There Are Hills in Central Jersey

April 7, 2010,

Today was like mid July. The temperature by 8:30 am when I left was already in the high 60s. By the time I finished it was in the high 80s. Rather rare for early April but a good chance to see how fit I am. The wind was blowing out of the west very strong. I headed north and then went west. Found some good roads to ride on that did not have traffic. What I did find were hills. Several of them. Not to long but steep. I handled them OK but sure had to work to get up them.

After about 45 miles I had to stop and buy water. It was hot. During the event a support vehicle will be around with cold water. After a while I thought I was drinking hot tea, the water was so warm. At about 50 miles I got onto I 195. This is a highway with a speed limit of 65 mph. It has a big should and rolling inclines. The wind was strong at my back. I was on the road for about 25 miles and averaged over 22 mph. I even did over 20 mph up the hills. Needless to say the wind really helped. I enjoyed riding on the road because there are no lights and you just ride ahead. When I got off I went to the ocean and to Manasquan. From there I headed north to home. I would have gone a litlle longer but I ran out of water and it was hot. Good ride. See how I feel tomorrow when I ride.

Crunches: 350
Push ups: 50

Total Distance: 91 miles
Total Time: 6 hours

Phil