16F and no wind; as I was thinking to myself as I was riding, “Self, this is near perfect conditions!” Isn’t it odd how what’s considered “good” weather changes with the seasons. Back in September I posted that it was a fridged 43F and complained about the cold!

I had to fiddle with my bike this morning so my hands were frozen when I started… 3 miles into my ride and my fingers were feeling fine… Man I love my Pearl Izumi Lobsters!

My toes are the only part of me that I haven’t found the right solution for. My shoes are to small to allow two pairs of socks and I have already blown way to much money on winter gear. I’m planning on putting regular pedals and toe clips on tonight and trying my hiking boots.

I’m thinking I’m going to take the short-cut on the way home tonight… across the lake! I’ve never ridden a bike on a lake… just something I gotta do!