I can't stand cold weather and I despise snow even more. Riding my mountain bike is a second choice but sometimes it's the only option. I'd really like to change that feeling. Once I'm out there it's okay and the thought of riding more often passes through my mind. But once I see clear roads, then I want back on my road bike.

I ventured out Saturday for a couple of hours with a couple of friends who I knew wouldn't leave me stranded. We rode White Clay so not too technical. Some of the trails I recognized so I must have ridden in there years ago. I'm certain I rode over stuff that I probably would have dismounted had I been able to see it and will have to remind myself when the thought of dismounting enters my mind.