My riding back to where I was continued this evening. The southern breeze made the ride seem harder than it should have been but I kept turning the pedals knowing the headwind would end soon. Once I turned east the wind was my friend and I made some good time. The low humidity (39-46%), fluffy little clouds, 93 degree temperature were my ideal conditions. Twice today at work I had to walk outside to thaw out. There were three ladies sitting on the retaining wall doing the same thing.

Six riders passed riding the opposite direction while I was on Fairlake Drive. I suspect some of them are the speedsters that have passed me in the past. Tomorrow is a rest day in preparation for Saturday’s ride.

Today’s ride statistics:

• miles = 27.15
• riding time = 1:53:05
• average pace = 4:10 min/mile
• average speed = 14.4 mph
• max speed = 18.5 mph
• average cadence = 76.2 rpm
• max cadence = 102 rpm
• climb 218 ft., descend 211 ft., max elevation 103 ft.
• June miles 269.82
• YTD miles 2310.57

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