Ride Log - 7 April 2009

Spring is setting me up for a fall again. This morning was beautiful. Still a bit chilly, but better than yesterday. I love the feel of the vibration of the wind over my helmet. When the air is 'lukewarm' it is almost envigorating. Of course, this morning was not lukewarm, but not too brisk.

As riders, we so often rant about those poor foolish souls who like to cut in front of us and use up the space cushion between us and the car we are following. Occassionally, however, one encounters a courteous driver that is aware of those around him. This morning I saw one. This particular driver wanted to merge into my lane. He was nice enough to spot me, signal, and then waited for me to give him some room before he barged in. I really appreciated that driver. So, thank you, to whoever you are. May others follow your example.

As a sidenote, last night's ride home was uneventful, but I got home and my wife asked, "Are you tired of riding?" Of course not! So she sent me to the Tooele Valley Meats to get some ground beef on sale. I learned that I could fit at least 51 lbs of ground beef in my saddle bags. Not bad. I did have to move quick, though, to prevent the poor old fellow who was holding the metal tray of beef packages from sliding the tray down on my gas tank as we were loading the bags. That would have left a nice mark.

(Conditions - Time: 8:00am; Morning temp: ~40F; wind: 2 mph N; Conditions: Clear, dry, sunny. Music: Draggon Force - Inhuman Rampage, Clothing: Jacket with liner, Sweater, Neoprene face mask, heavy gloves, leather chaps and Helmut.)