We woke up to 42o temperatures and 22+ mph winds; no surprises there!! We decided to let the temperature rise some before heading out for today’s ride. So, Bill went to get batteries for the power meters in his pedals.
By lunchtime the temperature had risen to 51o. Winds were still strong and gusts were even stronger, but we bundled up in layers and headed for the trails. We completed 30 miles by combining several trails of the Great Plains Trail Network — the Old Cheney Trail, Rock Island Trail, Helen Boosalis Trail, Billy Wolff Trail and the Southpointe Trail. The wide concrete paths took us across bridges, by the children’s zoo & Botanical Gardens, the UNL City Campus, Antelope Park and Hibner Stadium (the soccer complex of the University of Nebraska).
The trails passing through wooded areas and neighborhoods were really pretty. Signs of spring were everywhere — with budding green leaves, blossoms of pink and white, daffodils and tulips, cardinals and robins flying through the trees.
On one neighborhood trail there was a strong scent like chocolate chip cookies fresh from the oven!! Some child returning home after school may have a special treat waiting for him/her!
We talked to several people walking along the shared use paths. They seemed amazed to hear about our 50 in 50 rides and offered suggestions of other places we can go.
We are hoping for sunshine and calm winds tomorrow to explore more trails and complete our Cornhusker adventure!
50-in-50 Challenge 