I rode today. Did you?

Nice first ride in the COLD.

 

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Permalink Reply by Rich Evans on October 28, 2013 at 5:14am

OK, this is a couple of days late, but hope it's still worth sharing. Had a nice Sat evening 25 mi "errand run," hauling groceries, cleaning, et al, in a Burley Nomad, that ran out to the near western burbs and back.  Found myself returning, about 7:30, through downtown Franklin Park.  Got a little nervous as I spotted about a dozen 20-ish-looking young men, apparently coming out of a bar, milling about rather aimlessly in the middle of Belmont.  Got a little more nervous as I noticed them taking an interest in me, and my bike (a SWM recumbent, with fairing, and enough lights to attract UFOs), and moving towards me. Then, at about 50 feet, I heard the groans, and noticed the zombie makeup they were all wearing.  I freakin' LOVE Halloween.   

Permalink Reply by Lisa Curcio on October 28, 2013 at 5:17am
Permalink Reply by Rich Evans on October 28, 2013 at 6:33am

I think they were looking for brains, so I was safe.

Lisa Curcio 4.1 mi said:

Permalink Reply by Mark on October 28, 2013 at 6:42am

15 miles, The wind was out of the north at a good clip.

And the Lake was ANGRY

 

Permalink Reply by igz on October 28, 2013 at 7:05am

ordered a pair, just came in.  im looking forward to trying them out.

Rich Evans said:

I'm partial to Glacier neoprene kayak gloves. Keep your hands warm in the rain, and they're nice and grippy.

Bez said:

I picked up a pair of Head running gloves at Costco for cheap.  Not sure about waterproof per se, but they are definitely wicking.  I wore them in a drizzle and had no issues.  As a bonus, they have the grip dots and are touchscreen friendly.  I also picked up a pair of Paradox merino wool long-johns at the same time.  Wore those this morning, I will be picking up a couple of extras if they still have them there

Wolf-Pup said:

Any waterproof glove recommendations for fall anyone? I'm sick of cold,wet hands.

Permalink Reply by Gene Tenner on October 29, 2013 at 3:34am

Permalink Reply by in it to win it 8.0 mi on October 29, 2013 at 3:46am

yes, i did ride today, lovely

gene, nice photos, glad you're back

to all, have a nice day!

Permalink Reply by Michelle on October 29, 2013 at 4:33am

Yep! I did :)

I noticed that underarmor cold gear (at least for women) doesn't seem to be what I remember it being a few years back... :/ 

Permalink Reply by Mark on October 29, 2013 at 6:49am

Rode 16 miles today.  Seems like were down to just the hardcores on the LFP these days. 

 

16 miles, 1 hour 2 minutes.  Wind was coming out of the south, so the trip back was a bit rougher. But today was warmer too.

 

I have an old winter weight UA top, that I love, love, love.  Have never found another one like it.

Permalink Reply by Skip Montanaro 0mi on October 29, 2013 at 7:28am

Works for me. :-)


Mark said:

Seems like were down to just the hardcores on the LFP these days.

Permalink Reply by David Barish on October 29, 2013 at 8:10am

There was still a handful of bikes on Lincoln Ave. early this morning and there are still plenty of bikes locked up to racks around the loop. And, why not? Its a lovely day even if the ride in and out has to be interrupted by the business at hand and even if both ends are done with lights.

Permalink Reply by Apie (11) on October 29, 2013 at 9:12am

Back in the saddle after hitting a car going NB on Milwaukee by the Noble Square Apts last Tuesday eve. Be careful out there folks.  

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