At the beginning of the year, I set myself a goal of riding my bike at least once in every month of the year. I have to say that I almost failed right out of the gate. January was blankety-blank cold!! So finally, on the 28th or 29th, when it was at least dry on the roads and not windy, we bundled up as much as possible and set out. As I recall, we did a chilly 6 miles -- more than a token, less than a "regular" ride in reasonable weather. I think we did 2 or 3 rides in February and so on, as the weather became more conducive.
It's funny what pushing your limits can do. I vaguely remember a quote that goes along these lines -- "A mind stretched by new ideas can never go back to its original size." Or something like that. Well, my assumptions about the conditions under which I would ride, having been challenged by the winter rides, have changed to include much more unpleasant possibilities. It's really just a matter of having the right gear. Okay, I do have some limits. But they are not as restrictive as before.
I am keeping my eyes peeled for reasonable weather for a December ride, believe me.
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