Sunday Morning RIDE - The reason for the season!

I was noticing it last night, obviously Harry notices it below, and if you spend any amount of time on a bike in the outdoors then you've also probably noticed that the temperatures are FINALLY dropping! If you've been using heat as your excuse to not get your ass on your bike and ride with these cats, then GET AN NEW EXCUSE. In the meantime, check out this early morning Ride that happens every Sunday at 8:20am, departing from Posse East:

THE SEASONAL CHANGE IS UPON US

This thing keeps getting better every week. Last Sunday we ventured west into the hills again, down MoPac frontage road and out Southwest Parkway, then across the flatlands on Davis/Deer Lane/Dittmar and back up through south Austin for a total of about 32 miles. As usual, the riders were first class. One advantage of rolling this early on Sunday morning is that you don’t get many slackers; they’re all still in bed.

Fall must be here. I know this because we went almost an entire week without cracking 100 degrees. With a little cool front on the way, the high temperature is forecast only in the low 90s by Sunday. Geez, the snowbirds will be back before we know it. This means, of course, no more excuses from those of you who say it’s too hot to ride. Come on out, y’all.

I’m betting that a lot of you will be doing the Moonlight Ride on Sunday morning. Those of you who are still sober (har, har) should join us for the perfect end to your all-nighter.

To be perfectly serious for a moment, PLEASE don’t ride your bike when you’re loaded. It can end very badly. You wouldn’t think of driving a car when you’ve overindulged, and your bike is every bit as dangerous (to you, anyway). Yeah, yeah, OK, I’m not your mom. I’ll shut up now.

By the way, the Throne o’ Diversity has yet to be awarded, as we haven’t seen a truly unusual ride on Sunday morning. That big, chunky, full-springer comfort saddle would sure look sweet on your tall boy, Jason.

This week we’ll roll, as ever, from Posse East at 8:20 on Sunday morning. Route has yet to be determined. Bring some ideas.

Those of you who have ridden with us before know how we roll. For those who haven’t, please read the blah-blah below. It’s important. Really.

• Some of us are down with the fixed gear deal, but mostly we’re just about riding. Bring whatcha got and ride with us.

• Every cyclist is responsible for his or her own safety and well-being. We assume that everyone is familiar with basic rules of cycling safety and has enough hours in the saddle to feel comfortable with his or her ride. Use of helmets is optional (but highly recommended). Use of headphones, earbuds, Blue Tooth headsets or any other form of electronic distraction is discouraged. (It’s a SOCIAL ride, dammit!) All traffic laws and rules of right-of-way will be observed. Here’s the deal:

SAFETY FIRST!!!!!

If someone gets killed, it ruins the ride for everybody.

• This ride is 25-30 miles long through mostly urban and suburban areas. There will be ample opportunities to refill liquids and obtain calories.

• It’s not quite as hot out there these days. One water bottle should do.

• There is no SAG support on this ride. Bring a spare tube and something that will inflate it.

• The purpose of this ride is for everyone to have a good time and (we hope) to become better cyclists. We ride at a social pace, and all skill levels are welcome. This is a 25-30 mile ride over flat to moderately-rolling terrain. If this is consistent with your riding experience, or is perhaps slightly more challenging than what you’re accustomed to, you should have no problem going the distance.

Come on out and enjoy this autumnal weather.

Thanks for the heads up, Harry.