Doesn\’t it gall you when you get rained out?

I knew it was likely to happen. Last night\’s forecast said, showers likely; and wind gusts up to 25 mph. The overnight low temperature was 48; and for me that\’s cold. Add rain and gusty wind; and I have a hard time getting out on the bike.

When I got up this morning it was drizzling, but the wind wasn\’t as strong as I expected; and I thought of pulling on the poncho and heading for the park. Fifteen minutes later, it was raining harder; and somehow I just couldn\’t stomach going out in it. I set up the bike in the trainer and pedaled for half an hour. Indoor riding is a drag; but better than nothing.

I\’m not sure how much a rain suit would help.

Bicycle Rain Suit

I suppose it would keep the rain off; but I suspect it gets very hot under that suit, even in cold weather. I\’ve got the idea that rain suits are for shorter, less intense rides; such as the commute to work.

It remained gloomy gray all day; and it rained on and off. The high temperature was about 53 degrees; and tonight it will go down to about 40. It\’s going to be rather windy, too; and the chill factor could be as low as 31 degrees. And I\’ve got it easy compared to some people. I\’m glad I\’m not in the crosshairs of that Nor\’easter!

At least the sky is going to clear up for a day or two. But I suppose the humidity will persist for a while; and I might get rained out again come Friday. I\’m glad the weekend will be clear.