Early summer days

It was beautiful weather the last few days, and I took advantage of them! Tuesday, I ran up to a local reservoir and then through the country to Delaware, and then back home. My intent was to get some pictures of the bike in a cool location. But was not impressed with anything I found.

Yesterday, I rode the bike to run some errands, including going to Batteries Plus in Hilliard for a new battery for my son's phone (nope, did not fix the problem). I decided to take a run into Dublin and took some shots at the Field of Corn. It is located in the Sam and Eulalia Frantz Park in Dublin, Oh at the corner of Rings Road and Franz Road. All-in-all, spent around 120 miles over the two days.

Temps have been in the low 70's, a rarity this time of year. Today, we are going back to seasonal temperatures of low 50's. Now I am planning on a bike trip (first of the year), leaving on Friday afternoon and returning Sunday.

the Bike Bug

Friday morning, I put on my jacket, boots, helmet, thinsulate gloves and got on the bike. I did not even put on chaps or the neck protector thing. Yeah, it was cold. Temps were in the 20's (F) and there was heavy frost on the vehicles. Windchills of riding at 70mph were near zero when adjusted for the windshield and engine guard chaps. The wind stung my neck, legs were cold, and fingers started to get numb. Damn, it felt good.

The looks on the faces of some of the cagers was priceless as I passed them on a country 2 lane road. As I passed an 18-wheeler, I saw him pick up his CB mike, looking at me the whole time. About 1/2 mile behind him was another truck, and he was watching me and laughing and talking on his radio. A third was doing the same. It could have been my imagination, but I bet those guys were getting one heck of a chuckle out of the ice sickle on two wheels.

Today (Monday), I took an hour and washed my bike. Tomorrow is supposed to be near 70 degrees, and I am going for a ride and to take some pictures. Not sure where yet. And if the weather turns nice for Wed, I might even do an over-nighter to spend some time drinking green beer!

Beautiful Ride on Saturday

Went for a beautiful ride on Saturday. Up to Findlay, an espresso at cafe amici, and a walk around the river. Only 130 miles, but each mile was glorious. A little windy, but still a great ride with temperatures going over 70!

This picture is from a walking bridge that spans the river. From a distance, it looks like a derelict railroad trestle, but it is actually part of a bike trail.

First ride of the season just around the corner?

The weather has been cold and cruel. The few days where temps exceeded freezing were preceded by snow and ice storms. That left piles of salt and pools of highly corrosive salt water. But we have had some rain washing the salt away, and the temperatures are supposed to be warmer this weekend. Maybe a ride? Maybe?? Please????

Oh yeah...and I still have to tidy up the wires on the light bar, and aim the lights. Guess I better get on that since I finished the install back in early January!