A Square Loop

I was aiming for a 2hr ride yesterday afternoon, but for various reasons (**) I didn't get going
as early as I would have liked, and the wind was more than a bit irritating (Chilly).

I headed NW, so I was into the wind on the way out. West on Gainsborough, and then North on Vanneck. I stoped at 9mile rd and had a granola bar, called Heather, and headed home. East on 9Mile road, and then south on Wonderland. Almost a perfect square, if you look at the map.

Total run: about 34km, 1:40 elapsed biking time.
The wind makes a fair difference. I was about 10 minutes quicker coming home than going out. I averaged just a hair under 20kph overall, again thanks to the wind. On the way out I was lucky to get above 19, but on the way home it was much nicer, even hit 30 on one of the little dips along 9Mile road. I like those quiet country roads. No traffic to worry about.

The bike was fine, though I really need to get in for a tuneup, as the rear deraileur needs some adjustment. But my hands were tingling a fair bit, despite my padded gloves. That's something I need to watch.

...art

** The "various reasons" would be the 3 year old, an empty room, and a blue sharpie. 'nough said.