I was going to row and ride indoors because I didn't want to ride in the dark. I changed my mind at the last minute because the temperature felt great! I didn't know it was going to be a windy ride. I did want to test the bike fit and myself. So once I got out to the main road I got the cadence up and my goal was to keep it above 80 RPM. The wind was blowing me around and did not make things easy. I didn't feel too bad so I pressed on wards. I wasn't sure how long I would be able to keep it up... I figured I would go for at least 15 miles. It's been a long time since I was able to ride hard. I finally get to RTE 70 4 mile circle, sprint around it and get to my 15 mile mark and made a very short pit stop. Legs were feeling the effort, I get back on the bike and resumed the the effort. I knew I wasn't breaking any records but it sure felt like I was, LOL! I get to the Country Lakes turn and I take it, I get 1 mile in and realized I turn too soon so my ride will be 2.5 miles short... I continued to work it all the way home! The ride was a big success as I was able to work the entire ride. My legs are fully exhausted and I'm fully tanked, its a great feeling knowing I'm ready to work hard! Be safe out there, enjoy the ride and a big smile at the success of your adventure!