Cool, clear start with moderate north woods for a trail ride from KCGC to Dundee. Joined by Wally, Monica M, and Gene R. Primary routing via Fox River Trail with several neighborhoods in Crane, Red Gate, Elgin, and Dundee. Paved for the most part with most limestone sections well drained from the previous days’ soaking rain. Having grown up in the area, Monica introduced us to a great coffee and pastry shop in East Dundee, as well as several neighborhood highlights. Fall colors just starting to appear, making for a spectacular show. Solid tailwind push on return and we ventured through a new neighborhood section north of Elgin, starting with a punchy climb off of the FRT. Warmed up nicely by the time we returned to KCGC, reminding us we should always dress for the finish conditions, not the start. Solid day in the saddle after being off of it for 2 weeks.