Solo ride with an early morning start in the dark. I had been starting to feel better after having a rough weekend with a sore throat and general run-down feeling. Also, I haven't been riding fast in my recent rides, either because I didn't feel up to it or to keep pace with the others. So on this ride I tried to keep up a steady faster pace. Out through the neighborhood to RB Rd and then over to Carmel Valley Rd via Camino del Sur. On the higher-output sections of the ride, I felt like I could put in a good effort but couldn't sustain it without backing off for a time, recovering a little, and then increasing my effort level again. Down to Del Mar Heights Rd and then over to the 56 bike trail via Carmel Canyon Rd and Carmel Country Rd. Rode the bike trail back up to Camino del Sur. On the little inclines, I did okay but would have been happier with a more sustained high-output effort. Home the normal way from here, including back through the neighborhood. This is a nice 30-mile route to use for future rides. My exertion level was high on this ride, but I felt good about my output level.
Avg speed = 18.5 mph. Total mileage = 30.2 mi
Avg heartrate = 138 bpm
Total elevation gain = 2180'
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/827512799
