Another solo ride, again taking Kibbutz Galuyot Rd east to the 40 but this time turning left and heading out on the same route as about a month ago. It was a little chilly at the start but quite manageable, and it warmed up enough to be a good day for riding. Not much wind to speak of, and my legs generally felt good, particularly at the start. Riding on flats at speed doesn't leave any time for heartrate recovery, so it is more of a sustained cardio workout at usually high output. I rode out 25 miles, then turned around and retraced my route to get in the planned 50. On the way back, after turning off the 40, I felt myself slowing down until I got something of a second wind, helped by the slight downhill nature of the road back. Felt fine at the end.
Avg speed = 18.8 mph. Total mileage = 51.3 mi
Avg heartrate = 147 bpm
Total elevation gain = 990'
http://www.mapmyride.com/workout/2570181769
