It was raining, but gently (sort of), so we kept the ride on and shortened the distance. The group rode well, really well given the rain/spray/mud/fecal matter that was being flung about, and ended up averaging 26.3 km/h by our arrival back into Arkell. Besides the cold(ish)ness and the rain it was a great ride. Overall some things we can work on next Wednesday ... - not accelerating up the climbs but holding steady so those who are less conditioned can keep up (err ... I'm talking about myself here) - pedaling over the top of the hills, not freewheeling when cresting the hill, so that bunching doesn't occur in the back of the group - continuously pedaling when on the front so there is less accordion at the back Just some items to work on but overall, excellent ride!

Le sigh.

I would note that riding tempo and attacking are quite different. Second group on the road had a great group ride. Rode tempo, rotated smoothly and safely for the entire ride. All said, quite a successful ride and a good start to a new way of doing Thursday. Quite enjoyed myself.

Interesting ... yes. My 45km legs gave up at 46km. Thanks for not leaving me to be eaten by the vultures. Damn, it was windy. At least we weren't racing the lake of bays ... BA HAHHAHAHAHAHA

My super legs aren't super yet. Ouch. That was a great ride folks and a fantastic turnout. 20 or 21 members and in general, safe and consistent pack riding.

wasnt that bad. if you don't mind being frigid and wet.

Haha. Can that go down as the best call out ever? To all that come to the ride I will regale you with a story about myself fleeing a storm while bayden and derek rode into its teeth to complete their intervals.

Rain is done on my house. I'm going and taking a rain jacket. Rain isn't stopping me. Until I get cold. Then I'll go home.