Went down to Red Wing this morning for a ride around Lake Pepin. I've done it each fall for the past few years, usually with my neighbor. Last year, Jordan and I rode it on the Tandem with a organized TCBC ride. There were a few loons there too. Pete S. nearly bought it on the way back after hitting some debris in the road and crossing oncoming traffic to come to a stop in the ditch on the opposite side of the road. He didn't actually fall, but he did set his bike down to have a seat and finish watching his life flash by.
This year it was just my neighbor, and Jordan and I on the Tandem. Strong NW wind meant a fast ride down on the WI side, and a tough headwind on the way back in MN. It was overcast at the start, but the sun came out in Wabasha. We ate at the Eagles Nest in Wabasha, very biker friendly. Fought the wind all the way back, with the bluffs giving us shelter some of the time. It's a great ride, especially on the WI side (small towns, less traffic, beautiful bluffs, more varied terrain, and good view of the lake). 75 miles in 4:15. We're ready for Headwaters next Saturday. Looks to be a pretty big crew from LSC going. Hope to see you there.
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