Gravel/Mixed Terrain Ride2:03:00 [3] 26.0 mi (4:44 / mi)
First attempt at the wildlife refuge gravel loop since a horrific "night of the deerflies" ride there 1.5 months ago at dusk. Bugs weren't bad. Flooded trails were still massively flooded, and we were in over the tops of our shoes in several places. Stopped by Carver Hill Orchard on the way out for the first cider donuts of the season. Looking forward to doing this ride weekly until the snow flies! I just hope the water recedes a bit.
24 mile road ride with the Cisco crew, and then a quick MTB with Jess to clear a tree that's been blocking the trail for well over a month. Because once you're already sweaty and gross, how much worse can it get? Much worse, given the mosquito bite count when I finally got home.