I remember why i like the cross bike

Sorry for n pics, but it was cold and that doesn't lend to taking off the gloves for much.
I headed up north to ride with the Alberto's guys today, we met at Daniel Wright woods for a roll up north on the Des Plaines River Trail. Nothing special, and several years back , we would spend SEVERAL hours on every weekend here from November to February. Its a great trail with some slight elevation changes, crushed limestone throughout and minimal road crossings. Plus its just plain pretty.
I remember i like the feeling of a 8 year old BMX kid when I'm riding the cross bike, darting around turns, the rear wheel skipping out occasionally. Hell, you know me, i throw in the occasional bunny hop and wheelie whenever i can! The cross bike is fun, especially when you are not pinned on the rivet. The scenery is nice, the woods are generally quiet and it always seems to sum up why you ride - its FUN!
I haven't been up to the DPR trail in several years now, but it instantly brought back memories of fun. The king of the ring competitions we would hold to work on handling skills, and the crazy cross madison races we would have when i was coaching with VQ. We got in just shy of 2 hours, it was a chilly 38 degrees to start, and we ended with a headwind and mist in our faces, but id have to say it was the most fun i have had on a bike in a while as far as pure riding pleasure.

I think i may send out an email to lobby for weekly cross rides with the crew in the area here, as i don't always have the time to drive up to do a group ride.


ALSO -
STC indoor is open for anyone that wants to log some trainer time. I'm lobbying for outdoor as much as possible, but once its nasty, we will rock out some indoor time.

cheers!