A Lost Opportunity

Drove to the bus this morning.  On my way, I passed a biker on his way up King's Rd and I thought "Darn!"  Actually that's not exactly what I thought but it conveys the same general meaning while still keeping this blog suitable for family viewing.  Today was the first day in weeks that was slightly above freezing, without significant chance of precipitation for the whole day, and after a brief warm spell that melted all the ice & snow from the roads.  And I didn't even think of getting the bike ready for today.  Drat.

Tomorrow doesn't look too bad either but there's a real chance of some precipitation at or slightly above freezing.  Snow flurries I think I can handle, but I'm missing the outerwear necessary to handle a bike ride in a Spring rain; forget about a December drizzle.  Nevermind the fact that I've managed to get through four seasons of road riding in Southwestern Idaho without buying a fender.  So instead I imbibe and mourn the loss of my fitness that I vowed to keep.  Adding insult to injury, the weather looks to be worsening just in time to ruin the New Years ride as it ruined the Chrsitmas ride.

I may yet break down and put my bike in the trainer.  I should.  Anyway here's a picture of the bike stuff storage corner.  Looks kinda empty - like I need more stuff.  [grin]  The bikes themselves and the maintenance stand are still awaiting their forever homes.