Travel Day

A tough Sunday as the vacation was ending and I had to fly out to SF.  The first leg was from BHB to Boston.   Here is a shot of the ground speed early in the flight.  I was amazed that a little prop plane could do 320MPH.

So here is the route that the plane took as well.  Notice that we turned back right over Dedham.

Parkman

Quick hike with Jack before I have to re-enter the crazy world.  Beautiful day. 

Missed Connection & Brilliant Hike

I had planned on sleeping in but woke up to a text from Henry and Adam that they were on their way over so I jumped out of bed and started to get ready.  Got to the waiting area and hung out for 20 minutes waiting for them before deciding to leave.  In the end they had sent the text while at the corner and waiting for me who was taking my time since I though they were still in southwest.   Solo ride to Cadillac and back. 



After the ride I asked Jack what he wanted to do for a hike and we decided on Penobscott.   Jack wanted to do multiple peaks but I knew it was going to be hot and we would have everyone waiting for us at the pool.  We did the Jordon Cliffs to Penobscott which was excellent.

 

West Trail to Cadillac

Perfect weather as we hit the trail about 8am, sunny blue skies and 80's.  First ascent of Cadillac on the West Trail.

Recovery Ride in the Fog

I was glad to have Henry announce that today would be an easy ride.   Its a good thing as I didnt think I was going to be able to make it as far as the Asticou with out getting dropped.   Seems like everyone's legs were shot.  It wasnt raining but the roads and air were quite wet so we stayed off of Cadillac. I did convince everyone to ride down to the parking lot at the end of the park and then come back up before we did the Park loop road.    I felt the best I have felt on the final climb out of park up to the turn to Seal Harbor.   I also took the opportunity to hammer down to Seal Harbor and keep it going as fast and as far as I could.  Managed to make it to 198.  Not sure that is possible if Henry is in ride mode versus rest mode even with a lead.

In the clouds

Every morning I wake up and think that Im too tired to ride or its raining out but I have pushed those thoughts out of my mind and have been glad that I had when I am finished.   Met Henry and his friend Adam who is in from California.  No rain to speak of but boy was it foggy.   Felt pretty good today but annoyed that some guy who was riding in a t-shirt passed me before the Cadillac climb.  I caught and passed him but then he caught and passed me with a mile to go.  That said I shaved minutes off of my time and I think I can do a little bit better if I am rested.

Time in the saddle

Another damp and dreary morning.   Tom and I planned to go at 7am and then he tried to bag and I said no way.  Henry and gang had gone out at 6:30 so I had already missed them.   We opted to head over to the quiet side which Tom hadn't done before.  Starting to feel more comfortable on the bike even though my legs are tired. 

I signed up for Strava today at the recommendation of Kev Wilers.   It is a very neat tool and It has the same leader board watching addictive quality.




A few photos from today's ride.