Washed out by the Rain

Yesterday evening, the clouds were looking dark as we began our rollout for the TrySports group ride. Most everyone were keeping their fingers crossed that we could still get the ride completed before the rain reached us.

However, our hopes were dashed around 14 miles when the rain drops started falling. The rain was very light at first, but it steadily picked up and was more than enough to make the roads really good and wet. Thus, riding a bicycle became a lot more dangerous than normal. This is especially true with a group ride.

So instead of making the turn toward Waxhaw we headed back to the TrySports store.

Most of us got wet, but not totally soaked.

With the temperature still pushing the 90s, the falling rain actually felt pretty good.

Oh, well, maybe next week we get dry night. With the skies getting dark sooner, we don't have many more evening rides of 30+ miles left this year. At least we do not with natural light. We have to adjourn to nearby business parks where some artificial light will help us see the way.

 

Thoughts from the Cool Down Runner