F It Fridays

I've decided the hell with not riding.

From now on (at least until it doesn't seem to be working) I'm taking Fridays at lunch and going for a ride.

There's a very extensive trail system very close to where I work. At 11am I'm out the door and hopefully back by 1pm.

Last Friday was the inaugural ride.

Being that I'm not so familiar with this extensive trail system, I asked my friend Craig to show me around. From his house we left and met Rick & Wendy. It had even snowed an inch that morning. Not only was it the inaugural F It Friday ride, but a snow ride as well.

Personally I found the snow to have as much traction as riding on sand on a Formica counter top. Craig and his studded tires didn't seem to mind.

It was a good long ride (for me). Craig took it easy on me as far pace. He showed me all the cool things he's been building and riding for the last two years. What a difference it is to ride behind Craig then two years ago. I can only hope I haven't lost as much as he has gained in my absence.

The inaugural ride went a little long and I still have no clue as to where and how the trails are laid out, but it was fun and worthwhile none-the-less.

As I get comfortable with the trails and my fitness, I won't have to hold up Craig as much. As the weather gets warmer I can even hit the road (lots of hills in that area).

If nothing else, I'm looking forward to the next one.

- b