Summertime

Got a reminder last night of one of the reasons I'm starting to really enjoy Michigan's summers (I was always mostly a winter guy) -- really nothing better than a nice long bike ride on a summer evening. Rolling out I was a little stiff after a week in the office, but loosened up quickly. The sounds and smells of Huron River Drive between Ann Arbor and Dexter make it a marvellous ride.

Quick aside, the 1-mile stretch between Huron Mills Metropark and Mast Rd. does NOT. I can't wait until the road repairs hit that stretch which is some of the worst in the County. Literally feels like it rattles your fillings -- especially on 23mm road tires!

At any rate, within a couple of miles had nicely settled into a 15 mph groove. Minimal traffic, and the river up high made for a very pleasant evening. But the ride back was the highlight. Hitting that zone where the muscles just loosen and it becomes pure muscle memory is such a great feeling. There's one stretch between Wagner and Foster that's super smooth, tree-lined, and right next to the river that just invites speed. Cranked through at over 20 mph and enjoyed every second!

Haven't been riding as much as I'd like the past month - rainy weather seems to always occur when I have the time to ride. Sure was nice to re-connect. Even fueled my workout at the gym this morning! Hope to get in a longer ride this weekend, weather permitting.

-Sean-