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Old 01-16-09 | 07:23 AM
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mjw16
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From: Alexandria, VA

Bikes: IRO Model 19, Surly Crosscheck, 1989 Arnie Nashbar, Cannondale CAADX, Niner Air 9

Set a personal record this morning, 11F/-8F, my previous coldest commute was in the 12F/-1 range. I was wrapped up in 6 layers, balaclava/skullcap, wool socks, gloves and, glasses. The headwind wasn't pleasant but, the real problem was trying to get my legs to loosen up-I couldn't get up to speed like I wanted. Also, had to take my glasses off, my breath was routed up, through the eye slits in the balaclava and get fogging them up. Saw 2 joggers and 0 cyclists. Hopefully we'll gain a few degrees through the day. The wind chill advisory will be lifted at noon. Can't wait to get home and start our 4 day weekend.
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