First time at Biltmore since my back problems, and I was ok, except after taking a break at Antler Village, and sitting down for about 15 minutes, getting up I was a sore and weak. But a little stretching helped out. I had also done some intervals going into Biltmore, to train for our ride in Slovenia and Italy. Didn't take any pain killers either. It started out drizzling, but ended up sunny. Due to limited time, I did two small loops at the top through the parking lots, which worked out well. I felt inspired going up the entry road, pulling Richard Carapaz. I was also using the new shorts from REI which have more padding so that is feeling good. I also am using the sandal shoes, which worked out ok, although my right foot where I clip out hurts a little, need to probably have some moleskin there.