After getting our condo prepped and listed on the market, it was finally time for us to get out and enjoy the wonderful weather and grab a relaxing ride.
We readied the Surly LHT touring bikes and started out at Stubbs Mill Rd… we’d never parked in that spot before, but passed it many times. From here we cycled up through Morrow and then on to Ft Ancient, and finally Mathers Mill. After enjoying a snack and soaking in the sunshine, we turned around and headed south. We still had plenty of gas in the tank, but since we hadn’t ridden since that sunny day at the end of January, we decided to be prudent.
On the way back, we stopped at Ft Ancient to survey the work that had been done to stop the river encroachment under the trail. The concrete abutment for the culvert under the trail, had been undercut by the river and partially collapsed into the river. Subsequently, much of the earth next to the trail had slid down behind it. Fortunately, a volunteer with the right connections and equipment did some temporary work and back filled the area. Thanks to him, the trail isn’t in immediate danger and can survive until a proper remedy is executed.
Despite the benefit of a slight downhill grade on the return trip, there was a brisk headwind, so we kept the pace down and enjoyed the remainder of our 20 mile ride. It was great to be out riding together again and a nice way to enjoy Easter Day outdoors!