Chuck:
It is a zero day. Raining, windy (30 gusting to 50 mph), temps 40 – 45 degrees; not fit for man nor beast. We wrote the day off. Not only are these very uncomfortable conditions, but also not safe: impaired visibility, slippery road surface and poor braking on bikes. The visibility issue is really critical, in the best conditions drivers often don’t see bikers and with rain, foggy windows & mirrors, spray from vehicles, especially big trucks make for conditions that are difficult to see any vehicle and bikes are at the bottom of the list. And, if that is not enuf, these weather conditions might be more than an already stressed ole bod needs. Sickness is not on the agenda. So admin chores, organizing of bike gear, some reading and bean soup cooking all day with a ham bone make for an enjoyable day off. Unfortunately, tomorrow’s forecast is about the same. Even worse; the bean soup is now history and the beer supply nearly depleted.