Last Minute.

Literally at the last minute I decided to forgo riding the fat bike and pulled out the slop bike (Surly Cross Check).  I have it set up with studded tires and opted to keep them on.  On the way out I did hit some icy spots so they helped there.  I thought I may hit some gravel and that tends to hold onto ice and snow more so than asphalt.  But by the time I hit gravel it had become too soft so it was a long day with studded tires humming in my ears!

I made my way up to Little Falls via the Great River Road.  I then took Hwy 27 West, towards Swanville.  It was here that I hoped to jump on some gravel as it's rather scenic.  But no more than 100 feet in I knew it was a bust.  Back to the pavement.

It always amazes my how awesome 40 degrees and sun can feel in March compared to May!  It was so nice.  So nice in fact that I've switched gears mentally.  Winter is over, bring on Spring and skinny tired bikes!  Oh I know it's far from over and I most likely will bop around on the fat bike tonight but I'm no longer bummed on the melting snow.

I ended with 101 miles in about 6.5 hours.  I felt good but the legs barked a few times in defiance.  It was just nice to ride faster than single digits mph!

Looks like the warmth will continue through the weekend before freezing rain/snow hit.  Ah Minnesota.

Happy Weekend.