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Not Much Improvement

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Today’s ride was not much improvement over yesterday’s excursion. It’s bright and sunny; but cold.

Today is Lundi Gras, so I’m not at work; and that meant that I could ride later in the morning. It was a bit warmer than at 5:00 am; and I’m glad I didn’t have to fight that 13 mph wind in the dark!

The Camel-Bak was still at least half-full after yesterday’s curtailed ride; and I decided to use it up. The wind was a bit gusty; and I don’t enjoy trying to handle a water bottle under such circumstances.

Camel-Bak
We can’t go without water for as long as a camel; so this comes in handy

I didn’t do much to make up for yesterday’s lack of mileage. Today I didn’t want to go far because I didn’t take ride food along; and it was already about 10:00 am when I set out. I usually eat lunch around 11:20; and why let myself get too hungry on the bike? In case I do, though, I carry a few GU-Gels along.

GU-Gel Campfire S’mores
Emergency rations, in case I get too hungry

Tomorrow, Mardi Gras, is also a holiday, and it will be chilly again; but not as windy. Maybe I can get in a few more miles; but I’ll have to bundle up. Today I saw at least one rider in short sleeves and bare legs; and I don’t know how anybody can stand that when it’s in the 40s! Maybe this cyclist was from Maine?

I have a couple of cooking projects lined up; and that will give me something to do this afternoon and tomorrow. As always, I’m staying away from the Carnival craziness. COVID isn’t over yet; and another mutation is not much improvement. I’d rather stay home and stay well.