I don’t know if it means anything that my first ride of the year took place on April Fool’s Day, but it sure felt great to get actual pavement ( and some snow, water, ice and gravel ) under my wheels last night. It was a little chilly and I got a little wet but it was way more fun than my dining room on the trainer. I can’t wait to get out on the streets over the next  5 weeks before the big adventure begins and I can’t even begin to tell you all how much I appreciate all of the love and support that has been showering down on this project.