I've been busy the past few days, and couldn't get out for a ride. Finally, I got out today. The weather is nice and cool. Sunny, with winds from the North West. I wore arms,knees, skull, and base layer. The body felt good from the start. I didn't bother checking my time at the top of the descent. I soft pedaled the downhill and put in two digs on the risers. After making it to the base, I headed back, no stopping. I was starting to get warm, but I decided to keep my layers on. It got colder, so I think I got that right. The ride went as usual. The legs felt responsive. The dense air felt good. Concentration was good. Few lapses. I had lots to think about. Balance and form was good. Ailments, some hand soreness. My knee has been slightly sore, but no signs of that on the ride. Gear worked perfect. Nutrition was spot on. Mostly gatorade. Other notes, there were some people at the Loop monument on my way down and back.