Today's weather was nice and cool with turbulent wind conditions. In the low 60's. I wore the standard kit with arms, knees and 1 base layer. I brought my cap, but didn't need it. When I departed the winds were from the North. I felt good from the start. It didn't take me that much time to get warmed up. About the time I reached route 202, I was sufficiently warmed up. I did good tempo to the top of Highline. From there it was mostly moderate tempo. I had a headwind for about half the way to WS. After half way to WS, the wind changed directions. It was a welcome surprise, as was reluctant to ride back into a headwind. After making it to the turn around point, I started the return leg with moderate tempo. The wind was on my back (very mild). So the miles went fast. The wind turned into a headwind as I approached the summit. It was manageable. Once I reached Route 202, it was mostly fun and games. My concentration was good, all things considered. Our family pet is going to pass any day now, so I was somewhat preoccupied with that. In a weird way, it gave my concentration something to focus on. Balance and form felt good for the majority of the ride. Ailments were next to none. Perhaps a hint of lower back soreness. Gear is working well. There were the same mystery creaking noises as in the last ride, but it went away by the time I reached Route 202, on the outbound. Other notes, I saw 3 cyclists today. Good to know people are getting out. Given that our pet is about to pass, my moral isn't the greatest, but I think I'm taking it well. We're hoping she passes quietly.