from the neighbor I lent it to 2 years ago (she had ridden it exactly ONCE). Cleaned & lubed, and rode it to work today, 8 miles through the canyon preserve.

Such a pretty ride! But man, that bike is a LOT heavier than my regular commuter.