Hi! I lead 4 of my former high school classmates (40 yr reunion this weekend) on a nice 35 mile bike ride this morning. Temp was 77 and we had intermittent rain during the ride. One of my former classmates after the ride said, "I forgot we had some nice hills around here" I took them on a couple climbs that would compare to Auburntown Hill, Yes Virginia, "Illinois does have hills". Big dinner and dance tonight so I'd better take a nap so I do not fall asleep during the festivities.
Take care- Cary "Go Fighting Illini"

Yes, people old enough for a 40th reunion certainly need a nap before any nighttime activities, good night Cary. Glad you are enjoying yourself.

"Illinois does have hills"

And don't forget 35mph+ headwinds and miles and miles and miles of gravel grinding! I'll be getting some gravel on when I head back home to Illinois in two weeks!

Safe travels.