Salmon Falls Century

Today was a tough ride. Not that much more total elevation gain than last weekend's Cherry of a Ride, but today all the significant climbs were steeper and they were packed into the middle 45 miles.

Quick Stats Ride Distance: 103 miles   Elevation Gain: 7,238 feet   Average Moving Speed: 14.71 mph

It started as a cool day and never really warmed up much. We started riding early, just before 7 a.m., in the hopes of both avoiding possible afternoon rain and also traffic that generally gets worse later in the day. The day was successful on both counts. The sun popped out a time or two, but for the most part it stayed plenty cool, particularly on the descents.

No dog incidents, though Amy was prepared with her "Halt!" dog spray. And no Broken Wheels, though I have been lugging around a spare tire (in addition to a spare tube). The spare tire wouldn't have helped in the event of a broken wheel, but it is really the principle of Preparation Results In Prevention at work here. No dogs. No flats or mechanical difficulties. I rest my case!

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