It was a Perfect day for the YB's pre-season opening ride. As we flew past houses, farms and fields the temps ranged from the mid 50's in the low lying areas to the high 30's up in the hills. Rivers rushed from the Spring runoff and the mighty Ct. river pregnant at its banks swamping the trees to their trunks. It was exillerating to ride where snow 3 feet deep hugged the shoulders of the roads at the deep thick forrests and long yellow feilds of grass streched out before us in the valleys. In the distance the hills revealed what is left of the late season ski trails. The aroma of cows in the pastures and wood burning in the yards was intoxicating. Farmers were out in their red and black flannel coats with red gas cans in hand preparing to fire up the tractors. I counted 4 radar traps and zero tickets. Thanks to the 26 riders for coming along for the ride. It's always worth the effort. Thanks also to Bob Ain't stoppin' Hadden and Steve Terrien who helped lead the way. And to Hellen Gould at the Sugar House for the warm hospitality.
Danal