Today was the first cold day since summer started. It was around low 50's. I wore 1 base layer, arms and knees, no cap. My legs were a bit heavy for the first few miles of the ride. The extra friction of the knee warmers took me a mile or two to adjust. After reaching Route 202, I was good to go. My head was a bit cold, but the weather was just warm enough to where it wasn't an issue. I did moderate tempo going up Banducci. The descent was nice and easy. I made my way to SS in slightly more than moderate tempo. I had no intentions in doing good time today, as is reflected in my metrics. I just wanted to get the ride under my legs without having to make it such a chore. My concentration was in and out, but mostly in. I had to coach myself was I was progressing through the ride. I think my focus was a lot better after the first half. Ailments were negligible. Just the slight discomfort in the head from the cold weather. The dense air made breathing a welcome reprieve from the past heat waves. Balance was surprisingly good. I was on top of the pedals most of the time. Gear is working great, I hear some mystery noises, but very minor. Other notes, I brought my new Galaxy S5 smartphone along for the ride. I took some photos. I haven't looked at them yet, but I have high expectations. The green house project out in the farmlands looks to be near completion. I took some photos of the progress.

Other notes: I reseated the rear wheel, but slight mystery noises continue. I consumed my bail-out bar at exit of SS & CVR climb start.