Warm, humid, windless start developed into increasing winds from SE (5-15 mph) on return. Unusual heat for mid-September. Started with 9 (Beth, Jose, Craig, Greg, Frank, Wally, Ralph and Tim). Wally had major tire/tube/rim issues and had to abandon at the Casey's in Plano. The route down South was relatively car free and had good quality roads. Best portions were Millbrook, Big Grove and Townhouse Roads on outbound and Sandwich Road on return. Great brunch and service at Newark Country Kitchen (they took very good care of us!). Everyone worked well together in the paceline, especially on return with ~2 mile pulls and freshened SE winds. Skipped the planned water stop in Sandwich but we all had to refresh/refuel at the Shell in Big Rock due to the heat & humidity. Overall, a solid ride at a good pace.