Steady rain and heavy at times, but warm at 50 C ( 10 C). I was able to ditch some of the clothing
that I have been wearing. Good thing, since some of the clothing from yesterday is still drying.
There was less water coming out of my clothes this morning, more like small puddles, as compared to
yesterday where rivers formed. I don't mind the rain yet, as it is still warm, but some sunshine
would be appreciated

I had one front brake pad slip off the rim yesteday, which was not good going down hill. I am not a fan of my cantilever brakes when I only have one set, but I was able to stop with some heavy pulling back
on the cable, which I always feel like it is going to snap.

Left earlier this morning so it was still dark out, so I grabbed my taillight.
It was a more pleasant ride because there was less traffic out.
I am going to try to leave by 7 every morning.

The ride home may be a bit wet so I am armed with my rear fender.

My first ride in snow today. I've been building up a winter beater (free bike I got at a garage sale) with studded tires. It worked reasonable well but I think I had too much air in the tires.

The hard part is yet to come. We're supposed to get another 5-9 inches during the day. (I've got standing offers of rides if I need them).

Paul

The plentiful rain of the last couple days had stopped by the time I left home around 8. It was a nice, comfortable ride in, complete with some beautiful fall leaves (both on and off the trees), a gaggle of geese hanging out in some puddles near the river and a slight fog to shrowd the monuments as I crossed the Potomac. Quite nice. I do want to see the sun sooner or later again, though.

First snow ride this winter for myself.

Brought out the old single speed 26" MTB. It handled the snow with ease.

they did mention fog this morning on the news... FOG with big letters. London town type fog. heavens to betsy it was thick. I am nuts for riding in that pea soup but as it's my only way to work ... I owe I owe it's off to work I go... Otherwise the ride was pretty nice. 54 deg and calm.

LOL. It's a 305 and I found it on sale at Best Buy for $169. Came with the HR monitor but not the Cadence\Speed. Got that piece @ GPSCity for $35 additional.

It's nice if you're a stats person (I am)

Naa, that would kill me . I normally do only the last 24.8 miles of it daily. Car's busted and the dealer can't seem to fix it and I had to be at work for a "must attend" meeting.

The north wind is still blowing hard, cold, and dusty.

Tuesday morning was in the upper 30's but dry. Had a nice ride in to work. When I was unlock my bike for the ride home I noticed two broken spokes. The wheel was still pretty true so I rode it gingerly to the LBS for repairs.

Thank you.

Everyday I see improvement and my arm has more range now. I finally was able to look over my gear and a more closer look at my bike. The bike is ok and I made more minor adjustments. My helmet however has hair line cracks and the safety aspect is compromised. I will give it another week but I for sure have to buy another helmet.

Absolutely glorious morning for the commute. Low 50's, so just enough snap in the air to keep it cool, yet warm enough that didn't have to bundle up at all. I'll take days like this anytime!

A pleasant ride in, with no rain and warm 52 F (11 C). Every warm day brings me just a little bit closer to next spring. This morning in my typical reverie in the dark, I happened to see a deer standing erect in the middle of the road. It was startling, then I had to think. I grabbed for my brakes and looked around to make sure there were none others following, as they no doubt were hiding in the tree line. It bolted, and I could hear it's hoofs on the hard top.

Wet slippery leaves everywhere, rode with the studs and that helped.

One of the downtown old buildings started losing chunks last night so they had a 3 block radius closed off, had to take a mini-detour.

Went out for a few tasty brews and some cribbage last night, so that slowed me down a bit this morning, but I enjoyed the ride very much. It was about 40º and one of the nicer sights this morning was when I was rolling over the bridge on the last leg of my commute. The trees framed the river with bright oranges reds and yellows, gorgeous.


Edit* Got a flat on the rear tire on the ride home yesterday. I picked up a shard of glass from the road, since it was raining it must have stuck to the tire and then it found it's way through to the tube. I haven't had a flat tire in months, I had to call my wife to come rescue me, it was the phone call of shame.

Its gonna be a good one today! 65 and sunny with all the changing colors!

Great commutes the past few days. It was raining early yesterday morning but I had to leave late due to a repairman coming by the house, and it was sunny, dry and warm by the time I left. Another beautiful day today. I was tempted to drive because I lost the key card for my office and didn't want to wait outside for someone to show up, but then found the card next to my bike in the garage. Glad I rode because the weather is perfect for commuting today -- low 50s am and upper 60s pm, and zero chance of rain.

Still wimping out even though no rain today. Wet leaves left on the MUP over from the past 2 days making me nervous. I ride slicks. Maybe a different tire? What would you recommend? I run 700x23c (currently using Vredestein Fortezza SE).

wet leaves and damp road had me riding out towards the cars more than I am comfortable with, but I was glad to ride in; needed it. Going through a tough time emotionally right now, and need the therapeautic value of the bicycle. Road the single speed early 80's Puch.

Chilly! I need to get some earmuffs or a skullcap or something to block the wind. It was only 42F this morning, but my ears are still hurting 30 minutes after I arrived here at work. Other than my cold ears/face it was a damn nice ride, crystal clear and not a breath of wind. Saw a rider ahead of me and juiced up to overtake him...but as I got closer I noticed he was on a BMX bike . No points for that one, although I did get a "whoa!" as I blew by. People are getting more scarce on bikes around here as the weather gets colder...ah well, more road all to myself!

STILL HOT IN TAMPA BAY. Ick! Still wearing my Shimano Sandals, open toed. Wrung out my dri-weave T in the sink and at least a cup of sweat poured out of it. Drained my 24 oz bottle of Gatorade on the ride (18.5 mi), then a 10 oz bottle of OJ upon arrival, then refilled my 24 oz bottle and drained it. Then a cup of coffee (1/2 decaf in a vain effort to avoid further dehydration), then drained the 24 oz bottle again. Finally, at Noon, I peed.

Now I'm working on another 24 oz bottle of water...

Brisk and bright, a perfect autumn morning. Saw the sun rise over the Sierra then watched for hawks and herons as I took the long way in this morning. 42F and I was perfectly dressed at my core (thank you, Smartwool baselayer). I only wish I'd worn thicker gloves. I've always had cold fingertips and my thin cotton gloves weren't hacking it.

44F and wet. Rode the fixie w/ its new fenders today. No lights, but late enough getting in today that I felt good about my YELLOW coat w/ its reflectors.

They finally got the paving machine out on a one mile section of "rough grooved surface" I've been riding for almost two weeks now. Yeah!!! Smooth sailing ahead.

Overcast but no wind, wet streets but temps in low 40s. Perfect ride except for the two pickup trucks that insisted on making a right turn and cut me off. I guess I am required to yield to larger vehicles which I would if I knew they were going to be belligerent. Can't wait for the ride home.

Posted 2,000 miles this year on Tuesday. Need to get to 2,400 miles to match last year's total. Hope everyone's ride was fun today.