I rode my bike in the snow.
Michael planned a 42-mile route in Hoosier National Forest near Norman. Tim, Dave, and I joined him for the fun. The weather was in the low to mid-20s with blowing snow. Perfect! 🙂
The other three riders were on mountain bikes with knobby tires. I was on my LHT with studded tires. It worked out well.
Michael did have a mishap on ice, but it doesn’t appear to have done any permanent damage.
The restaurant we had planned to have a late lunch/early dinner at was closed when we finished the ride. I assume due to weather conditions.
Something I haven’t run into before today, but I definitely made the decision: I yield to snow plows! When I spotted the plow coming up behind me, I pulled off of the road and jumped over the guard rail to give him plenty of room.
You guys are over-achievers. Stop it! You’re making the rest of us look bad.
Great writeup. I’m glad you came, it was a challenging day of riding, but also a blast!
By the way, your photos made me realize that 3/4 of us were wearing blue jackets. As such, we are nearly indistinguishable in some of the photos.
Pondero:
I think I would prefer your climate. Since I live here, I’ll do my best to enjoy it. 🙂
Apertome:
It was a great day. I was the odd one out of the bunch: no blue jacket, reflective vest, lights, non-mountain bike, studded tires. No matter what equipment we had, it was fun.
Sorry Dave, but you’re the odd one out no matter what bike or jacket.
=)
Love that 2nd pic Dave. It captures the conditions well.