To Ride or Not? 🚴♂️
To ride, or not to ride? That’s always the question when the weather look uncertain; and many times I wonder whether I made the right call.
Today was another one of those days. Last night, the forecast showed showers and T-storms possible from 8:00 am; and I didn’t even wake up until past 7:30. On top of that, I felt weird: I was tired, with a stuffy head. Allergies? Or a mild reaction to yesterday’s vaccines?
As usual, I asked myself: to ride, or not? Parts of the sky were clear; and I finally decided to take some easy laps around the park.
As an aside, they say that, if you don’t feel so hot, do a “neck check”. Are your symptoms above your neck; such as a stuffy head or a scratchy throat? It’s probably OK to ride; but it’s better to ride easy. But if your symptoms are below the neck (such as chest congestion), or you have a fever, don’t ride.
Enough Detour ↳
OK, that’s enough detour for one day. But just in case you do have to go out of your way, be sure to take along some snacks!
This morning I rode the hybrid, so I could use the trunk. I wanted the poncho in case it began to pour. On the way to the park, I noticed a big, black cloud towards the Northeast; and it looked like it meant business!
I didn’t try to ride fast; but I sure kept an eye on the sky. Sure enough, before I was halfway through Lap 1, that cloud covered the sun; and I figured it might be wiser to head home. Who knew when lightning⚡️ might break out?
I rode through some sprinkle before I reached home; but I probably could have kept on riding. The rain has been on and off all day; and heavy rain is expected tomorrow.
Time to set up the trainer! I don’t enjoy “riding” indoors; but sometimes it’s the only choice.
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I began this website primarily as a way to present the story of how I accomplished a century ride on an adult tricycle. Other riders of adult trikes might want to know whether it’s possible. It sure is! You can read all about it in My Story.
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