Every day brings new challenges. While it has been shorts and jersey weather for several days, it hasn't been sweating hot. Today that changed. When I stopped for a late afternoon snack, the temperature was 92 degrees and the heat index was over 100. The forecast for winds from the South at 10-20 mph was spot on. The heat, humidity, and headwinds combined to take the fun out of riding. I was frequently on the drops just to reduce the wind resistance.
Nevertheless, by 6 p.m. I had 75 miles in. I was exhausted, but pleased that I met my goal of at least 70 miles. I took frequent breaks, drank over a gallon of Powerade, and although the heat sapped my appetite, I made it a point to eat a substantial breakfast and lunch.
Tomorrow the winds are expected to be from the NW and temps should drop about 10 degrees. Goodie.
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Location:Kaukana, WI
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