From the roof last night, you could tell we were in for a storm. Down on rain the past month, they needed it.
The weather here has been stifling hot and sweaty in Minneapolis of late. Really looking looking forward to getting away from this heat (hopefully) for a couple of days back in GR. We are flying "home" on Friday to help my daughter move to college. We also have to pack up our remaining "stuff" in the storage barn there which will be coming with us to Seattle. It looks to be a busy weekend capped by a long drive back here in a moving truck, but nice to have one last chance to visit family and friends before our push West.
Luckily, I had gotten out early in the morning to ride before the heat and the humidity (and the storms) set in. Rode past the Walker Sculpture Garden on my way out to the trail. This is Claes Oldenburg's "Spoonbridge and Cherry".
This is Alexander Calder's "The Spinner". I did not get a chance to see it in action due to a lack of wind.
Just to let Morgan know, I am taking risks on the bike again. Rode this concrete/rock rail with a minimum of trepidation. Guess you can teach old dogs new tricks.
One of my favorite photo stops along the Theo Wirth Trail. The base is all that is left of a tree that appears to have been hit by lightning.
The ride out to Theo Wirth Parkway is through the city and along the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. The linear trail system includes two separate trails for biking in and out of the city, a trail for pedestrians and a gravel trail along the railway for MTB's. Lined by native grasses, it is a very well planned and beautiful place to ride.
I rode the gravel trail. Flat and fast with only the occasional runner or walker with dogs.
Riding a single-speed Niner does require more pedaling than usual. For Morgan: Yes, I have since installed the YAWYD and it now is sporting a New Belgium cap. Thanks again!
Of course, while I was out having fun on the bike, Rene was off to the North Shore to work. I dropped her at the MetroRail which would take her to the airport. Beats the hell out of driving out there.
The weather here has been stifling hot and sweaty in Minneapolis of late. Really looking looking forward to getting away from this heat (hopefully) for a couple of days back in GR. We are flying "home" on Friday to help my daughter move to college. We also have to pack up our remaining "stuff" in the storage barn there which will be coming with us to Seattle. It looks to be a busy weekend capped by a long drive back here in a moving truck, but nice to have one last chance to visit family and friends before our push West.
Hope your weekend is a little more relaxing!
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