Well, there is a reason why I am squinting in the photo -- it was bright as heck! Amazing that I even did the ride, considering I almost coughed up a lung last night! I have battling something all week -- a cold or the pollen. I knew I probably shouldn't ride, but Kevin showed up, and Eddie rode 29 miles from his house. I couldn't let them down. I did finally change my cranks from 172.5mm to 175mm -- what a difference!!! I know that 2.5mm doesn't sound like much (1/10th of an inch), but the extra leverage definitely helped! Not only could I sprint/climb better, but I could really tell the difference sitting in the saddle -- so much more power. I think Eddie could even see the effect. Other than being drained from being sick, I felt like my old self again. Plus, I didn't spin out -- I always felt that I had more power available.We cut the ride short (26 miles). Kevin had family obligations, Eddie had to ride the 29 miles back home, and I didn't want to make things worse on myself than I probably already had. It was a great ride, albeit chilly and windy. Is the hot weather coming?
