Back onto the Streets

Crossing the Tequesta Bridge
Tequesta, FL
January 23, 2026

 Between the weather and my lack of motivation, it has not been a good month on my bike. 

I wish that I had ridden more, but the cold weather, rain, and gloomy skies negatively affected my mood and until yesterday's ride. It had been a chore to get out on my bike. 

But not yesterday! I finally had a great ride for the and completed my normal almost 18 mile loop! It was warm! Yes--in the 70s, finally! The skies were filled broken clouds and I hit the streets with enthusiasm. I actually enjoyed the ride because I was not fighting biting cold and I felt good!

The weather is turning cold again next week, but while much of the U.S. is suffering from incredible cold, it is warm and pleasant here in South Florida. I hope to get rides in today and tomorrow. With temperatures expected to be in the 80s tomorrow, I am also hoping to enjoy beach time! That would be awesome.

Bike, Beach and Beer! Now there is a winning combination.

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL