Happy Easter

Spring is getting going in earnest now, and Easter weekend 2016 was not bad for riding at all. Saturday was the better day, with warmer weather and a little more sun. I took out the 1958 Raleigh for that. Easter Sunday was cooler and overcast, but the rain held off until just about dark.

I had to repair a rear flat on the 1946-47 Hercules, but once that was sorted, the ride was not bad at all. The roads this afternoon were particularly quiet.




The flowers are really starting to come out here in Virginia.

Evening Rides: 1958 Raleigh

The extra light in the evening allows me to ride after work again. This is always a good sign, because it means I can ride during the week. It helps having a good light, and this particular headlight I made by putting the guts of a 1,200 lumen LED bicycle light into a vintage, Miller shell.

It offers 3 beam levels, plus a hazard flasher mode. The battery recharges, and the battery holder straps right onto the Raleigh's lamp bracket. I'm glad I added it.

Some of the Best Conditions to Ride

 Here we are in mid-March, and the spring has arrived in Virginia. Today we have sun and clouds, with temperatures around 75; perfect weather to ride.  Caesar may have had trouble on the ides of March (March 15 that is), but no trouble today.

1947 Hercules Royal Model C