At least that’s what some of my more serious cycling friends have to say. They’re posting about it on social media.
Typically, they head south in March, during the school holidays, and take part in a riding camp. After they return, it’s outdoor riding season. No more time on the trainer!
There will definitely be more daylight then. In the Toronto area, by the end of March, it’ll be getting light around 730 am and staying light until 730 pm. It will certainly be warmer.
I’m not that hardcore these days. My summer plans no longer include races. and I’m not even aspiring to be that hardcore, but I do feel spring is in the air by the end of March and that definitely means more time outside on the bike.
Around here, our riding life isn’t so structured. Sarah and I have our first bike trip planned for early April. I’m hoping to start commuting as early as next week. It’ll be above freezing if I leave for work late enough in the morning. But I’m also still riding on the trainer and I’ll likely keep that up through the spring.
How about you? When does your outdoor riding season begin?
What is this “outdoor riding season” of which you speak? Here, it begins on January 1 and runs through December 31.
Yup, Californian here. Although I admit to avoiding rain, there’s really no excuse to do that unless it comes with lots of wind. Having said that, I haven’t been out for any long rides recently. But I have been out at least a couple of times pretty much every week.