Today's training ride was 40 miles and was between 12 - 15MPH. I am happy to report that I made it back inside seven minutes of the first rider. Also, I stayed fairly close to the front pack for the duration of the ride. The speedup from my new bike really gives a mental boost! This beauty can fly, and it rides so much more efficiently.

It was a flat ride with only 880ft of elevation gain, but the speed put it in the Cat 3 range for this event.

Although this ride and all the training rides are not races, it sure felt good to pass the trainer leader and finish before he and other trainers did. At one point, I caught up the butt of the front pack and was pleasantly surprised I not only had them in view, but was waiting with them at the same light!

For all of you who do not have road bikes and are doing long rides, swap out. You'll be delighted and amazed at the difference. Also, get clip-in shoes. You will never go back to sneakers while riding.

Tomorrow is 500 kettlebell swings day!