Fall riding motivation

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I have not had a lot to share lately. Fall is a great time of year really, but somehow I am always really busy during this season.

My riding has suffered accordingly. The limited daylight hours, the increased pulls on my time (work, family, you-name-it). I guess I could post up and drone about riding the trainer, but honestly, I have not even had much time for that lately.

Today was different. I am more than happy to say that I found the time to get out for a nice long ride. I met up with some of my old friends. You might say they are the oak trees of the local cycling community. They are not old, but their birth into cycling predates anyone else around, and their abilities show it. I have not ridden with these people in longer than I care to remember. I missed riding with them, and really enjoyed riding with some of the people that got me serious about this sport.

We did not set any speed records. The cold temps had us wearing enough layers to create a bit of drag, and the wind gusts did not help. I am not sure that anyone really was missing the speed though. We all just rode and talked and enjoyed the fall sights and sounds.

It was a good day, and the weather is great for enjoying a ride. Go enjoy it!