So, I rode again tonight. I’ve been slacking on it. Technically I rode with Corey on Monday, but that was more of a leisurely ride plus stopping for a big burger and frozen custard. Anyway, since it’s been a while for a real ‘fitness’ type ride, I decided it was time for a bit of punishment. I started doing my normal 5 mile loop, but when I got to Satellite Blvd & Smithtown Road where I’d normally turn towards the house, I kept going. I wasn’t actually feeling sufficiently tired yet, though I was definately getting there. I thought to myself, “I’ll go at least until Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd. It’s downhill most of the way from there if I’m exhausted”.

But then I got to Lville-Suwanee, and that STILL wasn’t enough. I’m not sure WHY it wasn’t enough, my legs were definitely running low on power by then. Even still, I kept going. I went down Satellite a bit further and then turned down a narrow unlit side street that cuts over towards Buford Hwy. It’s quite scary and yet thrilling to be flying downhill on a bicycle at 30+ mph and not being able to see where the heck you’re going. By the time I hit Main Street my legs were about shot. Tiny little hills were suddenly REALLY tough and I was still a couple miles from home. Punishment accomplished, now excuse me while go pass out in the shower…

The route: