31 degrees and Freezing Rain

Nope, I didn't ride today. With the combination of freezing rain, the possibility of ice on bridges, and commuter traffic, I opted to cage it in this morning. The door handle was frozen over with ice as was the door edges and windshield. But never fear, I've averaged 12,000 miles a year riding Autumn year-round, so I'll be back at it shortly.

ride safe

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