Holy Heat Wave!

Our ride on Tuesday night (7/6/10) was about as hot as it gets around here. Must have been around 90 degrees when we started at Dryer Road Park; good turn out despite the temps. I had six in my group; Steve W., Michele, Tom, Brian, and Olga. Great new roads on this one, which went to Bloomfield and then further south of that. Super hills, not too difficult. The second half of the route felt like it was all downhill, so we cruised back at a nice speed. Hardly a car passed us and the sun was a big orange ball in the sky over the scenic landscapes. Michele let us use her spray bottle to cool ourselves with-really works too, especially when you get back on the bike and the water on your skin begins to evaporate, cooling you in the process.

I made a batch of blueberry salsa and brought it with chips to share with the group. A big hit too! Thanks Kathy E. for the recipe. Thanks Karen for the beer - so glad she is riding with us again :D