All biking is inside at the rec center.  However, just heard on the weather that next week it will be in the mid 60's.  Even with a stiff wind I will try to do a ride in the great outdoors.  The above picture is from the new technology for bicycles.  Depending on cost I might try those tires.  Hoping for a warm-up.

Last of the 100 mile rides of the season.  Rode to Champaign and the temp did not get above 45 degrees.  A little to uncomfortable for me.  Also, another valuable lesson.  After my usual stop in Bloomington, about 40 miles, for my usual Gatorade and energy bar I warmed sufficiently and proceeded on my journey.  As I got on the bike the cool wind that greeted me made me realize every time I stopped I would  freeze until I built up body heat.  Not a very enviable proposition.  Therefore, I decided to ride the rest of the way without stopping.  60 miles of non-stop pedaling took its toll.  Because I realize that the older I get, the more wuzzy I get, this will be the last of the centuries for the season unless a 60 degree day with other weather stipulations happens.
On another note, I am utterly amazed that in the year 2014 many farmers still engage in full till farming.  That is, they turn the soil until the remains of the previous years crop are fully turned leaving the black top soil exposed to the elements.  This results in erosion of the topsoil which runs into the rivers and streams of the area.  I have spoken to many farmers about this and most cannot believe some still engage in this process.  Hopefully, government interference will not be necessary to stop this wasteful behavior.    

Riding my bicycle through the rolling hills of southern Illinois near Carbondale this weekend I encountered an  unusual  individual. Slowly chugging  up one of the steepest grades that are common around this part of Illinois, a car pulled beside me.  As it passed, it slowed to my speed and the driver rolled down his window.  Expecting some sort of verbal insult or visual hand gesture showing his disgust, as is most common in these situations, I was pleasantly surprised.  With a wide grin on his face he gave me a big "thumbs up" and yelled "good job dude",  rolled up his window and waved as he continued on his way.  Because I usually post  the negative incidents that have occurred during my biking experience it's about time I shared something of a positive nature. Cudos to that "dude". 

Just finished Fat Tire Ride, around Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.  Not as easy as I anticipated.  Hilly south side of lake and one particular one mile climb of 15%.  Heavy rain about 5 miles from finish. Good news was we were replenishing lost fluids so stayed until the rain moved on.  Good time was had by all.

Birthday-thought about riding my age but decided I would take forever.   Just passed 5,000 miles on my bike computer since May.  Got a late start this year due to the long, cold winter.  Will probably get another 1,000 before indoor biking begins.
Riding with a helmet cam is one of the best things I have done in a long time.  Putting all near misses on a flash drive to show how idiot drivers are effecting biking.
Fat Tire ride in Lake Geneva is coming up this week.  Should be quite a struggle.

After a late start, middle of May, due to poor riding conditions this spring, I just completed 4,000 miles.  Plans are progressing for riding the AlCan highway next spring.  Above video was taken on Friday.  Saw the truck in my rearview mirror.  He wasn't changing lanes so I got him on helmet cam. Just an example of what we all have to endure as bicyclists.

Trying to post a video from helmet cam.  Apologize for the language but there was no way the car could see around the corner and still crossed the double yellow line.