The Mountain Wave

As I rolled out for my morning ride, I immediately noticed yet another mountain wave had formed just east of the foothills, indicating a high probability for another day of battling the wind. Exiting the seclusion of our cul-de-sac I am hit with it head on and I begin to settle into the realization that the wind will be a frequent opponent from now through the remaining winter months and likely well into spring. And so it becomes just another factor in the formula of resistance and momentum.

A few miles into yesterday's ride, the pain in my left hip returned. It was tolerable while riding, but caused significant discomfort last night. Setting out this morning I decided to just ride easy and try and loosen it up without irritating it too much. Slow and easy, the phrase of the day.

Today's Ride

Slow and easy if only it could be. Slow yes, but easy? Not so much. There were times when I would look down to find myself going eight miles an hour. I can't say I can blame the wind entirely. Just one of those days. Sore hip, wind, maybe more wine than was necessary last night. All of the above. Very glad to have this one in the books. Looking forward to getting the single speed out tomorrow in the predicted foul weather. Always refreshing to be out riding when most people wouldn't consider it.