Trek Fuel EX 9.8. Mostly cloudy with some periods of sunshine, cool temps but comfortable in the low to mid 50's, SE winds @ 8-10 mph with gust up to 20 mph. While I was one of the first out there, I saw probably 12-15 riders and a few walkers, even two deer. Originally was going to do a long ride at Palos but they were calling for light rain early so I decided to do Salem Lake, one of the few local trails open early this morning. Trails were a bit greasy in spots but all were blown and there were no puddles. A great hard workout, this might have been my longest mileage ride at Silver Lake Park. Started out with 2 laps on the East Side trails, KD Line over to the West side where I dd all sections, including Highline, which had the leaves blown since the last time I was there. Back over to the East side on the Creekside and Out & Back Connector trails, then once again on KD Line and the rest of the West side trails for a second trip around, excluding Highline. Finished off with the SLP Multiuse trail and another trip around all the East Side trails, then back to the trailhead on the Out & Back connector trail. Finished up with +20 miles and almost 3 hours ride time. As usual, a shit ton of climbing. Lots of improved sections with roots covered and berms rebuilt - they really do a great job maintaining this park. Lunch and a bit of rehydration at the McHenry County CC Metalwood Grill.