So after a busy and crappy day at work, I got all my aggression and frustration out through 40+ miles on the road with the Raleigh Gyros. I rode to and from the ride and did my share of pulling start to finish. My legs felt a little worn/tired, riding out there, and it took me a bit longer to get up my first couple hills. I got a little motivation though coming off the first set of hills, riding solo. A guy commuting home on his bike, complete with panniers on the back of his Specialized commuter. He was struggling a bit and requested a pull, so I got in front of him and he drafted me till he turned off into his neighborhood.

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