Washers

The weekly ride on September 2, 2008 was another great one! Five riders went a little over 22 miles and the average speed was 12.8 miles per hour. We were discussing the shorter days and possibly an earlier start time. No coins found, the closest we could come to a coin were 3/8 inch washers. They were nice and shiny, but not from the United States Government. I think we spotted three washers.

It was a hot ride, with temperatures near 90 degrees F. The crops were dry, corn stalks were turning from green to gold, and soy beans were starting to "brown off." It was cooler in the shade on the "Cardinal Greenway Trail". The topic of watering or not watering yards came up and it was interesting to see who watered. Everyone has an opinion on most subjects and it is nice to have the opportunity to share them as we ride. Diversity is certainly a trait of bicycle riders.

There was a comment from a child we passed, about our approach. It was an excited, "Bicycles are coming! Bicycles!" We enjoyed being a child's phenomenon. I was encouraged that we could show young people that bicycling can be exciting.