Training Log Archive: danfoster

Got the rear rack mounted on the Fatboy last night, after literally taking off and reversing every detachable or adjustable part. It now sits almost 2" lower than the stock setting. Loaded it up with mini panniers stuffed with random things, and strapped a packraft on the rear deck. Took it for a shakedown ride around the yard this morning, and immediately rolled through Jess' morning deposit. Sprayed most of that off, and since it wasn't going in the house in this state, we leashed up and did an impromptu ride through part of Delaney. I was happy to find room enough in the panniers to shed my puffy coat once we got going. Was REALLY warmed up after we had to stop to cut yet another fallen tree across the trail. Got back, dumped the burning charcoal chimney into the smoker, and added a pan of beans and a 15 lb brisket. Wolfing down second breakfast now, and then it's off for yet another road ride, and then an afternoon of tending the BBQ and advanced rehydration and recovery. And maybe a bit of actual work...

Day 3 of our week of spring riding. First day in bike shorts. A bit chilly at the start, at the finish, and at various downhills throughout the ride. Otherwise another pleasant blue-sky day, this time exploring the roads around Harvard Shaker Village.

I really wish RideWithGPS had a high-contrast basemap. All the lesser-used roads, which are the ones we want, seem to fade into the background when navigating from the handlebars.